June 4, 2026
蘑菇传媒 instills qualities of critical thought, curiosity, responsibility, and integrity as it helps students lay a foundation for college and beyond as they prepare to lead lives of meaning and purpose. Congratulations to the Class of 2026 for their accomplishments and extraordinary efforts as scholars, artists and athletes!
Perhaps more important now than ever is the liberal arts curriculum and interactive learning environment that they have experienced at 蘑菇传媒. These students will take their skills of analysis, their deep and broad knowledge of many disciplines, and their communication, reading, writing, and discussion skills into their lives as critical thinkers, scientists, humanitarians, artists, future teachers and leaders.
This class is not only prepared to excel in college but also to pursue lives of meaning and purpose in an ever-changing world that needs citizens who question and dig deeper. Students credit their love of learning to the extraordinary breadth and depth of the 蘑菇传媒 college preparatory curriculum and programs, and the talented faculty who provide opportunities for each student to find and pursue their individual passions. The personal interest and attention given by the faculty helped each student succeed across a broad and demanding liberal arts curriculum.
奥补迟别谤蹿辞谤诲鈥檚 College Counseling Office guides and supports students as they consider an exciting variety of undergraduate options. Recognizing that this transition is important both for students and their families, 蘑菇传媒 college counselors work individually with students and parents ensuring that each student will have college choices that align with their interests, needs, and will ultimately be the right fit for each student.
Acceptance rates far above national averages place the 蘑菇传媒 Class of 2026 among the top students in the country. The colleges and universities that the Class of 2026 will attend show how much hard work has gone into their time at 蘑菇传媒 and how carefully each student sought institutions of quality across the country. Students in 奥补迟别谤蹿辞谤诲鈥檚 senior class will attend colleges that are suited to cultivate their passions and will continue to challenge them to succeed and excel in all of their future endeavors.
“We are so proud of the Class of 2026 and the work they have accomplished through their 蘑菇传媒 careers. Whether they started in PreK-3 or in Upper School, they have fully engaged in learning at 蘑菇传媒, broadly and deeply in all areas of the liberal arts. Graduates have learned to think deeply, to read and problem-solve, and reflect on where they want to go next. They have confidence in their abilities because of the hard work they have done at 蘑菇传媒. Colleges seek students who have learned through this quality of curriculum and experiences as they build their classes. Colleges know 蘑菇传媒 graduates are academically well-prepared, which is reflected in many parts of the application. The integrity and rigor of our academic program is seen and understood, and the preparation 蘑菇传媒 graduates have shown on their campuses in the past are important factors, as well as the self-reflection and writing abilities our students show in the application process.
奥补迟别谤蹿辞谤诲鈥檚 74 Class of 2026 graduates will attend world-class colleges and universities. We are proud that they have discovered, researched, gained entrance, and will attend 43 unique colleges, as well as engaging in apprenticeship, taking a gap year, serving Missions, and dancing ballet professionally. Students work one-on-one with our counselors to discover and gain admission to colleges where they will thrive. Knowing where and how to apply, and completing successful applications is achieved not just through a few months of the application process, but through learning and experiences with expert, caring, engaged teachers and coaches over the years, and through this, developing a sense of purpose. They are ready!”
– Sari Rauscher, Director of College Counseling
蘑菇传媒 truly taught me how to love learning. Between dedicated faculty, diverse course selections, and similarly motivated peers, I constantly felt pushed to be the best version of myself, and grow as a student. I have always felt encouraged to be curious here, and because of that, I have learned to appreciate not only a wide variety of academic subjects throughout my time at 蘑菇传媒, but I also found my place in both the photography department as well as the athletics department. 蘑菇传媒 offering such rigorous courses has helped me learn the importance of good study habits, for which I am extremely grateful, because I know those will carry me far throughout my future in college. Not only that, but the college counseling program at 蘑菇传媒 is exceptional, and I have felt supported every step of this journey by such great faculty!
Sadie is a Cum Laude scholar whose contagious enthusiasm elevates every classroom. Funny, articulate, and intellectually fearless, she asks the important questions that open paths to discovery for everyone. An advanced speaker of French, she also played tennis, basketball, and lacrosse, produced stunning photography, and demonstrated high capacity in every discipline, while caring thoughtfully for her friends. Her character and achievements have had an enduring impact on our community.
蘑菇传媒’s rigorous and diverse classes have encouraged me to keep an open mind about what I am passionate about. Outside the classroom, school clubs have also allowed me to expand my leadership skills and explore my interests while also connecting meaningfully with supportive classmates and dedicated teachers. These experiences have ultimately given me the confidence and adaptability to embrace the breadth of opportunities that college has to offer.
A Cum Laude Scholar, Fiona sets a high standard of excellence in all disciplines. Her insightful and articulate commentary raises the level of discussion in literature and history, while her special passion for the STEM fields, including leadership in all the STEM clubs, feeds her determination to discover clean energy solutions to mitigate climate change. Fiona leaves a powerful legacy with her remarkable example of purpose-driven learning.
