Academics at Sandy Spring Friends School: Empowering Changemakers
Sandy Spring Friends School (SSFS) fosters a vibrant, inclusive community where students are not only encouraged to excel academically but also to "Let Their Lives Speak." This Quaker philosophy shapes the School’s mission of empowering students to become compassionate, thoughtful, and innovative changemakers in the world. At SSFS, learning goes beyond textbooks and classrooms. The emphasis on why and how we learn enhances the understanding of what we learn. Through a balanced approach rooted in intellectual rigor and a deep respect for individuality, SSFS nurtures every student's unique potential. The Heart of Learning: Question, Reflection, Action (QRA) SSFS's unique educational framework revolves around the QRA process— Question, Reflection, Action. This student-centered approach encourages learners to: Question concepts and ideas critically. Reflect on inquiry and experiences. Act by applying knowledge in meaningful ways. This process instills critical thin...