Upper School Student Government Retreat
Shipley’s Upper School student government leaders got a head start on a busy year by attending a retreat on September 5. Serious planning sessions by each committee were interspersed with some fun team-building activities. All-School President Nate Bronstein has promised Shipley “the best year ever.” If student leaders have their way, it’s sure to be a promise well kept. Stay tuned to the News section of the website throughout the year for updates on what student leaders are planning and doing.

Building Muscles, Building Community
Most students and parents know Shipley’s Fitness Trainer, Cindy Auslander, for her ability to whip students into shape. Last year, she decided to whip up some community spirit among Shipley’s adults by organizing a team for the Philadelphia Dragon Boat Festival. With 1 alumnus, 10 current parents, 2 past parents, and 8 faculty members aboard, the Shipley Gators will make their Dragon Boat Race premier on Saturday, October 6. Head on down to the Schuylkill River and cheer on your fellow Shipley community members. Festivities take place all day long. Email Cindy Auslander for more information.

All-School Assembly
The Shipley community held its first All-School Assembly of the year on September 19. With bustling, bright energy, the entire school gathered in Yarnall Gymnasium to celebrate the beginning of the 2007-2008 school year. Performances by some of the School’s musical groups, a welcome from All-School President Nate Bronstein, and one of Shipley’s favorite traditions—the Mighty Oaks and Little Acorns ceremony—made for an especially joyful occasion.