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 fully immersed in ECFS by learning about the history of the School and the people […]
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 […]
An Outpouring of Orange Pride Defines ECFS Gratitude Week
The hustle and bustle of the last stretch of the academic year was interrupted by an opportunity to slow down, reflect, and say “thank you” this month as our School […]
Fieldston Lower Students Gather to Celebrate Earth Day
April is Earth Month, and at Fieldston Lower, students, faculty, and staff celebrated with an outdoor assembly on the lower field. It was a beautiful day; the blue sky, newly […]
Family Visiting Day is Back at Fieldston Lower!
At Fieldston Lower, Family Visiting Day has been a cornerstone of community bonding and memory making for many years. Unfortunately, this event — where families are invited to spend the […]
Fostering Joy in Learning: Literacy at Ethical Culture and Fieldston Lower
At the heart of engagement with any academic subject are curiosity and joy. Fostering a love of reading and writing requires a lot of focus, patience, and joy-centered practice. The […]
ECFS’s Commitment to Financial Aid Offers Security, Access, and Community to Students and Families
At the Ethical Culture Fieldston School, financial aid is integral to creating a community that is welcoming, accessible, and reflective of New York City. Financial aid is given to one […]
Interdependence at Fieldston Lower: An Introduction to the Buddy Program
For many of Fieldston Lower’s youngest (and littlest!) students — many of whom are still adjusting to a typical year — the first few weeks of school can be incredibly […]
A Conversation with Fieldston Lower’s New Assistant Principal for Academic Life
We are so excited to officially introduce another amazing team member to our ECFS community — Fieldston Lower’s new Assistant Principal for Academic Life, Shawn Chisty. With over 20 years […]