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"Warming Up the Wintertime," Shore's annual Winter Concert, featured music from around the world.

Shore's Technology Integration Specialist, Jill Codding, explains the hows and whys of teaching computer coding.

Shore students, teachers, and staff made the most of a day that was dimmer than usual, after strong overnight wind and rain resulted in damage to Shore's three-phase power supply.

Anna Lisa (Falzone) '08 and Porter Grieve '08 travel the world photographing and posting Instagram photos of ethical fashion; they made a side trip to Shore in November to speak with Upper Schoolers about social media and more.

Grandparents, parents, and other special friends and relatives came to campus on November 22 to celebrate Grandfriends Day.

On Grandfriends Day, Head of School Clair Ward reflects on the surprisingly contemporary message hidden in a classic of children's literature.

Shore's annual Thanksgiving Food Drive collected more than 1,300 pounds of food to be donated to the local nonprofit, Beverly Bootstraps.

Upper School Music Teacher Jennifer Boyum's seventh graders explore the roots of American music.

Ninth graders are on a weeklong service learning trip to work with residents in Glendora, Mississippi.

A benefit concert at Shore raised more than $1,400 to aid victims of recent natural disasters in the United States and Latin America.

Eager to avenge its one loss earlier in the season, Shore eagerly anticipated its final contest of the season vs Fay.

Shore arrived at Brookwood and found a perfectly matched opponent. Our JV team displayed many of the skills acquired over the season, and our defense held as strong as ever. Despite some promising opportunities, our offense was unable to net a goal. Still, the flurry of shots in the closing minutes – including a shot square off the post and a well-aimed header – made for a thrilling finish to the season. Our 0-0 tie left us wanting more, which is perhaps fitting for a season’s end.

Shore struggled to shake off the bus legs against a physical team in the Fay School. Talented opposing strikers notched multiple goals quickly. However, Shore showed grit in responding to the challenge in the second half. We tied Fay in those thirty minutes, 1-1!

Shore encountered a spirited and spunky team in Austin Prep, succumbing to a little silliness in the face of the challenge. Our squad applied significant pressure and endured countless “almosts” in striving for the win, which unfortunately eluded us. I personally have never seen more corner kicks in a single span! In the end, Shore could not muster the goals for the tie.

Shore's youngest students in Pre-K 1 led this year's traditional procession around the Oval.

Varsity field hockey was excited to play under the lights at Fay School. While Shore came up short by a score of 4-1, it was hard fought game full of highlights from talented players on both teams.

Ninth graders staged funny, heartfelt, and thought-provoking solo performances in their first major appearance of the year.

Students in several grades explore the concept of community on Shore's campus and beyond.

Despite the score, Shore played some of its best soccer today against a bigger opponent in Fessenden. Our defense deserves praise for its toughness, and both goalies made several stunning saves. In addition, players connected give-and-go passes with aplomb. Their coach was most impressed by the grit Shore displayed up to the last whistle. We will rise again!

Shore's annual Rummage Sale, a parent-led volunteer effort, benefits countless families through donations of clothing and other goods to local service organizations.

Shore shook off the bus legs quickly in our away game against Fenn today, equalizing goals in the first half. Despite spirited play on both sides of the ball, Shore gave up one too many and left the match on the losing end. However, the team hit other targets such as successful through-balls and good low, hard shots. A hard-fought game!

Shore's Middle School Open House is November 8, 2017, beginning at 6:00 p.m.

Families enjoyed sunny skies and warm temperatures for the inaugural Shore Harvest Festival on October 14, 2017.

Writer and television producer Lisa Fenn will speak at Shore on November 15 about her award-winning book, which tells the story of her adoption of two disabled young wrestlers.

On Friday, the varsity field hockey team faced a challenging team from Winsor School.

