IDEAS in Upper School
At Providence Day, innovation is more than a buzzword – it’s a mindset woven into every classroom and subject. Through our IDEAS model (Innovation, Design, Entrepreneurship, Analytics, and Sustainability), students learn to think creatively, collaborate across disciplines, and turn bold ideas into real-world impact.
IDEAS at PD is supported by the Moritz Department for Innovative and Entrepreneurial Learning.
Innovation Experiences
Cultivating Creativity and Entrepreneurship
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IDEASxChange Upcoming Events
8th Grade Class Meeting
Date/Time: February 2, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.
Location: Fine Arts Theater
Date/Time: February 2, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.
Location: Fine Arts Theater
Partners/Community Collaborations
We are building an ecosystem of the next innovators and entrepreneurs to power local and international businesses. Check out some of our current partners. Interested in joining us?
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Meet the Team
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Marcus Breitigam
IDEAS Teacher
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Wes Fryer
Middle School and Upper School Computing and Innovation Teacher
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Hana Galijasevic
Computing & Innovation
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Todd Johnson
Middle School and Upper School Maker and Innovation Teacher
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Brian Li
Middle School and Upper School Finance Teacher
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James Reeder
Upper School Computer Science Teacher
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Ryan Welsh
Chief Design Strategist and Lower, Middle, and Upper School Teacher
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Travis White
Middle School and Upper School Engineering and Robotics Teacher
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