“When I was in Middle School, I did two expeditions with Philadelphia Outward Bound School (POBS), where I learned that I really loved being outside, and it’s a huge reason I’m pursuing an environmental career today,” said Teora, a senior from The Philadelphia High School for Creative and Performing Arts. “I’ve known about The Discovery… READ MORE >
By Tom Waring May 18, 2023 Ten Northeast High School students just spent five days canoeing at the Delaware Water Gap – with no cell phones or traditional ways to cook, sleep and go to the bathroom – and they loved it. Even during a few days when bugs, hornets and a canoe tip replaced… READ MORE >
Reimagining School Partnerships with Learning Network 11 At POBS, we often hear about the effects of “Outward Bound magic” on students. One of our goals is to better understand and quantify the effects our programs have on the youth we serve – to find and share the data behind the “magic.” Our partnership with Learning… READ MORE >
POBS’ Partnership with Neighborhood Schools Will Help Track Student Outcomes “I learned a lot about leadership,” said 12 year-old Ben, reflecting on his Philadelphia Outward Bound School (POBS) experience. “I’ve learned to be more open with people. And overall, I’ve learned to help my group more and just to be more selfless.” “When I go… READ MORE >
Chanel Hill TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER Apr 18, 2023 Crystal Edwards never saw herself having a career in education. In fact, she wanted to be the next Oprah Winfrey. “I was a communications major at Temple University,” Edwards said. “During my senior year, I got an internship at ABC. I worked on ‘Philly After Midnight’ with… READ MORE >
Trauma specialists at Philly schools take on an aerial challenge to better connect and build trust. By Ella Lathan April 6, 2023 A group of 25 Philly school leaders spent part of their spring break learning how to work as a team while conquering their fears high above East Fairmount Park. The group from the Office… READ MORE >
Did a Woman Lead the First Outward Bound Expedition? Yes. Her name was Marina Ewald and she initiated the birth of expeditionary learning. Ewald was a geographer and co-director of the Salem School in Germany, the first school Hahn founded. In 1925 Ewald put together and led an expedition to Finland for students of the… READ MORE >