The Peak | Weekly Newsletter | Worcester Academy

• 2026–2027 Re-Enrollment & Financial Aid Timeline

  As we begin planning for the 2026–2027 school year, we wanted to share key dates and steps for returning families regarding re-enrollment and financial aid.
  
  We will continue using the Clarity Financial Aid Portal this year. Families can access the link through the Tuition & Financial Aid page in the Admissions section of our website. The portal is now open for those who wish to begin the application.
  
  January 7, 2026
  Financial Aid forms, including 2024 tax returns and an estimate of 2025 income, must be submitted to Clarity.  Please note that the final 2025 tax forms are due no later than May 1, 2025. Please do not submit tax forms to Worcester Academy.
  
  February 10, 2026
  All parents and guardians of returning students can view and complete the re-enrollment contract in the myHilltop portal. Please note that these contracts will contain financial aid awards that will be finalized after your 2025 tax forms are submitted. Worcester Academy reserves the right to modify the award if we do not receive the tax forms or if the information on the forms does not align with what was shared on the application.
  
  February 27, 2026
  All returning contracts and deposits are due. Failure to return contracts by this date may result in forfeiture of any financial assistance and your child’s spot at Worcester Academy.
  
  As always, we look forward to working with your family. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the Admission Office.

• Deck the Rader Halls

  Middle School students are invited to join us for a festive end-of-year celebration on Friday, December 12, from 4:30–6:30 PM in Rader. The event will feature gingerbread houses, karaoke, cookie decorating, art projects, marshmallow tower challenges, fun competitions, raffles, a holiday scavenger hunt, pizza, and more! All Middle Schoolers are welcome. Sign-ups open on Tuesday, December 2.

• Parent and Guardian Coffee
  Parents and guardians, please join us for Worcester Academy’s Winter Coffee Hour on Friday, December 12. Hosted by Kevin and Dana Breen, the event will be held at Abercrombie House from 8:00 to 9:30 AM. Connect with other parents, ask questions, and share your experiences as we head into the holiday break. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and an assortment of breakfast pastries will be provided. Please register in advance.
• Dexter Prize Sign-Ups Open Soon

  The Middle School Dexter Prize, a long-standing Worcester Academy tradition in public speaking, is just around the corner. Students interested in participating may sign up between December 1 and January 7. Optional practice sessions will be held on Wednesdays from 1:40 to 2:00 PM to help students build skills and confidence ahead of the event. The winter contest will take place on February 13.  Students who are interested in participating should reach out to Mrs. Geenty.

• 2026–2027 Re-Enrollment & Financial Aid Timeline

  As we begin planning for the 2026–2027 school year, we wanted to share key dates and steps for returning families regarding re-enrollment and financial aid.
  
  We will continue using the Clarity Financial Aid Portal this year. Families can access the link through the Tuition & Financial Aid page in the Admissions section of our website. The portal is now open for those who wish to begin the application.
  
  January 7, 2026
  Financial Aid forms, including 2024 tax returns and an estimate of 2025 income, must be submitted to Clarity.  Please note that the final 2025 tax forms are due no later than May 1, 2025. Please do not submit tax forms to Worcester Academy.
  
  February 10, 2026
  All parents and guardians of returning students can view and complete the re-enrollment contract in the myHilltop portal. Please note that these contracts will contain financial aid awards that will be finalized after your 2025 tax forms are submitted. Worcester Academy reserves the right to modify the award if we do not receive the tax forms or if the information on the forms does not align with what was shared on the application.
  
  February 27, 2026
  All returning contracts and deposits are due. Failure to return contracts by this date may result in forfeiture of any financial assistance and your child’s spot at Worcester Academy.
  
  As always, we look forward to working with your family. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the Admission Office.

• Parent and Guardian Coffee
  Parents and guardians, please join us for Worcester Academy’s Winter Coffee Hour on Friday, December 12. Hosted by Kevin and Dana Breen, the event will be held at Abercrombie House from 8:00 to 9:30 AM. Connect with other parents, ask questions, and share your experiences as we head into the holiday break. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and an assortment of breakfast pastries will be provided. Please register in advance.

