Compassionate and Engaged Citizens of the WorldWe believe that children learn best through purpose and play, in a diverse community of teachers and peers where everyone belongs. Our students grapple with complex, real-world problems, learning to find solutions and take action, becoming active changemakers in their own neighborhoods and in the world beyond.
A Challenging Problem or Question
It all begins with a meaningful issue focused on one or more of the UN SDGs
Sustained Inquiry
Students engage in an extended process of exploration.
Authenticity
The projects offer real-world content, tasks, tools, and impact.
Cross-Curricular Connections
Students give, receive, and apply feedback to improve their process and product.
Reflection, Critique, and Revision
Students give, receive, and apply feedback to improve their process and product.
Action &
Service
Students make their work public through demonstrations outside of the classroom.
Frankford Friends School guides and inspires students’ creativity as they identify problems, find solutions, and take action on the issues that affect them and the world.
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