March 2024
3.2.2024
March 2, 2024
Austin Prep Celebrates Women's History Month
This March, Austin Prep will honor Women’s History Month by recognizing the vital influence and contributions of women on the history of the United States and the world. We also look forward to celebrating the remarkable leaders and achievements of women in the Austin Prep community.
College Counseling Office to Host Annual College Fair Tuesday
The Office of College Counseling is hosting their annual College Fair on Tuesday, March 5th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Meelia Hall. All juniors and sophomores are highly encouraged to attend. Parents are also welcome. There are currently over 75 colleges attending and more colleges are continuing to register. This is a perfect way to learn about many different kinds of colleges and connect with the college admissions representatives who read the admissions applications for Austin Prep.
If you have questions regarding the College Fair, please contact Office of College Counseling Assistant Kerry Brennan at 781.944.4900 x685 or kerry.brennan@austinprep.
Next Community Mass is March 10th
The Monthly Community Mass for March will be held Sunday, March 10th at 9:30 a.m. in the Chapel of St. Augustine. We encourage our school families who regularly attend Sunday Mass at their local parish to consider joining us for this monthly Sunday Mass. The Mass gives an opportunity to meet each other and pray together, at least occasionally. We will join for a time of fellowship in the Dining Hall after Mass. To help us with our planning, we would ask families to RSVP by clicking here so we can take an appropriate count for the Coffee and Donut Hour.
Students are required to attend with their parents. We look forward to seeing you March 10th as we strengthen each other through this act of celebrating Mass together.
Meet Austin Prep's Executive Chef Bill Carter
Austin Prep celebrated Black History Month in February with a series of educational, extracurricular, and schoolwide events organized around the school’s yearlong theme of “Judge me, O Lord, according to my righteousness, and according to the integrity that is in me," and is embedded in our Augustinian heritage and Catholic tradition. The theme was inspired by the Book of Psalms (7:8) and guides us in our yearlong planning across multiple departments.
The Office of Mission and Inclusion draws heavily upon this theme to acknowledge the legacy of St. Augustine. Programming for Black History Month underscores the core value of caritas as it has been expressed throughout the lives of scholars, artists, inventors, politicians, and religious faithful spread throughout the African diaspora. Although we highlight the events planned for Black History Month, our commitment is continuous and not confined to a single month. Rather, our approach is infused with our strategic efforts to augment the core values of veritas, unitas and caritas as expressed by an Augustinian school.
As we closed out the month, we introduced Bill Carter, Sage Dining Services Executive Chef at Austin Prep to the school community. Mr. Carter joined the Sage Dining team at Austin Prep prior to the start of this academic year. In honor of Black History Month, students enjoyed a meal inspired by Chef Carter. Click here to learn more about the meal, how Chef Carter got involved in the culinary arts, and his role here at Austin Prep.
Serve as a Golf Tournament Sponsor
Sponsors are an important part of making the Annual Golf Tournament a success.
Austin Prep's Annual Golf Tournament registration is now open and we are seeking sponsors to help make this event a success. If you own or manage a business, this is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your company's visibility while demonstrating your support and commitment to ensuring an extraordinary experience for the students of Austin Prep. Click here to check out all the opportunities to support the 36th Annual Austin Open! If you are a golfer don't wait too long to register, the flight fills fast!
Students Living our Mission
Check this space monthly as we recognize students demonstrating our values on campus.
Sam LaPlant ‘28 and Victoria Tenreiro '25 have been exemplary members of the Austin Prep community this past month.
Unitas is a key component of what distinguishes an Augustinian education from all others. We continue to look forward to working together to strengthen our community in a way that is reflective of our core values of veritas, unitas, and caritas.
As we do so, the Office of Student Life aims to build students of strong character while recognizing exemplary behavior on campus. Students who best display the values that are distinctive to the Austin Prep experience will be acknowledged monthly here in the Cougar Courier and on social media.