• WAGON Holiday Giving Program
  The 9th Annual WAGON Holiday Wishes Program is now underway, which supports Union Hill students by fulfilling two holiday gift wishes per child. Families who would like to participate may sign up here. Once you select a student, please write your name in the “Donated By” column.
  • After selecting a child:
    • Purchase the two requested gifts on Amazon and, if possible, place them in the same cart and check out together so they arrive in one box.
    • When selecting the shipping address, please use the school’s address (below).

      In the Name field, write Jamie Sullivan, the student’s row number, and the student’s name.

    • Shipping Label Should Read:
      Jamie Sullivan (Row #) Union Hill Student’s Name
      81 Providence St
      Worcester, MA 01604
      
      All gifts will be delivered to Union Hill on December 22. Thank you for helping us continue this meaningful Worcester Academy tradition.
• Morning and Evening Study Hall Policy
  To support academic accountability, the Upper School is implementing updated expectations for Morning and Evening Study Hall, assigned when students have unexcused absences or accumulate multiple tardies.
   
  • 1 hour of Study Hall is assigned for each unexcused class absence.
  • 30 minutes of Study Hall is assigned for every 4 unexcused tardies.

Students who miss a scheduled Study Hall without approval from the Upper School Office will not be permitted to participate in extracurricular activities, including athletic competitions, until the Study Hall is completed. (Students may still attend practices.)

Progressive consequences for missed Study Halls:

• 1 missed: Serve at next opportunity; no games/activities until completed
• 2 consecutive missed: Email home; serve the following week; activity restrictions continue
• 3 consecutive missed: Honor Meeting; activity restrictions continue
• 4 consecutive missed: Core Values Committee Meeting; activity restrictions continue
  
  These policies are designed to help students stay on top of academic responsibilities and ensure consistent communication between home and school.

