FriendsCouncil

As the national organization of Quaker schools, Friends Council nurtures the spiritual life of Friends schools and promotes Quaker education.

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In the spirit of continuing revelation, we are lifting up and celebrating Cultural Heritage months, amplifying voices that seem underrepresented in our conversations. The thread of pluralism harkens back to the early days of Quakerism and...
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As we welcome our students back to school, the world’s tragedies and troubles—violence, war, racism, religious bigotry, climate change, to name just a few—continue to worsen at an alarming pace. In our roles as administrators, teachers,...
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Join Friends Council in a warm welcome to 12 educators who stepped into new positions as heads of school or co-clerks this summer.
Some of these new heads are longtime champions of Quaker education, bringing a deep history of service across...
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I am delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Rodney Glasgow as the Interim Associate Director of Friends Council on Education - the National Association of Friends Schools. Rodney brings with him a wealth of experience, a deep commitment...
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July 2024, Quakers across the world celebrated George Fox's 400th birthday. We invite you to sharpen your pencil to solve this homage to the founder of Quakerism created especially for Friends Council. Special THANKS to Laura Kinnel.​​​�
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Upcoming research study and THANK YOU from Drew Smith https://t.co/ITiQEPCwR1 via @YouTube

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Friends Council on Education is grateful to be the host and facilitator of the Institute for Engaging Leadership in Friends Schools/IELFS – a two-year program of thoughtful and inspired professional growth and development. At the Annual...
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"The Ripples of Water", Drew speaks on Deborra Sines Pancoe https://t.co/YT7k2GU7bk via @YouTube

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The Ripples of Water, Drew speaks on Deborra Sines Pancoe https://t.co/xj6YsbaunT via @YouTube

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"She shows up", Toni Williamson https://t.co/loyMjcK15Y via @YouTube

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Deborra's light and careful stewardship have helped to make Friends Council what it is today. There is still time to give in celebration of Deborra or leave a comment/message on the padlet. https://t.co/ugRNFHpvQ8
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Friends Council Grants for Student...
Teambuilding + SPICES = Leadership, 2023-24

Grant Contact: Mitch...
​​​​​​​Friends School of Wilmington,...
We engaged the 8th graders in a variety of team building...
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Each year, FSMH begins its celebration of the International Day of Peace by gathering together around our Peace Pole. We share ideas, silence, and song to inspire action in the pursuit of peace. ☮️🕊 #FSMHTraditions

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Friends school educators! @NNSPartnership has opened their call for proposals for the 2023 annual conference. There are forums for educators AND for students. Learn more here: https://t.co/S24GpAaXGn

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You don't want to miss it: Our September 2022 issue of QuakerEd News is out! Check it out here: https://t.co/ydf3CY7mrW.
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Our September 2022 issue of QuakerEd News is out!
Check it out here: https://t.co/aDDLb1Wo3Q
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Our work supporting Friends school educators begins well before the school year even starts. Since early August we've been traveling to schools to facilitate workshops for teachers & administrators. We've been to Georgia and D.C. & all over PA. https://t.co/nBl4wdCZxK
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One of our FSMH traditions is to gather together for Meeting for Worship on the first day of school. It allows us to renew our connections as we begin our journey of the new school year. #FSMHTraditions #FSMHBacktoSchool

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Friends Council welcomes 3 new directors to our Board in 2022-2023!
Yvette Bonaparte, Director of Admission, @sffriendsschool
Kiri Harris, Middle School Dean, @GreeneStreetFS School Matt Bradley, Head, @FriendsSchoolMH
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Friends Council’s work nurturing the Quaker essence of Friends schools in 22-23 is underway! Drew facilitated Educators New to Quakerism (ENTQ) @FSAtl (GA) and @GeorgeSchool (PA). Educators learn about Quaker testimonies,Meeting for Worship,Quaker decision making, etc #QuakerEd