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 […]

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Fieldston Theatre and Dance Department Emphasizes Play

All the world’s a stage, and at Fieldston Middle and Fieldston Upper, students in the drama and musical productions are constantly discovering the benefits that playful yet dedicated preparation and […]

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Fieldston Middle Students Embrace Curiosity in Life Science Experiment

Fieldston Middle faculty work hard to make science classes informative, safe, and a little playful, helping to ignite curiosity and engage students in memorable, hands-on discoveries. 7th Graders recently encountered […]

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Fieldston Middle Gets Immersive For Vaccine Transport Project

In a recent 8th Grade Engineering class at Fieldston Middle, students could be found digging through the freezer, walking up and down steps, and typing away at their laptops together […]

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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 […]

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Esperanza Caño’s Love of Teaching Spanish Fueled Her 36-Year Career at ECFS

Throughout her time teaching Spanish at ECFS, Esperanza Caño developed a pedagogical approach that leaned heavily on experiential learning — international trips, visits to museums, immersion experiences, and hands-on projects […]

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ECFS Faculty Challenge Themselves with the New York City Marathon

The New York City Marathon is one of the greatest traditions for runners, spectators, and citizens of all ages. Taking place on the first Sunday in November, thousands of runners […]

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Fieldston Middle Students Move for Joy in Dance Program

At the Ethical Culture Fieldston School, students often find opportunities for movement during sports practice, gym class, or recess, but Fieldston Middle students have recently relished these moments in the […]

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Fieldston Middle Students Are Empowered to Use Their Voices in Their English Essays

At Fieldston Middle, English class is an opportunity to connect to different forms of literature through discussion and writing. For 7th and 8th Grade students, their personal experiences and interests […]

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SEED Principles Guide Community Conversations at Fieldston Middle

For students starting middle school, a new academic year may introduce a mix of new faces and unknown circumstances. To foster a sense of belonging during this transition, 6th and […]

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