Bucks Quarterly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) - Schools and Facilities

<body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=blue style='tab-interval:.5in'> <div class=Section1> <h1>Schools and Facilities</h1> <div class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'> <hr size=2 width="100%" align=center> </div> <p class=MsoNormal><a href="facility.htm#BFS"><span style='text-decoration:none;text-underline:none'><img border=0 width=19 height=20 id="_x0000_i1026" src=pen.gif hspace=15 vspace=15 align=CENTER></span></a><span style='font-size:18.0pt'><a href="facility.htm#BFS">Buckingham Friends School</a></span> <br> <a href="facility.htm#George"><span style='text-decoration:none;text-underline: none'><img border=0 width=19 height=20 id="_x0000_i1027" src=pen.gif hspace=15 vspace=15 align=CENTER></span></a><span style='font-size:18.0pt'><a href="facility.htm#George">George School</a></span> <br> <a href="facility.htm#NFS"><span style='text-decoration:none;text-underline: none'><img border=0 width=19 height=20 id="_x0000_i1028" src=pen.gif hspace=15 vspace=15 align=CENTER></span></a><span style='font-size:18.0pt'><a href="facility.htm#NFS">Newtown Friends School</a></span> <br> <a href="facility.htm#UFS"><span style='text-decoration:none;text-underline: none'><img border=0 width=19 height=20 id="_x0000_i1029" src=pen.gif hspace=15 vspace=15 align=CENTER></span></a><span style='font-size:18.0pt'><a href="facility.htm#UFS">United Friends School</a></span> <br> <a href="facility.htm#QuakerSchool"><span style='text-decoration:none; text-underline:none'><img border=0 width=19 height=20 id="_x0000_i1030" src=pen.gif hspace=15 vspace=15 align=CENTER></span></a><span style='font-size:18.0pt'><a href="facility.htm#QuakerSchool">The Quaker School at Horsham</a></span> <br> <a href="facility.htm#Wrightstown"><span style='text-decoration:none; text-underline:none'><img border=0 width=31 height=31 id="_x0000_i1031" src=block.gif hspace=10 vspace=15 align=CENTER></span></a><span style='font-size:18.0pt'><a href="facility.htm#Wrightstown">Wrightstown Friends Nursery School</a></span> <br> <a href="facility.htm#ChandlerHall"><span style='text-decoration:none; text-underline:none'><img border=0 width=32 height=28 id="_x0000_i1032" src=tree2.gif hspace=10 vspace=15 align=CENTER></span></a><span style='font-size:18.0pt'><a href="facility.htm#ChandlerHall">Chandler Hall</a></span> <br> <a href="facility.htm#FriendsBoardingHome"><span style='text-decoration:none; text-underline:none'><img border=0 width=32 height=28 id="_x0000_i1033" src=tree2.gif hspace=10 vspace=15 align=CENTER></span></a><span style='font-size:18.0pt'><a href="facility.htm#FriendsBoardingHome">Friends Home</a></span> <br> <a href="facility.htm#FriendsVillage"><span style='text-decoration:none; text-underline:none'><img border=0 width=32 height=28 id="_x0000_i1034" src=tree2.gif hspace=10 vspace=15 align=CENTER></span></a><span style='font-size:18.0pt'><a href="facility.htm#FriendsVillage">Friends Village</a></span> <br> <a href="facility.htm#PennsWood"><span style='text-decoration:none; text-underline:none'><img border=0 width=32 height=28 id="_x0000_i1035" src=tree2.gif hspace=10 vspace=15 align=CENTER></span></a><span style='font-size:18.0pt'><a href="facility.htm#PennsWood">Pennswood Village</a></span> <br> <a href="facility.htm#CampOnas"><span style='text-decoration:none;text-underline: none'><img border=0 width=33 height=32 id="_x0000_i1036" src=folks02.gif hspace=10 vspace=15 align=CENTER></span></a><span style='font-size:18.0pt'><a href="facility.htm#CampOnas">Camp Onas</a></span> <br> <a href="index.html"><span style='text-decoration:none;text-underline:none'><img border=0 width=31 height=31 id="_x0000_i1037" src=2arrow2.gif hspace=10 vspace=15 align=CENTER></span></a><span style='font-size:18.0pt'><a href="index.html">Back to Bucks Quarter Home Page</a></span> </p> <div class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'> <hr size=2 width="100%" align=center> </div> <h2><a name=BFS></a>Buckingham Friends School</h2> <p class=MsoNormal><![if !vml]><img width=144 height=117 src=bfs.gif align=right hspace=10 border=1 v:shapes="_x0000_s1026"><![endif]>Buckingham Friends School inspires a lifelong love of learning, nurtures a respect for the Light in every person, and fosters a sense of spiritual community. </p> <p>Buckingham Friends School offers children in kindergarten through eighth grade an excellent educational experience in a caring community, where each child can grow intellectually, socially and spiritually. An essential part of Friends' belief is that there is "that of God" in each of us. This belief is the foundation for mutual respect and trust among teachers, students and parents. </p> <p>Together, children and faculty experience the Quaker principles of equality, simplicity, community and