March 19, 2026

Dear Shipley Families,

We are pleased to announce that after Spring Break, two morning bus routes will launch — one from Collegeville/Phoenixville and one from 30th Street Station — provided there is sufficient interest. The mid-year cost for the remainder of the 2025–2026 school year is $500 per student. Each route accommodates up to 8 students on a first-come, first-served basis.

If you are interested in signing up your child or want to learn more, please complete this form. Only one form per family is required.

Thank you,

Ian

TO DO:

Complete the Bussing Interest Form

Learn More about Shipley’s Electronics Recycling Event

RSVP for Blooms Crew Planting

RSVP to a Mahjong Event

Register for Parent Book Club

Host a Table at Culture Fest

Read the March Belonging and Connection Update

SHIPLEY LAPTOP UPDATE

As part of our ongoing evaluation of Shipley’s network security posture and student safety, we will be removing programs such as Roblox and Minecraft from all Shipley-provided laptops. If your child has any digital creations, worlds, or projects stored locally on these platforms, please make sure to migrate them before March 20th.

All installations of Roblox and Minecraft will be deleted from Shipley laptops on March 23rd.

MARCH BELONGING & CONNECTION UPDATE

This month's Belonging and Connection Update highlights upcoming cultural observances, holidays, and heritage celebrations, as well as campus events like the upcoming Purim Celebration, Culture Fest, and Day of NO Silence. This week we recognized Irish culture with a St. Patrick’s Day assembly. There is much to look forward to as we move into spring. Read the March Belonging & Connection Update to learn more.

SHIPLEY ELECTRONICS RECYCLING EVENT

Wednesday, March 25

9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Carriage House (Next to the Middle School)

Join us for the Spring 2026 E-Waste Recycling Collection Event and safely dispose of

unwanted electronics through secure, environmentally responsible recycling.

All electronics will be collected and processed by Sycamore, a trusted local electronics recycling partner specializing in secure data destruction and responsible recycling. Please refer to the attached list of acceptable items, which includes cell phones, computers, laptops, printers, wires and cables, gaming consoles, TVs, monitors, and more. All acceptable items are free.

MAHJONG MEET UP

Mahjong Game for Seasoned Players

Tuesday, March 24, 8:15 – 9:45 a.m.
Beechwood House

Join fellow Shipley community members for upcoming Mahjong gatherings designed for all experience levels! Whether you’re brand new to the game and eager to learn the basics or a seasoned player ready for a bit more strategy and speed, there’s a seat at the table for you. Shipley parent Melissa Peters will lead both sessions, guiding beginners through the fundamentals and helping intermediate and advanced players sharpen their skills. Come ready to learn, play, and enjoy a fun and engaging time together! Reach out to Sara Goldstein at sgoldstein@shipleyschool.org with any questions. 

Kindly RSVP to confirm your attendance. 

PARENT BOOK CLUB

Friday, April 10

8:30 am

LARC  

Join Shipley’s Parent Book Club on Friday, April 10, in the LARC to discuss The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry, by Gabrielle Levin. RSVP here if you would like to attend and if you have any questions, please reach out to Jenn Phiambolis.

BLOOMS CREW SPRING PLANTING

April 8 

8:30 - 10:00 am (Planting) 

You’re invited to join us on Wednesday, April 8, at 8:30 am for Shipley's Blooms Crew Winter Planting! Please fill out this brief form to register for the event and reach out to Sarah Sterling with any questions.

SIGN UP TO HOST A CULTURE FEST TABLE

April 10, 2026

6:00 - 8:00 pm

Avery Silverman Dining Hall, Piltch Commons

Culture Fest returns as a joyful celebration of the many cultures and subcultures that shape our Shipley community and American life, with special recognition of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. Families are encouraged to participate by hosting a table or sharing a tradition that reflects a culture, heritage, or American subculture meaningful to you. Sign up by March 27 to host a table.