This month, we would like to highlight the work of Sam LaPlant ‘28 and Victoria Tenreiro '25. Sam constantly finds a way to go above what is asked. Whether it is helping to organize classrooms after the bell, or making others feel included after school, his efforts are appreciated and recognized. Victoria embodies our core value of Caritas. A leader on our Cross Country and Track and Field teams, Victoria also displays leadership skills during the school day. When a student was using crutches in the Dining Hall, Victoria helped him with his lunch and assisted him in getting to his table. Their leadership and integrity are qualities we look for in our students. Great job, Sam and Victoria!
Big Weekend for Softball Alums Frelick '20, Sablone '20
On February 24th, two members of the Austin Prep 2019 MIAA State Championship Softball Team did something remarkable, as Frankie Frelick ‘20 and Lauren Sablone ‘20 both hit grand slam home runs in NCAA Division I softball games. Frankie, of Lexington, is a senior at Duke University, while Lauren, of North Reading, is a junior at Princeton University. Frankie and Lauren are among the most decorated student-athletes to represent Austin Prep in recent years, and both members of the memorable Class of 2020. #AustinAlways.
D'Alleva '24 Makes College Football Commitment
Phil D'Alleva '24 with parents Ralph and Rosanne and sister Giana.
This week another Austin Prep Student-Athlete celebrated their commitment to participate in athletics at the college level. Phil D'Alleva '24 signed his National Letter of Intent to continue his football career at Bryant University, Bryant participates at the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS). Congrats, Phil, and thank you for everything you have contributed to the Austin Prep community.
Austin Prep Apparel Debuted at Merch Madness Event
Auggie found something he liked at the Merch Madness event, did you?
Thank you to all those who attended our Merch Madness event on Wednesday, and a special thank you to Mr. Joe Leary, Art and Design Faculty, for the live music! For any questions regarding the Unitas Shop or new apparel, please reach out to Mr. Patrick Costello, Coordinator of Student Activities.
More Merch...Spring Online Apparel Store Now Open
We are excited to offer a Spring Online Store for parents, families, students, faculty, and staff.
We are offering this store so you can conveniently purchase Austin Prep apparel online. Click on the button below to access the online Spring Store. For your convenience, purchased items will be shipped directly to a location of your choice.
The store will be open through March 17th at midnight. All orders will be delivered in the middle of April. Thanks in advance for supporting Austin Prep's online store!
Guest Speaker Addresses Holocaust, Kindness, Human Dignity
Tom White of the Cohen Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies at Keene State College on Wednesday.
Mr. Tom White of the Cohen Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies at Keene State College visited campus on February 28th to speak to students about a variety of topics related to the Holocaust. Mr. White is recognized as a leader in the field for designing curricula, delivering presentations, and working directly with survivors of the Holocaust and other genocides. He addressed the Juniors and Seniors enrolled in the Examining the Holocaust course to prepare them for their upcoming trip to Auschwitz. He highlighted his visit to key sites that the students will see for themselves firsthand at the museum by explaining that “Your journey to Auschwitz is a process. You will experience a range of emotions because of the power of the experience. You are on this journey together and I advise you to support each other as you experience those emotions.”
Later in the day, Mr. White led a conversation with the 6th & 7th graders on the importance of recognizing the dignity of every human being. His presentation asked students to consider the impact of hate by using examples from the lives of Anne Frank and Martin Luther King (both born in 1929). He challenged them to choose to care about others and build compassion by confronting the past.
In his final presentation of the day, Mr. White met with the 8th Graders in anticipation of their trip to Washington D.C. He used Eli Wiesel’s text, Night, which the 8th graders just began to read, to explore how traumatic memory is held and expressed. Together they traced the life of Elie Wiesel and how the book transforms his experience at Auschwitz into a journey of hope against despair. The power of these presentations nurtured students to build empathy and to embrace our mission to form students with the skills necessary to be global citizens.
