As a national leader in Friends education and one of the oldest Quaker schools in the world, AFS is well known for its deep and resonant Quaker identity and spirit of collaboration and community.
The AFS academic program builds deeps skills in writing, analysis, and research. Students develop a lifelong love of learning through a program that engages them in experiences that build curiosity, cultivate leadership, expand critical thinking skills, and involve reflection. These transformative experiences are the core of an AFS education.
Our community fosters a deep connection between student and teacher. AFS educators see the full dimension of each student and are committed to inspiring them to discover their strengths and stretch their thinking.
95% of our graduates say they are better prepared for college compared to their peers. 100% of our graduates go on to a four-year college or university.
Highly-trained experts in their fields, our faculty have the freedom to create a dynamic curriculum. Lifelong learners as well, are constantly engaged in professional-development opportunities that keep them current on effective teaching methodology, practice, and theory.
At AFS, our diversity and inclusion work is rooted in Critical Consciousness, calling for our community to go beneath the surface and beyond myths to develop a deep understanding. We aim to heighten awareness and personal expression, build meaning and purpose, cultivate values and culture, and encourage discovery, confidence, growth, health, and well-being.
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Playwright Sophocles brought Antigone to the stage in 441 BCE. CJ Miller, Middle School Theater teacher and Antigone director/writer brought the story to life in a modern way for the AFS community.
Read The Story“When we were looking for a school for our older son, we decided to try AFS for one year. Now 14 years later both our sons are thriving. ”
“At AFS we have found a true partnership for the education of our children. As parents and educators we value the dedication of the teachers and staff.”
“AFS fosters so much confidence, creativity and curiosity in my children that I couldn’t imagine a more meaningful environment.”
