Nurturing Curiosity: 4th Graders Examine the World Through Country Studies
In 4th Grade at Fieldston Lower, students examine geography in a unique, relevant, and engaging way. The curriculum unfolds in three distinct phases: physical geography, human geography and migration, and […]
Why Our Donors Give Back: For Today and For the Future
At the Ethical Culture Fieldston School, philanthropy comes in many forms. We spoke to a few of our donors to learn more about why giving back matters to them. Howard […]
Celebrating Community, Joy, and Play at Fieldston Lower Game Night
At the Ethical Culture Fieldston School, the emphasis and importance of joy, laughter, and play extends beyond the classroom. Our parents/guardians, students, faculty, and staff are always finding ways — both […]
Students Celebrate 10 Years of CARe With a Day of Experiential Learning
At the Ethical Culture Fieldston School, learning always has a clear purpose. Our students are challenged to be daring thinkers, to be good and kind, to be competent and skillful, […]
GivingTuesday Invites Everyone to Be a Philanthropist
This year, ECFS once again took part in GivingTuesday, a global day of giving. Held on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, GivingTuesday is a movement that encourages people to support the […]
Fieldston Lower’s 1st Graders Explore Food, Culture, and Belonging in “My World” Project
Studies show that students who are content and feel a sense of belonging in their school community have a more effective learning experience. To cultivate this environment for our students, […]
Fieldston Lower’s 4th Graders Enjoy Immersive Lessons on Space Exploration
Entering Fieldston Lower Teacher Michael Wilkinson’s science classroom, you’re instantly met with a welcoming din of music and a surplus of outer space-related educational models, posters, books, tools, and even […]
Five Questions for Marjorie Jean-Paul, Chief Advancement Officer at ECFS
Marjorie Jean-Paul joined ECFS as Chief Advancement Officer in July 2023, and she quickly became immersed in ECFS by learning about the history of the School and the people who […]
5th Graders Innovate for Future Students: Imagining an Outdoor Classroom in the Fieldston Lower Garden
As the academic year neared its end, students at the Ethical Culture Fieldston School were busy preparing for assessments, cherishing moments together before bidding farewell for the summer, and wrapping […]
Fieldston Lower Students Embark on a Global Journey, Integrating Spanish and Technology
The Ethical Culture Fieldston School’s academic programming is centered on 10 core tenets of progressive education, one of which emphasizes the value of interdependence. Our curriculum embraces teamwork, empathy, and […]