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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Journey “Into the Woods”
Read MoreSupport Upper School performers as they perform Stephen Sondheim’s classic mixed-up fairytale Into the Woods for the spring musical -
Participation Challenge Winners Recognized
Read MoreEnjoy these photos from the grade-level gatherings recognizing those with more than 85% overall participation in the Parker Fund this year -
Scholastic Bowl Wins Regional Tournament
Parker is happy to announce the US Scholastic Bowl team won the 2025 IHSA regionalRead More -
Science Fair Participants Demonstrate Scientific Inquiry
Student scientists in 1st–4th grades showcased independent projects of interest as part of the school’s annual Science FairRead More -
Senior Celebrates 1,000-Point Career Milestone
Senior Varsity Basketball Captain Miles Johnson had a tremendous achievement this season when he surpassed the 1,000-point Career Scoring markRead More -
Student Films Selected for Diversity Film Festival
Read MoreThe upcoming Youth Diversity Film Festival will feature the work of four Upper School student filmmakers -
Students Analyze Traffic Through Algebraic Thinking with Engineer Mark Love
After a one-year hiatus, engineer Mark Love returned to Parker to show the Upper School how they can use Algebra in practical applicationsRead More -
Teacher Query Featured on WBEZ
When students had questions about the use of road salt in the city, History Department Chair and teacher Susan Elliott reached out to NPR for an answerRead More -
Upper School Students Share Culture with 4th and 7th Grades
Two Upper School students led a special Morning Ex for students in 4th and 7th gradeRead More -
Athlete of the Week
The Student Athletic Council Heads are excited to announce the SAC Athlete of the Week: Geometry teacher and statistician extraordinaire Victoria LeeRead 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
List of 6 items.
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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.