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History and Governance

Friends School Haverford is governed by the School Committee, responsible for the mission, philosophy, policies and strategic plan, financial health, and appointment of the Head of School. Haverford Monthly Meeting names members of the School Committee; members include parents, alumni, community leaders, and neighbors.

School Committee

The Friends School Haverford School Committee serves as a steward of the school’s mission, helping to ensure that Friends School Haverford remains a thriving, values-centered learning community for generations to come.

The School Committee is comprised of current and past parents, members of Haverford Monthly Meeting, and dedicated community members. Together, they bring a rich diversity of experiences, perspectives, and gifts while sharing a deep commitment to the school’s mission and the well-being of every child.

Working in partnership with the Head of School, the School Committee provides thoughtful guidance and oversight in areas such as strategic planning, financial stewardship, policy, and the long-term sustainability of the school. While the Committee holds the school’s mission and future in its care, it entrusts the Head of School with the leadership and daily operation of the school.

The School Committee meets regularly throughout the academic year, including an annual retreat that provides time for worshipful reflection, relationship-building, and discernment. Rather than relying solely on majority rule, Friends seek unity through careful listening, respectful dialogue, and a shared commitment to discerning the best path forward for the school community.

Grounded in the Quaker testimonies of Simplicity, Peace, Integrity, Community, Equality, and Stewardship (SPICES), the School Committee strives to lead with humility, courage, and care. Together with the Head of School, faculty, staff, families, and Friends, the Committee helps nurture a school where every child is known, valued, and inspired to learn, grow, and thrive.

Members of the 2026-2027 School Committee

Caryn Rivers

School Committee Clerk

Angie Fayad

School Committee Vice Clerk

Kim Blake

Dr. Kim Blake

Head of School

Sheri Jobe

Trustee

Alex Borders

Trustee

Keith Swift

Trustee

Greg Benson

Co-Clerk, Haverford Monthly Meeting

Terry Cooke

Co-Clerk, Haverford Monthly Meeting

Dick Lytton

Trustee & Representative from Haverford Meeting

Genny Dunne

Trustee & Representative from Haverford Meeting

Alex Borders is Chief Advancement Officer at Cornerstone Christian Academy and Lead Consultant at Alma Partners, where she advises on institutional strategy, governance, fundraising, marketing, and enrollment. Formerly Executive Director at the Waldorf School of Philadelphia, she brings over twenty years of leadership experience helping mission-driven organizations grow. Alex has presented nationally at conferences and recently completed her MBA. Based in Philadelphia, she draws inspiration from her travels and finds renewal on the Wissahickon trails.

Terry Cooke currently serves as Co-Clerk of the Haverford Friends Meeting and as a member of Philadelphia Yearly Meeting’s Joint Council.

Professionally, he runs a small consultancy (GC3 Strategy) and a separate non-profit (ReGen250) subsequent to his career in the U.S. Foreign Service.

Genny Dunne is a member of Haverford Monthly Meeting, a Magna Cum Laude graduate of American University, in Elementary Education, and a graduate of The Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research of Bryn Mawr College. 

She served for more than 25 years in University Career and Professional Development leadership roles.  After grad school, Genny served at Bryn Mawr College as Associate Director of Career Services, then at The University of Pennsylvania as Associate Director for the schools of Nursing, Social Work and Education.  She returned to the Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research as Director of Continuing Education and Career Services.  She also counseled students and managed career services at The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy of Tufts University and at Southern Methodist University of Dallas.

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All After-School Activities are Canceled Today

Due to the severe weather forecasted in our area, all after school and Extended Day activities are canceled today, Monday, March 16. School dismissals will occur at the regular times. 
 
Stay safe!