non-violence. Our faculty helps each child to feel self-worth, to develop high goals, to take day-to-day responsibility for work and to think independently. Students are expected to observe certain standards. Among the most important are honesty, kindness, trust, decency, responsibility, compassion and consideration for others. </p> <p>In addition to basic core curriculum classes, required courses include computer literacy, religion and foreign languages. French is taught in all grades beginning in kindergarten, and students may choose to begin instruction in Russian in the sixth grade. Creative expression is developed and encouraged in regular music, art, drama and woodshop classes. Students further expand their horizons through weekly elective periods. All students participate in physical education. </p> <p>The entire school gathers togther for weekly assemblies and Meeting for Worship. </p> <table border=1 cellpadding=0 style='mso-cellspacing:1.5pt;border:outset 1.5pt; mso-padding-alt:0in 0in 0in 0in'> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Address</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>5684 York Road, Lahaska, PA</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Telephone </p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>(215) 794-7491 </p> </td> </tr> </table> <div class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'> <hr size=2 width="100%" align=center> </div> <h2><a name=George></a>George School</h2> <p class=MsoNormal>George School is a coeducational Friends boarding school and day college-preparatory school for students in grades 9 - 12. The total enrollment is 526 students. George School is located in Newtown, Pennsylvania. For further information, write the Director of Admissions, Box 4000, George School, Newtown, PA. 18940. The phone number for admissions is (215) 579-6547. </p> <p>George School was founded in 1893 by women and men of faith whose vision was to create an educational community rooted in the spirit of the Quaker experiment begun by George Fox in 17th century England. They wanted this school's environment to encourage spiritual and intellectual integrity. In its second century, that vision is still the school's inspiration. Today the community includes a diverse group of adults and students who value academic rigor and Quakers' commitment to service, social justice, simplicity and quiet Meeting for Worship. The school's motto, "Mind the Light", reflects Quakers' strong belief in the presence and power of the inner light - that of God within each individual. The Light makes each soul sacred and worthy of respect. In a Quaker school, teachers work to assure students of their individual worth, helping them refine gifts that are already evident or uncover gifts that haven't been developed. They believe that if young people are convinced of their own value they will, in turn, seek and speak to the good in others. </p> <p>David L Bourns, Head of School </p> <table border=1 cellpadding=0 style='mso-cellspacing:1.5pt;border:outset 1.5pt; mso-padding-alt:0in 0in 0in 0in'> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Contact</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Director of Admissions, Box 4000, George School, Newtown, PA. 18940 Tel. (215) 579-6547</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>George School WWW Links </p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <ul type=disc> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in'><a href="http://www.petersons.com/private/sites/inc/004680ps.html">Petersons Guide Entry for George School</a> </li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in'><a href="http://www.petersons.com/private/sites/extras/004680vb/index.html">Petersons View Book for George School</a> </li> </ul> </td> </tr> </table> <div class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'> <hr size=2 width="100%" align=center> </div> <h2><a name=NFS></a>Newtown Friends School</h2> <p class=MsoNormal><u>Mission Statement</u> </p> <p>The accomplishments of adults begin as the dreams of children. Newtown Friends School is a place where dreams begin. This purposeful community is dedicated to the pursuit of academic excellence and development of self-esteem in each student in a setting which balances academic, physical and spiritual growth. </p> <p>As part of a larger Quaker community, Newtown Friends School promotes Quaker educational, social and religious philosphies. Since Friends believe "there is that of God in every person", friends consider that each individual, as created by God, is to be infinitely valued, without regard to race, sex, creed or social station. At Newtown Friends School, service and consideration for the dignity of others are taught in principle and exemplified in practice, with attention to sincerity, simplicity, and humor. Within this framework, skills, interests