Engaged Learning
Francis W. Parker School educates students to think and act with empathy, courage and clarity as responsible citizens and leaders in a diverse democratic society and global community.
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Alum Returns to Speak to CSEJ on Environmental Litigation
Read MoreGrace Smith ’10 returned to Parker last week to speak to students in the Upper School course Climate Science and Environmental Justice -
Emory University Discusses Alum Yemko Pryor’s ’14 Research into Epigenetics
Check out this article from Emory University featuring alum Yemko Pryor’s ’14 research into epigeneticsRead More -
Faculty Member Presents at ACTFL Conference
Parker Languages and Cultural Studies Department Co-Chair Dr. Cynthia Marker recently presented at the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages 2025 Annual Convention and World Languages ExpoRead More -
Former White House Counsel Ed Siskel Visits Parker
Parker students heard from a notable civil servant at Morning Ex this week when members of Model UN held a Q&A session with former White House Counsel for the Biden Administration Ed SiskelRead More -
Winter Windows Warm Parker
Families from the class of 2029 painted a range of festive scenes on windows throughout campus to welcome the winter holidays and brighten up the schoolRead More -
Alum Eddie Burns Returns to Morning Ex Stage
Alum Eddie Burns ’16 returned to the Heller Auditorium stage for a question-and-answer session followed by a performance showcasing the drumming craft he honed while at ParkerRead More -
Choreography Club Creates Moving Connections
A squad of 4th and 5th grade dancers performed moves they have been working on this semesterRead More -
Grandparents and Grandchildren Enjoy Dinner and a Movie
Last week, grandparents gathered with their grandchildren for an evening of dinner, fall-themed activities and a cozy screening of The LoraxRead More -
Pritzker Scientist Brings Cloud and Climate Science
Dr. Elisabeth Moyer spent a day at the school to expose students to atmospheric science and energy transitions over timeRead More -
Upper School English Teacher Stacey Gibson Honored with Fulbright U.S. Teacher Award
Please join Parker in congratulating Upper School English teacher Stacey Gibson on being honored with a prestigious Fulbright U.S. Teacher Award for the 2025–26 academic yearRead More
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Recent News
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Parker Perspectives
Parker Perspectives is an episodic video series featuring Parker community members sharing their experience with the school. -
A Beautiful Subject
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On Finding the Right Fit
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On Cultural Competence
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On Messing Up
Upcoming Events
By the Numbers
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940
total students -
6:1
student-to-teacher ratio -
46%
self-identify as students of color -
6 Acres
urban campus -
88%
faculty holding advanced degrees -
$5.9 million
awarded annually in financial assistance
Francis W. Parker School educates students to think and act with empathy, courage and clarity as responsible citizens and leaders in a diverse democratic society and global community.