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Shipley Extracurriculars - Learning Beyond the Classroom
At Shipley, your experience goes far beyond the classroom. The Upper School offers a wide range of Clubs, Activities, Affinity Groups, and Organizations, giving you plenty of opportunities to explore your interests, connect with others, and grow both personally and academically.
Committees & Organizations: Get Involved and Make an Impact
Whether you're someone who enjoys leadership or simply wants to contribute behind the scenes, there are many ways to get involved and make a difference. Committees like Arts and Athletics work closely with faculty to plan events and share important updates with the student body. Student Government is another great opportunity to gain real-world leadership experience while spearheading initiatives that benefit the entire school. If you're passionate about inclusion, the DEI Student Association focuses on fostering a welcoming and connected community for all students.
Clubs & Activities: Discover What Inspires You
With more than 70 clubs and activities, Shipley has something for everyone. A few of the options include:
- Acorn Coding Club: Collaborate with fellow tech enthusiasts to develop games, apps, and websites.
- Animal Awareness Club: Participate in service projects and fundraisers that help animals in need.
- Breaking Through: Organize events that promote mental health awareness and address important issues like stress and anxiety.
- Business Club: Explore entrepreneurship by brainstorming ideas and interacting with professionals in the field.
- Chess Club: Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, test your strategic skills with others.
- Mock Trial: Step into the role of an attorney or witness and experience real courtroom simulations.
- Anime Club: Share your love for anime in a fun and welcoming environment.
- Vinyl Club: Discover new music, share your favorite records, and engage in conversations about music history.
- DECA & FBLA: Prepare for careers in business through leadership opportunities and competitions.
If you're passionate about the arts, Art Open Studios and The Compass or The Beacon offer literary platforms to express your creativity. Athletes can also showcase their school spirit by joining the Spirit Squad or gain insight into the sports industry through the Sports Business and Media Club.
Affinity Groups & Heritage Clubs: Find Your Community
At Shipley, Affinity Groups and Heritage Clubs provide spaces where you can explore your identity and connect with others. Whether you're looking to celebrate your heritage in the Asian Student Alliance, raise awareness through Morgan’s Message, or find community in the LGBTQIA+ Affinity Group, there are welcoming spaces for everyone.
Shipley provides so many ways to get involved, explore your passions, and take on new challenges. If you're looking for a vibrant community where your interests matter, you’ll find it here!
The Shipley School is a private, coeducational day school for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade students, located in Bryn Mawr, PA. Through our commitment to educational excellence, we develop within each student a love of learning and a desire for compassionate participation in the world.
