Affinity and Discussion Groups

Catlin Gabel offers affinity and discussion groups to students who are in our Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools, as well as families, as a means to strengthen our community.

Affinity groups were created for the social connection and support of their members. They foster a supportive environment where students, families, and employees can connect with others who share similar experiences, challenges, identities, or cultural backgrounds. These groups engage in discussions, activities, and fellowship.

Groups evolve over time as the interests and needs of our community change.

Family Affinity and Discussion Groups

Lower School Affinity Groups

Middle School Student Affinity and Discussion Groups

Any Middle School student may start a group. Groups stop and start as student interests or needs change. Affinity and Discussion Groups that have been active on campus recently include:

AFFINITY GROUPS

Asian (AAPI)
Black/African American
DESI
Female-identifying
Jewish
Hispanic/Latinx
LGBTQIA+
Middle Eastern
Multi-Culti
Neurodiversity
Positive Masculinity

DISCUSSION GROUPS

Famous movements throughout history
Famous figures and objects
History of race, culture, and identity

Upper School Student Affinity and Discussion Groups

Any Upper School student may start a group. Groups stop and start as student interests or needs change. Affinity and Discussion Groups that have been active on campus recently include:

All Queer Environment (AQE)—LGBTQ+ Affinity
Asian American and Pacific Islander Affinity Group (AAPI)
D.R.E.A.M. (Diverse, Resilient, and Essential American Migrants)
Interfaith
Desi Affinity Group
Hispanic/Latinx Affinity Group
Jewish Affinity Group / Jewish Student Union
Middle Eastern Affinity Group
Multi-Culti
S.A.F.E. (Students and Friends for Equality)
TRIBE (The Real Indescribable Black Experience)

Catlin Gabel’s equity and inclusion efforts are rooted in our commitment to belonging for all. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, disability (with reasonable accommodation), sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, or any other legally protected status in admission or employment. Our work engages the full diversity of our community—centering lived experience as essential to learning—while fostering respectful dialogue and inclusion across all groups.