Welcome
Friends of High School Park
A non-profit volunteer organization whose mission is to create, manage, and preserve a viable 11+ acre native ecosystem within Cheltenham Township’s High School Park for the enjoyment and education of the community.

Wander through the winding upper meadow paths, and discover the demonstration gardens, a working rain garden, and a raised walkway and bird observation deck. Then, meander through the middle woodland area and down onto the stream banks of the Tookany Creek.

Our Gardens
Native Plants & Pollinators

Our Gardens
Native Plants & Pollinators
We concentrate on plants that have evolved here, they are well-adapted to our climate and are generally easy to care for once they are established. Many native perennials like less fertile soil and require the addition of little or no fertilizer.
Info & Events
Current & Upcoming
Great Backyard Bird Count!
Join local birders in High School Park on Sunday, February 19th from 9:00am - 10:30am. No experience necessary! Just come walk around the Park with us and help us observe the avian life of the Park. Bring binoculars, if you have them, and dress for the weather!
Welcome New Board Members!
The board of Friends of High School Park is delighted to welcome new members Michael Landis, Tammra Banner, Keith Snodgrass, and Ava Adames. We are grateful to community members who volunteer to help shepherd our organization from year to year. We also want to thank...
MLK Day of Service Sunday, January 15th 1-3pm
Volunteering starts early this year with the MLK Day of Service on Sunday, January 11th from 1-3pm. Bring your favorite clippers and gloves and let's get started with clearing the invasive weeds in preparation for our new renovation project on the side of the meadow!...
Our History
Founded in 1995 on the grounds of the Cheltenham High School plex.
Rebuilding & Development
Maintaining the Park
In 2007, at FHSP’s request, Cheltenham Township received a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. This enabled us to commission a detailed restoration plan for High School Park. High School Park is also built and maintained with input from FHSP volunteers, township personnel, business owners and other residents.
We’re a work in progress and you can help!


Riparian Zone

Entrances

Signage & Lighting
Culture
Arts in Our Park

Annual Festival
Arts in the Park is a one-day arts festival sponsored by Friends of High School Park, and held at High School Park in the heart of Elkins Park, PA .
Join us in a natural “theater” for our outdoor music series, summertime artist installations, and annual arts festival