and values are developed, forming the foundation for a lifetime of learning and achievement. </p> <p>Newtown Friends School was founded by Newtown-area Quakers and parents and was established in 1948 under the care of the <a href="newton.htm">Newtown Monthly Meeting of Friends</a>. Operating in accordance with its Charter from Newtown Meeting, the Newtown Friends School Committee serves as the school's Board of Directors. </p> <p>A strong tradition-based academic program, offered for students from kindergarten though eighth grade, seeks to equip each student to succeed, be prepared for secondary and higher education, and meet the challenges of everyday life. Each student is encouraged to discover and develop individual talents and skills and to become an independent learner. By concentrating on strengthening basic skills in early grades, Newtown Friends School lays a solid foundation for future development of analytical ability and appreciation of abstract ideas. Teachers are encouraged to be creative in covering the prescribed curriculum, and appropriate innovation is valued. Art, music and sports are also important elements of a Newtown Friends School education. In all areas, participation is more highly valued than competition and winning. </p> <table border=1 cellpadding=0 style='mso-cellspacing:1.5pt;border:outset 1.5pt; mso-padding-alt:0in 0in 0in 0in'> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Mailing Address</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Box 978, Newtown, PA. 18940</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Telephone</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>(215) 968-2225</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Fax</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>(215) 968-9346</p> </td> </tr> </table> <div class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'> <hr size=2 width="100%" align=center> </div> <h2><a name=UFS></a>United Friends School</h2> <p class=MsoNormal><![if !vml]><img width=122 height=154 src=ufs.gif align=right hspace=10 border=1 v:shapes="_x0000_s1027"><![endif]>Quaker focus on the spirit of God in each person is the foundation upon which we build a school community. Membership in the community of students, staff, parents, grandparents and trustees provides a special opportunity for all to learn, to teach, to serve and to accept other. The educational goal of UFS is to assist students in finding their inner strength as part of a community of learners. The school maintains its high education standards by providing for strong teacher-student relationships in an environment where the needs of individual students are met through open-ended, student-centered, exploratory activities. Peer teaching and mixed age groupings are valued. Subjects are integrated throughout a developmentally appropriate curriculum to allow students to make connections among learning experiences. </p> <p>The school has expanded and has two campuses. </p> <table border=1 cellpadding=0 style='mso-cellspacing:1.5pt;border:outset 1.5pt; mso-padding-alt:0in 0in 0in 0in'> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Address</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>20 South 10th Street, Quakertown, PA. 18951 Tel. (215) 538-1733 Fax (215) 538-3140</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal><![if !supportEmptyParas]> <![endif]><o:p></o:p></p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>2255 Trumbauersville Road, Quakertown, PA. 18951 Tel. (215) 538-3202 Fax (215) 538-3523</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Contact</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Betty Sue Zellner, Principal</p> </td> </tr> </table> <div class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'> <hr size=2 width="100%" align=center> </div> <h2><a name=QuakerSchool></a>The Quaker School at Horsham</h2> <p class=MsoNormal><![if !vml]><img width=291 height=200 src=qkids.gif align=right hspace=10 border=1 v:shapes="_x0000_s1028"><![endif]>Located at the historic Horsham Friends Meeting, The Quaker School at Horsham is a Friends elementary and middle school (grades pre-1 through 8) serving children with average potential for learning who have such learning difficulties as ADD/ADHD, visual and auditory processing delays and dyslexia. Guided by Friends beliefs and practices, the school offers small classes and individualized learning programs in a safe and nurturing environment. Successful learning experiences build self-esteem. Students learn to compensate for their learning difficulties. For additional information please contact William S. Hallowell, Head of School, 318 Meetinghouse Road, Horsham, PA. 19044, (215) 674-2875 </p> <p>The sassafras tree bears leaves of several shapes. The Quaker School at Horsham has chosen this tree to symbolize the diversity of learning