Let There Be Lights

Lynette Assarsson on December 19, 2025

The official grand opening of the Oak Lane Athletic Complex took place during our Friday Night Lights celebration in October. The varsity field hockey and boys varsity soccer teams took on George School, both issuing defeat to our rivals! Before these exciting games, there was an opening ceremony to honor some of our donors and recognize the Holloway family. Stay tuned to the next issue of The Westonian for more about the turf fields project and our generous donors! Enjoy the gallery here.

Curriculum Standards Published

Anne Burns on December 19, 2025

Knowledge, Illuminated: Pre-K–12 Curriculum Standards
Following a multi-year review inspired by our 2022 reaccreditation, Westtown has developed research-based curriculum standards across every grade and subject. These standards ensure that skills and concepts build intentionally from year to year, that learning connects across disciplines, and that teaching is responsive to each student’s growth. Most importantly, they embed Quaker values of integrity, equality, community, and social responsibility throughout a child’s journey at Westtown. These standards embody our mission to inspire and prepare graduates to be thoughtful leaders and stewards of a better world.

We are excited about the implementation of this work and invite you to take a moment to read through these standards here.

Environment, Illuminated: Five-Year Sustainability Plan Launched

Lynette Assarsson on December 19, 2025

Westtown has launched a comprehensive Five-Year Sustainability Plan that charts an ambitious course toward whole-school sustainability. The plan focuses on three interconnected areas: Operations and Infrastructure (carbon neutrality, zero waste, and renewable energy), Education and Health (curriculum integration, student advocacy, and the link between well-being and the environment), and Environment and Climate (stewardship of our 600-acre campus and climate resilience). From our 2.1 MW solar array to our Four-Star Green Restaurant certification, sustainability is woven into daily life at Westtown.

We invite you to read this plan as it reflects our commitment to living our Quaker values through measurable action.

Opening-of-School Assembly Kicks Off 2025-2026 School Year!

Anne Burns on December 19, 2025

As is our tradition, we kicked off the new school year with our Opening-of-School assembly. On a beautiful September afternoon, we gathered in the Greenwood. There was a special entrance by the seniors, a message from Head of School Chris Benbow, a recognition of the years of service of faculty and staff, the roll call of the classes, a cheer led by the Student Body Presidents, and the Community Choir sang Lean on Me. It was a fantastic start to the new year! Check out the gallery of photos here!

Shoemaker Visiting Lecture

Lynette Assarsson on July 24, 2025

Shoemaker Visiting Lecturer Series Presents: Negin Farsad
Monday, November 17, 2025
7:30 p.m. in the Barton-Test Theater

We invite you to our next Shoemaker presentation by comedian Negin Farsad. Farsad is a TEDFellow and gave a TEDTalk on social justice comedy seen by millions. She is a regular on NPR’s Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me and Neil deGrasse Tyson’s StarTalk. She is author of How to Make White People Laugh and host of the podcast Fake the Nation. You can see her on Hillary Clinton’s Gutsy Women on AppleTV+.

FallFest!

Lynette Assarsson on July 24, 2025

Saturday, September 20, 2025
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Join us for food, fellowship, and family fun! FallFest is a carnival-like event for the entire Westtown community. There will be food trucks, games, crafts, prizes, and so many more special activities. We hope to see you there!

For more information about FallFest or volunteering, please contact Bridget Cadden.

Closing Meeting for Worship

Lynette Assarsson on July 24, 2025

In the Lower School, the last Meeting for Worship of the school year honors fifth graders and their graduation from Lower School. Each student stands from the facing benches to share a thoughtful reflection about their time in Lower School, then Meeting for Worship is observed. It is wonderful tradition that centers on each student’s experience. Congratulations to our rising sixth graders!

Enjoy the photo gallery here!

Moving Up!

Lynette Assarsson on July 24, 2025

Eighth graders, their families, and Middle School faculty gathered on June 4, 2025 to celebrate the Middle School Closing ceremony. As they were presented with their certificate, recordings of each students’ reflections on their time in Middle School were shared. The ceremony also featured student performances, and messages from Middle School Principal Will Addis and Head of School Chris Benbow ’90. Following the graduation, families gathered in the Center for the Living Arts for a lovely reception. Congratulations to our rising ninth graders!

Enjoy the whole gallery of photos here!

Congratulations, Class of 2025!

Lynette Assarsson on July 24, 2025

On a joyful (but soggy!) June 7, the Class of 2025 processed into the Greenwood to receive their diplomas. This class joins a vibrant alum community that spans the years and the globe. We wish them well as they set off upon their next endeavors!

We have created a web page for the Class of 2025 where you can watch individual videos of our Commencement speakers, get links to the Commencement photo galleries, and see where some of our graduates are off to in the College Shirt Day gallery. We invite you to watch the Commencement in its entirety below!

Alums Weekend Success!

Sam Amadio on June 12, 2025

It was wonderful to welcome so many alums back to campus for the 2025 Alums Weekend! Thanks to all who attended and to the staff, faculty, and students who worked hard to make the weekend a succuess. There will be much more about Alums Weekend in the next issue of The Westonian, but in the meantime, you can enjoy photos from the weekend here!