Our goal is to deliver restorative and invigorating programming that provide opportunities for peer and community support & connections. 

Heads of Friends Council Elementary, Secondary & Early Childhood Annual Spring Gathering 2025

April 23-24, 2026

Historic Arch Street Meeting House

320 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
[Thu] 12-9pm to [Fri] 8:30-12pm

Overnight fees: TBD per person
includes lodging at the Wyndham Hotel, Center City, program and meals. 
Limited financial assistance & commuter option available.

Since 2014 heads of schools have been gathering together in the Spring with Friends Council. We will provide a space to relax, rejuvenate, and connect with one another.

We know how busy your schedules are, and how challenging it can be to step away from your schools. Yet the gift of being with your Friends school peers is immeasurable. We encourage you to stay overnight and we have included rooms at the Wyndham Hotel as part of the overnight registration fee. We are hoping that this retreat is a source of renewal and fellowship for heads of schools from near and far.

Spring Gathering Retreat Highlights Friends Council Annual Meeting & Luncheon featuring the Action Research Project Presentation of the Eleventh Graduating Cohort of the Friends Council Institute for Engaging Leadership in Friends Schools Affinity Group Discussions Worship Sharing – Space to share and reflect on what matters most to you.