Robotics Teams Participate in First Tech Challenge Qualifiers
Team 9006 includes Victor Villarroel '24, Michael Young '24, and Maddy Shih '24.
The Austin Prep Robotics teams recently showcased their skills and determination in the First Tech Challenge qualifiers, demonstrating exceptional teamwork, creativity, and technical prowess.
Team 9006, comprised of Maddy Shih '24, Michael Young '24, and Victor Villarroel '24, exhibited remarkable performance alongside Team 15626, consisting of Vincent Barone '25, Max Betts '25, Jamey Bergeron '25, Kyle Brickhouse '25, Aaden Caralis '25, Nicholas Kuntz '25, Bruce McGinley '25, and Aaron Wilcox '25. Additionally, Aidan O'Neill '26 contributed his expertise to Team 15626.
The journey began on February 10th at Robostorm 9.2 hosted by Andover High School. Team 15626 demonstrated their prowess by securing the 3rd position out of 27 competing teams. Both Team 9006 and Team 15626 showcased their skills and advanced to the semifinals, displaying strategic thinking and technical proficiency.
Continuing their momentum, on February 17th, the teams participated in Bbots Bananza at Brookline High School. Team 9006 further solidified their standing by ranking 5th among 23 participating teams. Once again, both teams excelled in the competition, securing spots in the semifinals and demonstrating their consistency and resilience.
Notably, Team 9006's exceptional performance earned them the prestigious Control Award. This accolade celebrates innovative thinking and excellence in utilizing sensors and software to enhance the functionality of the robot in the field. The team's achievement highlights their dedication to solving complex challenges and pushing the boundaries of technological innovation.
Looking ahead, while this year's competition season may have come to a close for Austin Prep's robotics teams, their journey is far from over. With their eyes set on the future, the teams will continue to work diligently, refining their strategies, enhancing their robots, and strengthening their skills. As they prepare for the challenges of next year's competitions, they remain committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation and achieving even greater success in the world of robotics.
Play a Sport? Thank the Athletic Trainers!
March is National Athletic Training Month. Athletic Trainers play an important role in the vitality of an athletics program, and ours are no different. Athletic trainers work countless hours to ensure the health and well-being of our student-athletes, and our athletic trainers are exceptional. Next time you see Athletic Trainers Mr. Jordan Mardirossian or Ms. Julia Cocuzzo in the athletic training facility or on the fields of play, tell them thank you!
3.9.2024
March 9, 2024
Class of 2028 Enjoys Capstone Trip to Washington, D.C.
The Class of 2028 in front of The White House on Monday.
The Class of 2028 traveled to Washington, D.C. this week for their Class Capstone Trip. Students visited a number of monuments and sites celebrating the history and heritage of the United States. While at sites like the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, students delivered presentations to their classmates about the significance of the site and notable features of the monument. The experience of students learning from each other represents the immersive way in which teachers designed lessons prior to the trip and experiences in the itinerary to provide students with ownership of their learning and contribute their voices to the program. Students also explored a number of Smithsonian Museums, had a tour of the U.S. Capitol, and experienced the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. The Class Trip was a unifying experience for the students with experiences like a class dinner at the Hard Rock Café, the celebration of Mass for the class at the Cathedral of Saint Matthew the Apostle, and a dinner and dance for students at the hotel to close the trip. Students returned to campus on Wednesday evening and have been excited to share their stories and memories from the trip with fellow advisees and their families. You can view photos of students in the chaperone groups here, you can hear from students about their favorite experiences here, and you can view a video recap of the trip here.