• Athletics Schedule | December 8-14
  • Monday, December 8
    • 5:00 PM — Girls’ Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Rivers School — Away (Rivers School)
  • Wednesday, December 10
    • 3:30 PM — Girls’ Varsity Basketball vs. Phillips Andover Academy — Home (Capozzoli Athletic Center, Blackburn Court)
    • 3:30 PM — Boys’ Varsity Swimming vs. Wilbraham & Monson Academy — Home (McCabe Natatorium)
    • 3:30 PM — Girls’ Varsity Swimming vs. Wilbraham & Monson Academy — Home (McCabe Natatorium)
    • 4:00 PM — Boys’ 3rds Basketball vs. Williston Northampton School — Away (Williston Northampton School)
    • 4:00 PM — Boys’ Varsity Basketball vs. New Hampton School — Away (New Hampton School)
    • 4:00 PM — Boys’ Varsity Hockey vs. St. Mark’s School — Home (Worcester Ice Center)
    • 4:00 PM — Girls’ Varsity Hockey vs. Austin Prep — Home (Worcester Ice Center)
    • 5:00 PM — Boys’ Varsity 2 Basketball vs. Gann Academy — Home (Capozzoli Athletic Center, Blackburn Court)
  • Friday, December 12
    • 3:30 PM — Middle School Girls’ Basketball vs. Nativity School — Away (Nativity School)
    • 3:45 PM — Middle School Varsity Boys’ Basketball vs. St. Peter’s Central Catholic — Home (Capozzoli Athletic Center, Blackburn Court)
    • 5:30 PM — Boys’ Varsity 2 Basketball vs. Landmark School (Charger Classic) — Away (Chapel Hill–Chauncy Hall School)
  • Saturday, December 13
    • TBA — Boys’ Varsity 2 Basketball (Charger Classic) — Away (Chapel Hill–Chauncy Hall School)
    • 1:00 PM — Girls’ Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Mount St. Charles — Away (Mount St. Charles)
    • 2:00 PM — Boys’ 3rds Basketball (Suffield Play Day) vs. Suffield Academy / Deerfield Academy / Loomis Chaffee — Away (Suffield Academy)
    • 2:30 PM — Girls’ Varsity Basketball (Thomas Blackburn Holiday Tournament) vs. Brimmer & May — Home (Capozzoli Athletic Center, Blackburn Court)
    • 4:30 PM — Girls’ Varsity Hockey vs. Pingree School — Home (Worcester Ice Center)
    • 5:30 PM — Boys’ Varsity Basketball (Thomas Blackburn Holiday Tournament) vs. Kimball Union — Home (Capozzoli Athletic Center, Blackburn Court)
    • 6:40 PM — Boys’ Varsity Hockey vs. Kents Hill School — Home (Worcester Ice Center)
  • Sunday, December 14
    • TBA — Boys’ Varsity Basketball (Thomas Blackburn Holiday Tournament) vs. Tilton School / Mount St. Charles — Home (Capozzoli Athletic Center)
    • TBA — Girls’ Varsity Basketball (Thomas Blackburn Holiday Tournament) vs. Tilton School / Mount St. Charles — Home (Capozzoli Athletic Center)
    • 1:50 PM — Boys’ Varsity Hockey vs. Hebron Academy — Home (Worcester Ice Center)
• Thomas Blackburn Holiday Tournament Games
  • Saturday, December 13
    • ​​​​​​​1:00 PM—Tilton vs. Mount St. Charles (Girls')
    • 2:30 PM—Brimmer vs. Worcester (Girls')
    • 4:00 PM—Tilton vs. Mount St. Charles (Boys')
    • 5:30 PM—Kimball Union vs. Worcester (Boys')
  • Sunday, December 14
    • 11:30 AM—Girls’ Consolation
    • 1:00 PM—Boys’ Consolation
    • 2:30 PM—Girls’ Final
    • 4:00 PM—Boys’ Final

• Auditions for the Winter Play: Much Ado About Nothing
  Auditions for our winter production, Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, will take place in the Performance Center on December 8 and 9. All interested students are encouraged to try out; no prior experience is required. Interested students should fill out this audition form. 
• Fall Semester Music Showcase
  Students from our vocal and instrumental music classes and clubs, including Chorus, Instrumental Ensemble, Academy Singers, Instrumental Ensemble Club, Middle School Select Chorus, and other campus ensembles, will take the stage for our Fall Semester Music Showcase. Join us on Friday, December 12, at 7:00 PM in Warner Theater for this end-of-semester finale celebrating the hard work and talent of our student musicians. We hope to see you there!
• Summer Arts Opportunities at Northwestern University
  We’re excited to share information about Northwestern University’s National High School Institute, known as the “Cherubs” program, a prestigious summer opportunity for high school students interested in the arts and debate. Founded in 1931, the program offers intensive, college-level training and an unforgettable summer experience through four institutes: Theatre Arts, Film & Video, Playwriting, and Debate. Participants learn from professionals, collaborate with peers from around the world, and explore both the Northwestern campus and the city of Chicago. To learn more, view application deadlines, ask questions, or register for a virtual information session at nhsi.northwestern.edu.

• Winter Illness Reminder
  As we enter the winter months, seasonal illnesses become more common. To help our Health Office track trends and support our community, we ask that families please email Kelly Rizy if your child is out sick. Sharing basic details about symptoms helps us monitor patterns and keep our school environment as healthy as possible.

• Save the Date: Class of 2027 College Counseling Kickoff
  The College Counseling team invites parents and guardians of the Class of 2027 to an informative virtual kickoff session focused on the early stages of the college search and application process.

  We will gather on Wednesday, December 10, from 7:00 to 8:00 PM on Zoom. Please RSVP here.

