Mission Statement
Mary McDowell Friends School is an independent Quaker school for students with learning disabilities. As its guiding principle, MMFS believes that every student with learning disabilities can learn with the support of a community dedicated to specialized teaching, cooperation, and respect. MMFS's approach is grounded in the Quaker values of respect for individuals, personal and social responsibility, peaceful resolution of conflict, the importance of diversity and the value of service. Challenging and building on the strengths of each individual, Mary McDowell Friends School cherishes the uniqueness of every student.
Mary McDowell Friends School is committed to an educational partnership between faculty and parents. It serves as a resource to provide information about learning disabilities to professionals, parents, and the community.
