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    The Many Faces of Wordle
    • May 5
    • 4 min

    The Many Faces of Wordle

    By Max Marinelli (Editor-in-Chief, ‘22) By now, we all know of the incredible success that Josh Wardle’s Wordle has found across the...
    The Russian Invasion Of Ukraine
    • May 4
    • 2 min

    The Russian Invasion Of Ukraine

    By Oliver Angert (Reporter ‘24) The invasion of Ukraine by Russian forces has been at the forefront of the minds of people all around the...
    Prom: Save the Date!
    • May 4
    • 2 min

    Prom: Save the Date!

    By Berlinda Beauvais (Reporter ‘23) April 30: save the date, as junior and senior prom is right around the corner! From dresses to...
    Interview with Ms. Beth Johnson
    • May 4
    • 4 min

    Interview with Ms. Beth Johnson

    By Aria Fiorillo (Reporter ‘25) Our Friends’ Central community is overjoyed that Ms. Beth Johnson is now officially the Head of School!...
    SpeakUp!: A Freshman's Perspective
    • May 4
    • 3 min

    SpeakUp!: A Freshman's Perspective

    By Sean Scott (Reporter ‘25) This year, I was a part of the Friends’ Central’s Student Leadership Team for our SpeakUp! event in March....
    Realm of the Makers
    • May 4
    • 4 min

    Realm of the Makers

    By Sean Scott (Reporter ‘25) The Makerspace at Friends’ Central is located on the lowest level of the FCC. Inside, there is space ideal...
    A Survey of English Seminars
    • May 4
    • 5 min

    A Survey of English Seminars

    By Sarah Leonard ‘22 As the second semester of the 2021-22 school year begins and the course catalog for next year is finalized, the...
    Winter Sports Recap
    • May 4
    • 4 min

    Winter Sports Recap

    By Melania Diah ’23 The winter season has finally come to an end. Students will now have to wait another 365 days to get back to shooting...
    Virtual vs. In-person Learning
    • Feb 27
    • 4 min

    Virtual vs. In-person Learning

    By: Melania Diah (Reporter '23) Nearly two years ago, Friends' Central students had to learn to navigate a world with COVID-19. Perhaps...
    Godspell: an Indoor Musical
    • Feb 27
    • 2 min

    Godspell: an Indoor Musical

    By Aria Fiorillo (Reporter, ‘25) When we performed The Cherry Orchard on the grassy stage of the oval back in the fall, we were shivering...
    The FCS Honor Council—Open for Discussion
    • Feb 27
    • 2 min

    The FCS Honor Council—Open for Discussion

    By Sean Scott (Reporter, ‘25) The FCS Honor Council meets on Thursdays at 7:45 a.m. in Mr. Jim Rosengarten’s room, Main 32. The Honor...
    Snider’s Wrestling Journey
    • Jan 23
    • 2 min

    Snider’s Wrestling Journey

    By Berlinda Beauvais (Reporter ‘23) Wrestling Coach and substitute English teacher, Cary Snider, has recently joined our FCS community!...
    Students’ Thoughts on Racial Affinity Groups
    • Jan 23
    • 2 min

    Students’ Thoughts on Racial Affinity Groups

    By Melania Diah (Reporter ‘23) Usually, between 10:00-10:45, club leaders facilitate meetings for activities around campus. However,...
    The Doors Are Open: Open Houses and Tours at FCS
    • Jan 22
    • 3 min

    The Doors Are Open: Open Houses and Tours at FCS

    By Sean Scott (Reporter ‘25) Friends’ Central runs “open houses” and tours as part of the admissions process each year. Ms. Sylvia...
    FCS Counseling and Wellness Podcast
    • Dec 11, 2021
    • 3 min

    FCS Counseling and Wellness Podcast

    By Sarah Leonard (Co-Head of Layout and Design, ‘23) As most of our connections and activities moved online last year, many aspects of...
    Building Back Better: A Comprehensive Look At Joe Biden’s Bill
    • Dec 11, 2021
    • 3 min

    Building Back Better: A Comprehensive Look At Joe Biden’s Bill

    By: Oliver Angert (Reporter '24) The Build Back Better plan is the biggest piece of legislation to come out of the Biden administration...
    COVID-19 Update: Vaccines in Children 5–11 and Boosters
    • Dec 11, 2021
    • 2 min

    COVID-19 Update: Vaccines in Children 5–11 and Boosters

    By Cate Fox (Communications Coordinator, ‘23) *Note: This article was last updated on November 29, 2021, and thus certain figures may no...
    FCS Fall 2021 Word Search
    • Dec 11, 2021
    • 1 min

    FCS Fall 2021 Word Search

    By Sean Scott (Reporter '25) LINK TO PLAY ONLINE: https://thewordsearch.com/puzzle/3071869/fcs-fall-2021-word-search/ FCS Fall 2021 Word...
    Follow The D.P.s: A Senior’s Incomprehensive Guide to the College Process
    • Dec 11, 2021
    • 5 min

    Follow The D.P.s: A Senior’s Incomprehensive Guide to the College Process

    By Max Marinelli (Editor-in-Chief, ‘22) As January approaches, the proverbial baton will be passed as the seniors finish submitting their...
    Senior College Process
    • Dec 11, 2021
    • 2 min

    Senior College Process

    By Melania Diah (Reporter ‘23) It’s that time of the year for the class of 2022: application deadlines are quickly approaching as college...
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