• This session will include:
  • An introduction to the College Counseling Team
  • An overview of our plans for Juniors
  • A look at the college admissions timeline
  • Information about counselor assignments

• Order a Yearbook
  • Worcester Academy yearbooks are now available to order at www.yearbookforever.com.
    • $75 if ordered by December 31, 2025
    • $90 for orders placed on or after January 1, 2026
    • $10 shipping and a $3.99 processing fee are automatically applied to each order.
    • Yearbooks will be shipped directly to your home and are expected to arrive in early to mid-August after production begins in July. The final deadline to order is June 5, 2026.
• Senior Picture Yearbook Information
  Members of the senior class may submit a professional portrait for inclusion in the yearbook. If no outside picture is submitted, the standard school photo from myHILLTOP will be used.
  • Guidelines for submission:
    • The deadline for external submissions is December 1.
    • The photos must be submitted in digital format. Portrait images should be high-resolution (at least 640×800 pixels, at ~ 300 DPI), in a 3:4 or 2:3 aspect ratio in portrait, and should be JPEG/JPG or PNG files.
    • There are no dress code restrictions, aside from avoiding clothing with offensive imagery or messaging.
    • A singular chosen photo from each student can be submitted to the yearbook by emailing the file to sarah.percuoco@worcesteracademy.org and erinn.wall@worcesteracademy.org. Please be sure your student's full name is the name of the file that is sent.
• Yearbook Tribute Ads
  • If you would like to create a tribute ad for a member of the Class of 2026, visit www.yearbookforever.com, search for Worcester Academy, and click Get Started. The site will guide you through uploading photos and designing your ad.
    • Order by December 31, 2025, to receive a 10% discount
    • If you need help, please get in touch with Walsworth’s School Store at help@walsworth.com
    • The final deadline for ads is May 15, 2026.

• Deck the Rader Halls

  Middle School students are invited to join us for a festive end-of-year celebration on Friday, December 12, from 4:30–6:30 PM in Rader. The event will feature gingerbread houses, karaoke, cookie decorating, art projects, marshmallow tower challenges, fun competitions, raffles, a holiday scavenger hunt, pizza, and more! All Middle Schoolers are welcome. Sign-ups open on Tuesday, December 2.

• Dexter Prize Sign-Ups Open Soon

  The Middle School Dexter Prize, a long-standing Worcester Academy tradition in public speaking, is just around the corner. Students interested in participating may sign up between December 1 and January 7. Optional practice sessions will be held on Wednesdays from 1:40 to 2:00 PM to help students build skills and confidence ahead of the event. The winter contest will take place on February 13.  Students who are interested in participating should reach out to Mrs. Geenty.

• Lance Fall Creative Contest
  Thank you to all the students who participated in this fall’s Lance creative contest. We are proud of their hard work, imagination, and creativity. The submissions highlight a range of student writing and artwork, and the final selections have been compiled into a mini-zine for our community to enjoy. You can view their work here. 

• Athletics Schedule | December 1-7
  • Wednesday, December 1
    • 3:30 PM — Girls’ Varsity Basketball vs. Dexter Southfield School — Away (Dexter Southfield School)
    • 3:30 PM — Boys’ 3rds Basketball vs. Rectory School — Home (Capozzoli Athletic Center, Blackburn Court)
    • 4:00 PM — Boys’ Varsity Hockey vs. Middlesex School — Home (Worcester Ice Center)
    • 5:30 PM — Boys’ Varsity Basketball vs. Brimmer & May — Home (Capozzoli Athletic Center, Blackburn Court)
  • Friday, December 5
    • 4:00 PM — Boys’ Varsity Hockey vs. Berwick Academy — Home (Worcester Ice Center)
    • 4:00 PM — Girls’ Varsity Hockey vs. Northfield Mount Hermon — Home (Worcester Ice Center)
    • 4:30 PM — Girls’ Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Rectory School — Home (Capozzoli Athletic Center, Court #2)
    • 4:30 PM — Boys’ Varsity Basketball vs. South Kent School — Home (Capozzoli Athletic Center, Blackburn Court)
    • 6:00 PM — Girls’ Varsity Basketball vs. Winchendon School — Home (Capozzoli Athletic Center, Blackburn Court)
  • Saturday, December 6
    • 10:00 AM — Boys’ Varsity 2 Basketball vs. Auburn High School — Away (Auburn High School)
    • 3:00 PM — Girls’ Varsity Hockey vs. Portsmouth Abbey — Home (Worcester Ice Center)
  • Sunday December 7
    • 3:30 PM — Girls’ Varsity Basketball vs. Newman School (Girls Hoop Series – Winter Classic) — Away (Milton Academy)
    • 3:45 PM — Boys’ Varsity Basketball vs. Albany Academy (Zero Gravity Prep Classic) — Away

