Affinity Groups & Clubs
Affinity Groups
Affinity groups foster a supportive environment where students can connect with other students who share similar experiences, challenges, or cultural backgrounds based on shared identities. These affinity groups engage in activities, discussions, and learning opportunities that promote cultural awareness, understanding, and empathy. Our focus is to promote positive identity development and foster a sense of togetherness within the Catlin community.
Clubs
Most clubs are designed for Upper School students, with usually more than 40 clubs to choose from. These clubs are student-initiated and student-run, and because students decide what matters to them, no year is exactly the same.
Upper School students can join clubs that align with their interests, activism, or academic studies. All provide a structure for students to share ideas, practice independence, bond with peers, engage in activities together, and have fun. All clubs also have a faculty or staff advisor to support them throughout the year.
The Middle and Lower Schools have a selection of clubs that students can attend based on their interest during the school day.
Equity & Inclusion
We actively work to create inclusive classrooms and community spaces and we encourage our students to engage in the greater Portland community.
