5th Graders Explore Ethics Through Fiction Writing
At Ethical Culture Fieldston School, ethics anchors students’ exploration of every subject, providing the framework and knowledge necessary to live an ethical life. Fieldston Lower 5th Graders’ most recent inquiry […]
Fieldston Lower Studies Ethical Choices in an Eagle Election
The Fieldston Lower community explored the importance of voting this fall in their search for a new eagle species mascot to sponsor. After applying aspects of each grade’s curriculum to […]
Fieldston Upper Math Applies Real World Thinking
At Ethical Culture Fieldston School, lessons emphasize that learning can and does occur beyond the classroom setting. Experiential field trips elevate classroom materials into a real-world experience, showing students that […]
Ethical Culture’s 5th Graders Showcase Geometry Skills In Creative Ways
On a late Thursday afternoon, there was a palpable excitement in Math Specialist Larry McMillian’s classroom as his 5th Graders eagerly welcomed a group of 2nd Grade students. This particular […]
Community Building in the Classroom and Beyond
This story was originally published in the May 2024 edition of the ECFS Reporter. Our educational pedagogy emphasizes collaborative learning with the objective of helping students build empathy and the […]
Why a Progressive Education Matters
This story was originally published in the May 2024 edition of the ECFS Reporter. ECFS prepares our students to be serious lifelong learners. Progressive education at ECFS extends the definition […]
10th Graders See Lessons Come Alive in Boston
Fieldston Upper 10th Graders recently traveled to the Greater Boston area for an immersive trip highlighting what they’ve learned in their history, English, and humanities classes. Ahead of the journey, […]
Hands-On Learning Takes Center Stage for Ethical Culture Students This Fall
Each fall, Ethical Culture Fieldston School students dive into real-world learning through experiential trips that bring classroom concepts to life. The approach is rooted in our School’s dedication to holistic […]
6th Grade Science Revamps Ethical Environmental Studies
6th Graders are starting their Fieldston Middle science education with a team-taught approach to their Environmental Science course. The class now comprises a project-based curriculum that integrates intentional, multifaceted insights […]
Fieldston Lower Gardening Curriculum Encourages Agency
On a sunny day at Fieldston Lower, you’ll likely find 3rd Graders exploring the Fieldston campus’s outdoor spaces with a task at hand. The 3rd Grade teaching team of Gio […]