Student Life
More Than School. It's Your Community.
Student life at Marlborough is vibrant, inclusive, and entirely shaped by the students who live it. Whether you're stepping into a leadership role, joining a club, performing on stage, or cheering in the crowd, there are countless ways to connect, express yourself, and make your mark. This is where lifelong friendships are formed, new passions are discovered, and joy is shared.
Student Leadership
From Student Council to Academic Integrity Council and affinity group leadership, Marlborough girls shape the community they’re part of. Leadership here is hands-on, inclusive, and deeply values-driven.
Clubs & Activities
With over 90 student-led clubs, there’s something for everyone—and the freedom to start something new. Clubs are the perfect way to explore your interests, deepen your passions, and meet new people.
Health & Wellbeing
We prioritize student wellbeing through faculty- and student-led programming, counseling, and opportunities to slow down and reset—because thriving means more than just academic success.
Student Publications
Student-run publications offer a platform for creativity, journalism, and academic inquiry. From our student-run newspaperThe UltraViolet to literary journals, students lead the way.
School Spirit & Traditions
From Spirit Week to Pin Ceremony, Purple Pride Days and Pumpkin Day to Graduation, our traditions are joyful, meaningful, and rooted in community pride. These are the moments students remember most.
Pushing Perspectives Speaker Series
Curated by students, this series brings in speakers who challenge assumptions, share lived experiences, and spark meaningful conversation on the issues students care about most.
Life at Marlborough
- Student Life
During an ASM, The Sundial staff unveils the 2024-2025 yearbook to the Marlborough community.
- Traditions
The Class of 2026 celebrates their Ring Ceremony, a beloved Marlborough tradition dating back to 1933.
- Honors Research
Through their Honors Research in Humanities and Social Sciences Projects, two students examine the different experiences of Korean and Karen immigrants.
- Entrepreneurship & Innovation
- Honors Research
Marlborough celebrates the annual showcase of CEI programming at the Celebration of Innovation.
- Guest Speakers
The Marlborough community promotes environmental awareness and sustainable practices during Earth Week.
- Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Entrepreneur Ashlee Turner mentors students in the The Frank & Eileen Accelerator Program for the Leaders of Tomorrow.
- Clubs
- Guest Speakers
Marlborough hosts Cassidy Nash, President of UCLA’s One Love chapter, to empower students to recognize the signs of healthy versus unhealthy relationships.
- Classroom Spotlight
Marlborough celebrates World Languages Week with food, crafts, dancing, art, and more.
- Traditions
The Class of 2027 unveils their banner during an All-School Meeting.
- Student Government
Introducing Marlborough’s 2025-2026 All-School Council.
- Guest Speakers
Lauren Choi ’16, Teresa Johnson ’85, and Dre Taylor Lindsay ’06 inspire students during Marlborough’s International Women’s Day ASM.
- Equity Leads Education
Black History Month at Marlborough honored Black legacy, resilience, and culture through storytelling, traditions, and conversations that inspire action beyond a single month.
- Guest Speakers
Eating disorder specialist Jesse Carmen speaks with students during Eating Disorder Awareness Week.
- Guest Speakers
Holocaust survivor Elly Rubin tells her story of survival, resilience, and the enduring power of kindness during an ASM.
- Classroom Spotlight
- Guest Speakers
As part of their unit on farm workers, Food Justice students hear from the founding Executive Director of the United Farm Workers Foundation, Diana Tellefson-Torres.
- Guest Speakers
In celebration of Black History Month, Marlborough hosts Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor and Lee Daniels for a compelling ASM.
- Entrepreneurship & Innovation
- Honors Research
80 student presenters share their year-long Honors Research and Capstone Projects with the Marlborough community during TEDxMarlborough.
- Memorable Moment
Students from EAST, SEOUL, and the Chinese Cultural Club hosted a spirited lunchtime celebration full of rich Lunar New Year traditions.
- Classroom Spotlight
Students enrolled in Honors African American Literature celebrate Black History Month with their video series, Portrait of a People.
- Traditions
The Marlborough community celebrates Spirit Week 2025 with tons of creativity, meaningful community service, and a healthy amount of class competition.