Shore displayed significant prowess on the pitch Wednesday in our win over cross-town rivals Brookwood. Though we did have to weather a few scary moments, including a free kick glancing the cross-bar, the JV Soccer team out-possessed and outscored the opponent in fine fashion. In fact, we distributed the ball to various corners of the field with success, which is a key aim of any talented team. What is more, our goals were scored with firm, low shots, and our defense held the opposition scoreless. What more could a coach want?

After succumbing to a 4-1 deficit against a scrappy and talented opponent Thursday at Glen Urquhart, Shore hustled to notch two goals and make it a nail-biter of a finish. Shore displayed several moments of brilliance throughout the game and deserves to feel proud of the effort. Nevertheless, our boys got their first taste of a stinging defeat, leaving a hunger for payback when we meet again near the end of the season.

Grace Lin, the award-winning author/illustrator of 'The Ugly Vegetables' and 'Where the Mountain Meets the Moon,' spoke with students about her books and her Asian American heritage.

Shore travelled to Brookwood for its second game of the season on Wednesday. They came out on top with a 4-1 win on the strength of a solid back four that kept the Brookwood attack at bay. Logan opened the scoring after 15 minutes, slotting home a cross with ease. Brookwood leveled the score only a few minutes later on the individual skill of a fabulous free kick. Shore bounced back after Brookwood's goal when Alex O. won a battle for the ball in the penalty box and used his left foot to record his second goal of the season.

The Beavers put their foot on the gas in the first 6 minutes of the second half when some fantastic defending led to Spencer slipping Alex O. into space. Alex did the rest, driving a shot past the keeper. The scoring was capped off with a lovely corner kick from Hughie. Will C. met the ball at the front post redirecting it to John F. who did the rest.

After two games, Shore has yet to allow a goal from the run of play. Props to Kealan, Sam B., Charlie F., John F., Alex S., Mason G., and Linden A. who have done yeoman's work. Walker and Wells have been fabulous in protecting the back four in their role as defensive center midfielders.

The Beavers will be at home on Friday to battle a traditionally talented and pesky Pike team.

The varsity field hockey team played a talented Milton team on Wednesday.

Across the curriculum, Shore's elementary and middle school teachers are replacing the idea of "community service" with the more expansive concept of "service learning."

Through a series of events both formal and impromptu, students, parents, and faculty celebrated the opening of a new outdoor classroom on Shore's campus.

Shore JV Soccer displayed talent and heart in their tie with worthy opponents from the Fenn school today. Under a strong sun, our players remained stalwart in the face of an early goal against, and we rebounded quickly to equalize the score. Thrilling play characterized the whole match, but the last five minutes rival any bout heretofore seen. In the closing moments, consecutive headers struck the cross bar, alas, falling harmlessly behind the net. The ultimate minute saw a string of passes result in the ball in the back of the net, only to be called back for a close off sides! Big kudos to our solid defense and goaltending for maintaining the tie, and huge thanks to Surrogate Coach Clark for stepping in for Papa Ahern. Until next week…

Raising a total of $28,000 with his team, Logan Fairbrother was named "Buzzee of the Year" in Massachusetts charity One Mission's "Buzz Off" to benefit children with cancer.

The Boys JV Soccer Team earned its first interscholastic minutes of the season in a hard-fought battle against Tower. Our opponents, on the other hand, arrived with three games already under their belt, exhibiting prowess which was revealed in their deft finishing touch. Tower dominated play in the first third of the game, but once Shore found its feet, we asserted steady pressure for the rest of the game, netting two impressive goals and narrowly missing countless other opportunities. We will march on with more experience and more hunger in our next match!

Shore's varsity field hockey team earned a convincing win in its first game of the season.

Shore's Head of School finds lessons in the story of the 13-year-old girl who became Mongolia's first female eagle huntress to compete in the region's Golden Eagle Festival.

On a trip in Ireland, Shore's Dean of Students finds meaning in the Seamus Heaney poem, "Digging."

A delegation of two dozen Chinese education leaders visited Shore in their search for best practices at a select group of Massachusetts schools.

