A Place to Belong is brought to you by Shady Hill’s Advancement Office, Marketing and Communications Office, and the Alumni Board. Now, more than ever, we are committed to sharing news that reminds us all how vibrant and innovative Shady Hill continues to be, while forever embracing the mission and values you hold so dear. | |
Shady Hill Honors Longstanding Employees | |
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Shady Hill has a new plaque at the Front Desk honoring faculty and staff members who have long tenure with the school. The plaque specifically celebrates employees in tiers based on length of service, with the highest recognition being employees who have worked at the school for 25+ years. Pictured above, from left to right, are Maggie Beasley, Laura Ryan, Betsy Anderson TTC ’86, and Kabir Sen ’92 TTC ’07, who are all in the 25+ year category.
To view the full list of employees recognized, please click here!
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Take a minute to check out our new school video featuring our Head of School Mark Stanek. It shares the history of Shady Hill and looks at the joyful active learning of today's students. We hope you enjoy it!
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A Peek into Classrooms: Grade V | | |
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Grade V students have recently revived an old Shady Hill tradition of designing and knitting their own hats. This program was originated by Judith Austin, a long time studio teacher who started at Shady Hill in 1981. Pictured on the left is Middle School Head Katherine Taketomo '05 TTC '14, holding the knitted hat that she made when she was in Grade V. Learning to knit helps students to learn the values of patience, perseverance, and problem solving. What a wonderful way to rekindle an old Shady Hill tradition! | |
A Peek into Classrooms: Beginners | | |
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Beginners in B-North had their first experience with graphing information: They smelled basil, lavender, rosemary, and an aromatic rose, and then recorded their responses. Graphs allow information to be conveyed visually, making them just as effective for 4-year-old pre-readers as for adults! The class observed how varied their reactions were to the same aromas, supporting the work Beginners do around how we are alike and different. | | |
On August 7, Shady Hill alumni came together for a casual gathering in Woods Hole, hosted by TK Baltimore ’89 and Jay Konopka. Guests represented the Classes of 1947, 1951, 1952, 1955, TTC 1987, and 1989. Grandparents and current and former parents were also in attendance. Thank you to TK and Jay for hosting, and to all who attended this wonderful event. If you are interested in hosting alumni in your area next year, please reach out to alumni@shs.org so that we can help facilitate your efforts! | |
On August 10, more than 130 Shady Hillers gathered at Inkwell Beach on Martha’s Vineyard to celebrate their affinity within the Shady Hill community. New families, current families, young and seasoned alumni, and current and former employees attended the beach day. Alumni artist Ekua Holmes '70 kicked off the day and then others attended her showing at the famed Cousens gallery. The beach day strengthens community and grows representation among Black participants. To celebrate Shady Hill's commitment to diversity over the years, former faculty and DEI directors Sharon Phinney and James Greenwood, and current DEI Director Laniesha Gray all attended. We look forward to this continued tradition! | |
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Alumni: Would you be interested in being Pen Pals with a student in Grade IV at Shady Hill? Sign up below. The program will begin later in the fall, with a frequency of about one letter per month.
Pictured: Anjali Lappin '06 meeting her pen pal, Madison.
| Shady Hill Seeks Substitute Teachers | |
We are looking to expand our pool of substitute teachers. Subs can opt to work just a day or two a week — or more. We need classroom teachers as well as those with specific experience in music, physical education, etc. Retired educators, young alums, or anyone who has experience with kids in a group setting (coaching, camp, etc.), are encouraged to apply.
Click here for more information.
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Shady Hill invites grandparents and special friends to celebrate Grandfriends day!
November 8
8:30-10:45
56 Coolidge Ave
West Entrance
Cambridge, MA 02138
Click here to update Grandfriends Contact Information
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Be sure to mark your calendars for the alumni art show reception. Exhibitors at the show are alumni, current faculty, and past faculty. The reception is a wonderful event for for ALL adults -- please plan to attend.
April 2, 2025
7:00-9:00pm
178 Coolidge Hill
Assembly Hall
Cambridge, MA 02138
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Get Ready for the Shady Hill Fair! | |
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The Shady Hill fair is coming soon: Saturday, October 26 from 10AM-3PM!
Celebrate a day filled with fun! From the Alumni Slush Booth to the Fun House and so much more!
All alumni, TTC alumni and faculty are invited to volunteer at the slush booth. Email Meg Grossman from the Alumni Board for more information or to sign up for a 1/2 hour shift.
Another way to be involved in the Shady Hill fair is through donating a prize to the raffle. Popular prizes include tickets to see local sports games, gift cards to restaurants. Interested in donating a prize? Contact the raffle chairs, Keena Boling and Caitlyn Oates.
Click here for more information about event details and volunteer opportunities.
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To deliver the quality experience Shady Hill is known for, we rely on contributions from our community. Please support the Shady Hill Fund at whatever amount feels right to you by donating today. Gifts of all sizes are all profoundly important. Please, join in at whatever level you can, and know that we will be genuinely grateful! | |
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