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 >
Service in the Wild Students on expedition give back to the trail they hike on Service has always been a cornerstone of the Outward Bound experience, so POBS teamed up with the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference to provide service opportunities to our students on expedition in the Delaware Water Gap. Read more > Wildlife… READ MORE >
Our students head out on expedition without their phones, but we do provide each crew with a camera to document their time in nature. There are usually a few wildlife photos that come back, and we thought it would be fun to share them to give you an idea of what kinds of critters students… READ MORE >
Service has always been a cornerstone of the Outward Bound experience. Striving to make a difference in the lives of others and our communities helps cultivate compassion and foster a sense of selflessness. As Kurt Hahn once said, “We learn what it means to be human when we act to help others.” Recently POBS teamed… READ MORE >
POBS Trailblazer Gala a Resounding Success! Outward Bound friends and family came to The Discovery Center from near and far for POBS’s bi-annual Trailblazer Gala on June 5. The event provided an opportunity to celebrate Katie Newsom and Jennifer Raymond, each of whom received the second-ever Founders’ Awards, given in recognition of individuals who have showed extraordinary leadership and vision… READ MORE >
By Tom Waring Seventeen Northeast High School students recently completed their freshmen year with a unique experience outside the classroom – hiking and canoeing at the Delaware Water Gap. Nine students hiked for five days, from June 3-7, while eight navigated canoes for the week. The teenagers had no cell phones or traditional ways to… READ MORE >
As a West Chester University student, Erica Montemayor engaged with Outward Bound USA, as a means to fulfilling requirements for her Psychology major. Today, a senior associate director of Wharton Leadership Ventures, Erica credits that one decision for launching a career journey that has enriched her life and has helped transform the lives of hundreds… READ MORE >
The Transformative Power of Social Emotional Learning Social Emotional Learning frameworks shape the experiential education programs of the Philadelphia Outward Bound School (POBS) and allow POBS to achieve positive outcomes with students of Philadelphia schools. Learn what Social Emotional Learning is and how students benefit > POBS Holds First Partner Breakfast On May 6, POBS convened its… READ MORE >