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We Are Friends Academy W atch a short video, narrated by a current senior, about the Friends Academy experience!

Diversity at Friends We value the diversity of students and families of different backgrounds, which contribute to a transformative education.
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We can't wait to meet you! Read more about the #1 K-12 Private School in Nassau County!

Check out our beautiful 65-acre campus! Watch our virtual tour or browse our photo gallery to discover what it's like to be a part of the Friends Academy family.
The Arts
Sing, Dance, Act and Play! Watch how our community banded together for an unforgettable run of Newsies this winter!
Athletics
A Winter for the History Books From first-ever seasons to dramatic turnarounds, our winter sports season was one to remember! Check out all of our winter teams' accomplishments.
Summer
Celebrating 50 Years! FA Summer Camp celebrated its 50th anniversary this summer!

Artist's Institute Reach for your passion in these two community- and confidence-building Arts workshops. Open to ages 5 - 16.
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Giving Tuesday 2020 Save the date! Giving Tuesday is December 1. Consider supporting the Friends Academy Annual Fund.

Now, More Than Ever... Your support makes a difference. Make your gift to the Friends Academy Annual Fund.

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On a recent Honors Arts field trip, students got to do a Q&A with Alum Will Roland ('07) after seeing his performance in Dear Evan Hansen. The show, an original musical, has just finished its off Broadway run and is slated to hit Broadway in November. Congrats, Will!

A photo posted by Friends Academy (@friendsacademy) on Jun 2, 2016 at 1:01pm PDT

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Friends Academy Announces Diana C. Parente as Incoming Director of Athletics

Friends Academy Announces Diana C. Parente as Incoming Director of Athletics

Exploring Black History, Voice, and Identity in February and Beyond

Exploring Black History, Voice, and Identity in February and Beyond

Friends Academy to Host Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Summer Series for Families and Colleagues

Friends Academy to Host Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Summer Series for Families and Colleagues

to our Summer DEI Series – a set of three workshop sessions designed to provide a place to start and/or sustain conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) for all families within their homes, our classrooms, and beyond.

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2 Grade to 3 Grade Transition Meeting

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Friends Academy Announces Diana C. Parente as Incoming Director of Athletics

Friends Academy Announces Diana C. Parente as Incoming Director of Athletics

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Mar 4 2021

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Exploring Black History, Voice, and Identity in February and Beyond

Exploring Black History, Voice, and Identity in February and Beyond

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Mar 3 2021

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Eighth Grade Immerses in Study of Holocaust, Attends Virtual Meeting with Survivor

Eighth Grade Immerses in Study of Holocaust, Attends Virtual Meeting with Survivor

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Oct 27 2020

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Friends Academy to Host Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Summer Series for Families and Colleagues

Friends Academy to Host Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Summer Series for Families and Colleagues

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Jul 7 2020

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Acknowledgement, Apology, and Action

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Jun 7 2020

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