styles among its students. </p> <table border=1 cellpadding=0 style='mso-cellspacing:1.5pt;border:outset 1.5pt; mso-padding-alt:0in 0in 0in 0in'> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Address</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>318 Meetinghouse Road, Horsham, PA. 19044</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Contact</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>William S. Hallowell, Head of School, 318 Meetinghouse Road, Horsham, PA. 19044, (215) 674-2875</p> </td> </tr> </table> <div class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'> <hr size=2 width="100%" align=center> </div> <h2><a name=Wrightstown></a>Wrightstown Friends Nursery School</h2> <p class=MsoNormal>Wrightstown Friends Nursery School offers a program for children approximately four years old. Morning and afternoon sessions are available. </p> <p>The school is under the care of a committee appointed by the Wrightstown Friends Meeting. Our class sizes are limited, enabling the teachers to provide an atmosphere in which the nurture of each child's individual growth is balanced with a regard for happy working and playing in a group situation. Activities each day are varied and include blocks, outdoor play, stories, cooking, nature study, many trips, music and art. </p> <p>Many first hand experiences and frequent opportunities for sharing, making choices and solving problems help young children to begin learning about themselves, others and the world around them. </p> <p>Consistent with Friends' practices, there will be a period of quiet each day. </p> <table border=1 cellpadding=0 style='mso-cellspacing:1.5pt;border:outset 1.5pt; mso-padding-alt:0in 0in 0in 0in'> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Address</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>535 Durham Road, Route 413, Wrightstown, PA. 18940</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Contact</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Martha R Severn, Director (215) 672-0435</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>E-Mail Address</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal><a href="MAILTO:wfriendsns@aol.com">wfriendsns@aol.com</a></p> </td> </tr> </table> <div class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'> <hr size=2 width="100%" align=center> </div> <h2><a name=ChandlerHall></a>Chandler Hall</h2> <p class=MsoNormal><u>Mission and Philosophy</u> </p> <p>The Chandler Hall Board of Directors, Administration, and Staff believe that every person has the right to independence, free choices regarding health care and a living situation which fosters productivity and individuality. To that end, we are committed to providing a full continuum of health care for the older adult which is positive and creative. The goal is to help participants achieve the fullest life compatible with their abilities and disabilities. Our philosophy welcomes and encourages family members to participate as an integral part of our care-giving team in terms of input and involvement.<![if !vml]><img width=200 height=85 src=chndlrm.gif align=left hspace=10 border=1 v:shapes="_x0000_s1029"><![endif]> </p> <p>Established in 1973, Chandler Hall has become a leading provider of quality health care to older adults, providing skilled nursing care, home health care, hospice care, adult day health care, medical care, counseling services, wellness programs, aquatic programs, support and education programs and primary medical care. All services and programs are based on the Quaker commitment to qualilty care and respect for the unique character of every person. </p> <p>Chandler Hall Health Services, a private, non-profit organization, provides a continuum of care. Operating under the direction of the Society of Friends (Quakers), Chandler Hall does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, handicap, or stance on advance directives. </p> <table border=1 cellpadding=0 style='mso-cellspacing:1.5pt;border:outset 1.5pt; mso-padding-alt:0in 0in 0in 0in'> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Address</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Buck Road and Barclay Street, Newtown, PA. 18940</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Telephone</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>(215) 860-4000</p> </td> </tr> </table> <div class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'> <hr size=2 width="100%" align=center> </div> <h2><a name=FriendsBoardingHome></a>Friends Home</h2> <p class=MsoNormal><![if !vml]><img width=160 height=111 src=fbh.gif align=right hspace=10 border=1 v:shapes="_x0000_s1030"><![endif]>Friends Home, founded in 1897, is owned and operated by Bucks Quarterly Meeting, a part of the Philadelphia Yearly Meeting of Friends (Quakers). The original building, known as Paxson Hall after its