Student Leadership at Clapham
Jesus called them together and said, “You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be your slave—just as the Son […]
Senior Theses 2026
This week, our seniors Josie, Taline, Tia, Phoebe, Jack, and Anna all successfully defended their Senior Theses! The capstone of Clapham’s rhetoric program, the Senior Thesis takes over a year to research, compose, prepare, and defend. Read more about the Senior Thesis: What it is, and Why Does it Matter? Read more about Josie, Taline, […]
Composition at Clapham School
In this episode of the Clapham Podcast, Kelsey Peterson walks us through some exciting curricular updates to composition at Clapham School. We also dig into the value of writing in the age of AI, and learn more about the exciting projects that Clapham students will get to engage in as we continue to honor our […]
Senior Thesis Preview: Phoebe Johnsen, Jack Sanders, and Anna Schuessler
Clapham School Seniors Phoebe Johnsen, Jack Sanders, and Anna Schuessler will defend their thesis projects on Wednesday, May 20 from 12:15-2:35pm. Below are interviews with each Senior about their thesis topic, writing process, and plans for after graduation. Phoebe Johnsen What are you arguing in your Senior Thesis? In my thesis, I am arguing against […]
Senior Thesis Preview: Josie Etzel, Taline Labib, and Tia Labib
Clapham School Seniors Josie Etzel, Taline Labib, and Tia Labib will defend their thesis projects on Tuesday, May 19 from 12:15-2:35pm. Below are interviews with each Senior about their thesis topic, writing process, and plans for after graduation. Josie Etzel What are you arguing in your Senior Thesis? I’m arguing in favor of women’s ordination […]
The Senior Thesis: What is it, and Why Does it Matter?
You may have two questions about Clapham School’s Senior Thesis, the capstone of our students’ education: What is it, exactly? And why does it matter? First, what is the Senior Thesis at Clapham? After years of soaking in rich texts and training in logic and rhetoric, our seniors emerge with questions—good questions. And they have some compelling ideas for how to […]
How to Think About Tuition for a Clapham Education
If you’re a parent considering private education for your children–or if you have already made that decision–you are likely driven by a desire to provide your kids with the best educational journey your family can achieve. Though you are concerned about the future employability of your kids, you are even more invested in the kinds […]
2026 House Banquet & Student Affirmations
In this episode of the Clapham podcast, we get a glimpse into the annual spring House Banquet for our Secondary School (6th–12th grade) students. At the banquet, each House Dean takes a moment to honor a student in their house who represents the values of the house and demonstrates exceptional qualities of character. Tune in […]
Upper School Masquerade Ball
In which they trip the light fantastic