Department Director Dan Ray

Student/Teacher Ratio: 8:1

Average Class Size: 12

Summer Programs: Offered

Full Time Teachers: 89

Number of AP Courses Offered: 17

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 70%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

Learning Support

• Evening Study Assistance
• Learning Center
• Learning Differences Support
• Peer Tutoring
• Study Skills Assistance
• Subject Tutoring
• Technology Center
• Writing Center
• ADD/ADHD Support

English

• Classics
• Creative Writing
• Honors
• Literature
• Playwriting
• Poetry
• Public Speaking
• Composition
• Journalism
• AP English Language
• AP English Literature
• American Literature

History

• Asian History
• Classical History
• European History
• Honors
• Medieval History
• United States History
• World History
• African History
• Art History
• Canadian History
• Latin American History

Foreign Languages

• Chinese-Mandarin
• French
• Latin
• Spanish
• American Sign Language
• English as a Second Language

Religion / Philosophy

• Ethics
• Religious Studies
• The Bible
• World Religions

Humanities / Social Sciences

• Anthropology
• Economics
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Human Geography
• World Issues
• International Relations

Sciences

• Astronomy
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Earth Science
• Ecology
• Epidemiology
• Electronics
• Environmental Science
• Genetics
• Geology
• Health
• Microbiology
• Physical Science
• Physics
• Biochemistry
• Engineering
• Life Science
• Computer Science
• Robotics
• Psychology

Math

Computer Studies

• Computer Applications
• Multimedia
• Computer Programming
• Computer Science
• Web Design
• Robotics
• Graphic Design
• Computer Engineering
• Media Communications
• Digital Media
• Electronics

Music

• Band
• Choral Music
• Composition
• Individual Instructions
• Music Appreciation
• Music History
• Music Theory
• Opera
• Orchestra
• Recording
• Soflege/Ear Training
• Voice
• Music Production

Performing / Visual Arts

• Acting
• Art History
• Ballet
• Ceramics
• Choreography
• Dance
• Debate
• Design
• Directing
• Drama
• Drawing
• Fashion Design
• Fiber Arts
• Film and Video
• Graphic Design
• History of Theater
• Journalism
• Lighting Design
• Modern Design
• Painting
• Photography
• Portfolio
• Pottery
• Publications
• Public Speaking
• Studio Art
• Textiles
• Modern Dance
• Orchestra
• Digital Imaging
• Multimedia

Special Programs

• Community Service
• Independent Study
• Leadership
• Outdoor Education
• Physical Education
• Robotics
• Public Speaking
• Student Council
• Science Research
• Maker Space

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 7

Average Students Per Dorm:

Number of Girls Dorms: 3

Number of Boys Dorms: 4

Dorm Amenities

• Game Room
• Laundry Facilities
• Lounge
• Vending Machines
• Wireless Internet
• Full Kitchen

Other Dorm Amenities

Student Life

SSM offers many clubs, activities, and interscholastic sports in the hope of sparking new interests in our students. Boarding students are required to participate in one (fun) activity per term, but day students are also encouraged to get involved. Take a look at our offerings and try something new this year! 5 K Club (Spring) Badminton (Spring) Civil Discourse & Debate Club (Fall, Winter) Interscholastic Basketball - Boys (Winter) Interscholastic Basketball - Girls (Winter) Interscholastic Golf - Boys & Girls (Spring) Interscholastic Soccer - Boys (Fall) Interscholastic Tennis - Boys (Spring) Interscholastic Volleyball - Girls (Fall) Mathletes (Fall, Winter) Photography Club (Fall) Quiz Bowl (Fall, Winter) Theater (Fall, Winter, Spring) Ultimate Frisbee (Spring) Yearbook (Spring) WEEKEND ACTIVITIES SIGN-UP The school weeks are BUSY! When Friday arrives, it is nice to consider some free time for sleep, laundry, extra studying, and of course, some fun! Each weekend, there are activities planned for students. Outings can be as simple as movies at a local theatre or trips to Wal-Mart to stock up on supplies, to more elaborate excursions such as dinner at a restaurant and museum visit or a play at one of the many beautiful theatres in the Twin Cities. The Mall of America is 45 minutes from campus and is a popular weekend destination for shopping and eating. There are frequent trips to watch the many Minnesota professional sports teams (Timberwolves, Wild, Loons, Vikings, Lynx, and Twins) and lots of opportunities for outdoor recreation like biking, hiking trails, skiing, snowshoeing, fishing, etc. On campus, the Sports Complex is open for working out, three-on-three basketball, volleyball, open skating, soccer, and drone flying, etc. The Lower Hub has space to play foosball, pool, and ping pong, and the Parade Field is a popular spot for students to gather for their favorite yard games like spike ball, volleyball, badminton, frisbee, football, bean bags, etc. And of course, don't forget there are also frequent movies, bonfires, and game nights in the dorms too!

