Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

The 2017 Reunion Gala was held in the beautifully transformed and rocking Daniels Gym for Reunion classes ending in 2s and 7s. With catering by Struck and music across the decades for dancing, everyone had fun and left with lots of new memories and renewed friendships. #WAreunion #WAalum #WAdifference

Today's Middle School Diversity Day was a chance for students (and staff) to learn from and about one another. The keynote speaker was Dr. Michael Fowlin, a psychologist-actor whose presentation created an atmosphere of inclusion. Among the workshops offered were Djembe drumming, Salsa dancing & fingerprint art. Thanks to our Synergy Club and to the WA Office of Equity and Inclusion for organizing this day! #WAvaluesdiversity #WAdifference

The Worcester Academy Varsity Club honored two alumni—standout WA multi-sport athletes—at its dinner Thursday. Those honored included former Green Bay Packer Joe Shield '81 and London history professor Dr. Caitjan Gainty '93, who was unable to attend. Congratulations to these two Hilltoppers on their excellence in the sports arena and on success in life. #WAprepared #WAdifference

From Columbia, Bard, Cambridge, and Middlebury, to Holy Cross, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, and McGill—schools from across the nation and across the globe were represented at College T-Shirt Day today as WA's Class of 2017 celebrated success! Where has the time gone?! Graduation will be here soon enough! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Members of the Class of 2018 wore college T-shirts, sweatshirts and other gear today in celebration of their college choices following acceptances from some of the best colleges and universities across the U.S. and around the world. The seniors, who took pictures of one another, as well as assembled for a class photo, also enjoyed cupcakes courtesy of the Alumni and College Counseling offices. Congratulations, and best of luck to all our soon-to-be-grads as they complete their last week of classes! #WApreparedforlife #WAdifference

Today's Middle School Diversity Day was a chance for students (and staff) to learn from and about one another. The keynote speaker was Dr. Michael Fowlin, a psychologist-actor whose presentation created an atmosphere of inclusion. Among the workshops offered were Djembe drumming, Salsa dancing & fingerprint art. Thanks to our Synergy Club and to the WA Office of Equity and Inclusion for organizing this day! #WAvaluesdiversity #WAdifference

Worcester Academy's first Mountain Day in many years took the Upper School to the summit of Mount Wachusett in Princeton. What a wonderful first day back to school. August 30, 2017

The Worcester Academy Board of Visitors heard from local business, civic, and educational leaders Nov. 3 about the role of the city of Worcester as an important part of the WA learning experience. According to alumni parent Dina Nichols, just following the annual meeting, "I'm so proud to be associated with this impressive school that successfully blends the respect for tradition with the openness to a changing world, and preparing our kids for it." Thanks everyone for helping to shape the future at Worcester Academy! #WAurbanleadership #WAdifference

Worcester Academy's vocal and instrumental students performed for youngsters at nearby St. Stephen School on Grafton Street. The WA students sang spirituals and played spooky tunes to provide a music enrichment opportunity for the children of St. Stephen. #WAneighborhood #WAdifference

OskeeFest—named of course for "Oskee WA-WA," the Academy's beloved ram mascot— was celebrated with tailgating, flag football, a barbecue, games, and a variety of sporting contests held throughout the weekend. The family fun event was a great way to celebrate fall! We love our Hilltop! #WAlife #WAdifference

From Bollywood dancing, Carnaval Dominicanos, African drumming, and a keynote by activist Tiq Milan, to classes and workshops on Chinese calligraphy, privilege, and equity in education—Diversity Day 2018 had something for everyone to enjoy, learn, and ponder as we celebrated difference at WA! #WAvaluesdiversity #WAdifference Asociacion Carnavalesca de Massachusetts Crocodile River Music

Eight Worcester Academy seniors signed NCAA National Letters of Intent at a special ceremony affirming their decision to attend top colleges offering athletic grant in aid. Among them were six members of our baseball team: Brendan Conley, Bristol, RI, who will attend UBuffalo; Craig Hanrahan Corliss, Hopkinton, who will attend Siena; Patrick Gallagher, Worcester, who will attend Wagner; Joseph Pasquale Sacco, Shrewsbury, who will attend URI; Brendan Powicki, Hingham, who will attend Stonehill; and Mariano Ricciardi, West Boylston, who will attend Florida Atlantic. Also signing were Christa Moore, Hubbardston, who will attend Holy Cross (Track & Field), and Madeline Murphy, Norton, who will attend Southern New Hampshire University (Basketball). Congratulations to each of these outstanding young people! November 11, 2016. Worcester, Massachusetts. #WAscholarathletes #WAdifference

