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The Workshop School
We envision graduates who value learning, growth, and building community; and know how to shape their lives and our world
As a part of the School District of Philadelphia's Innovation Network, The Workshop School is a project-based high school serving grades 9-12. Our curriculum is centered around real-world contexts and career pathways, with the goal of equipping students with the skills and knowledge to pursue authentic careers and lives upon graduation.
The Student Experience
In The Classroom
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Students work closely with their advisors and fellow classmates as they spend half of their day working on projects
Projects
Whether it's designing a prototype for a new product or creating a social media campaign, our students are encouraged to take risks, experiment with new ideas, and learn from failure.
The Student Experience
In the World
Internships
Opportunities for students to learn the skills needed to succeed in their respective career fields
Clubs
After-school activities for students to explore their passions
Our Team
Administration
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Principal
Ayanna Walker
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Assistant Principal
Andrew Walker
Teaching Staff
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9th Grade Advisor
Nate Kim
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9th Grade Advisor
Seth Carter
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12th Grade Advisor
Scott Nelsen
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10th Grade Advisor
Hannah Gann
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10th Grade Advisor
Douglas Cox
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English Teacher
Willa Deitch
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Biology Teacher
Dan Shahar
Support
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Teaching Assistant
Shannon Lane
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Real-World Learning Director
Candace Eaton
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Counselor
Jere Tobias
Workshop Learning
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Executive Director
Matthew Riggan
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Director
Simon Hauger