SJA News - May 28, 2025

CAMPUS NEWS

Gloria Spreads Happiness Around Campus

Senior Quinn Macdonald wrote the following story about the school's new therapy dog, Gloria.

St. Johnsbury Academy recently welcomed a new four-legged staff member to campus to address student mental health and well-being. Gloria, a three-year-old golden retriever, joined Ms. Cote, who is a licensed clinical social worker, as SJA’s first therapy dog. 

Ms. Cote was first made aware of the need for a service dog on campus as a result of a former student's capstone project. The student approached Ms. Cote, hoping to bring a therapy dog program here to SJA. Ms. Cote was eager to help support this student in making this project a reality for the community. 

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Presenting to the Vermont Supreme Court

Seniors in Mr. Weiss' AP Government and Politics class traveled to the Vermont Supreme Court, where they presented on constitutional issues to a panel of legal professionals. From left to right: Addison Heath, Ari Levin, Moses Andrews, Alia Davis, Zoe Buhner, Zackary Alamuddin, Rosemary Gimler, Adeline Hetzelt, Aiden McLean, Mr. Weiss.

Supporting Vermont Flood Relief and Recovery

As part of her Capstone project, Fundraising for Vermont Flood Relief and Recovery, senior Jorryn Burchell held a raffle fundraiser during Spring Day with donated ceramic items created by her and Mr. Chatterley, Fine Arts Department Chair. Mrs. Gary was one of the winners and is shown here with Jorryn and the bear she created in Mr. Chatterley's pottery studio.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Wednesday, May 28

Last Chapel, Fuller Hall, 1:00 PM

Live stream at this link.

Commencement Week Events

A complete list of senior events and links to streaming options can be viewed here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

AROUND CAMPUS

The Class of 2025 had marching practice this morning.

Chef Bystrzycki's students showed off their wedding cakes last week. View individual cake photos here.

Mr. Stark and his Building Trades students created this little library for residents of South Wheelock.

ATHLETICS

Congratulations to senior Meredith Rogers, who signed to play lacrosse at Fitchburg State University last week, surrounded by her family, and Coach Begin Giddings.

Photos from the Softball Senior Recognition celebration and game photos can be viewed here.

The Boys' Lacrosse team recognized their seniors before Friday night's game against Lyndon Institute. Photos of the event/game can be viewed here.