ALUMNI NEWS, NOTES, & PROFILES

Sam is off to a strong start at New Fairfield High School. Last fall, he proudly ran on the Rebels’ cross-country team and shared heartfelt appreciation for the preparation and support he received from Coach Rand. Academically, Sam continues to thrive—his teachers and guidance counselor praise his advanced study skills and remarkable ability to self-advocate, far exceeding what’s typical for a ninth-grader.

Lily completed her freshman year at Westminster. She competed in three sports with a passion for field hockey, basketball, and lacrosse. Rounding out her schedule, Lily has served as a tour guide for the Admissions Office.

Amelia Nash is attending Newtown High School and received high honors last year, played girls soccer and participated in both winter track and spring track and field running hurdles 100, 200, and 300 Meters. She volunteers for UNICEF, Newtown Action Alliance, and Peer Leadership. Last summer, she performed in several performances of "Mean Girls" through Newtown Stage Company’s Summer 2025 Camp.

Josie is currently a sophomore at Canterbury School, where she is thriving both academically and athletically. She earned a spot on the varsity soccer team in her first year and had a great season. Last spring, Josie joined the track team, winning her very first race.

Aidan is a senior at Westminster and is a three-sport scholar athlete competing in soccer, basketball, and lacrosse. Away from the classroom and off the fields, he conducts tours for prospective families for the Admissions Office. 

Grace is a senior at Canterbury School, excelling in academics and sports.  She is a Lead Ambassador, working closely with the admissions team. Grace is on the varsity soccer and squash teams at Canterbury. Her squash team had a great season last year, winning the 2025 NEPSAC Squash Championship for their division.

Annika has fond memories from RA of Ms. Annuncio, competing in track and field, and developing her love of learning in math. She graduated from Pine Crest High School in Fort Lauderdale, FL, in May 2025. This fall, she enrolled at MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) and majored in computer science and economics. She has published in multiple PhD journals for her scientific research in cancer detection with machine learning. She is a Regeneron STS scholar, has co-founded an AI physical therapy app called KineX, and recently pitched the startup at the ASU+GSV conference main stage panel. Annika recently had an inspiring internship with NASA and MIT. Away from academia, Annika wrote, composed, and published original songs and competed in track and field and golf. She credits RA for her foundational skills.