On February 28, 2026, American politics was thrust into a state of war when the military launched a surprise attack on Iran, killing its leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The suddenness of the attack shocked...
On April 1st, after the end of the second day back from Spring Break, chatter was heard all throughout Abington Friends Upper School.
Although this is not uncommon for the high school, as most students...
The second semester at Abington Friends School is in full swing, and so is the second semester of an AFS with Yondr pouches. Yondr pouches are one of the biggest changes in school policy in recent time,...
The Smoothie King at 100 York Road, one of the most conveniently located stores to AFS, is officially permanently closed.
There has been no reason made public for the sudden closure, nor an actual...
Lilah Vanleer ’27, Kate Timmer ’27, and Robert Spruill ’26
• March 8, 2026
Fourteen years after competing in the first Robotics competition, AFS Roobotics is taking a pause. Instead of building for another kickoff, the team is spending this year reflecting and rebuilding for...
Josie Sheek ‘26, Chamomile Elkin ‘26, and Ezra Sileshi ‘27
• March 1, 2026
The class of 2027 started their spring semester with a new course: College Guidance.
Juniors will start applying for colleges this year, and it is important to begin early. However, starting the college...
As the race to fund prom nears the finish line, fundraising progressively ramps up. At Abington Friends School, it has been a tradition in the Upper School for members of the junior class, referred to...
Each year, Quaker schools across the East Coast (as well as one school in Canada) come together for the annual Quaker Youth Leadership Conference (QYLC). Each conference has a different host school and...
Students Demand Action (SDA), a club at Abington Friends School, organized and planned a walk-out in support of families and individuals affected by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in our area....
Around 3 years ago—because of consistent student advocacy and determination—gender neutral bathrooms were introduced to AFS’s Upper School. To some, they may not seem important, but they are a safe...
During English class just a few weeks ago, AFS students were given a small piece of paper asking the question of how students use AI in English class.
AI usage in the classroom has been on the rise,...
This year's CVC fashion show takes a creative and unique approach to your ordinary fashion show, with fashion only being a portion of the entertainment.
The show started off with a majestic dance...
