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There is something special about a Summer Friends summer. It’s the sound of laughter on the playground, the creative energy in the classrooms, and the sense of belonging that stays with campers long after they leave. This year, that sense of community is stronger than ever because our leadership team isn't just coming to work—they’re coming home...

Innovation at Friends often comes through collaboration, and recently, our seventh and eighth-grade students had a unique opportunity to act as "beta testers" for a project that blends biology, gaming, and pedagogical design...

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...

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...

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...

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?

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...

Here at Media-Providence Friends School, we are committed to nurturing the whole child—and the whole adult! That's why we are thrilled to host Mindful Mornings every Wednesday, a program for our teachers and students led by MPFS parent Amy Sund...

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...

Students who learn this skill with intentional support, gain the ability to bounce back when faced with difficult or challenging life experiences...