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"Give Us Peace"

See and hear a special message from BFS.
Electoral Math

Eighth grade math and history teachers have joined forces in the month of October to educate students on electoral politics and problem-solving.
Alumni Profile: Julian Palmer '78

Julian Palmer learned about social activism as a BFS student in the 1960s and 70s and carried that commitment into his professional life.
Into the Woods to Grandmother's House

It's a song about a meal at Grandma's but it's not quite a Thanksgiving dinner--unless you happen to be the big, bad wolf. Into the Woods, the 1987 Sondheim-Lapine Broadway musical, will be revived Nov. 21 and 22 at BFS. 11.14.08
A New Chapter in BFS History

The Board of Trustees has approved new bylaws and procedures for the legal establishment of BFS as a not-for-profit corporation separate from the New York Quarterly Meeting (NYQM).
2003 State Champs Back in Action

Blue Pride was represented by members of our 2003 State Championship Basketball Team at the First Annual NYC Independent School Alumni Basketball Classic. 10.24.08
Holiday Volunteer Opportunities

Once again the PAT Community Service Committee has compiled a list of Holiday Volunteer Opportunities for BFS students and families.
 
As They Say in Korea, "An Nyoung!"

Upper School Teacher Mark Buenzle Studies in Korea 

Building on A Record of Achievement and Success

Learn what's in store at Brooklyn Friends as we begin our 141st academic year.
Live from New York: Playing the Building

BFS Summer Arts students met music legend David Byrne at his "Playing the Building" exhibition in Lower Manhattan.
Pearl Street Art Gallery

 
 Pearl Street became an outdoor art gallery last week when the construction company working on the 345 Adams Street building mounted oversized art work by BFS students on its blue construction wall. There are 15 works from students of all ages and all mediums represented, including photography, painting, woodworking, sculpture, mosaics, and mixed media. (Photos courtesy of Tom Martinez)
 

A Humble Hall of Famer: Coach Felix Alberto

The Varsity Girls Volleyball Coach is honored for a decade of dedication and success.
New Horizons at BFS

The first Horizons summer camp group at BFS took their first field trip to see a real horizon.
PAT Speaker Series 2008-09

The inner lives of teenagers, money in the home and in the schoolyard, as well as children's play are the topics in this year's series.
Readathon Raises $8,328 for Clean Water Projects

Fourth graders spearhead an effort for Water First International, which supports community projects in developing countries.
Commencement 2008

Forty students received their diplomas from Brooklyn Friends and got a send-off into the world from renowned journalist Juan Williams, the commencement speaker.






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