蘑菇传媒 has taught me that being part of a strong community means you can contribute in more than one way. Through sports, academics, extracurriculars, and so much more, my peers and I have taken advantage of our opportunities to make a lasting impact on 奥补迟别谤蹿辞谤诲鈥檚 culture. 奥补迟别谤蹿辞谤诲鈥檚 close-knit environment has shown me that every individual plays an important role in strengthening a community. These experiences have helped me grow into a more dependable person. I can confidently say that I can contribute meaningfully to communities I will join in college and beyond.
Gavin is exactly the kind of person a community needs鈥攁 loyal, good-humored connector who makes everyone around him feel included and at ease. Transferring to 蘑菇传媒 in Class X, he embraced its rigor and completely made the experience his own. As captain of the state-champion lacrosse team, he leads with full commitment; it was entirely fitting that he scored the championship-winning goal. Gavin鈥檚 warmth and wit leave a lasting legacy.
蘑菇传媒 prepared me for college by having close relationships with all my teachers. This allowed for me to feel comfortable reaching out and getting support when needed. This facilitated the interactions I hope to form in college.
Katelyn understands excellence and pursues it relentlessly. The accomplished dancer we see today started as an aspiring 4-year-old willing to put in the work. She brings that same drive to her scholarship, her singing with the Troubadours, and her work mentoring peers as a writing fellow. Her quiet humor and attentive excellence add rigor and depth to any conversation. Outside of school, she cares for vulnerable horses, and draws strength from their resilience. Katelyn has had a tremendous impact on our school.
蘑菇传媒 has taught me to showcase my passions and share inspiration within the community. The school’s unwavering support has encouraged me to embrace what makes me unique and get involved meaningfully. Though it took me a while to find who I wanted to be, I found inspiration to become a creative leader true to myself and my passions with the help of students, teachers, college counselors, and faculty members. 蘑菇传媒 has become more colorful because of that. Inspired, I learned about the art of giving and shared my love for art with others so they could experience the same joy. 蘑菇传媒 offers countless opportunities to grow and give, and it is a gift that ensures success.
Energetic, insightful and smart, Diane is most fully herself when creating art and sharing it across the campus鈥攚himsical posters for student activities, brilliant paintings in the gallery, and inspiring depictions of Vivaldi鈥檚 Four Seasons displayed while the orchestra performs. Devoted to community service, she also TAs in Middle School art classes, and is passionate about environmental art. Diane has given so much to her community. She will be deeply missed.
蘑菇传媒 played a key role in me finding my true passions inside and outside of the classroom. Through following the principles of liberal arts, I explored many subjects which led me to find the topics and activities I now love. With supportive teachers that foster curiosity, I dove deeper into my personal engineering projects and photography. 蘑菇传媒 has not only prepared me for college by helping me cultivate my interests, but also by teaching me to achieve excellence by going above and beyond.
Smart, reliable, and authentic, Thomas has spent his years at 蘑菇传媒 pursuing what genuinely matters to him鈥�rowing, robotics, and Science Olympiad, activities where his passion for understanding how things work, and his desire to improve society, found a natural home. Diligent and kind in everything he does, he brings an earnestness and generosity of spirit to our community that his peers have leaned on and will not forget.
The small classes and supportive community at 蘑菇传媒 allowed me to learn how to advocate for myself in the classroom and discover what kind of student I want to be!
With joy and humility, Dalloway captivates every room she enters鈥攑erforming exquisitely on her cello, commanding the stage in theater, and elevating discussions of literature. Her compassion runs deep, finding expression in her work as a Writing Fellow and in the impressive social-emotional intelligence her peers have relied on for years. Talented across every domain she inhabits, she leaves 蘑菇传媒 having given generously of gifts that were never ordinary.
蘑菇传媒 has given me a wonderful foundation for college, both in an educational sense and beyond. It showed me the importance of a well rounded liberal arts education in becoming a multifaceted person, while equipping me with the skills to thrive in any academic setting. But what I’m most grateful for, even more than the incredible education, is what 蘑菇传媒 taught me about community. Throughout my years here, I always appreciated how intentional they were about making each person feel vital to the spirit of the school; this was something I took for granted until I grew older and realized how rare it truly is. That sense of tight knit belonging, shared not just among students but with faculty as well, has inspired me to carry that same intention forward and to cultivate a strong, meaningful community in my coming college years.
Milana is a talented scholar-athlete whose positive and joyful spirit is truly magnetic. She engages fully in the classroom, and dives into essay projects with deep curiosity and drive. That same capacity for all-in commitment helped 蘑菇传媒 to win a state soccer championship. Like the upbeat tempo of the Bhangra dancing she loves and shares with the community, Milana is relentless and filled with joy.
