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April Fools 2025 • Wilmington Friends School’s Community Newspaper • Wilmington, DE
The Mullet Craze Arrives at WFS Gabby Hamilton ‘27 Staff Writer
Wilmington Friends
School is gearing up for an unusual change in 2025. Due to undisclosed reasons, the school will have a mandatory mullet hairstyle, which will be implemented later this spring. For those unfamiliar with the mullet hairstyle, it is described as having shorter hair on the top and sides of the head, while keeping one’s hair longer in the back. Designed to unite students and teachers under a unique look, the hope is that this “business in the front, party in the back” hairstyle will carry over to the mentality of students and teachers, fostering both professionalism and individuality at school. The choice was not made lightly. WFS administration threw around hundreds of different hairstyles, including 30-inch buss down wigs, perms, and, of course, a mandatory bald hairstyle. The consensus was that a mullet would be more versatile overall. The main idea is for everyone to still have the same formation of a mullet, depending on the length at which they
choose to cut it. This will function similarly to the regular dress code. Those who do not comply will be required to leave school to get their hairstyle adjusted accordingly. Thankfully, Rodrigo Saldaña agreed to facilitate in-school haircuts for those who need them, though he has not been formally (or informally) trained in cutting hair. Additionally, accommodations have also been made for those who may not have a full head of hair. The school plans to provide “locally sourced” mullet wigs and toupees to ensure everyone is able to comply. They are committed to creating an inclusive environment and hope not to alienate any group because of their possible lack of hair. The choice has caused outrage among the student body for several reasons. Many say that the initiative is taking away the right to choose their own style.“It’s like a uniform I wouldn’t be able to take off,” says Sofia Dattani ‘27.
“Also, I just don’t want a mullet.”
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BREAKING NEWS: WFS Administration To Revoke Upper School Late Start Aubrey Ashman ‘26 Staff Writer
In an unexpected twist that is
sure to shake up the school week, the administration has announced that starting next Wednesday, the school will begin at its regular time instead of the usual forty-five-minute late start. Late-start Wednesdays were implemented into the schedule shortly after the Covid-19 pandemic. The late starts gave students an opportunity to get more sleep, and provided a time for teachers to have meetings together. However, after many discussions between the school board and the faculty, they have come to the conclusion that removing late-start Wednesdays will ultimately restore order to the schedule and encourage a more productive atmosphere. Ildiko Miller, the Upper School Dean of Students, says, “Things have been too relaxed around here for a while. The students are be-
coming too soft. It’s time to get back on track and implement a more structured routine for our students.” One factor that kept the administration from removing the late starts sooner was the fact that the faculty uses those extra forty-five minutes on Wednesdays to have important meetings. However, after some thoughtful planning, teachers have decided that every Wednesday they will all go out to breakfast at seven in the morning and have their meetings while enjoying some delicious food. Rodrigo Saldaña says, “Most mornings, I usually go out and grab a few coffees before school starts, so it will be very convenient for me to have my faculty meetings at the same time. It may even allow me to be able to drink a few more coffees than usual, which is great.” Continued on page 5
Students Take on the Walls
New Rock Climbing Club to be Implimented at WFS Ani Seidl ‘26 Staff Writer
In an effort to promote
New WFS Climbing logo, designed by Micah Davenport ‘27.
physical fitness and problem-solving, the school administration has announced that competitive rock climbing will be the newest varsity sport. With excitement already building, students are eager to participate in what is being called, “the most thrilling school sport since dodgeball was banned”. However, due to budget cuts, the school will not be able to fund an actual climbing wall, so the team will practice on the existing school architecture. Continued on page 9