Facilities

• All-Weather Track
• Basketball Court
• Fitness Center
• Indoor Basketball Court
• Technology Center
• Volleyball Court
• Soccer Field
• Tennis Courts
• Hockey Rink
• Dance Studio
• Weight Room
• Athletic Fields
• Outdoor Track
• Turf Fields
• Disc Golf
• Ice Rink

Other Facilities

Clubs & Organizations

• Asian Club
• Community Service
• Debate Club
• Diversity Club
• Dorm Proctors
• Drama Club
• International Club
• Math Club
• Mock Trial
• National Honor Society
• Newspaper
• Peer Tutoring
• Quiz Bowl
• Sexualities Club
• Student Activities
• Student Government
• Student Publications
• Theater Club
• Yearbook
• Yoga Club
• Robotics
• Peer Mediators
• Outdoor Activities

Summary: Shattuck-St. Mary’s School values the importance of the arts in education. We’re committed to offering the best opportunities for students of all skill levels to pursue interests in performing and visual arts, providing a safe and encouraging environment for them to explore and challenge themselves artistically. Students of all talents enjoy courses and activities in music, dance, photography, sculpting, painting, theatre, video production, and more, from the most highly qualified instructors. For serious vocalists and instrumentalists, Shattuck-St. Mary’s offers specialized Centers of Excellence Programs in Pre-Conservatory Music and Vocal Performance. These programs incorporate individualized training from world-class college professors and Master Teachers as part of the student’s school day, along with performance opportunities at various concerts and competitions. While all of our students are required to take one arts elective each year, we find the majority of our students are eager to sing, act, dance, play an instrument, try the pottery wheel, learn to perfect their video skills, and more! Athletics at Shattuck-St. Mary’s (SSM) are internationally known programs for male and female student-athletes in grades 7-12. Our well-established Center of Excellence programs in hockey, soccer, golf, and figure skating combine elite-level training, development, and competition with the demanding academics of a college-prep school. Our goal is to develop great athletes that are also superb students and citizens of integrity. SSM’s unique approach emphasizes the fundamentals of skill development and execution, body conditioning, and tactics for physical and mental development. Our program includes a rigorous full-year schedule, with competition throughout the United States and Canada for all teams. Student-athletes are on the ice, the field, and the course six to seven days a week, and each participates in a year-round strength and conditioning program.

Arts Department Director: Johnnie Walker

Athletics Department Director: Michele Cornish

Arts

• Acting
• Art History
• Ballet
• Ceramics
• Choreography
• Dance
• Debate
• Design
• Directing
• Drama
• Drawing
• Fashion Design
• Fiber Arts
• Film and Video
• Graphic Design
• History of Theater
• Journalism
• Lighting Design
• Modern Design
• Painting
• Photography
• Portfolio
• Pottery
• Publications
• Public Speaking
• Studio Art
• Textiles
• Modern Dance
• Orchestra
• Digital Imaging
• Multimedia

Interscholastic Sports

• Dance
• Figure Skating
• Golf
• Ice Hockey
• Mountain Biking
• Outdoor Education
• Soccer
• Volleyball
• Ice Skating

Recreational Sports

• Basketball
• Camping
• Canoeing
• Dance
• Figure Skating
• Golf
• Hiking
• Ice Hockey
• Mountain Biking
• Outdoor Education
• Soccer
• Volleyball
• Ice Skating
• Zumba
• Yoga
• Fitness
• Outdoor Activities
• Disc Golf
• Backpacking
• Robotics

Summary: Our college preparatory program helps prepare you for the next step and your life beyond the Arch. During students’ junior and senior years, the college counselors work with students, individually and in groups, to move from the general to the specific in the college admissions process. Students are guided in selecting an appropriate range of college choices, completing the admissions process at those schools, and, ultimately, selecting which institution to attend. Students have access to a college admissions library with material from more than 1,500 institutions, computer software programs for test preparation, and financial aid information. The college counselors are available for conferences during Fall and Winter Family Weekends, and for individual appointments. JUNIOR YEAR During Winter Term, students meet with the college counselors to discuss: College options Admissions criteria SAT/ACT scores Sources of information Initial career thoughts During Spring Term, students will be assigned a counselor and will discuss: Preliminary college lists Learning more about targeted schools Summer visit plans SENIOR YEAR The initial emphasis is on narrowing a student’s list of college choices in preparation for the application process itself. Each student’s college counselor oversees the application process. Assistance is also provided in scheduling college visits during Fall Break as well as admission interviews with area representatives. Students also meet with college admission representatives who visit SSM. Class of 2020 College Placement American University (DC) Anahuac Mayab University (Mexico) Bemidji State University (MN) Boston College (MA) Bowling Green State University (OH) Bucknell University (PA) Carleton College (MN) Clark Atlanta University (GA) Coe College (IA) Colgate University (NY) College of St. Scholastica (MN) Drake University (IA) Duke University (NC) Eastman School of Music of the University of Rochester (NY) Elmira College (NY) Emory University (GA) Florida Atlantic University Fordham University (NY) Franklin Pierce University (NH) George Mason University (VA) George Washington University (DC) Georgia Institute of Technology Gonzaga University (WA) High Point University (NC) Indiana University-Bloomington Iowa State University Macalester College (MN) Miami University (OH) Michigan State University Minnesota State University-Mankato Minnesota State University-Moorhead Mount St. Mary’s University (MD) New York Institute of Technology New York University Oberlin College (OH) Pennsylvania State University Presbyterian College (SC) Princeton University Quinnipiac University (CT) Rochester Institute of Technology (NY) Savannah College of Art & Design (GA) School of Visual Arts (NY) Seattle Pacific University (WA) St. Olaf College (MN) Syracuse University (NY) Tufts University (MA) United States Air Force Academy (CO) United States Military Academy (NY) University of California-Irvine University of California-San Diego University of Connecticut University of Denver (CO) University of Maine University of Miami (FL) University of Michigan University of Minnesota-Duluth University of Minnesota-Twin Cities University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill University of North Carolina-Charlotte University of North Dakota University of Northwestern (MN) University of Portland (OR) University of Richmond (VA) University of Rochester (NY) University of South Dakota University of Tampa (FL) University of Texas-Dallas University of Toronto University of Toronto-Mississauga University of Toronto-Scarborough University of Warwick (England) University of Washington University of Wisconsin-Madison University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Xavier University (OH)

College Information

Percentage of graduates who attend college: 98%

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Notable Alumni