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Founded in 1851, SEM is an extraordinary day and boarding school for girls from across Western New York, the United States, and the world. With its understanding of traditional and creative approaches to education in the 21st century, SEM inspires graduates to emerge from their high school experience as leaders, proud to shape society rather than be controlled or defined by it. They live and lead with energy, confidence, honor, and courage.
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SEMSATIONAL Stories
What makes SEM so special? Students, alums, parents and faculty share their stories.
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Traditions and School Life
Both serious and fun traditions are at the core of our school culture.
Live at SEM - Our Boarding Program
SEM’s residential students live together in a beautiful community and neighborhood adjacent to the school.
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Class of 2024 Collegiate Athletes
As the high school Class of 2024 bid farewell to SEM, many student-athletes went to embark on exciting journeys in collegiate athletics. While we had four students sign letters of intent in the Fall and Spring of 2024, we recently learned about even more of our students trying out for (and making) the teams at their Universities. This transition marks not just the continuation of their athletic pursuits but also the beginning of a new chapter filled with growth, competition, and the promise of lifelong friendships forged through shared experiences in sports.
Elle Noecker
Swimming, University of Georgia
Fiona Murphy
Cross Country/Track, American University
Maya Reynolds
Basketball, Regis College
Natalie Dunlap
Sailing, Jacksonville University
Quinn Brinkworth
Rowing, University of Alabama
Shannon Saccomando
Rowing, University of Wisconsin
Abigail Smith
Rowing, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Anna Wehr
Squash, Fordham University