Laurel School

Congratulations to Noa Karr ’28! 🏆

Noa earned second place in the National Scholastic Chess Championship at the 126th U.S. Open Chess Championship in Lansing, Michigan!

While at the tournament, she also had the opportunity to meet Jennifer Shahade, a FIDE Woman Grandmaster: one of the most prestigious titles in chess. Her passion for the game extends far beyond the competition board. For her Laurel Capstone project, Noa is exploring ways to encourage more girls and women to participate in chess, helping make the game more inclusive for future generations.

We’re so proud of Noa and this outstanding achievement! ♟️

Roll out your mat and support student leadership!

Experience "Flow With Us," a Laurel student-organized morning of yoga, wellness, and community connection. Meet esteemed local instructors, browse wellness vendors, and enjoy refreshments, all while supporting For the Flow, the Northeast Ohio-based student-led nonprofit founded by Laurel alumna Natalia Navarro ’25 that works to end period poverty by increasing access to menstrual products in our community.

📅 Sunday, August 16
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 Laurel's Butler Campus
🧘 All levels welcome (ages 10+)

Bring your yoga mat, towel, and water bottle, and join us for a morning that gives back. When you register, donate to help support For the Flow's mission of ensuring that menstrual products are accessible to those who need them most.

Register today 👉 bit.ly/4xCdKV2

Get ready for the school year at the LSPA Used Uniform & Spiritwear Sale! 🐊

Join us Saturday, August 15, from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room at the Lyman Campus to shop gently used uniforms and stock up on Laurel spiritwear at Gator Lane.

Have uniforms or Butler outdoor gear to donate? Drop off clean, gently used items at the Lyman Campus front desk in a bag labeled "Used Uniform Sale."

The dog days of summer are no match for our Laurel girls ☀️🌊

We want to see your Laurel towels and spirit wear in the wild! Tag us, DM or email your summer adventures to [email protected] for a chance to be featured.

Shop your team’s official Laurel gear! 🐊💚

Gear up for the season with apparel for athletes, families, & fans.

⏰ Fall Sports Team Stores close August 14 at noon

🔗 Shop now through the link in our bio

Laurel School is proud to welcome our newest members of the Board of Trustees: Leslie McCormack Gathy ’84, Maia Hunt-Ledford Rucker ’97, and Maria Dikshteyn Strom ’99.

As accomplished leaders and dedicated Laurel alumnae, they bring a wealth of experience, insight, and a deep commitment to our mission. We are grateful for their willingness to serve and look forward to the guidance and perspective they will share as we continue to inspire each girl to fulfill her promise and to better the world.

Please join us in welcoming Leslie, Maia, and Maria to the Laurel Board of Trustees! 💚

Join us for Laurel Summer Shakespeare's production of Twelfth Night on Saturday, August 15 in the courtyard at Laurel's Lyman Campus! 🎭

Directed by Kate Allen '28, this free, 40-minute performance features a talented cast and crew of Laurel Upper School students and alumni bringing one of Shakespeare's most beloved comedies to life.

⏰ When: Saturday, August 15 at 6:00 p.m.
📍 Where: Lyman Campus Courtyard
🌧️ In case of rain, the performance will move to the Chapel.

Don’t miss it: this performance is one-night-only! Bring a friend to enjoy a summer evening and cheer on these incredible performers. See you there!

Laurel School extends its sincere gratitude to our outgoing Board of Trustees members, Mike Conway and Peg Ippolito, for their dedicated service and steadfast commitment to our school.

Through their leadership, generosity, and thoughtful guidance, Mr. Conway and Mrs. Ippolito have helped strengthen our community and advance Laurel's mission to inspire each girl to fulfill her promise and to better the world.

We are deeply grateful for the time, expertise, and care they have shared with Laurel. Their lasting impact will continue to benefit our school and generations of Laurel students to come. Thank you both for your extraordinary service! 💚

🌱 Big impact starts with small actions.

As of the end of June, Laurel School has rescued 4.03 tons of organic material from the landfill, giving it new life as beautiful, nutrient-rich compost! ♻️🌿

From lunch scraps to lasting change, our community is helping reduce waste, enrich the soil, and make a positive impact on the environment, one compost bin at a time.

Here's to growing a greener future together! 💚