• Auditions for the Winter Play: Much Ado About Nothing
  Auditions for our winter production, Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, will take place in the Performance Center on December 8 and 9. All interested students are encouraged to try out; no prior experience is required. Interested students should fill out this audition form. 
• Fall Semester Music Showcase
  Students from our vocal and instrumental music classes and clubs, including Chorus, Instrumental Ensemble, Academy Singers, Instrumental Ensemble Club, Middle School Select Chorus, and other campus ensembles, will take the stage for our Fall Semester Music Showcase. Join us on Friday, December 12, at 7:00 PM in Warner Theater for this end-of-semester finale celebrating the hard work and talent of our student musicians. We hope to see you there!
• Summer Arts Opportunities at Northwestern University
  We’re excited to share information about Northwestern University’s National High School Institute, known as the “Cherubs” program, a prestigious summer opportunity for high school students interested in the arts and debate. Founded in 1931, the program offers intensive, college-level training and an unforgettable summer experience through four institutes: Theatre Arts, Film & Video, Playwriting, and Debate. Participants learn from professionals, collaborate with peers from around the world, and explore both the Northwestern campus and the city of Chicago. To learn more, view application deadlines, ask questions, or register for a virtual information session at nhsi.northwestern.edu.

• Winter Sports Reminder
  If your child plans to participate in a winter sport, please take a moment to ensure their physical is current and on file with Magnus Health. Students must have an up-to-date physical to participate in tryouts, practices, and games. Thank you for helping us keep all athletes cleared and ready to play!

• Pre-College Summer Programs Virtual Fair
  Current high school students and their parents/guardians are invited to register for the Summer 2026 Pre-College Opportunities Fair, a virtual event connecting families with representatives from leading U.S. colleges and universities. Learn more about summer academic programs for high school students at institutions such as Bentley University, Boston College, Boston University, Brown, Duke, Georgetown, Johns Hopkins, Tulane, Wake Forest, Washington University, UMASS, and many more. Attendees can visit virtual program booths, chat one-on-one with representatives via text or video, and access program materials before and after the event. Registration is free (one per household). Click here to register and learn more!

• Order a Yearbook
  • Worcester Academy yearbooks are now available to order at www.yearbookforever.com.
    • $75 if ordered by December 31, 2025
    • $90 for orders placed on or after January 1, 2026
    • $8 shipping and handling fee applies to each order
    • Yearbooks will be shipped directly to your home and are expected to arrive in early to mid-August after production begins in July. The final deadline to order is June 5, 2026.
• Senior Picture Yearbook Information
  Members of the senior class may submit a professional portrait for inclusion in the yearbook. If no outside picture is submitted, the standard school photo from myHILLTOP will be used.
  • Guidelines for submission:
    • The deadline for external submissions is December 1.
    • The photos must be submitted in digital format. Portrait images should be high-resolution (at least 640×800 pixels, at ~ 300 DPI), in a 3:4 or 2:3 aspect ratio in portrait, and should be JPEG/JPG or PNG files.
    • There are no dress code restrictions, aside from avoiding clothing with offensive imagery or messaging.
    • A singular chosen photo from each student can be submitted to the yearbook by emailing the file to sarah.percuoco@worcesteracademy.org and erinn.wall@worcesteracademy.org. Please be sure your student's full name is the name of the file that is sent.
• Yearbook Tribute Ads
  • If you would like to create a tribute ad for a member of the Class of 2026, visit www.yearbookforever.com, search for Worcester Academy, and click Get Started. The site will guide you through uploading photos and designing your ad.
    • Order by December 31, 2025, to receive a 10% discount
    • If you need help, please get in touch with Walsworth’s School Store at help@walsworth.com
    • The final deadline for ads is May 15, 2026.

