Educators Week 2024 saw over 500 teachers and staff from 9 schools and the School District of Philadelphia come to POBS to prepare for the start of the school year. It was our pleasure to help these schools rally around their teachers so they can hit the ground running – using the same activities and educational… READ MORE >
Teaching in Philly is tough. Some schools build community on the ropes course. “I just want them to feel supported and welcomed and loved on,” one Philadelphia principal said. “This is hard work.” by Kristen A. Graham Published Aug. 22, 2024, 1:33 p.m. ET Helmet strapped onto his head, harness firmly in place, brand-new Philadelphia… READ MORE >
“When I bring Police Athletic League campers to the Philadelphia Outward Bound School, my goal is simply to open their eyes to something new,” says Officer Glenn Haskins, Center Director of North Penn Police Athletic League (PAL). “I want them to step out of the box, challenge themselves, and be ready to absorb what’s coming…. READ MORE >
Northeast High School students participated in the Philadelphia Outward Bound School’s Insight Day on Friday at the Discovery Center in Fairmount Park. The day included team-building activities such as an outdoor ropes course, where partners were challenged to climb to the top of a large structure in harnesses as their peers belayed. “Climbing was really… READ MORE >