A special thank you goes out to the following trip chaperones for guiding students during the journey to Washington D.C.: Head of Middle School Mr. Michael McLaughlin, Assistant Dean of Students Ms. Alicia Varraso, Director of Communications Mr. Tyler Fleming, Nurse Ms. Diana Carlson, History Faculty Ms. Kristen Donnelly, History Faculty Mr. Jack Brady, History Faculty Mr. Trevor Jones, English Faculty Ms. Alex Dell’Anno, Sr. Justine Babirye, Sr. Mary Namutebi, Science Faculty Mrs. Carly Cavanagh, English Faculty Mrs. Kate Cavanaugh, and Math Faculty Mr. Ian Williamson.
Next Community Mass is Tomorrow
Students prayed the Stations of the Cross last Friday in the Chapel of St. Augustine.
The Monthly Community Mass for March will be held tomorrow, March 10th at 9:30 a.m. in the Chapel of St. Augustine. We encourage our school families who regularly attend Sunday Mass at their local parish to consider joining us for this monthly Sunday Mass. The Mass gives an opportunity to meet each other and pray together, at least occasionally. We will join for a time of fellowship in the Dining Hall after Mass. To help us with our planning, we would ask families to RSVP by clicking here so we can take an appropriate count for the Coffee and Donut Hour.
Students are required to attend with their parents. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow as we strengthen each other through this act of celebrating Mass together.
Signature Event Planning Begins
Kickoff Meeting Takes place this Monday, March 11th
The Signature Event is a great event for the parent community. Help us plan for the evening!
The Austin Prep Parents Association is set to hold its first planning meeting for the annual Signature Event which will be held on Saturday, December 7th at the Andover Country Club. The event hosted by the Parent Association provides a fun social gathering which begins with the planning and ends with a fun filled evening with Austin Prep parents. Much more than a fundraiser, this is the social event of the year!
Parents who are enthusiastic about contributing their time, ideas, and expertise to make this year's fundraiser a resounding success are encouraged to attend. Our primary focus for this meeting will be brainstorming ideas for a theme and forming our sub-committees.
The meeting is this Monday, March 11th at 6:00 p.m. in the Heritage Room, third floor in the main building. There will be light fare and beverages.
So we may plan appropriately for refreshments, please rsvp here by Sunday 5:00 p.m. if you are able to join us.
Please note that this event is for parents only.
Spring Online Apparel Store Closes March 17th
We are excited to offer a Spring Online Store for parents, families, students, faculty, and staff.
We are offering this store so you can conveniently purchase Austin Prep apparel online. Click on the button below to access the online Spring Store. For your convenience, purchased items will be shipped directly to a location of your choice.
The store will be open through March 17th at midnight. All orders will be delivered in the middle of April. Thanks in advance for supporting Austin Prep's online store!
Tickets for the Spring Musical Grease are Available Now
Grease is the word! Families can purchase tickets to any performance of our spring musical Grease by visiting the Greater Boston Stage Company website and clicking "Get Tickets," or by clicking this link:
Performances will take place on Friday, March 22nd at 7:00 p.m, Saturday, March 23rd at 7:00 p.m., and Sunday, March 24th at 2:00 p.m. Come and enjoy classic songs like "Summer Nights," "Hopelessly Devoted to You," and "Greased Lightning!" Audience members are invited to dress in theme so wear your jeans and leather jackets to the show!
Celebrate our Woman Student Leaders
Friday, March 8th was International Women’s Day., and March is Women's History Month. We recognized School-Wide Student Government Officers (left to right, above) Jaya Gupta ’24, Lauren Neal ’24, Lily Caron ‘24, and Ava Intoppa ’24 for their leadership and service to the Austin Prep student community!
Annual College Fair a Great Success
Meelia Hall played host to the annual College Fair on Tuesday.
The Office of College Counseling welcomed over 90 colleges and universities to Austin Prep's annual College Fair on Tuesday in Meelia Hall. Over 300 Austin Prep juniors, sophomores and parents were in attendance. This was a great opportunity for our students to learn about many different kinds of colleges and connect with the college admissions representatives who read the admissions applications for Austin Prep all in one night.
