Park Day School provides a strong academic foundation where students learn by doing and are encouraged to follow their own curiosity. With a focus on developing intrinsic motivation, Park Day’s robust interdisciplinary academic program includes an emphasis on social justice and social emotional learning. Classes are designed to prepare students to be informed, courageous, and compassionate people who shape a more equitable and sustainable world while nurturing a love of learning.

Language Arts at Park Day focuses on empowering students to read, write, listen, speak, and defend their ideas. We strive to foster intellectually curious, independent thinkers who use literacy to make sense of the world. 

Mathematics at Park Day cultivates a deep understanding of mathematical concepts, instills proficiency with key core skills, and develops student ability to solve complex and novel problems. Students are encouraged to find multiple ways to solve problems and build more flexible and efficient ways to solve increasingly complex problems.

Science at Park Day explores biology, chemistry, physics, ecology, and engineering. Specific study areas are assessed and selected using personal relevance to students’ daily lives, local and global events, the availability of local resources and field trip opportunities. 

Social Studies at Park Day revolves around two core standing inquiries: “What do we think we know?” and “what can we learn from history and different cultures?” Teachers integrate significant world events to inform Social Studies content, being mindful of age appropriate stages of development across the grades. 

Spanish, the innovation workshop, art, music, learning garden, and physical education are all key parts of the Park Day program. As a progressive school, Park Day strives to create an environment where students can dream big, take risks, and innovate. Teachers measure and document student growth on an ongoing basis across subject areas. Embedded within a social and emotional framework, assessments ensure each student gets the support and guidance needed to build on past successes.

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