Winter 2020
ALUMNI COURIER
WINTER 2020
Career Day Returns to Austin Prep
On Friday, Austin Prep welcomed the return of Career Day to campus. Over 43 alumni shared their professional experiences with students through panel discussions organized by profession, and a career fair including a resume-building help station. Headmaster Dr. James Hickey, P'22, '23, '24 addressed students before breaking off into panel discussion groups. "Take advantage of this opportunity to interact and ask questions of our alumni. Have conversations not only with our alumni, but with each other." Hickey said. "Some things can't be learned from books alone."
Students had the opportunity to attend two panel discussion sessions, covering the following topics: Athletics, Broadcasting, Business Management/Finance, Career Services, Education, Engineering, Government, Health & Wellness/Science, Journalism/Writing/Communications, Law & Order, Performing Arts/Entertainment.
Career Day was made possible by our dedicated alumni who shared their journeys with our community, as well as through the support of the Annual Fund. Gifts to the Annual Fund from our generous alumni families, current families, faculty, staff and friends allow for Austin Prep to create opportunities such as Career Day. We look forward to continuing to bring invaluable experiences like these to our students and alumni.
Appointment of William Driscoll '89
Assistant Headmaster and Head of Upper School
William Driscoll '89
Austin Prep is pleased to announce that William Driscoll '89 has been appointed Assistant Headmaster and Head of Upper School. We look forward to welcoming Mr. Driscoll back to the Austin Prep Community!
Annual Day of Service a Success
Austin Prep’s school-wide Annual Day of Service took place Thursday and was dedicated to supporting our Armed Forces, both active-duty troops and veterans. Students paid respect to the sacrifice so many have made in service to our country and took time to reflect as they crafted thoughtful notes of support, gratitude, and encouragement. Students also created care packages for active duty service members, veterans, and their families.
Dr. Hickey with Francisco A. Ureña, Secretary of the Department of Veterans’ Services for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Additionally, Austin Prep welcomed three representatives from veteran outreach organizations. Francisco A. Ureña, Secretary of the Department of Veterans’ Services for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, thanked students for the work they were doing during the Day of Service, and emphasized the impact that care packages and notes of well-wishes have on members of our Armed Forces. An eight-year veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Ureña is a Purple Heart recipient from injuries sustained during the Operation Iraqi Freedom campaign.
Emma Ricciardelli '21, a Home Base Program volunteer, with Ryan Casavant and Gatsby
Ryan Casavant, Veteran Outreach Coordinator for the Home Base Program/Mass General Hospital & Red Sox Foundation, reminded students of the challenges that military veterans sometimes face when returning to civilian life. Casavant served in the United States Marine Corps, including two combat tours in Afghanistan and Iraq. Accompanying Casavant on his visit to Austin Prep was his Home Base partner Gatsby, who joined the Home Base team as a Behavioral Health Facility Dog in November 2017 after undergoing months of training with Canine Companions for Independence. The Golden Retriever/Yellow Lab mix primarily works with the ICP (Intensive Clinical Program) and has an active role interacting with the Veterans and Family Members who come through this two-week program.
Upcoming Events and Happenings
Spring Musical
Austin Prep is excited for our spring musical, "Peter Pan." There are two performances: April 4th at 7:00 p.m. and April 5th at 2:00 p.m. We look forward to welcoming alumni back for this fun-filled performance! To reserve your tickets, please contact Jennifer Hodgdon, Director of Alumni Relations & Giving.
Alumni Charity Challenge Men’s and Women’s Hockey Games
Alumni and friends of Austin Prep are invited to participate in the annual Austin Prep Alumni Charity Challenge men's and women’s hockey games on Saturday, April 25th, 2020 at the Gallant Arena at Merrimack College in North Andover, MA. The Alumni Charity Challenge is an opportunity for alumni with a passion for hockey to hit the ice together with fellow alumni, and catch-up with one another on and off of the ice.
Men’s Game, 12:00 - 1:15 p.m.