ULA Aboard the USS Constitution
Our Unitas Leadership Academy (ULA) visited the USS Constitution and Museum this week to discover the collaborative efforts that have been at the helm of “Old Ironsides” from its construction in the late 1700s through present day. Our student leaders spent a morning in the Charlestown Navy Yard with a Navy sailor and museum educators discussing the building of our nation’s oldest commissioned warship to what it was like to be a midshipman in 1812 in comparison to life in the Navy now. The current crew serving aboard the Constitution is made up of three Naval officers and about 80 enlisted sailors. The ship still sails through Boston Harbor for special anniversaries and commemorations.
Mr. Fowler to Perform Sunday with Plymouth Philharmonic
Mr. Fowler at December's Lessons and Carols.
Mr. Wes Fowler, Art and Design Faculty, will be performing this weekend with the Plymouth Philharmonic as a percussionist for their family concert. The concert is Sunday, March 10th at Plymouth Memorial Hall. The orchestra is in their 108th concert season. You can view the even program here.
Cardinal's Holiday is Friday
His Eminence Seán Cardinal O’Malley announcing the Cardinal's Holiday at Convocation Mass.
At the conclusion of this September's Convocation Liturgy, His Eminence Seán Cardinal O’Malley, Archbishop of Boston, exercised his prerogative as the Archbishop of Boston and granted Austin Prep students and staff a school holiday -- at the discretion of the Head of School. As was announced earlier this year, James Hickey, Ph.D., Head of School, exercised the discretion the Cardinal gave him and designated Friday, March 15th as the Cardinal’s Holiday for Austin Prep. That is this Friday! There will be no classes that day and all administrative offices will close. Thank you, Cardinal Seán!
3.16.2024
March 16, 2024
Tickets for the Spring Musical Grease are Available Now
Grease is the word! Austin Prep's spring musical Grease will take place at the Greater Boston Stage Company on Friday, March 22nd at 7:00 p.m, Saturday, March 23rd at 7:00 p.m., and Sunday, March 24th at 2:00 p.m. Come see Jillian McAuley '24 (Sandy Dumbrowski), Anthony Fergusson '25 (Danny Zuko), Ava Intoppa '24 (Betty Rizzo) and classmates perform classic songs like "Summer Nights," "Hopelessly Devoted to You," and "Greased Lightning!" Get your tickets here.
Spring Online Apparel Store Closes March 17th
We are excited to offer a Spring Online Store for parents, families, students, faculty, and staff.
We are offering this store so you can conveniently purchase Austin Prep apparel online. Click on the button below to access the online Spring Store. For your convenience, purchased items will be shipped directly to a location of your choice.
The store will be open through March 17th at midnight. All orders will be delivered in the middle of April. Thanks in advance for supporting Austin Prep's online store!
Sibling Day Returns April 11th
We love when siblings follow their brothers and sisters to Austin Prep, like this crew from last year's Sibling Day.
The Office of Admissions is excited to announce Sibling Day will be held on Thursday, April 11th from 7:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Younger household siblings in Grades 4 through 9 are invited to experience a day in the shoes of their older brother or sister. The day is a great opportunity for Austin Prep siblings to spend a day shadowing their sibling, following their regular academic schedule, and making new friends! Click here to register.
Student Dancers Deliver Stations of the Cross Performance
As we approach Holy Week, Austin Prep continued our annual tradition with a performance of Stations of the Cross on Thursday. This year's Stations of the Cross included the following performers: Alice Barry '30, Jordan Barthel '24, Molly Blaney '30, Taylor Boutwell '30, Haylee Brewer '30, Lindsay Connor '28, Margaux Fleming '30, Sofia Freni '30, Ally Gallant '28, Avery Gill '30, Luci Gracilieri '28, Gabriella Imbriano '30, Sofia Kiaer '30, Sydney Klein '28, Clare McCusker '28, Lexi Modestino '30, Maeve Oostman '28, Olivia Pearson '30, Hailey Rebelo '29, Gia Severino '30, Addison Slye '29 and Emily Theriault '30.
