Upper School - Francis Parker School
Upper School
Grades 9 to 12
Endless
opportunities
, a
tight-knit community
, and
campus resources
support each student as they develop the skills they need to adapt and succeed in an ever-changing world.
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Growing Global Perspective
Students in Grades 10 to 12 can
travel internationally
to countries like Cambodia, South Africa, Morocco, Singapore, and Spain. The Global Studies Program helps students build cultural competency, gain new perspectives, deepen friendships, and discover opportunities to be active citizens of the world.
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about Growing Global Perspective
Endless Opportunity
Parker’s Upper School is a cornucopia of opportunities. Students design their academic journey by choosing from a diverse range of classes—including
60+ AP and Honors courses
—and engaging
electives like Social Justice, Engineering, and Orchestra
. The unique Upper School schedule allows students to participate in a variety of performing and visual arts classes and includes dedicated free blocks for studying and office hours.
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about Endless Opportunity
Beyond Graduation
Excellence across the board propels Parker students to attend some of the most
highly-ranked universities in the world
. Our college counseling office offers a wide array of resources to help each student find the college where they’ll thrive.
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about Beyond Graduation
Building Lifelong Community
At Parker, students are known, valued, and respected. Small class sizes allow our faculty to engage students at a deeper level. Weekly advisory time encourages students to build supportive relationships with adults they trust and their peers. Grade-level deans, advisors, and learning specialists help ensure that all Upper School students receive the support and attention needed to thrive.
Find Out How You Belong
Because of Parker, I am
driven
confident
, and have a
relentless desire to learn
. I’m not just a more compassionate person, but I also feel like I’m a contributing member of my community.
Parker Senior
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for more details on our courses
welcome to Our Linda Vista Campus
Surrounded by lush canyons and scenic views, our 22-acre Linda Vista Campus prioritizes student engagement, wellness, and safety. Bright classrooms, high-tech design labs, numerous student meeting spaces, fully-stocked libraries, and state-of-the-art facilities for academics, athletics, and the arts support our students as they learn and grow.
Upper School Stories
Our Philosophy
Arts & innovation
Safety & Security
Health & Wellness
Belonging at Parker
Parker’s Independent Student-Athletes
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about Parker’s Independent Student-Athletes
Building Global Perspective: Merging the Classroom and the World
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about Building Global Perspective: Merging the Classroom and the World
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