TEAM PLAYER: Riley Norwood ’20
A Commencement honor fuels a life of character and commitment to others Each year at Commencement, Cheshire Academy bestows the Jennifer Hawke-Petit Recognition Award on a deserving senior who emulates the late nurse’s wisdom, expertise, caring, and kindness. The 2020 recipient, Riley Norwood ’20, was no exception. “Riley accepted that award and made it her […]
Scary Good: Kyle Alex Brett ’05
A thrilling ride from a corporate lawyer to a creative executive for the team behind the hit chiller “Speak No Evil” Kyle Alex Brett ’05 instantly related to director Jordan Peele’s Oscar-winning film “Get Out.” First, the film reminded him of a short story he wrote in college. Second, he was a corporate lawyer for […]
O’Connell Invitational Draws Hundreds of Runners
12 NEPSAC schools took part in the 20th annual event More than 275 runners hit the trail Sept. 28 for the 20th annual O’Connell Invitational, Cheshire Academy’s signature cross country event. Founded in 2003 by Greg O’Connell ’66, the race brought 11 other NEPSAC schools to campus, which was festively decorated and groomed to meet […]
Global Perspectives: Temilade Onile ’22 Conducts Research in Tanzania
Class of 2022 alum uses lessons learned on CA campus during life-changing college research trip When she was a Cheshire Academy student, Temilade Onile ’22 loved meeting all the students who came to campus from around the world. But this past summer, she was the one doing the traveling: the Boston College junior spent three […]
CA Stages Going-Away Surprise for Dining Hall Icon
Keeon “KeKe” Shattuck receives standing ovation for more than 16 years of service with a smile Keeon Allen Shattuck, the smiling face of Gideon Welles Dining Hall, logged her final day at Cheshire Academy on Wednesday, Sept. 18, enjoying flowers, a handmade card, and a standing ovation from hundreds of grateful students. “I’m so honored […]
Cheshire Alum wins DOC NYC 40 Under 40 Recognition
Cheshire Academy Hall of Famer best known for award-winning documentary Scott A. Ruderman ’09, a 2024 Cheshire Academy Hall of Fame inductee, was named to the 2024 DOC NYC 40 Under 40 list spotlighting young creatives making an impact on the field of documentary through their powerful work and diverse voices. Ruderman was recognized for […]
“Reporting for WJZ…”: Tara Lynch ’18
CA’s 2018 valedictorian is moving up the ladder as an award-winning multimedia journalist Tara Lynch ’18 started her new job as a general assignment reporter for WJZ in Baltimore on March 25, 2024, just one day before the deadly collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. By her second week, she was on the city’s […]
CA alum Alexis Holmes ’18 wins gold at Paris Olympics
Track star anchors women’s 4x400m relay, runs personal best in solo 400m sprint Class of 2018 track star Alexis Holmes won a gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics this month, anchoring the winning team in the women’s 4x400m relay just a day after running a personal best time in the women’s 400m. Cheshire Academy’s […]
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 […]
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 […]