Stay tuned for the full video of the performance, which will be released on our social media channels on Friday, March 29th: Good Friday.
Mechanical Engineer Dr. Shannon Stott Speaks to Students
Austin Prep's Scientist Seminar Series continued on Friday, March 8th as we welcomed Dr. Shannon Stott to campus. Dr. Stott, a member of the faculty at the Center for Engineering in Medicine & Surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital, met with our 9th grade Biology students as well as our AP Biology students. During her presentation she spoke about her journey and how she arrived at a career in medical engineering.
A mechanical engineer, Dr. Stott has been working at the interface of technology, imaging, and medicine, with a broad background in microfluidics, optics, tissue engineering, and cryo-preservation, and a focus on their applications in clinical medicine and cell biology. As a postdoctoral fellow she co-invented the herring-bone circulating tumor cell chip, a device that can successfully capture cancer cells circulating in the blood stream of localized and metastatic cancer patients. Recently, this device has been scaled for large scale production, enabling the distribution of the HBCTC-Chip to multiple cancer centers across the country.
The Stott Laboratory comprises bioengineers and chemists focused on translating technological advances to relevant applications in clinical medicine. Specifically, they are interested in using microfluidics and imaging technologies to create tools that increase understanding of cancer biology and of the metastatic process.
The goal of the Scientist Seminar Series is to build connections between students’ classroom learning and real-world applications by showcasing how scientists from various fields are applying content and skills to explore and understand our world. This series aims to provide students with a broader perspective on the practical implications of their academic studies and inspire them to see the relevance and impact of scientific research.
This academic initiative has been developed over the past year to enhance the student experience in the sciences. We are grateful to the many scientists at esteemed universities and research facilities who have contributed their time and expertise in guiding Austin Prep in creating this experience for our students.
Karo '22, Carey '22 Add to Stonehill Hockey's Historic Season
Kathryn Karo '22 and Maeve Carey '22, bottom left, after Stonehill's conference championship victory.
The New England Women's Hockey Alliance (NEWHA) Champion Stonehill College women's ice hockey team received its first NCAA Division I Women's Ice Hockey Tournament bid in program history in just its second year of existence, following a win over Franklin Pierce in the conference championship game. Stonehill's roster includes Austin Prep Class of 2022 alums Kathryn Karo and Maeve Carey who helped the Austin Prep Girls Hockey team to the 2022 MIAA Division I state title.
Stonehill opened its first NCAA Tournament with a first-round matchup against Cornell University on Thursday, which they ultimately lost 7-1. Congratulations to Kathryn and Maeve!
Seniors and 6th Grade Students Connect in Theology Class
Sydney DeRoche '24 reviews lessons with 6th grade theology students.
Austin Prep is a community where the faith is taught, lived, and shared. During the week of March 4th seniors from the Teaching the Christian Message class taught Grade 6 students lessons on veritas, unitas, and caritas sharing with these youngest members of the Austin Prep family how these central Augustinian values have informed and shaped their lives, taking to heart St. Augustine's words: The love of knowledge and truth should invite us to continue learning. The love of others should compel us to teach. It was a great opportunity for the youngest and oldest members of out student community to connect in the classroom.
Students Bring Passions to Life in Annual Project
On March 4th, English Faculty Mrs. Stephanie Choate’s and Mrs. Nicole Putney's AP Language classes wrapped up their six month long pursuit to find their passion. After reading Ken Robinson’s The Element: How Finding Your Passion Changes Everything over the summer of 2023, students were tasked with choosing a project to work on throughout the school year. Students set goals, created their own rubrics, and wrote a reflection about the project. This year’s projects included musical compositions, handmade fashion, business ventures, and learning how to cook! Students showcased their work at a Museum during Cougar Block.
