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.
330 West Webster Avenue | Chicago, Illinois 60614 | 773.353.3000. 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.
Thanks to our supporters, Parker is able to pursue its mission, vision and philosophy for over 940 students in Chicago. “The needs of society should determine the work of the school. The supreme need of society is ideal citizenship. Ideal citizenship demands for the individual the highest degree of knowledge, skill, power and service.”
From the earliest ages, Parker students learn with others and gain real-world, practical experience speaking in public, finding their own voice, learning how to listen attentively to others, reflecting on what they are learning and working collaboratively in groups, all skills that will serve them throughout their lives.
Serving as a safe, nurturing and stimulating home away from home, Parker PM offers students an array of organized indoor and outdoor activities coupled with opportunities for creative free play. Older students have quiet time to complete homework.
Parker PM begins at the end of the school day and ends at 4:30 p.m. or 6 p.m.
There are three P.L.U.S. sessions each school year . Students do not need to attend Parker PM to participate in Parker P.L.U.S. classes.
Students do not need to attend Parker PM to participate in Parker P.L.U.S. classes. P.L.U.S. classes vary, but most typically: Students transition from the school day and gather with their P.L.U.S. teacher for snack time.