Women’s Game, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
On the occasion of the Alumni Charity Challenge, we encourage alumni and friends to remember members of the Austin Prep community who left their mark, in particular in the hockey arena as players and fans. David E. Nelson ’81, Kristen M. Corbett ’08, and George “Matt” Miller embodied veritas, unitas and caritas.
To reserve a roster spot in one of the games, click here.
To donate to the Memorial Scholarship Program, click here.
Class of 1970: 50th Reunion Weekend
Members of the Class of 1969 before last year's Commencement Exercises
There will be something for everyone as we celebrate the 50th Reunion for the Class of 1970 the weekend of May 15th - 17th! Formal invitations will be mailed to Class of 1970 alumni this week.
Friday, May 15th
4:00 p.m.~ Baccalaureate Mass, Richard J. Meelia Hall, Austin Prep
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.~ Class of 1970 informal gathering at Bunratty Tavern, 620 Main Street, Reading
Saturday, May 16th
1:00 p.m.~ Headmaster’s Reception, Dr. Hickey’s Office
2:00 p.m.~ Commencement Exercises
4:00 p.m.~ Class of 1970 Photo, followed by campus tour led by Green Key Student Ambassadors, Main Foyer
5:00 p.m.~ Class of 1970 Reunion Reception and Dinner hosted by the Headmaster, Gathering Room, Austin Prep
Sunday, May 17th
8:30 a.m.~ Mass in memory of deceased members of the Class of 1970, Saint Augustine Chapel, Austin Prep followed by continental breakfast in the main foyer
33rd Annual Austin Open Golf Tournament
The 33rd Annual Austin Open is just around the corner on Monday, May 18th and we want you and your business to be part of it!
Held at Indian Ridge Country Club in Andover, this event brings together our alumni, current families and friends for a spirited day of fundraising to directly benefit current students, and generations of Austin Prep families in years to come.
Check out our website here to learn about how you can participate as a golfer or event sponsor!
For information about sponsorship opportunities and foursomes, please contact Assistant Headmaster for External Affairs Sue Belanger at sbelanger@austinprep.org.
Summer 2020 Alumni Gatherings at Bunratty Tavern
Alums gather at Bunratty Tavern in the Summer of 2019
The summer tradition continues as we look forward to connecting with Austin Prep alumni at our annual Alumni Informal Gatherings at Bunratty Tavern. Bunratty Tavern is located at 620 Main St., Reading Center. Gatherings will take place on June 24th and August 20th. Be on the look out for more information, including special guests!
Save-the-Date for Austin Prep’s Day of Giving: April 29th
On April 29th, the Austin Prep community -- current families, alumni families, grandparents and friends-- will come together for a Day of Giving in support of the Annual Fund.
Many of the outstanding educational opportunities made available to our students, and professional development opportunities for our faculty, are a result of significant support from the Austin Prep alumni community. Your contributions allow us to continue to provide unique and distinctive learning experiences not only for our current students, but for future generations to come.
We would like to thank our generous alumni who have made a gift to the Annual Fund at Austin Prep this fiscal year (Our fiscal year runs from July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020).
If you have not yet participated in supporting the Annual Fund, we encourage you to help us continue the upward trajectory of success at Austin Prep by participating in the Day of Giving on April 29th.
You can also give early and make a gift today!
Weddings and Onesies
Are you getting married? The Office of Alumni Relations will loan you an Austin Prep banner for photos at your wedding.
Did you recently welcome a new cougar cub into your family? Let us know what size onesie your little cougar needs and the Office of Alumni Relations will send along one of our new Austin Prep baby onesies.
Contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 781-944-4900, ext. 852.
Calling all Class Notes!
Fall 2019 Journey Magazine
Spring issue of Journey Magazine is in production! Let your fellow AP alums know what you are up to by sharing a Class Note here. From weddings to births, new jobs to service work and everything in between. . . we would love to hear from you!
Click here to check out the fall issue of Journey Magazine!
Alumni Brick Walkway
With graduation almost upon us, the deadline to order an engraved brick for our Alumni Walkway and have it installed in time for graduation is March 27th.
For more information and to order, click here.
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