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Senior Farewell Dance
We ended our year with our Senior Farewell Dance. We held it at TCS this year, instead of on The Spirit of Philadelphia, due to Covid-19. We had many games and activities, a photo booth, and of course dancing. We danced outside on the blacktop. Music was provided by...
Bartram Garden and John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge Field Trip
On June 15, 2021, we had a school-wide field trip. Our first stop was to Bartram’s Garden. The students had a nature walk through the beautiful gardens, and then they had a nature art lesson. Afterwards, we went to the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge which is the...
Fun Day at TCS!
On June 8, 2021, we had a school fun day! Ms. Kohlbrenner was in the dunk tank, and students had a great time trying to dunk her! We had a school-wide water balloon toss, later on. I think most everyone was a little wet by the end!
Gardening at TCS!
We will have a garden this year! Ms. Riggio was able to get seeds with part of a grant. The garden will be behind the school, and consist of raised flower beds with screens, so that the deer and other animals won’t eat our vegetables. The plan is to grow tomatoes,...
Bee Hive at TCS!
We have a bee hive at TCS! Ms. Riggio secured a grant for us to have a beehive on campus. This was supposed to be installed last year, but it couldn’t happen due to Covid-19. The students watch outside from the back of the building while they installed the hive in Mr....
Back to In-Person School
We’re back in school in-person! It’s so wonderful to see the students in person, again! The students were greeted with a Welcome Back sign and decorations. Every teacher made a heart with a positive personality trait for each of his/her students, and decorated their...
TCS’s Annual Golf Outing Covid-19 Style
TCS’s 18th Annual TCS Golf Outing fundraiser, which is normally held in May, was held on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 due to Covid-19. The event was held at the Glen Mills Golf Course in Glen Mills, PA. We needed to make some adjustments to the Golf Outing, of course!...
Summer Reading Information
It's that time again! Summer Reading information below... just click! Summer Reading 2021
TCS Graduation 2021!
On Thursday, June 10, 2021, The Concept School celebrated its graduating class of 2021. Even though masks were still required, our families and school community were able to gather together to honor these students, and be witness to the presentation of their...
Women’s Suffrage
Last Friday, the entire TCS student body and staff travelled to the Brandywine River Museum of Art for their special exhibition "Votes For Women: A Visual History". This inspirational and educational exhibit showcased photographs, memorabilia and clothing from the...
Grants Awarded to TCS!
Parent Denise Glennon (mother of Sophie Haubold) approached Bill and The Board of Directors with an offer to research potential grant opportunities and apply for appropriate ones. We agreed, of course, and Denise began working hard to identify possible funding...
Mural Arts Program Tour
On Jan. 3rd, the entire school went on a guided Mural Arts Philadelphia Mural Arts Program tour. We had a wonderful day viewing gorgeous murals while exploring the city! After our guided bus and walking tour, we all enjoyed lunch at the newly renovated "The Bourse"....