The 2025–2026 academic year at The Storm King School begins in just a few short weeks. For our students and faculty, summer is a time to enjoy the “4 Rs” – rest, relaxation, reading, and reflection. For our Facilities Team, however, summer is often the busiest time of year. [...]
The 158th year at The Storm King School is set to be an exciting one, especially when it comes to college placement. Every graduating class continues to raise the bar, with nearly 100% of last year’s seniors attending one of their top choice schools including the University of Pennsylvania, [...]
The Outdoor Adventure Program, one of The Storm King School’s most popular after-school activities, has evolved from a seasonal club into a signature, year-round experience that now includes a formalized, multi-level leadership component. Located in the scenic Hudson Valley with access to Black Rock Forest and nearby hiking destinations [...]
When Emmy Award-winning set designer Rich Murray walked into Mrs. Brown’s Set Design class recently, the energy in the Walter Reade Jr. Theatre instantly shifted. Her students buzzed with excitement as Mr. Murray kicked off a fascinating and entertaining presentation about his career in set design—one that spans theater, [...]
At The Storm King School, summer reading is more than just a seasonal assignment—it’s the first step in a program of reflection, dialogue, and discovery for the upcoming school year. This summer, the theme guiding both students and faculty through their summer reading is Connection. Chosen by Dean of Faculty Tim Gillett and the Summer [...]
Each year, The Storm King School offers students the chance to explore the world through a series of exciting international travel experiences. Blending cultural immersion, academic enrichment, service work, and outdoor adventure, these trips are designed to deepen students’ understanding of global communities while helping them create unforgettable memories. [...]
The spring sports season at The Storm King School ended the year with some big wins, many personal bests, and plenty of Cougar spirit. Across all of the teams, our student athletes showed commitment, skill, and enthusiasm both on and off the field and court. Boys Tennis The boys [...]
Each spring, as the academic year winds down, learning at The Storm King School transforms into something immersive and extraordinary. Q-Term is a time when students break from routine and dive into hands-on experiences that challenge them to explore new ideas, develop real-world skills, and discover new interests and [...]
Alumni returned to the Mountain in record numbers for Reunion 2025, eager to connect with old friends, meet Head of School Lisa Shambaugh, and celebrate shared milestones. From honoring community members to highlighting The Storm King School's exciting future, it was a weekend filled with meaning, memories, and forward [...]
During the exciting week preceding the School's 157th Commencement, known as Senior Week, The Storm King School set aside an evening to celebrate the achievements of our students at the 2025 Spring Academic Awards. To kick off the evening, Head of School Lisa Shambaugh announced a special award recognizing [...]