donor, houses a large dining room and living room, a library and administrative offices. It is also home to twenty-one residents occupying private units. Those on the upper floors use either stairs or elevator. Three delicious home-cooked meals highlight every day. Paxson Hall is a licensed personal care facility. </p> <p>Scattered about the grounds are a number of small buildings. Most are double units containing two ground-level, one-bedroom apartments. Four have two bedrooms;two are second-story walk-ups. Apartment residents live independently, but come to Paxson Hall for the midday meal; they have the option of coming for breakfast and supper also. </p> <p>Admissions are made without regard to race, religious creed or national origin. </p> <p>The grounds are well maintained and include a variety of beautiful old trees. Residents enjoy the many fascinating birds and pesky squirrels that visit our grounds. </p> <p><![if !vml]><img width=288 height=85 src=fbh22.gif align=right hspace=10 border=1 v:shapes="_x0000_s1031"><![endif]>Friends Home is ideally situated on a quiet side street in a historic town designed for walking. Founded in 1684 by William Penn, Newtown is one of a handful of picturesque small towns dotting the landscape of Bucks County. Though a century old, Friends Home is one of the younger buildings in the Historic District. Its near neighbors include the Newtown Library, just across the street, as well as a bank, pharmacy, cleaners, hardware store, gourmet grocery, fine restaurants, several churches and the Newtown Theatre. </p> <p>At Friends Home, we live among friendly people interested in one another. Newcomers will find their interests shared and their talents appreciated. We often visit each other informally. Organized recreation plans focus on holidays, birthdays, card games, bus trips and many special programs. We also are encouraged to pursue our own interests. Life for you can be as challenging as you care to make it. </p> <table border=1 cellpadding=0 style='mso-cellspacing:1.5pt;border:outset 1.5pt; mso-padding-alt:0in 0in 0in 0in'> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Address</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Friends Home, 50 S. Congress Street, Newtown, PA. 18940-2401</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Telephone</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>(215) 968-3346</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Fax</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>(215) 968-1049</p> </td> </tr> </table> <div class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'> <hr size=2 width="100%" align=center> </div> <h2><a name=FriendsVillage></a>Friends Village</h2> <p class=MsoNormal><![if !vml]><img width=291 height=99 src=fv2.gif align=right hspace=10 border=1 v:shapes="_x0000_s1032"><![endif]>Friends Village is a non-profit retirement community sponsored by the Quakers of Bucks Quarterly Meeting. It is designed to fill the gap between the higher priced life care facilities and the more usual boarding home for older people. </p> <p>Friends Village is designed for alert, active people who want to live independently while being relieved of the burdens of home maintenance. There are four different types of living accomodations available, all on ground level. Residents may select a one or two bedroom apartment, a studio apartment or a room/bath. </p> <p>Applications are accepted from single persons or couples in which one person is at least 60 years old. In accordance with Quaker practice, applicants of all religions and racial backgrounds are welcome. </p> <p>Friends Village in beautiful Bucks County is conveniently close to the historic community of Newtown, Pennsylvania. Settled by Quakers in 1684, the central borough of Newtown has preserved much of its quiet colonial charm while surrounded by a thriving area of growth and activity. Fine restaurants and a wide variety of shopping opportunities abound. Nearby <a href="facility.htm#George">George School</a> Bucks County Community College, Holy Family College, Newtown Campus, and Saint Mary Hospital provide immeasurable services and programs. </p> <p>Friends Villagers are an open, friendly group. You will be welcomed into any of the activities you wish to share. </p> <table border=1 cellpadding=0 style='mso-cellspacing:1.5pt;border:outset 1.5pt; mso-padding-alt:0in 0in 0in 0in'> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Address</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Friends Village, 331 Lower Dolington Road, Newtown, PA. 18940</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Telephone</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>(215) 968-9222</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Fax</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>(215) 968-1801</p> </td> </tr> </table> <div