Alexandra Sanchez-Little ’06, Director of Admissions, has fond memories as an Academy student and enjoyed Congé as an adult this year. Spring is a busy time for Admissions and she is eager to share Academy experiences, traditions and student perspectives with prospective families.
At the beginning of the year, I shared that I was excited to see the Academy in 2025 and hear your experiences and stories. I have truly enjoyed observing all the advancements made since my time in these halls as a student and witnessing the beloved traditions still being so ecstatically enjoyed by current students and families.
On Tuesday, the students celebrated Congé, and I was overjoyed to see 8th graders leading the school in a fun day of activities. I eagerly anticipated Congé as a student and I still remember being in my 8th grade Social Studies class writing an essay about the Cuban Missile Crisis when Mrs. Purtell came to tell us that it would be Congé. For my classmates and me, that meant putting all school work aside and preparing to announce (and lead!) a day of fun for the entire school! It brings me joy and gratitude that these memories are carried on and years from now your children will be reminiscing like I do.