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SJA Announces Valedictorian and Salutatorian
St. Johnsbury Academy is proud to announce the valedictorian and salutatorian for the Class of 2026. Anya Moriarty of West Burke, Vermont, has been named valedictorian, and Isaac Lenzini of St. Johnsbury, Vermont, has been named salutatorian.
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Headmaster Dr. Sharon Howell is happy to announce that United States Senator Peter Welch will be St. Johnsbury Academy’s 2026 Commencement Speaker.
“It is an honor and a privilege to be invited to provide the commencement address honoring St. Johnsbury Academy’s class of 2026. I look forward to joining this next generation and their families, in celebrating their great achievements,” said Senator Welch. “It is a highlight of my work as a Senator to meet young Vermonters and young Americans as they begin their next chapters—I’m always inspired by their determination to change their communities and the world for the better.”
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We the People
On April 16-17, seven Academy AP US Government students traveled to the national We the People competition in Bethesda, Maryland. They were asked to respond to multiple constitutional questions and engage in discussion of those questions with a diverse panel of judges, including Supreme Court justices, History and Political Science professors, and other legal professionals. When not in sessions, the students enjoyed the sights and sounds of the nation's capital. Students attending the event were Ava Weaver '27, Penelope Mitchell '28, Kyra Dwyer '26, Isabella Cookson '26, Jeremiah Watson '26, Caleb Dimick '26, Teagan Healy '26. Mr. Weiss and Mrs. Scavito chaperoned the trip.
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Department Awards
As the school year comes to a close, each of the school's departments will recognize students in Chapel, such as senior Lily Groft, who received the English Department award from Headmaster Howell. We have created a gallery of photos that can be viewed here. Additional photos will be added as awards are presented.
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One-Act Play Writers Recognized
Congratulations to Amelie Baker '27, whose one-act play has won a first-place accolade at the Vermont Young Playwrights' Festival. Her play will be acted out by professional actors in a public performance. Marshall May '29 received second place, and his play will receive a cold reading by professional actors. Raine Rashid '27 and Mylo Robertson '26 have received Honorable Mention. (l-r) Raine, Marshall, Amelie, and Mylo gathered for a photo on Tuesday morning.
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Vermont Youth Poet Laureate
Surrounded by friends, family, past and present teachers, and a statue of Robert Frost, senior Marcus Burns (fifth from left), recently celebrated his selection as the new Vermont Youth Poet Laureate for 2026-2027 for a one-year term. Marcus was selected out of nine finalists.
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Film Students Take First Place
Congratulations to Film II/ Adv. Film students who won the Cohase Film Slam competition over the weekend: (right to left) Cooper Cusson '26, Griffin Knisley '27, Leo DeLucia '27, and Ace Irwin '26, as well as their actors Sydney Roper '27, Sycada Barnes '28, Elliette Melen '28, Riley Washington '26 (not shown), and Moxie Stahler (not shown), In addition, the film also won Best Use of Location, Best Use of Genre, and Best Use of Sound.
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Tech Storm Earns Rising All-Star Award
The St. Johnsbury Academy Robotics Team, Team 2523 Tech Storm, wrapped up its competition season with back-to-back weekend New England District competitions at UNH and UVM. The team’s 12th-place finish at UVM is its best showing since 2019. They were an Alliance captain in the playoffs and earned the Rising All-Star Award for the second year in a row, reflecting their strong growth and trajectory. Their robot, Presto, scored consistently, was fast and nimble on the field, and provided fierce defense in the 3-versus-3 robotics format.
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May 14-17
SJA Theatre Presents, Into the Woods,
Fuller Hall
Show times:
Thursday, May 14 - Saturday, May 16, 7:00 PM
Sunday, May 17, 2:00 PM
Admission:
Adults: $10.00
Students: $5.00
Tickets will be available at the door or can be purchased in advance here.
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Friday, May 15
Spring Day
Wednesday, May 20
Commencement Concert, Fuller Hall, 7:00 PM
Thursday, May 21
Final Exams Begin
The exam schedule is on our calendar at this link.
Monday, May 25
Memorial Day, No classes
Wednesday, May 27
Last Chapel
Thursday, May 28
Last Day of Classes
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2026-2027 Trip Offerings
The international and domestic trip offerings for 2026-2027 have been announced. To view the list and learn more, click here.
| | Members of the senior class presented their Capstone projects on Friday. Photos from the day can be viewed here. Videos of each presentation will be shared directly with the students. | | The cupcakes were fabulous in last week's Cupcake Wars in Chef Bystrzycki's kitchen. | | In the Hilltopper kitchen, students held their annual Chili Cook-Off last week. | | Ms. Smith and Mr. Roberts traveled to Ireland with a group of students. Photos from the trip can be viewed here. | | The latest episode of Rumble Strip features a number of SJA's plumbing and electrical students as they work to renovate the former Walgreens in town into the new Caledonia Food Co-Op. Click here to listen. | | Photos from Tuesday’s Boys’ Tennis match against Stowe are posted here. Early-season photos from Track and Field, Baseball, Girls' Ultimate, and Varsity Boys' Lacrosse can be found here. | | Monday’s Varsity Girls’ Lacrosse game vs. Spaulding is featured in this photo gallery. | | View photos from last week's JV Softball matchup with North Country here. | Photos from Saturday's JV Boys' Lacrosse game vs Lebannon can be viewed here. | | | | |
