Student life
Explore student activities, programs, traditions, and everyday life at Thompson School for Girls.
At Thompson School for Girls, students grow in a safe, supportive environment that blends high expectations with strong values. With a focus on leadership, life skills, and personal responsibility, the school helps girls develop confidence, character, and a sense of purpose. From service projects to out-of-state field trips, every experience is designed to help students thrive as well-rounded young women.
Specialized Learning Environments
Students learn and grow in spaces designed to support both academic and personal development:
- Cafeteria
- Gym (in partnership with Tri-C)
- Multipurpose Room
- Science Lab
- Swimming (in partnership with Tri-C)
Positive School Culture Program
The school uses a behavior management and mediation system to support accountability and encourage positive decision-making. The structured environment reinforces respectful conduct and helps students build strong habits for success in school and life.
Uniform Policy
Thompson School for Girls maintains a “Dress for Success” uniform policy. Uniform items for Grades K–12 can be obtained through School Bells.
Field Trips & Learning Excursions
Field trips and travel experiences allow students to explore the world beyond the classroom:
- All Grades: COSI, Hersheypark (reward for top five scholars in each grade), Niagara Falls, Otherworld Columbus, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Skate Field Trip
- Grade 8: Annual end-of-the-year trip
- Service Learning: Cleveland Food Bank
Student Activities & School Traditions
Events and traditions help students celebrate milestones and connect with their school community:
- Community Service Projects (Cleveland Food Bank, Project Warm)
- Glenville Homecoming (Grades 9–12)
- Introduction to Society Ceremony (Grade 10)
- Pep Rallies
- Spirit Weeks
- Trunk or Treat
Clubs
Students build academic skills and peer connections through extracurricular clubs:
- Dillons’ Diamonds Math & Science Competitions
- Chess
- Arts & Crafts
- Cheer & Dance
- Board Games
- Book Club
- SEL
- Cosmetology
- Entrepreneurship
- Choir
Sports
All sports are free to participate in, with eligibility based on home district qualification:
Middle & High School Sports:
- Basketball
- Cheerleading
- Cross Country
- Track & Field
- Volleyball