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Advancement

Tara Arras

Assistant Head of School for Advancement

arrast@sidwell.edu

One Sidwell Friends School Where Together, We Shine

Today, Sidwell Friends is on the verge of a historic transformation—one that will benefit future students for generations to come.

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Emily Boyer appointed Melanie C. Fields Faculty Chair

Upper School science teacher Emily Boyer will be the inaugural endowed Melanie C. Fields Faculty Chair in Environmental and Life Sciences.

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A Night to Remember: Upton Campus Groundbreaking

The Upton Campus groundbreaking brought together more than 200 members of the Sidwell community to celebrate the success of the “Together We Shine” campaign.

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The New Upper School: Building for a Better World

Opening in Fall 2026, the new Upper School embodies Sidwell Friends’ dedication to sustainability, wellness, and Quaker values, with a design informed by student input and a strong commitment to environmental stewardship.

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