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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Author and Illustrator Don Tate Visits Parker
Last Wednesday, the Kovler Family Library, in collaboration with Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Erika Prahl, warmly welcomed award-winning author and illustrator Don TateRead More -
Chess Team Victory Defies the Odds
Six of Parker’s chess masters won against an opposing team of eightRead More -
Choir Teacher Published in Podium
Read MoreChoir Director Christian Jackson’s article on how social-emotional learning and student leadership work together was recently published -
Looking Back to Inspire the Future
Read MoreParker spent a week celebrating the school’s opening day in 1901 -
Practice with the Littles Provides Excitement and Mentorship
Students on the Upper School Soccer team connected with their younger counterparts in a mixed-grade activityRead More -
Senior Headed to State Finals
Congrats to senior Evan O’Connor who qualified for the IHSA 2A Golf State Finals in Bloomington IL this weekendRead More -
Students Steward Shared Spaces for Civics
Lower School students have been working together to do their civic duty and maintain shared spaces on campusRead More -
Civics Panel Spotlights Education and Democracy
Parker thought leaders came together on a panel to explore the vital intersection of civic participation, learning, and democratic healthRead More -
K-Walkers Bring Community, Connection, and Care
Fourth grade students have begun connecting with younger students during morning arrival in their role as K-WalkersRead More -
Two Students Honored at 10th Annual Gwendolyn Brooks Youth Poetry Awards
Read MoreTwo Parker poets were honored as part of the 10th Annual Gwendolyn Brooks Youth Poetry Awards
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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 -
$6 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.