Ava D'Ambrosio appealed to Smart to turn his foundation's attention to the Floating Hospital for Children, where D'Ambrosio was once a patient.

Anna Lisa Falzone and Porter Grieve launched their online 'RecessCity' travel blog and Instagram business just after marrying in August 2017.

Shakeel Rahman Miah, the imam of the Islamic Center of Burlington, met with Shore sixth graders this spring.

Fifth graders kicked off their year in the iLab with a team-building challenge to design rubber-band ball mazes.

A throng of students, parents, teachers, and staff members turned out on September 6 to join new Head of School Clair Ward in celebrating the start of the 2017-2018 school year.

On Opening Day, the Head of School reflects on the intertwining of innovation and tradition at Shore.

Lower School teachers prepare for the start of school in a four-day professional development workshop.

Lower School teachers Anne Babcock and Mary Kinahan are exploring historic sites in Italy.

Heartfelt speeches, songs, photos, and memorabilia at 'Griffin's Grand Slam' paid tribute to Larry Griffin's 30 years as Head of School.

During Shore's 80th Closing Exercises, Head of School Larry Griffin presided over the final graduation ceremony of his career.

Shore's last day of school was filled with celebrations, sing-alongs, Field Day games, and time to be with friends before summer begins.

Gabe Driscoll '17 reflects on the unique spark and sense of community that permeate the Shore experience, especially as a ninth grader.

Historic Appleton Farms is now home to one of the Little Free Libraries designed and built by Shore first graders.

Track athletes brought home numerous awards for Shore in statewide middle school competition.

Shore's Head of School shares words of wisdom with Upper School students.

Boston magician Robert Clarke helped celebrate The Shore Fund's banner year.

Shore's secondary school acceptance rate remained strong for 2017, with graduates among the most coveted in the area despite increasing competition.

Shore broke open a close game against the Fessy B squad. Great job all around and congratulations boys on a fine season.

The Shore community will come together on campus to celebrate Head of School Larry Griffin's 30-year tenure. All past and present members of the extended Shore family are invited.

In perhaps the fasted goal in Shore history (3 seconds), the boys combined with the IM lads, marching to a 8-5 victory.

The annual Upper School Spring Art Show and Concert shined a bright light on creativity at Shore.

The JV girls lacrosse team ended the week on a positive note with a convincing win over Lexington Christian Academy.

It did not end well for the Shore lax boys. With leads of 5-1 and 10-8 late in the 4th, Berwick came storming back to take the spoils.

Shore jumped out to an early lead and never gave it back. Brookwood rallied late but it was not enough as the boys built too much of a lead. Good effort everyone!

The JV girls lacrosse team traveled to Nobles & Greenough School for a game on their impressive campus.

For their final Advanced Theater Arts production, ninth graders staged a serious drama focused on religion, prejudice, and bullying.

Popular Summer Shore programs still have space - register by June 1 to ensure a spot.

A depleted Shore squad could not keep up with a good Fay team. 

Julian Morris and his band, Layperson, presented a mini-concert and talked music, school, and life with Shore's Upper Schoolers.

Great job from a mixed Varsity and IM team. IM players saw a lot of action supported by a mature Varsity group. Well done boys!

A weeklong dance residency with Boston's Urbanity Dance concluded with a performance in the Trustey Family Theatre.

A concert and schoolwide art show highlighted the talent of students in Pre-K through Grade 5.

In June, Shore will host a professional development workshop for experienced math teachers led by Singaporea Math consultant Dr. Kevin Mahoney.

In a video interview, Shore's Head-elect Clair Ward talks about returning to her roots, honoring the past, and steering the school into the future.

Another strong showing by the boys in Blue. Austin put up a stern challenge in the opening quarter before some quality ball movement open up the play. Great job boys!

The girls JV lacrosse team enjoyed a sunny day on the field with a strong showing vs Brookwood. Olivia T celebrated her birthday by scoring the first goal of the game! GG added 3 while Paulina, Ryan, Hope, Devon, and Lexie scored as well. Strong defense by Ally, Sarah, Emily, and Ceci helped to seal the win. It was a nice win for the team!