• Deck the Rader Halls

  Middle School students are invited to join us for a festive end-of-year celebration on Friday, December 12, from 4:30–6:30 PM in Rader. The event will feature gingerbread houses, karaoke, cookie decorating, art projects, marshmallow tower challenges, fun competitions, raffles, a holiday scavenger hunt, pizza, and more! All Middle Schoolers are welcome. Sign-ups open on Tuesday, December 2.

• Dexter Prize Sign-Ups Open Soon

  The Middle School Dexter Prize, a long-standing Worcester Academy tradition in public speaking, is just around the corner. Students interested in participating may sign up between December 1 and January 7. Optional practice sessions will be held on Wednesdays from 1:40 to 2:00 PM to help students build skills and confidence ahead of the event. The winter contest will take place on February 13.  Students who are interested in participating should reach out to Mrs. Geenty.

• Lance Fall Creative Contest
  Thank you to all the students who participated in this fall’s Lance creative contest. We are proud of their hard work, imagination, and creativity. The submissions highlight a range of student writing and artwork, and the final selections have been compiled into a mini-zine for our community to enjoy. You can view their work here. 
• Spanish 2 Clothing Store Showcase
  Last week, our Spanish 2 students hosted their very own “Clothing Store”, where they practiced conversational skills by shopping, selling, and describing items entirely in Spanish. Students used vocabulary related to clothing, colors, and prices while engaging in real-time dialogue, creating a fun and immersive language experience.

• Green Team Community Stewardship Day
  Earlier this month, the Green Team organized a neighborhood spruce-up around campus and the Union Hill area. Students spent the afternoon working together outdoors, connecting with classmates, and helping care for the shared spaces near Worcester Academy.

• Athletics Schedule | December 1-7
  • Wednesday, December 1
    • 3:30 PM — Girls’ Varsity Basketball vs. Dexter Southfield School — Away (Dexter Southfield School)
    • 3:30 PM — Boys’ 3rds Basketball vs. Rectory School — Home (Capozzoli Athletic Center, Blackburn Court)
    • 4:00 PM — Boys’ Varsity Hockey vs. Middlesex School — Home (Worcester Ice Center)
    • 5:30 PM — Boys’ Varsity Basketball vs. Brimmer & May — Home (Capozzoli Athletic Center, Blackburn Court)
  • Friday, December 5
    • 4:00 PM — Boys’ Varsity Hockey vs. Berwick Academy — Home (Worcester Ice Center)
    • 4:00 PM — Girls’ Varsity Hockey vs. Northfield Mount Hermon — Home (Worcester Ice Center)
    • 4:30 PM — Girls’ Junior Varsity Basketball vs. Rectory School — Home (Capozzoli Athletic Center, Court #2)
    • 4:30 PM — Boys’ Varsity Basketball vs. South Kent School — Home (Capozzoli Athletic Center, Blackburn Court)
    • 6:00 PM — Girls’ Varsity Basketball vs. Winchendon School — Home (Capozzoli Athletic Center, Blackburn Court)
  • Saturday, December 6
    • 10:00 AM — Boys’ Varsity 2 Basketball vs. Auburn High School — Away (Auburn High School)
    • 3:00 PM — Girls’ Varsity Hockey vs. Portsmouth Abbey — Home (Worcester Ice Center)
  • Sunday December 7
    • 3:30 PM — Girls’ Varsity Basketball vs. Newman School (Girls Hoop Series – Winter Classic) — Away (Milton Academy)
    • 3:45 PM — Boys’ Varsity Basketball vs. Albany Academy (Zero Gravity Prep Classic) — Away

