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 Jason Rosenthal ’82 Talks Grief and Mental Health at Morning Ex
Alum and parent emeritus Jason Rosenthal ’82 returned to the Morning Ex stage to discuss young people’s mental health today and tell his unique story of grief and lossRead More -
Inclement Weather Reminder
Read MoreAs the temperatures drop and snow begins to fall, we understand that inclement weather may impact families and employees differently, depending on where they live. -
Middle School Quiz Masters Buzz In
Members of the MS Scholastic Bowl Club have been meeting weekly to hone their skills in anticipation of competition in the springRead More -
OLAS Leads Morning Ex and Spirit Week Celebrations
The annual Hispanic/Latine Heritage Morning Ex took place recently, led by the US Organization of Latin American StudentsRead More -
ROV Team Makes Waves at Morning Ex
The Upper School Underwater Robotics team presented a Morning Ex on their team, their robot and this year’s competitionsRead More -
Senior Kindergarten Welcomes Mark Blashford in Peter and the Wolf
Senior Kindergarten was fortunate to welcome a special guest to campus for a traditional marionette experienceRead More -
US Grandparents and Special Friends Day Was a Resounding Success
The Development and Alumni Office welcomed more than 60 guests to the annual Upper School Grandparents and Special Friends Day last weekRead More -
Fun Times Took Place at the Parker PM Fall Fest
Students in Parker PM spent an afternoon immersed in fall-themed fun at their annual Fall FestRead More -
Halloween Parade Delights Campus
Students in the Lower and Intermediate Schools marked the Halloween season with a parade though campus and celebration in the cafeteriaRead More -
Longest Wrongfully Incarcerated Person in Illinois Discusses Justice Reform
Jimmy Soto, who spent 42 years in prison for a crime he did not commit, spoke to several Upper School history classesRead 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.