class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'> <hr size=2 width="100%" align=center> </div> <h2><a name=PennsWood></a>Pennswood Village</h2> <p class=MsoNormal>Pennswood Village is a Quaker-directed life care community at Newtown, Pennsylvania for men and women 65 years and older, without regard to race, religion, physical handicap, or national origin. Pennswood is under the direction of members of The Religious Society of Friends. </p> <p>Pennswood Village is uniquely situated on a campus. Across the field is co-educational <a href="facility.htm#George">George School</a>, a well-known Quaker secondary school, and down the lane is Newtown Friends, a Quaker elementary school. From this proximity comes the opportunity of living and learning logether on many levels, often as the spirit moves. It is a truly intergenerational community. </p> <p>Pennswood is not a typical leisure village. There is time for relaxation, of course, but contemplative hours are likely to be balanced with a discussion of world affairs, a play or concert, or a hike along the Neshaminy Creek. Where others stress recreation, at Pennswood Village the emphasis is on re-creation. That hyphen is small but, we think, very important. </p> <p>People at Pennswood find numerous ways to pursue particular interests and discover new ones. Activities exercise the mind and body not only within the community, but also at the neighboring schools - in nearby towns and villages - and in Princeton, Philadelphia and New York, all easily accessible. </p> <p>For peace and privacy outside one's own apartment, common room, gardens (to look at and work in), and in the 225-acre <a href="facility.htm#George">George School</a> campus provide quietly supportive and congenial atmospheres. Pennswood Village, said one resident,"...is for me not an end, but a beginning - new friends, new ideas, new work, new responsibilities." </p> <p>Although all 252 apartments are occupied now, applications are being accepted for future admission. We suggest you write or phone the Admissions Office to make arrangements for a visit and preliminary interview. </p> <table border=1 cellpadding=0 style='mso-cellspacing:1.5pt;border:outset 1.5pt; mso-padding-alt:0in 0in 0in 0in'> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Address</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Pennswood Village, 1382 Newton-Langhorne Road, Newtown, PA. 18940-2401</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Contact</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Admissions Office</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Telephone</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>(215) 968-9110</p> </td> </tr> </table> <div class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'> <hr size=2 width="100%" align=center> </div> <h2><a name=CampOnas></a>Camp Onas<img border=0 width=124 height=54 id="_x0000_i1049" src=onas.gif hspace=10></h2> <p class=MsoNormal>A co-educational summer camp for children, ages 8 - 13, Camp Onas is rurally located on seventy acres of deep woods and rolling fields in Ottsville, Pennsylvania. The camp is operated under the supervision of the Friends Camp Association, Inc. of Pennsylvania. </p> <p>Camp Onas is designed to let kids be kids. The rich and varied program stresses sharing, co-operaion, understanding, simple living and most essential of all - fun. Soar on a rope swing, sing around a camp fire, ride a zip line across a pond, live and play with new friends, giggle, laugh and just be a kid. That's what Camp Onas is all about. At Camp Onas, kids choose what they want to do. Activities include: canoeing, dramatics, nature study, sports, swimming, hiking, archery, arts and crafts, games, day trips, special event days, theme weekends, carnival, skit night, evening activities, adventure and challenge activities, a four day pioneering program of hiking and canoeing for selected campers. Boys and girls, with their counselors, live under the stars within the shelter of platform tents and pavilions. Each group has its own area with modern shower house and flush toilets. The Camp's meeting for Worship on Sunday monrings is held in keeping with the Friends' practice of silent worship. </p> <table border=1 cellpadding=0 style='mso-cellspacing:1.5pt;border:outset 1.5pt; mso-padding-alt:0in 0in 0in 0in'> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Address</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Camp Onas, 609 Geigel Hill Road, Ottsville, PA. 18942</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>Telephone</p> </td> <td style='padding:.75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt'> <p class=MsoNormal>(215) 949-3437  <br> (610) 847-5858</p> </td> </tr> </table> <div class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'> <hr size=2 width="100%" align=center> </div> </div>  </body>