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    The Friends' Central School Blog

    Students In The Theater

    9 Family-Friendly Theaters and Venues On the Main Line

    By Lydia Martin
    Dec 19 2019

    Philadelphia offers several opportunities for kids to stay engaged with learning outside the classroom. Most notably, the Main Line has countless opportunities to expose your child to interactive.

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    What to Expect From Friends’ Central Lower School

    By Andrea Dominic Lubrano
    Nov 14 2019

    Choosing an elementary or lower school can be a difficult decision for families to make, and many people don’t know what to expect once they decide to enroll. At this stage, parents are asking.

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    What to Expect From Friends’ Central Upper School

    By Lydia Martin
    Nov 04 2019

    Joining the Friends’ Central School community is more than just enrolling in a high school or college preparatory program. Our Upper School pairs challenging academics with innovative teaching.

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    What to Expect From Friends’ Central Middle School

    By Lydia Martin
    Oct 28 2019

    Many families who are considering changing middle schools do not know what to expect from the process, which can lead to anxiety and confusion. You want to know that you are making the right.

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    7 Fun Fall Things To Do With Kids Along The Main Line

    By Lydia Martin
    Oct 28 2019

    Autumn is an exciting time in Philadelphia. As the leaves change color and the weather cools down, fall-themed community events become abundant throughout the city and its suburbs.Throughout the Main.

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    Technical Skills That Prepare Students for the Workforce of the Future

    By Lydia Martin
    Oct 07 2019

    Why do we send our children to school? That might seem like a silly question, but it’s a worthwhile one to ask. At its heart, the answer to that question is: To prepare them for a happy and.

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    5 Kid- and Teen-Friendly Makerspaces in Philadelphia

    By Lydia Martin
    Sep 23 2019

    If you’re looking for new and exciting ways to help your child embrace hands-on learning and exploration, a makerspace offers you the opportunity to do just that.

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    5 Kid-Friendly Hiking Trails Along the Main Line

    By Lydia Martin
    Sep 17 2019

    The Philadelphia suburbs are home to a variety of different nature spots and hiking trails that are fun for every member of the family. Along the Main Line specifically, parents can find several.

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    5 Interactive Philadelphia Museums Perfect for Toddlers

    By Lydia Martin
    Aug 05 2019

    Finding activities that are both interactive and educational for young kids can be a challenge for parents. Activities that toddlers find fun don’t always offer any learning benefits, and those that.

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    Switching from a Catholic to an Independent High School

    Switching from a Catholic to an Independent High School

    By Lydia Martin
    Aug 05 2019

    Some students who attend Catholic school have an 'aha' moment when they realize that they want to make a change. 

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