Newsfeed
If you hear a chorus of high school students chanting “RiZ!” echoing through the halls of the TGR Learning Lab, you might think you’ve stumbled into a concert before the headliner takes the stage. In a way, you have. Except the artist they’re waiting for is also their teacher. Just before class begins in the[…]
This spring, our students didn’t just learn. They explored, created, competed, questioned and dreamed bigger than ever before. For our youngest learners, curiosity led the way. Third-grade students had an opportunity to video call an astronaut, asking questions about life in space and learning that STEM careers are possible for them too. Fourth graders transformed[…]
This month, the Smilow Woodland TGR Learning Lab Philadelphia celebrated the achievements of graduating seniors during Senior Recognition Night, an evening dedicated to honoring the hard work, growth and accomplishments of the Class of 2026. As the first graduating class since the TGR Learning Lab opened its doors, the Class of 2026 holds a special[…]
Ahead of the 108th PGA Championship, members of the TGR Learning Lab Philadelphia participated in a Career Exploration Day at Aronimink Golf Club. Students were welcomed to the Club and participated in a series of interactive sessions led by industry professionals who shared insights into their career journeys and experiences within the golf industry. The[…]
- Career-connected Learning, TGR Learning Lab Philadelphia, Tiger Robotics
Members from the Smilow Woodland TGR Learning Lab in Philadelphia are preparing to showcase their work on a global stage. In its inaugural season, the Tiger Robotics team (Team 10979) has qualified for the FIRST® Robotics Competition World Championship in Houston, TX. This milestone places our members among the top high school robotics teams around[…]
At the Smilow Woodland TGR Learning Lab, volunteers play a vital role in creating meaningful, hands-on learning experiences for students. Every day, students walk through our doors ready to explore new ideas, build skills and discover what’s possible for their future, and volunteers help make those moments happen. April is National Volunteer Month, but at the Lab, there are opportunities to get[…]
Every junior at my school looks forward to January. This year, it wasn’t because the Eagles were Super Bowl–bound, but because we were preparing to trade classrooms, tests and homework for office chairs and boardrooms through our internships. When the deadline arrived to submit our work site choices, my decision felt easy. I wanted something[…]