FRIENDS SCHOOL OF BALTIMORE Friends School of Baltimore is deeply committed to helping students discover and become the person they are meant to be. A Friends education develops the intellectual, physical, and creative strengths of each student, encouraging exploration across academics, athletics, and arts. Friends equips graduates with the knowledge and confidence they need to succeed in the world, wherever their path may lead.Class of 2025 Senate Co-Presidents Khadejah and Henry exemplify what it means to be a Friends School student, taking full advantage of offered opportunities and leading by example. Khadejah appreciates that her Friends education allows her to excel academically while pursuing a wide variety of activities. She participates in the musical, plays the violin, sings in the chorus and Chamber Choir, plays lacrosse and volleyball, cheers, and dances all while having time to complete coursework and spend time with her friends. She believes an important part of the foundation of her education are the Quaker values of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship. They inspire her to better herself and her community. As she looks ahead, an important lesson she will take with her is treating others with kindness: “The golden rule of treating others the way you want to be treated was something that we were taught at a young age. As I’ve grown up, this rule has stuck with me.” When asked what she would tell a prospective student she says, “At Friends, there is a place for everyone.” Henry is continually amazed by the strength and unity of the Friends community, where no one is “too cool for school” and students of all ages and backgrounds enjoy experiences together. Henry appreciates the open and collaborative academic environment that fosters confidence in thought and respect for others’ ideas, especially through discussion-based courses. The most important lesson he has learned is to listen to all sides, a value Friends instills by encouraging students to explore beyond their own thoughts and opinions, which he says is “key to creating a collaborative future for the world.This article is part of the 2024-2025 Guide to Baltimore Independent Schools.