The Worcester Academy Board of Visitors heard from local business, civic, and educational leaders Nov. 3 about the role of the city of Worcester as an important part of the WA learning experience. According to alumni parent Dina Nichols, just following the annual meeting, "I'm so proud to be associated with this impressive school that successfully blends the respect for tradition with the openness to a changing world, and preparing our kids for it." Thanks everyone for helping to shape the future at Worcester Academy! #WAurbanleadership #WAdifference

From Columbia, Bard, Cambridge, and Middlebury, to Holy Cross, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, and McGill—schools from across the nation and across the globe were represented at College T-Shirt Day today as WA's Class of 2017 celebrated success! Where has the time gone?! Graduation will be here soon enough! #WAprepared #WAdifference

The 2017 Reunion Gala was held in the beautifully transformed and rocking Daniels Gym for Reunion classes ending in 2s and 7s. With catering by Struck and music across the decades for dancing, everyone had fun and left with lots of new memories and renewed friendships. #WAreunion #WAalum #WAdifference

Oskee Wow-Wow, WA's beloved mascot, visited buildings around campus this morning to deliver Teacher Appreciation Certificates. The certificates, awarded at the request of seniors, honor those faculty members and staff who have made a difference in student lives. The seniors earned the certificates after making their first gifts to the Annual Fund. Congratulations to all those who were recognized, and thank you to our seniors for their generosity! #WAfaculty #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

"Mr. Glassmire, you're a great teacher." That was the chalk message from students—expressed in periodic table abbreviations (atomic numbers included)—on the road between Dexter Hall and the Quad. What a nice expression of appreciation one of the Academy's finest; a chemistry teacher of course! Well done! #WAfaculty #WAdifference

Worcester Academy's annual fund & alumni teams sponsored a 100 Days Celebration for the Class of 2017 in McEvoy Library. That's right—only 100 days until graduation from WA! As we reminded them today, however, "You are Hilltoppers forever." Students attending the event learned about upcoming events and networking opportunities, both nationally and internationally, for WA alums! Congrats to the Class of 2017 on reaching this milestone! #WAdining #WAdifference

WA students enjoyed a master class Thursday with accomplished American soprano Jane Shivick. Ms. Shivick, whose daughter is Megan Dickie '19, has performed with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, the Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra, and other premier orchestras over the years, and in venues as varied as the Boston Esplanade and Mechanics Hall. Thanks, Ms. Shivick, for sharing your vocal and performance expertise with WA students! #WAexperience #WAdifference (Worcester Academy, January 2017)

Worcester Academy's Activists and Allies Club proudly hosted a "Day of Activism Un-Conference” on Oct. 15. Student attendees from throughout the region considered, “The Power of Youth: Enabling Change In And Beyond School Environments.” What a great opportunity to partner with like-minded independent schools committed to equity, justice and youth empowerment! (Thanks Johara Tucker, WA Director of Equity & Inclusion, for sharing these photos!) Worcester, Massachusetts, 2016. #WAdifference #WAvaluesdiversity

Members of the student-led Worcester Academy Green Team Club sponsored an Earth Week/Month celebration today in conjunction with upcoming World Earth Day, April 22. Activities included earth prayer flag-making on the Quad, a Ban the Bottle awareness table, earth trivia, a postcard-writing exercise, and movie presentations and discussions, among other activities. What a great way to show our commitment to sustainability! #WAearthday #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference

Worcester Academy recognized its National Cum Laude Society inductees with a dinner and ceremony in the Megaron. Each of the students, prior to induction into Cum Laude, was introduced by his or her advisor, who gave an account of their academic accomplishments while at Worcester Academy. Among those honored were seniors Matthew Adiletta, Yuezhen Chen, Samuel Hatem, Zachary Kelley, Anna Kessler, Haein Lee, Katherine O’Brien, Mingtao Sun, Mackenzi Turgeon, Yixun Wang, and Wenjie Yu. Congratulations to all! #WAprepared #WAdifference