An approach that deepens learning
Through inquiry, a foundation of Quakerism, students invite multiple perspectives and deeper meaning into their lessons.
Students are encouraged to ask questions and be curious about the world around them. Thought-provoking questions, called queries, are a cornerstone of the Quaker education system and encourage students to think more deeply.
A Time for Reflection and Discernment
Weekly Meeting for Worship offers the opportunity to grow crucial skills.
Spending dedicated time together in quiet reflection gives students the space and time necessary to think about their impact on the
world. They develop lifelong skills such as empathy, active listening, critical thinking, public speaking, and the ability to use silence as a powerful tool for discernment.
Quaker Life
At the heart of Friends Academy is our Quaker foundation—a living tradition that shapes how we learn, lead, and care for one another. Weekly Meeting for Worship offers time for quiet reflection and shared insight. In classrooms and community life, students are encouraged to listen with empathy, engage in respectful dialogue, and make thoughtful, values-based decisions.
What are Quaker Principles?
In addition to its college preparatory academic mission, Friends Academy is fully committed to the Quaker Testimonies: Simplicity, Peace, Integrity, Community, Equality/Equity, Service, and Stewardship (SPICESS). These values are not just taught; they are woven into the fabric of the school’s curriculum, activities, and daily life.
A Place for Parents & Caregivers
Throughout the year, Friends Academy offers the same respite of reflection that their children experience at weekly Quaker Meetings for Worship for parents and caregivers – during special moving up ceremonies to candlelit gatherings.
Educational Integrity and Ethical Action
A respect for other people’s views, an emphasis on service, and a strong appreciation for the power of shared silence are embedded in a Friends education. At Friends Academy, we celebrate each person's unique viewpoint and look for common ground to unify our individual and collective experiences.
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