• Auditions for the Winter Play: Much Ado About Nothing
  Auditions for our winter production, Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, will take place in the Performance Center on December 8 and 9. All interested students are encouraged to try out; no prior experience is required. Interested students should fill out this audition form. 
• Fall Semester Music Showcase
  Students from our vocal and instrumental music classes and clubs, including Chorus, Instrumental Ensemble, Academy Singers, Instrumental Ensemble Club, Middle School Select Chorus, and other campus ensembles, will take the stage for our Fall Semester Music Showcase. Join us on Friday, December 12, at 7:00 PM in Warner Theater for this end-of-semester finale celebrating the hard work and talent of our student musicians. We hope to see you there!
• Summer Arts Opportunities at Northwestern University
  We’re excited to share information about Northwestern University’s National High School Institute, known as the “Cherubs” program, a prestigious summer opportunity for high school students interested in the arts and debate. Founded in 1931, the program offers intensive, college-level training and an unforgettable summer experience through four institutes: Theatre Arts, Film & Video, Playwriting, and Debate. Participants learn from professionals, collaborate with peers from around the world, and explore both the Northwestern campus and the city of Chicago. To learn more, view application deadlines, ask questions, or register for a virtual information session at nhsi.northwestern.edu.

• Winter Sports Reminder
  If your child plans to participate in a winter sport, please take a moment to ensure their physical is current and on file with Magnus Health. Students must have an up-to-date physical to participate in tryouts, practices, and games. Thank you for helping us keep all athletes cleared and ready to play!

• Pre-College Summer Programs Virtual Fair
  Current high school students and their parents/guardians are invited to register for the Summer 2026 Pre-College Opportunities Fair, a virtual event connecting families with representatives from leading U.S. colleges and universities. Learn more about summer academic programs for high school students at institutions such as Bentley University, Boston College, Boston University, Brown, Duke, Georgetown, Johns Hopkins, Tulane, Wake Forest, Washington University, UMASS, and many more. Attendees can visit virtual program booths, chat one-on-one with representatives via text or video, and access program materials before and after the event. Registration is free (one per household). Click here to register and learn more!

• Order a Yearbook
  • Worcester Academy yearbooks are now available to order at www.yearbookforever.com.
    • $75 if ordered by December 31, 2025
    • $90 for orders placed on or after January 1, 2026
    • $8 shipping and handling fee applies to each order
    • Yearbooks will be shipped directly to your home and are expected to arrive in early to mid-August after production begins in July. The final deadline to order is June 5, 2026.
• Senior Picture Yearbook Information
  Members of the senior class may submit a professional portrait for inclusion in the yearbook. If no outside picture is submitted, the standard school photo from myHILLTOP will be used.
  • Guidelines for submission:
    • The deadline for external submissions is December 1.
    • The photos must be submitted in digital format. Portrait images should be high-resolution (at least 640×800 pixels, at ~ 300 DPI), in a 3:4 or 2:3 aspect ratio in portrait, and should be JPEG/JPG or PNG files.
    • There are no dress code restrictions, aside from avoiding clothing with offensive imagery or messaging.
    • A singular chosen photo from each student can be submitted to the yearbook by emailing the file to sarah.percuoco@worcesteracademy.org and erinn.wall@worcesteracademy.org. Please be sure your student's full name is the name of the file that is sent.
• Yearbook Tribute Ads
  • If you would like to create a tribute ad for a member of the Class of 2026, visit www.yearbookforever.com, search for Worcester Academy, and click Get Started. The site will guide you through uploading photos and designing your ad.
    • Order by December 31, 2025, to receive a 10% discount
    • If you need help, please get in touch with Walsworth’s School Store at help@walsworth.com
    • The final deadline for ads is May 15, 2026.