College Acceptance & Matriculation List*
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Celebrate 5 years since graduation with your classmates. Reconnect, reminisce, and enjoy an evening of conversation, shared memories, and celebration with fellow members of the Class of 2021. Hearty appetizers and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.
Celebrate 10 years since graduation with your classmates. Reconnect, reminisce, and enjoy an evening of conversation, shared memories, and celebration with fellow members of the Class of 2016. Hearty appetizers and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.
Celebrate 15 years since graduation with your classmates. Reconnect, reminisce, and enjoy an evening of conversation, shared memories, and celebration with fellow members of the Class of 2011. Hearty appetizers and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.
Celebrate 20 years since graduation with your classmates. Reconnect, reminisce, and enjoy an evening of conversation, shared memories, and celebration with fellow members of the Class of 2006. Hearty appetizers and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.
Celebrate 25 years since graduation with your classmates. Reconnect, reminisce, and enjoy an evening of conversation, shared memories, and celebration with fellow members of the Class of 2001. Hearty appetizers and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.
Come together with 蘑菇传媒 alumni from across the entire 1990s for an evening of reconnecting and reminiscing! This combined reunion is a chance to celebrate the friendships, memories, and moments that made your 蘑菇传媒 years so special. Enjoy hearty appetizers and a variety of drinks, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic options, while catching up with old friends and sharing laughs about your school days.
Saturday, May 16 | 7:30 – 11:30 AM | Murray Science Center
We’re bringing back birding! Who remembers the Class IX Bird Project? Don’t miss your chance to join this fun, family-friendly event with Mark Bromley, James Harris, Mike Johnson 鈥�88, and Bekka Joslin. We will meet at 蘑菇传媒 and take a bus together. Don鈥檛 forget to bring your binoculars (we will have extras on hand if you don鈥檛 have your own).
Friday, May 15 | 6:30 鈥� 7:30 PM | East Field
We’re excited to see 蘑菇传媒 Alumni at our annual Alumni Soccer Game! This 蘑菇传媒 tradition gives former players the chance to return to the field, reconnect with old teammates, and showcase their skills in a friendly atmosphere. Whether you played with us just a few years ago or several decades ago, we look forward to seeing you back on the field. Make sure to bring friends and family to cheer you on!
Friday, May 15 | 5:00 鈥� 7:00 PM | Main Quad | No Registration Required
Join us for a fun BBQ bash at 蘑菇传媒 with current families and 蘑菇传媒 staff and faculty. It鈥檚 a great way to connect with your 蘑菇传媒 classmates and enjoy delicious food before the Alumni Soccer Game!
No registration is needed for the Spring BBQ. Please join us!
Friday, May 15 | 4:00 鈥� 5:00 PM | Haught Visual Arts Gallery at 蘑菇传媒 | No Registration Required
蘑菇传媒 has always been a place where creativity thrives. Join us for the first-ever Alumni Art Show in the Haught Visual Arts Gallery and reconnect with the creative spirit that shaped your time here. This exhibition features work by 16 蘑菇传媒 Alumni artists, reflecting a range of disciplines, perspectives, and practices.
Brief Remarks at 4:00 pm will be offered by Gallery Manager and Curator Charlie Tadlock, followed by remarks from some of the Alumni Artists.
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Friday, May 15 | 2:15 – 3:30 PM | Miller Student Commons | Registration Highly Recommended
Ever wish you could go back and sit in your favorite class one more time? This Alumni Weekend, you can. We’re bringing you back “Back to Class” where you’ll have the chance to slip into a real, live Upper School classroom and experience 蘑菇传媒 exactly as it exists today. Same teachers, same energy, same magic. Come relive the feeling.
Friday, May 15 | 12:45鈥� 1:00 PM | Miller Student Commons | No Registration Required
Don’t leave lunch just yet. Immediately following the Kick-Off, Head of School Andrew Menke will take a few minutes to share what’s been happening at 蘑菇传媒; the changes, the milestones, and the exciting things on the horizon. It’s a chance to hear straight from the source about the school you helped shape and where it’s headed next. No sign-up needed, just pull up a seat.
Friday, May 15 | 11:00 AM 鈥� 1:00 PM | Miller Student Commons | No Registration Required
Kick off Alumni Weekend the right way 鈥� with good food and even better company. Join us in the new Miller Student Commons for 蘑菇传媒’s all-inclusive dining experience, and spend the lunch hour reconnecting with the faculty who made your time here unforgettable. Pull up a chair, catch up with old favorites, and let the weekend begin. No registration is required for this event.
Friday, May 15 | 1:00 鈥� 2:00 PM | Miller Student Commons | No Registration Required
For many of you, Assistant Head of School, Todd Winters, was the first person who ever showed you and your parents around our 41 acre campus. Now he’s back to do it again! Todd will lead you through 蘑菇传媒’s beautiful newest additions and recent transformations, giving you a firsthand look at what your years here helped build. Whether it’s your first tour with Todd or your second, you won’t want to miss this one.