21st Century Learning

At Fessenden, 21^st century learning begins in Pre-K. We believe that the right mix of skills, character traits, knowledge, and habits developed in early years will benefit a student as he confidently makes his way through his educational journey.

We focus on two complementary skill sets:

The “three Rs” (Reading, wRiting, and aRithmetic): Skills that bolster confidence and motivate young thinkers to fully participate in the 21^st century classroom.
The “six Cs”: Critical thinking, communication, collaboration, creativity, character, and cross-cultural competency.

In the Lower School, 21^st century learning comes to life in exciting and hands-on ways. Classroom teachers facilitate projects and activities that encourage boys to create, explore, and innovate. We embrace the inherently messy and non-linear nature of the creative process. Through project-based learning, boys solve problems collaboratively, developing unique solutions to open-ended challenges. And our students reap the benefits of the constant technological upgrades and improvements we make to campus resources and facilities.

Fessenden’s 21^st century learning approach provides boys with essential skills and learning habits. Upon completing the Lower School program, young boys know how to think and problem-solve as lifelong, independent learners.