Alumni Events

ALUMNI EVENTS

We hope to see as many alumni as possible throughout the year in a variety of locations and at many different events.

Alumni event

Upcoming Events

Stay tuned for information about this year’s local and regional alumni events. We’d love your input as we plan Shipley gatherings across the country — complete this survey to let us know your interests, preferred cities, and types of events you’d enjoy!

Shipley On Tour: Philadelphia - September 29
for alumni & parents of alumni

Tuesday, September 29, 2026
6:30 - 8:30 PM
Triple Crown (595 E Lancaster Ave, St Davids, PA 19087)

Alumni, honorary alumni, and parents of alumni are invited to join Head of School Ian Craig for a private reception on Tuesday evening, September 29 at Triple Crown in Radnor. Spend an evening reconnecting with fellow Shipley alumni, honorary alumni, and parents of alumni as the 2026-2027 school year gets underway, enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, and hear what’s new at Shipley.

Register Online by September 18

 

Super Saturday Alumni Tailgate - October 3

Saturday, October 3, 2026
2:00 - 4:00 PM
Head of School House, Upper Campus

Join the Alumni Office on October 3 for Shipley's Super Saturday Alumni Tailgate Reception at the Head of School House from 2:00 to 4:00 PM! All Alumni, Honorary Alumni, Distinguished Former Colleagues, and their families and guests are welcome to enjoy tailgate snacks and refreshments.

Register Online & See Who's Coming


Prior to the reception, come out to the fields to cheer on the varsity field hockey team and help us honor former head coach and honorary alumna Katie Whelan at halftime. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
 

Shipley On Tour: New York City - October 14

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
6:30 - 8:30 PM
Albert's Bar (140 E 41st Street, New York, NY 10017)

Head of School Ian Craig and The Shipley School Alumni Office invite alumni and their guests to a reception at Albert’s Bar on Wednesday, October 14! Spend the evening reconnecting with fellow Shipley alumni, enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, and hear what's new at Shipley.

Register Online by October 7
 

Shipley On Tour: Washington, DC - November 18

Wednesday, November 18, 2026
6:00 - 8:00 PM
The Smith (901 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20004)

Head of School Ian Craig and The Shipley School Alumni Office invite you and your guest to a reception at The Smith on Wednesday, November 18! Spend the evening reconnecting with fellow Shipley alumni, enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, and hear what's new at Shipley.

Register Online by November 11

 

If you have suggestions for alumni programs and events, or would be interested in helping to plan or host an event in the future, please email alumni@shipleyschool.org.
 

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