Happy St. Patrick's Day Weekend
Tomorrow we celebrate Saint Patrick, the apostle of Ireland and the patron saint of the Archdiocese of Boston. Saint Patrick, pray for us. 
We hope you had a great Cardinal's Holiday yesterday. As a reminder, when we return to school Monday it will be a Day 3.
3.24.2024
March 23, 2024
Spring Musical Grease Opens; Two More Shows to Come
After a sold out opening performance Friday, limited tickets remain for the Saturday and Sunday performances of Grease.
Grease is the word! Austin Prep's spring musical Grease opened last night at the Greater Boston Stage Company. Additional shows take place today, Saturday, March 23rd at 7:00 p.m., and Sunday, March 24th at 2:00 p.m. Come see Jillian McAuley '24 (Sandy Dumbrowski), Anthony Fergusson '25 (Danny Zuko), Ava Intoppa '24 (Betty Rizzo) and classmates perform classic songs like "Summer Nights," "Hopelessly Devoted to You," and "Greased Lightning!" Get your tickets here.
Next Community Mass is April 7th
All crucifixes and images in the Chapel of St. Augustine are covered in veils for Passiontide, signifying the last two weeks of Lent.
The Monthly Community Mass for April will be held Sunday, April 7th at 9:30 a.m. in the Chapel of St. Augustine. We encourage our school families who regularly attend Sunday Mass at their local parish to consider joining us for this monthly Sunday Mass. The Mass gives an opportunity to meet each other and pray together, at least occasionally. We will join for a time of fellowship in the Dining Hall after Mass. To help us with our planning, we would ask families to RSVP by clicking here so we can take an appropriate count for the Coffee and Donut Hour.
Students are required to attend with their parents. We look forward to seeing you April 7th as we strengthen each other through this act of celebrating Mass together.
Intoppa '24 Receives Augustinian Scholarship at Villanova
Ava Intoppa '24 is the recipient of the Augustinian High School Scholarship at Villanova.
As an Augustinian school, Austin Prep is part of a much wider Catholic education community, and we work every day in common purpose with our sister Augustinian schools to shape Augustinian hearts that enter the world. Austin Prep is a member of the Augustinian Secondary Education Association (ASEA), which is a commission of the Federation of Augustinians of North America.
The ASEA was founded “to foster unity, efficiency, and continued development within the Augustinian ministry of secondary education.” Each academic year, Austin Prep sends students to participate in the Student Augustinian Values Institute (SAVI) and faculty and staff to participate in the Augustinian Values Institute (AVI). Through these institutes, students and staff deepen their understanding of Augustinian spirituality, Augustinian education, and the heritage of St. Augustine
Austin Prep is one of the ten member schools of ASEA. In addition to the ten Augustinian secondary schools in North America, there are also two Augustinian institutions of higher education: Merrimack College and Villanova University. Both Merrimack College and Villanova University are interested in recruiting students who exemplify the Augustinian values of veritas, unitas, and caritas and have scholarships available to advance that effort.
As was noted in the recent State of the School Message sent by Dr. James Hickey, Head of School, Austin Prep was recently notified that Villanova University has extended to Austin Prep the opportunity to annually select one student in the top 5% of the graduating class to receive the Augustinian High School Scholarship – a full academic scholarship renewable for 4 years. The tuition for Villanova University for the 2024-2025 is $66,838.
Following a careful review by a committee of Austin Prep faculty and school leadership, the committee recommended Ava Intoppa ’24 to Dr. Hickey who nominated her for the Augustinian High School Scholarship. We are pleased to announce that the President of Villanova University, Rev. Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A., Ph.D., approved Dr. Hickey’s nomination of Ava. Congratulations to Ava for this outstanding recognition and for exemplifying the Augustinian values of veritas, unitas, and caritas during her seven years as an Austin Prep Lifer.
