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Portrait of a Graduate
Portrait of a Graduate
At Shipley, we strive for more than academic excellence. We foster students’ personal, social, and intellectual development.
Our vision for Shipley graduates extends far beyond report cards, awards ceremonies, or scoreboards. It encompasses a deep commitment to shaping well-rounded humans who are equipped to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Engages in Deep Critical Investigation
Curiosity is the foundation of lifelong learning. We empower our students to become inquisitive thinkers who can generate meaningful questions and approach problem-solving with a critical mindset.
Makes Interdisciplinary Connections
At Shipley, we encourage students to bridge the gap between disciplines and apply their knowledge to address real-world challenges. Our graduates excel at connecting ideas to create innovative solutions.
Communicates Effectively and Creatively
We nurture effective and creative communicators who can express themselves fluently in diverse forms, tailoring their message for various audiences and purposes (sometimes in multiple languages).
Collaborates Responsibly
Our graduates have developed the ability to collaborate confidently and humbly—within the school community and beyond. They understand the importance of teamwork, compassionate discourse, and respecting different perspectives.
Nurtures Personal Growth and Well-Being (for Themselves & Others)
Shipley students develop essential skills and character traits that support their relationship-building, overall well-being, and personal growth. They recognize that success goes hand-in-hand with emotional intelligence and resilience.
Takes Ownership of Their Learning
We instill a sense of autonomy and independence, encouraging students to take pride in their learning journey. Learning is an active and personal endeavor for which they bear responsibility, pride, and enjoyment.
Cultivates Empathy and Compassion
Shipley graduates respect the perspectives and feelings of others, allowing them to navigate conflict productively. A compassionate outlook is crucial for creating a more inclusive and connected world.
Beyond academics, arts, and athletics, we focus on the personal and social development of our students. Our Social Emotional and Ethical Development (SEED) courses provide a structured foundation for growth, and these concepts and skills are reaffirmed in advisory, homeroom, and assembly settings. Moreover, they are practiced and reinforced in our classrooms, labs, fields, courts, studios, stages, and every facet of life at Shipley.
At Shipley, we are dedicated to preparing our graduates for the academic challenges of today AND for the complex and interconnected world of tomorrow. At Shipley, your child will become a confident, compassionate, and capable global citizen. Together, we'll help them be and become their best self and leave our hallways ready to make a positive impact on the world.
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.
