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13 is nurtured and enhanced by community; shared resolve to promote tolerance and address the issues of prejudice. BELIEF IN THE SPIRITUALITY OF LIFE, which implies: Effort to instill a sense of awe and reverence for nature; responsible stewardship of all our resources; intentional teaching of a humble interaction with, rather than an arrogant attitude toward, living things; commitment to serve and empower others; celebration of the inner life of persons; respect for the harmony of mind, body, and spirit. BELIEF IN THE VALUE OF SIMPLICITY, which implies: Resolution to speak plainly, clearly, and honestly; reliance on one's own creative resources when possible; wariness of the slick and shallow; awareness of the oftentimes fine line between the necessary and the frivolous; acknowledgment that our capabilities and possessions are gifts to be shared with others; commitment to create a community /learning structure that is sensible and devoid of structural trivia, appreciation of the truth that the simple is often very complex. BELIEF IN THE POWER OF SILENCE, which implies: Experiencing times of silence during the school day; developing awareness of the significance of shared silence; practicing the discipline of centering as a means to deeper understanding; desiring to foster deep and profound listening; including Meeting for Worship as a part of significant School events; incorporating silence as part of the decision - making process; recognizing the distinction between quiet and a deeper, settled silence. Diversity and Inclusivity The story of Carolina Friends School is rooted in the long history of Quakers who worked to eliminate slavery, segregation, and other injustices. From this tradition CFS was founded in the early 1960's as one of the first schools in the South deliberately to pursue a policy of racial integration. Our belief in the innate worth of each person and in the uniquely valuable heritage of every cultural group guides our practice as a multicultural community and our commitment to authentic personal relationships The School's non - discrimination policy reads: Carolina Friends School strives to be a community of staff, students, and families of diverse backgrounds. CFS does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, physical disability, socioeconomic background, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its policies and programs. In order to be true to its calling and philosophy, Carolina Friends School actively seeks a student body and staff that reflect diversity of race, ethnicity, family structure, sexual orientation, physical ability, religious affiliation, and socioeconomic background. Approximately 24% of CFS students come from families who are African - American or African, Asian - American or Asian, Hispanic or Latino, Native American, Middle Eastern, multiracial, or international. 2