Under ordinary circumstances, the college admissions process can be daunting for students and their families. However, as we continue to face the defining global health crisis of our time, this process is continually undergoing significant changes, leaving many wondering where to turn. The Shipley...
Shipley’s college counseling program is as much about self-discovery as it is about choosing a college. Though it may feel daunting at times, the college process is an opportunity for students to explore their interests, strengths, and goals while building skills for doing research and making wise...
Research shows that Social Emotional Learning (SEL) programs like Shipley’s Social, Emotional, Ethical Development (SEED) program can positively impact children’s mental health, social skills, and academic performance. (Taylor, Rebecca D., et al. “Promoting Positive Youth Development Through...
As a mindfulness teacher, the most common question parents ask me is “How can I get my child to do mindfulness?” Believe it or not, the most common reflection students have for me is “How can I get my parents to do mindfulness?” As it turns out, the answer to the first question is in the...
Let me set the stage for you: I’m at home, and I’m going into the other room to talk to my son. I step inside, and he’s on his laptop working on something. He sees me, and then it’s swipe swipe – a completely blank screen. Our conversation is shut down before it’s even started. While the concept of...
In my twenty-five years as Head of School, I have watched seven presidential elections unfold. In more than two decades, no election season has been as tumultuous as in 2016. As November 8 draws closer, the tensions run hotter, and I think of the passionate young Americans who are experiencing...