Shore families joined the United Way to create life-sized literacy games for local child care centers.

The Shore boys continue to roll with another solid performance. Landmark was a strong and physical opponent who challenged the teamwith their spirited play. 

Boys Varsity Lacrosse was off to a quick start, going ahead 9-2 in the 1st period against Brookwood. Teams settled into more deliberate play as Shore held onto their lead. Lots of playing time for everyone and the game also was the debut game for Teddy as a goalie. Congratulations boys!

On Tuesday, April 18, the varsity softball team got their season off to a fine start with a victory over Pike School. As the visiting team, we came to bat first and scored two runs in the top of the first. Over the next three innings, we were able to build on this lead with some timely hitting, opportunistic baserunning, and steady pitching by Ainsley and Julia. Bella E cracked a resounding ground rule double, and Erynn and Kiara combined for the game's fielding highlight. Kudos also to Bella T for her fine work behind the plate.

Girls JV Lacrosse had their first away game of the season at Pike.

Shore's new Pre-K 1 program and indoor/outdoor learning spaces are inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy of early education.

Every April during National School Library Week, Shore's Book Fair gives students, parents, and teachers occasion to celebrate our library and librarians.

Shore is the recipient of a $1 million gift from The Van Otterloo Family Foundation in honor of longtime Head Larry Griffin.

Sarah Kennedy used Google's online mapping platform to visualize U.S. and Russian presence amidst current conflicts across the Middle East.

Ninth graders on their weeklong trip to California use Google's MyMaps to document their experiences.

The first published works of the late American writer Elizabeth Bishop's illustrious career can be traced back to a single year in Shore's early history.

The winter musical production of 'Bye Bye Birdie' was a singing, dancing throwback to a unique moment in American popular culture.

For much of their school year, second graders explore in depth the concept of community, collaborating in novel ways to understand one of Shore's core values.

Jeantine Lunshof came to Shore as a followup to Grade 9's visit to the renowned Church Lab of Harvard Medical School.

Shore's Tech Team has advice and tips to help parents and children navigate safe, respectful, and appropriate technology use at home.

On February 10, five high school and college groups joined Shore students in an annual celebration of song.

We arrived to Brandeis to find not only Meadowbrook but also Nobles ready to play!  While it required some mathmatical figuring, we managed to have all players square off in one - if not two, matches! Shore walked away with a few wins, and players got to engage in more than one level of competition.  Overall, while not everyone was ecstatic with his or her outcome, our squad left smiling from the confidence-building experience.

On February 1, more than 200 people joined Essex County Community Foundation for an engaging seminar with the author of The Opposite of Spoiled.

Grade 9 students in a yearlong theater workshop presented a classic one-act farce from the Vaudeville era.

Shore encountered an experienced and polished squash team in Fay today. Our players battled hard, winning gritty points, but the result went to Fay. Each opponent displayed control and power, traits our players can adopt for their next match. In the end, Shore should be proud of the hustle, determination, and sportsmanship it displayed. 

During the weeklong Great Kindness Challenge, Shore students made their school an even kinder place than usual.

The challenge of creating a work of historical fiction inspired fifth graders to dig deeply into American history between 1607 and 1775.

Shore sixth-graders wrapped up a lengthy study of birds by displaying their detailed renderings of many North Shore migratory species.

Children's author Elizabeth Lorayne introduced Shore's budding Pre-K authors—including her daughter—to the newest installment of her 'Piratess Tilly' series.

Netflix's new reboot of a groundbreaking sitcom is the latest in a string of television and movie appearances for Shore alumnus Todd Grinnell.

Caroline Guenther is among the young professionals singled out by the magazine in its annual ranking.

Families with children ages 3-7 are invited to Shore's first 'Saturday Studio' event of the year, on January 7.