Glenn Hall
Glenn Hall provides a home away from home for Girls School boarding students. The dorm is staffed by caring and supportive houseparents and resident assistants who provide a safe environment where friendships deepen and community thrives. Whether it’s celebrating birthdays, decorating for holidays, or just talking late into the night, life in Glenn Hall captures the heart of the ANC experience—faith, friendship, and the joy of growing together!
Glenn Hall Video Tour
Visit Us!
We welcome any potential Girls School boarding students to come for an academic shadow day, take a campus tour with family, and spend the night in Glenn Hall to get a taste of dorm life!
A shadow day and dorm overnight can be set up through the admissions department by contacting Sacha Wade at admissions@ancss.org or 267-502-4855.
You can also begin the process by filling out an inquiry form.
Typical Weekday in the Dorm
- 7:50 am - 1:51 pm | School
- 1:55 pm - 3:03 pm | Sixth Period (Choral Music/ Instrumental/ PE)
- 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm | Sport Practices or free time
- 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm | Dinner in the Dining Hall for residents on the meal plan
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Quiet hours for studying
- 10:00 pm | Curfew (Vespers are held at 10:00 pm on Wednesday evenings)
- 10:30 pm | Good nights
Weekend Activities
In addition to school sponsored social events, dorm residents have the opportunity to attend various day trips with the dorm staff throughout the school year.
Examples of previous outings include:
- Philadelphia Zoo
- Peddler's Village Christmas Trip
- Horsham Farmer's Market
- Shopping trips to the Willow Grove Mall
- Apple Picking
- Elmwood Park Zoo
- Beach
Residents also enjoy various activities in the dorm including:
- Movie nights
- Making s'mores over the fire pit in the backyard
- Crafting
- Just Dance
- Karaoke
- Puzzles in the lounge
Houseparents and resident assistants also ensure that a weekly grocery store trip occurs on the weekends.
Deka (Girls Dorm Social Club)
Residents in the girls dorm have the opportunity to join the Deka. The social club hosts school wide social events, along with club only events. Some of the highlights include the gym jam, club banquets, telegrams, and the annual trick-or-treat event for the Bryn Athyn Community.
Sunday Church Offerings
Residents are invited to attend any of the various Church offerings in the Bryn Athyn Community.
Weekly Offerings:
- Family Service | Bryn Athyn Cathedral | 9:30 AM
- Informal Family Service | Bryn Athyn Cathedral Undercroft | 10:15 AM
- NewChurch Live | Mitchell Performing Arts Center | 10:30 AM
- Adult Service | Bryn Athyn Cathedral | 11:00 AM
Monthly Offerings:
Community Worship Service | Bryn Athyn Cathedral | 10:00 AM
This service occurs once per month and is an opportunity for the entire community to come together for worship.
2026-27 Boarding Fees
To make living on campus more financially flexible, ANC has adopted an a la carte fee structure where families can choose what works best for them. Please note that financial aid cannot cover room fees and meal plans.
Room Fee: $4,700
This fee includes a double occupancy room for the entire school year, utilities, and 24/7 supervision by houseparents and resident assistants. You may request a single room for an additional $1,500.
Lunch Fee: $1,945 per year (Mon-Fri only)
Dinner Fee: $2,590 per year (7 days per week) or $1,630 per year (4 days per week: Sun-Thu)
Brunch can be purchased on the weekends at $10.50 per day.
Provided by SAGE Dining Services, lunches and dinners change daily and always include vegetarian and gluten-free options as well as drinks and desserts. In addition, students have access to full dorm kitchens to cook for themselves and are responsible for their own breakfast.
Meet Our Staff
Emily “Lottie” Klippenstein - Head Houseparent
Hometown: Huntingdon Valley, PA
Day Job: History teacher at ANC
Fun Fact: I’ve been to over 20 countries
Pets: I have a cat named Gary
Where can I be found at the dorm? Reading a book behind the desk or working on the puzzle in the lounge
Piece of advice for boarding students: High School is ephemeral. Enjoy every moment!
What has been the most rewarding part of being a Houseparent? Working alongside my incredible staff, each bringing their unique strengths to create a positive and joyful environment for our dorm residents.
Holly Adams - Assistant Houseparent
Hometown: Huntingdon Valley, PA
Day Job: Assistant Athletic Director at ANC
Fun Fact: I am a huge Philadelphia Sports Fan
Pets: I have a dog named Piper and a bird named Kiwi
Where can I be found at the dorm? Behind the desk working on grad school homework or working on the puzzle in the lounge
Piece of advice for boarding students: Be open to trying new things, especially new sports!
What has been the most rewarding part of being a Houseparent? All of the fun activities and events with the residents: movie nights, puzzling in the lounge, telegrams, making s'mores, and glow in the dark volleyball!
Lianne Adams - Assistant Houseparent
Hometown: Huntingdon Valley, PA
Day Job: Dog Groomer and Deka Advisor
Fun Fact: I make baked goods for the dorm girls every Friday!
Pets: I have a dog named Wiley, a bird named Shine, and two guinea pigs named Meeps and Tofu.
Where can I be found at the dorm? In the lounge by the fire
Piece of advice for boarding students: Make good choices!
What has been the most rewarding part of being a Houseparent? The opportunity to be a supportive presence for our residents.
Michaela Boyesen - Assistant Houseparent
Hometown: Slatington, PA
Day Job: Math teacher and senior class advisor at ANC
Fun Fact: I lived in Glenn Hall in high school and I was the Deka President!
Pets: No pets for me, but I have lots of plants
Where can I be found at the dorm? Behind the desk grading tests or watching the Eagles Game in the lounge
Piece of advice for boarding students: make an effort to connect with everyone in the dorm
What has been the most rewarding part of being a Houseparent? The relationships you get to make with the residents. It’s rewarding to watch them grow from year to year and it’s always hard to say goodbye at graduation!
Yaicha King - Assistant Houseparent
Hometown: Bryn Athyn, PA
Day Job: Play Costumer, Substitute Teacher, and Deka Advisor
Fun Fact: I’m the Glenn Hall seamstress
Pets: None currently
Where can I be found at the dorm? Crafting at the desk or decorating the lounge for holidays
Piece of advice for boarding students: don’t forget your winter jacket!
What has been the most rewarding part of being a Houseparent? Being a part of the wonderful dorm community
Questions about Dorm Life?
Please contact:
Emily Klippenstein: Head Houseparent Glenn Hall (Girls Dorm)
emily.klippenstein@ancss.org
Keith Gruber: Housing Coordinator, Head Houseparent Stuart Hall (Boys Dorm)
keith.gruber@ancss.org