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The image features a portrait of Langston Hughes, a prominent African-American poet, social activist, and novelist, along with a quote from his work "Let America Be America Again." The background is a light green color, providing a simple and clean visual backdrop.

Our approach to honoring Black history is rooted in the "Windows and Mirrors" philosophy. We strive to provide our students with mirrors that reflect their own identities and windows that allow them to see and value the experiences of others. This pedagogy ensures that Black excellence, joy, and struggle are not "special topics," but essential threads in the tapestry of our collective story...

Small Actions, Big Impact: Announcing Our 2026 STEAM Theme

For 2026, Media-Providence Friends School is proud to announce our school-wide STEAM theme: Stewardship: Innovations for a Sustainable Future. At MPFS, stewardship is a core Friends testimony, calling us to the careful and responsible management of the world entrusted to our care...

A Fresh Start for Summer Friends: New Leadership, New Playground, and More!

We're revitalizing our Summer Friends program for 2026 with a vibrant new visual identity, specialized leadership, and the debut of a STEAM-themed playground. This "Fresh Start" blends the camp’s 50-year tradition of Friends values with enhanced programming, including regional field trips and instructional swimming, to provide a premier summer experience for children ages 3–10...

💡 Ask a Friend: What is the Inner Light?

It’s one of the most foundational, beautiful, and sometimes puzzling phrases you’ll hear when discussing Friends education and the values of Media-Providence Friends School (MPFS): "the Inner Light" What does it truly mean?

Standing in the Light: Our Community Response to Systemic Injustic

The start of 2026 has brought a profound weight to our doorsteps. The tragic murder of Renee Good at the hands of federal agents has rightfully sparked national outrage. Yet, as we process this specific loss, we must also acknowledge the painful reality that this event is a visible peak of a much larger mountain of injustice...

Building a Strong Foundation: How MPF Ensures Reading and Math Success

We know that strong foundational skills in reading and math are the building blocks for all future learning. We are excited to share an update on how we are leveraging an effective new tool to ensure every child in our Lower School gets the support they need, precisely when they need it...

Thank You for Your Ofrenda Contributions

The tradition of the ofrenda, often associated with Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead), is a beautiful way to honor the memory and lives of those who have passed...