Here’s How to Watch Cheshire Academy Alum Alexis Holmes in the Paris Olympics
Stay tuned here for regular updates on the track star and Hamden, CT, native as she goes for the gold in two events Cheshire Academy is brimming over with pride as we watch our own Alexis Holmes ’18 on the Olympic track. Read and watch below to learn how to follow her Olympic turn. Race […]
Three CA Pitchers Commit to Power 5 ACC Teams
Dedication and Hard Work Pay Off for Talented Trio on the Mound Three senior Cheshire Academy pitchers have committed to play for Power 5 Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) teams in college, an achievement that is rare for one high school squad, said Head Baseball Coach Anthony Giano P’19,‘20,’23. Garrett Snyder ’25 will head to Notre […]
CA Track Superstar Goes for the Gold at Paris Olympics
Alexis Holmes ’18 to Compete in the 400m, 4×400 Relay Cheshire Academy Class of 2018 track star Alexis Holmes is having a well-deserved moment in the spotlight as she goes for the gold at the Paris Olympics. Alexis will represent the USA in the women’s 400 and the 4×400 relay in the coming weeks. ABC […]
What is the International Baccalaureate® (IB) Programme – and Should I Choose it Over AP?
You’ve probably heard of Advancement Placement (AP) courses offered at many high schools across the country. But there’s another option for curious, motivated students that is more widely recognized around the globe: the International Baccalaureate Programme® (IB). Learn more to find out if the IB is right for you below, and get your questions answered […]
Why Should I Attend Private School?
Choosing between private and public high school can be nerve wracking. Here are a few things that set independent schools apart. If you’re deciding whether to send your child to public or private high school–or if you yourself are looking, you may be asking yourself: What makes private school worth the investment? What benefits are […]
Choosing the Right Private High School for Your Child
A well-researched decision can mean myriad opportunities for success Are you considering private day or boarding school for your child? You’re not alone. According to the Pew Research Center, about 10% of the country’s roughly 54.6 million K-12 students were enrolled in private school in the 2021-22 academic year. The reasons are many: Private schools […]
What Questions Should I Ask on a Private High School Tour?
You’ve checked out the website, read the brochures, and met an admission counselor during a school fair. Want to know what it’s really like to live and study at an independent school? Visiting in person is the best way to find your child’s home away from home – especially if you take the time for […]
Cheshire Academy Presents Diplomas to 87 Graduates
Find The Good founder Jack Tarca ’18 reminds grads to “embrace the challenge and enjoy the journey” Cheshire Academy celebrated the conclusion of its 230th year at the annual Commencement exercises June 1 in a festive ceremony. The event celebrated community, connection, and potential. The nation’s 11th oldest boarding school, Cheshire Academy awarded 87 degrees […]
Highly Selective Northeastern Says Yes to 10 Cats
Five will head to the college known for its international campuses and co-op learning Ten seniors from Cheshire Academy were accepted to Northeastern University, ranked the 14th most selective college in the nation by Boston Business Journal. Northeastern accepted just 6.8 percent of the record 98,373 applications it received for the Class of 2028. “In the […]
College Bound! PGs Earn Certificates at May 17 Ceremony
College Bound! PGs Earn Certificates at May 17 Ceremony Postgraduates celebrate college commitments, academic milestones with speeches, fanfare Postgraduate students at Cheshire Academy on Friday received their certificates, enjoying sunny skies, cheers from family and friends, and wise words from guest speaker Richard Ferraro, a postgrad from the Class of 1971, and student Mattis Karrasch, PG ’24, […]
