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May 16, 2026
Middle School Journey Concludes with Class of 2030 Final Assembly
Noah Polonski '30 offered remarks on Pope Leo XIV at the Class of 2030 Final Middle School Assembly.
On Monday, May 11, Austin Prep eighth graders celebrated the conclusion of their Middle School Journey with the Class of 2030 Final Middle School Assembly. Head of School, James Hickey, Ph.D. and Head of Middle School Mr. Michael McLaughlin offered remarks, and attendees enjoyed a reflective slideshow. Students reflected on our core values of veritas, unitas, and caritas, and offered prayers and gratitude for teachers and parents to end the ceremony.
View photos from the event, and read the program from the ceremony.
Teacher Appreciation Month Continues with Classroom Naming in Honor of Ms. Brewer
Mrs. Michele Brewer was recognized for her extraordinary dedication to our students, families, and community.
Back in late March, Austin Prep launched a new initiative giving our community a powerful and heartfelt way to honor the extraordinary educators who have shaped our students' lives and made Austin Prep the special place it is. We invited you to celebrate a beloved teacher or coach by making a gift to name a classroom in their honor. This May, as we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Month, we look forward to unveiling classrooms named in honor of treasured faculty and staff members.
After recently recognizing Ms. Celia Barletta, World Languages Faculty, Austin Prep is proud to honor Mrs. Michele Brewer, P'30, '32, Mathematics Faculty, for her extraordinary dedication to our students, families, and community.
Since joining Austin Prep in 2015, Mrs. Brewer has made a lasting impact as a mathematics teacher, Head Coach of Varsity Softball, mentor, and parent. In the classroom, she is known for her patience, encouragement, and unwavering belief in her students, helping them grow in both confidence and character. On the softball field, her leadership has shaped a program defined by resilience, accountability, and success, highlighted by the team’s 2019 MIAA Division 3 State Championship season and continued collegiate achievements of many former players.
In so many ways, Mrs. Brewer's work here has been a living expression of our Augustinian mission. She pursues truth in her classroom, builds unity among her students and colleagues, and offers her care with a consistency that has become one of the quiet hallmarks of her dedication. Through her daily example, she lives out Austin Prep’s Augustinian values of veritas, unitas, and caritas.
We are grateful for all Mrs. Brewer continues to give to Austin Prep and proud to honor her in this special way. Congratulations, Mrs. Brewer – thanks to the generosity of a supportive parent, we are proud to recognize the lasting impact you continue to make at Austin Prep.
To give or learn more about this special giving initiative, contact Georgina D'Cruz, Assistant Director of Development at georgina.dcruz@austinprep.org, (781)-944- 4900 x4955, or support the Teacher Appreciation Initiative here.
Austin Prep Contributes Over $43,000 to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Dr. Hickey with student government leaders at Tuesday's Community Meeting.
At the Community Meeting on Tuesday, May 12, it was announced that Austin Prep raised $43,580 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital during the three Spirit Weeks this academic year. The mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is to advance cures, prevention, research and treatment for pediatric catastrophic diseases, and the Hospital has been the beneficiary of Austin Prep’s charitable efforts in recent years. We appreciate the generosity of our families, and thank St. Jude for their continued efforts in treating the toughest childhood diseases.
Seventh Graders Welcome Guests for Prayer Service and May Mother's Tea
Olivia Duhaime '31 with her mother, Lindsay, at the May Crowning Prayer Service.
Austin Prep seventh graders participated in the May Crowning Prayer Service and May Tea on Monday, May 11. This annual event is an opportunity for students to invite one special guest - a mother, grandmother, aunt, or neighbor - to join them in the Chapel of Saint Augustine for prayers followed by a small reception in the Dining Hall to celebrate Mary and motherhood in all its forms. Students and their guest are invited to bring flowers or a small plant to place around the Statue of Mary as a part of the celebration. View photos from the event.
Latest Group of Lifers Complete Their Journey
The Lifers of the Class of 2026.
Being an Austin Prep "Lifer" is a special recognition within our School community. Lifers are individuals who have been students at Austin Prep from 6th through 12th grade. We would like to recognize the 20 students from the Class of 2026 who are part of this unique group. #AustinAlways
Sports Operations Club and Sports Management Students Welcome Guest Speaker
Dr. Driscoll moderates a conversation with Dr. Joseph Cooper, Sports Operations Club, and Sports Management students.
On Tuesday, May 12, Austin Prep welcomed Dr. Joseph Cooper, professor, researcher, author, and founder of Collective Uplift, for a thought-provoking conversation with students from Ms. Michelle Flaherty's, Art and Design English Faculty, Sports Management class and the Sports Operations Club. Dr. Cooper challenged our community to consider what it truly means to develop a student athlete as a whole person of purpose, character, and faith. His work calls institutions to examine whether they are investing in students' full humanity or merely in their performance. That question resonates deeply in our Augustinian tradition, where we believe, as Augustine did, that genuine education means helping young people discover who they are and what they love. Dr. Cooper's visit reminded us that forming students of faith and values is not just an ideal for us; it is a responsibility we hold for every person who walks through our doors, athlete or not.
Students Support Local Special Olympics Event
On Friday, May 1, 39 Austin Prep students came together to help facilitate the 20th Annual Special Olympics Game Day in Lexington, MA. Students helped manage all station events for 326 student athletes on Game Day. These events included the long jump, 50 meter dash, Olympic Town, obstacle course, the 4 x 100 relay, and more. Austin Prep students worked alongside other student leaders and agents for inclusion from neighboring school communities in the LABBB Education Collaborative (Lexington, Arlington, Belmont, Burlington, and Bedford). This successful event showcased an environment of respect, dignity, and advocacy for all students.
Baccalaureate and Commencement Recap
Thursday was a special day on the campus of Austin Prep as the community came together to celebrate the Baccalaureate Liturgy and Commencement for the Class of 2026. In case you missed it, check out all the details from the day.