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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Art, Activism, and Anniversary Manifest in New Mural
Upper School artists presented their latest mural and announced a school-wide artistic project coinciding with the school’s 125th AnniversaryRead More -
County Fair Goes Back to the Future
Since County Fair’s inception in 1902, this fall celebration has been an opportunity for students to make products, organize activities, and share them with the communityRead More -
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
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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.