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SHELTON’S FACILITIES
Shelton’s facilities provide a safe
environment and inspire academic
success, athletic and artistic dreams and
friendships. A panel of architects and
educational facility experts selected the
Shelton School as an Outstanding Project
in the Fall 2021 Learning by Design
Architectural and Interior Design Awards
of Excellence in the Renovation/Adaptive
Reuse/Restoration category. CaCo
Architecture designed the conversion of
the 30-acre, 330,000-square-foot singlestory 1970s office campus to provide a
“welcoming environment supporting the
school’s pedagogy in a student-centered
and technologically rich setting.”
The campus boasts:
• 125 classrooms
• 12 hands-on science labs
• one robotics lab
• four STEM rooms
• a dedicated teacher training classroom
for adult learners
In addition to the school operations,
Shelton includes an Evaluation Center
(housed nearby the school), offices for
the Speech & Language Center and
offices for the Outreach Training Center.
Dining Hall
The Shelton Dining
Hall is a bustling and
communal space
where students come
together to enjoy
meals and socialize.
Large windows allow
natural light to flood the room, creating a
welcoming atmosphere.
Lower School Library
The Lower School Library is an inviting
area designed to foster a love of reading
and learning in young students.
safe haven for fun and adventure.
Senior Lounge
Shelton’s Senior Lounge is designed to
provide a comfortable and inviting space
for the graduating class. The lounge is
a place where seniors can study, relax
and reflect on their last moments in
the school before embarking on new
adventures.
Shelton’s Athletic Facilities
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Weight Room
The weight room serves as the epicenter
for strength and conditioning training for
students and coaches.
Athletics Wall of Fame
Shelton’s Athletics Wall of Fame is
a gallery that pays homage to the
outstanding achievements and legacies
of past student athletes. The display
serves as a source of inspiration for
current and future athletes.
Football Field
Shelton’s football field is a sprawling
expanse of well-manicured turf,
surrounded by sturdy bleachers that offer
a prime view of the action.
Baseball Field
The baseball field features a carefully
maintained infield with bases and a
pitcher’s mound and a perfectly groomed
outfield.
Fitness Path
A fitness path encircles the school and
provides a place for student athletes and
staff to run and walk.
Gyms
Shelton’s Big Gym is designed to cater
to a wide range of physical activities and
games. A second, smaller gym provides
room for Physical Education classes and
serves as a meeting place.
Upper School and Middle School Library
The Upper and Middle School Library is a
versatile hub of knowledge and learning,
offering a quiet space for focused study
as well as cozy reading nooks.
Playgrounds
Shelton has two playgrounds. One is
outside the Early Childhood and PrePrimary classes. A second is named
in honor of seventh-grader Whit
Emanuelson and is designed for 5- to
12-year-old students. Featuring swings
and age-appropriate equipment, it’s a
Athletic Training Room
The Athletic Training Room is a facility
designed to provide a comprehensive
space for injury prevention, treatment
and rehabilitation.
Moody Fine Arts Center
The Moody Fine Arts Center features
the Black Box Theatre, the Gampper Art
Gallery, a band hall, choir room, scene
shop, labs for digital photography and
music, a broadcast and film studio and
studios for art, ceramics, sculpture and
more. The main theater in the Moody
Fine Arts Center will be completed in the
second phase of construction.
Black Box Theatre
The Black Box Theatre is an intimate
and versatile space designed for the
performing arts.
Art Gallery
The Art Gallery hosts a diverse range
of exhibitions, featuring an array of art
forms, from paintings and sculptures to
photography, digital installations and
mixed media pieces.
Art Rooms
Shelton’s art rooms are bathed in natural
light, providing an inspiring atmosphere
for budding artists.
Dance Studio
The dance studio is a well-lit and
spacious area adorned with full-length
mirrors, a ballet barre and a floor
designed to meet the needs of dancers.
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