catherine jennings

An independent college preparatory day school providing coeducational programs from Preschool through Grade 12. A culturally diverse faculty work in a student/faculty ratio of 1:7 with students who represent all five boroughs of New York City and parts of New Jersey. Packer's abundant technological resources found facilitate collaboration, innovation, expression, understanding, and exploration. A pioneer in laptop education, the school has operated a one-to-one laptop program for students in Grades 5 through 12 for over a decade. MISSION: Grounded in its rich traditions while embracing the future, Packer is a diverse community that balances the importance of scholarship and the intellect with the value of deep, sustained relationships. Guided by dedicated adults, dynamic students are challenged to develop talents, pursue aspirations, and become empathetic, responsible, globally-minded women and men. We educate students to: Think Deeply Speak Confidently Act with Purpose and Heart