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Most of the students at Friends School are not Quakers, and
students of all religious beliefs are welcome into the community.
Since 1683, Quaker schools have been part of this country's
educational fabric. These schools have distinguished themselves
by providing strong academic programs and through their commitment
to recognizing the worth of each individual. Friends School
of Minnesota is one of 80 Quaker schools in the United States,
and it is the only Quaker elementary school in our five state
region.
Friends School of Minnesota is committed to practicing the
values of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), especially
those of peace, community, social justice, nonviolent conflict
resolution. and tolerance and respect for all people. There
is no direct religious instruction at the school; rather,
it is a place of lived values.
For more information on the Quakers and Quaker education,
follow the links below.
The Friends Council on Education acts as an integrating force
in Quaker education in an advisory and consultative capacity
for Quaker nursery, elementary, and secondary schools in the
United States and Canada.
Links to information about the Quakers, their religious beliefs,
history, and commitment to non-violence. Friends School holds
a silent meeting for worship once a week, and all members
of the school community are welcome to attend.
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