School Trips Help Students Gain Global Perspective
Three weeks ago tomorrow, Austin Prep's Class of 2028 was about to depart for a memorable journey in Washington, D.C., on their capstone trip. Students visited inspiring museums, monuments, and memorials, including the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the John F. Kennedy Eternal Flame Memorial. Each day, the group had opportunities to reflect deeply on the significance of these historic spots and about our nation’s past. Click the button below to view a recap of their travel experience
Washington, D.C. 8th Grade Class Trip
Student trips are more than just travel experiences; they are transformative adventures that distinguish Austin Prep and its students as seekers of knowledge and champions of cultural understanding. By participating in these journeys, our students and teachers go beyond the ordinary and gain an appreciation for our world and the human experience. Through travel, students gain a perspective that prepares them to navigate their interconnected future with empathy, curiosity, and a profound understanding of the world and how they can contribute to it.
For more information on Austin Prep's travel programs, please reach out to Mr. Michael McLaughlin, Head of Middle School.
Come for 8th Grade, Stay for Upper School!
Invite friends or family to join us Wednesday, April 3rd for AM@AP.
While most Upper School grades are at capacity, there is limited space available in the Middle School for the 2024-25 school year. Why wait until Upper School to have your child begin their Austin Prep Journey?
The Office of Admissions invites you to an AM@AP on Wednesday, April 3rd from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. AM@AP is an open house format event where guests will hear from School leadership, be led on a campus tour by student ambassadors, and engage with faculty and staff. Taking place during the school day, guests will see our community in action.
For the 2024-25 school year, Austin Prep’s 9th grade was the first grade to close, and closed before the enrollment deadline. Students who are enrolled in grade 8 matriculate to grade 9 without having to reapply.
Come visit us on April 3rd and learn more about the #AustinPrepJourney. To sign up, email us at: admissions@austinprep.org
Austin Prep Welcomes Investigative Reporting Alum
Renee Dudley '03 returned to campus on Tuesday, March 19th to offer a book talk on ransomware that offered an exploration of cybersecurity challenges in the digital age. With insightful anecdotes about a team of ordinary people who are committed to fighting ransomware across the globe, Ms. Dudley delved into the evolution of ransomware attacks, highlighting their impact on individuals, businesses, and society at large. Ms. Dudley, a Pulitzer Prize finalist, met with AP Language students to share her expertise as a journalist and author while explaining how Austin Prep influenced her interest in covering stories that focus on ethical issues. Students left the presentation not only informed about the importance of protecting digital assets but also inspired to think about how they can apply their talents and skills in service to the community. Ms. Dudley's book is titled The Ransomware Hunting Team: A Band of Misfits' Improbable Crusade to Save the World from Cybercrime and was released in late 2022.
Take Advantage of Spring Class Ring Sale
Our class rings vendor, Balfour, is offering a three week class ring sale, which began on March 22.
Above you will find a flyer with all of the necessary information to purchase your official class ring. You may scan the QR Code on the flyer which will bring you right to Austin Prep's website on Balfour.com. Prices are reflected on the website. Place your order during the weeks designated on the Flyer to receive this exclusive offer. If you have any questions at all regarding ordering your class rings please call the local Balfour sales office at (401) 467-7018.
Math Team Advances to State Final
Austin Prep's Math Team is bound for the State Final.
As a result of their last competition on March 7th, Austin Prep's Math Team has advanced to the Massachusetts Association Of Mathematics Leagues (MAML) State Final. The state final will be on Thursday, April 4th at Winchester High School. Congratulations to all the mathletes
Serve as a Sponsor at Annual Golf Open
Sponsors are an important part of making the Annual Golf Tournament a success.
Austin Prep's Annual Golf
Holy Week Schedule
With Palm Sunday tomorrow, Holy Week is upon us. Austin Prep will be closed March 28th, March 29th, and April 1st for Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Monday, respectively. The Cougar Courier will return on Saturday, April 6th. Classes resume Tuesday, April 2nd, and it will be a day 4.