Community - Friends School of Wilmington - Quaker School-8th Grade Independent School in Wilmington, NC
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Community - Friends School of Wilmington - Quaker School-8th Grade Independent School in Wilmington, NC
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Community
A rich tapestry of unity and mutual support.
Embedded within the fabric of every Quaker school is a profound appreciation for community, where each person—from students and educators to parents and siblings—weaves an essential thread. Guided by our core values, we celebrate the uniqueness of each individual, fostering an environment where diverse perspectives, talents, and experiences contribute to a rich tapestry of unity and mutual support.
Our learning community comprises current students, staff, and families, as well as alumni, students, staff, and families. Part of our mission is to cultivate caring and meaningful relationships that extend to lifelong friendships, supported by serving as responsible members of our greater communities. In addition to all-school events, partnerships with local organizations, and strategic programming for faculty and families, we welcome volunteer interest from within our greater community.
Party in the Pines
Alumni Day
Night of Peace
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
GrandFriends Day
Earth Day
Graduation
Our back-to-school bash that celebrates the return of students on campus. It's held on our Longleaf Center property soon after school begins in August and includes food trucks, games, and music.
Young alumni return to campus to see each other and share their wisdom with current middle school students. It occurs every year on Veteran’s Day.
Our annual musical celebration of the winter holidays. It features all students performing in groups and ensembles, and always includes a sing-along.
Since 1999, Friends School students have marched in the MLK Day parade. Initially, only Middle School students and faculty participated, but in 2014, our entire school started participating, with parents accompanying younger students. Preceding the parade, the whole community gathers to join in singing and remembering the Civil Rights Movement in America and the Quaker connections to it, then and now.
Each spring, grandparents and special friends are invited to campus to enjoy time in classes as well as “under the tent,” where all students share the essence of a spring celebration. The goal is to connect with and thank students’ extended families who support their journey at Friends School of Wilmington.
Our Earth Day Festival is comprised reflective nature walks, collaborative community gardening, eco-conscious workshops, and mindful discussions, all rooted in Quaker values of stewardship, simplicity, and interconnectedness with the earth.
8th grade graduation is a very special occasion that focuses entirely on the graduates. Each student writes and delivers a speech and then receives a specially chosen book dedicated to them by the faculty. A simple celebration elevates these young adults and sends them on their way with the clear message that Friends School is a place that knows and loves them and will always be here for them as their journey continues.
Skip To Main Content
Community
A rich tapestry of unity and mutual support.
Embedded within the fabric of every Quaker school is a profound appreciation for community, where each person—from students and educators to parents and siblings—weaves an essential thread. Guided by our core values, we celebrate the uniqueness of each individual, fostering an environment where diverse perspectives, talents, and experiences contribute to a rich tapestry of unity and mutual support.
Our learning community comprises current students, staff, and families, as well as alumni, students, staff, and families. Part of our mission is to cultivate caring and meaningful relationships that extend to lifelong friendships, supported by serving as responsible members of our greater communities. In addition to all-school events, partnerships with local organizations, and strategic programming for faculty and families, we welcome volunteer interest from within our greater community.
Party in the Pines
Alumni Day
Night of Peace
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
GrandFriends Day
Earth Day
Graduation
Our back-to-school bash that celebrates the return of students on campus. It's held on our Longleaf Center property soon after school begins in August and includes food trucks, games, and music.
Young alumni return to campus to see each other and share their wisdom with current middle school students. It occurs every year on Veteran’s Day.
Our annual musical celebration of the winter holidays. It features all students performing in groups and ensembles, and always includes a sing-along.
Since 1999, Friends School students have marched in the MLK Day parade. Initially, only Middle School students and faculty participated, but in 2014, our entire school started participating, with parents accompanying younger students. Preceding the parade, the whole community gathers to join in singing and remembering the Civil Rights Movement in America and the Quaker connections to it, then and now.
Each spring, grandparents and special friends are invited to campus to enjoy time in classes as well as “under the tent,” where all students share the essence of a spring celebration. The goal is to connect with and thank students’ extended families who support their journey at Friends School of Wilmington.
Our Earth Day Festival is comprised reflective nature walks, collaborative community gardening, eco-conscious workshops, and mindful discussions, all rooted in Quaker values of stewardship, simplicity, and interconnectedness with the earth.
8th grade graduation is a very special occasion that focuses entirely on the graduates. Each student writes and delivers a speech and then receives a specially chosen book dedicated to them by the faculty. A simple celebration elevates these young adults and sends them on their way with the clear message that Friends School is a place that knows and loves them and will always be here for them as their journey continues.