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72 W o r c e s t e r 3 0 0 : C i t y o f I n n o v a t o r s A s the oldest educational institution founded in the city of Worcester— then only a town—Worcester Academy embraces a history and tenacious spirit forged by the community we've called home for 188 years. With a focus on the future, we remain true to our founding principles: educating promising young minds to go on to success in the world and make an honorable difference wherever they go. An urban independent school with a 71- acre historic campus on Providence Street, Worcester Academy overlooks the thriving Canal District, home to Polar Park and the Worcester Red Sox—the Triple-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox. Worcester Academy is proud to be the Official Independent School of the Worcester Red Sox. Since our school bell first rang out across the Worcester hills in 1834, WA students have received an excellent and time-befitting educational experience that fosters personal growth, nurtures a sense of belonging and well-being, and develops intellect. Our curriculum is holistic and forward-focused, providing students with authentic community engagement and real-world experiences that expand their perspectives, build their character, and deepen their understanding—enabling them to "Achieve the Honorable" in the classroom and throughout their lives. We balance problem-solving with communication skills, independence with connection, and hard work with fun and creativity. WA's day and boarding students, who are energized by our urban setting, come from as close as Union Hill to as far away as China, Kazakhstan, and Somaliland. At Worcester Academy, we are playful artists and grammar enthusiasts. We are fierce math competitors and championship athletes. We encourage students to flex their creative and problem-solving muscles. And we believe that the best education is a well-rounded one, which teaches students how to think—not what to think. A proud community of explorers and collaborators, we prepare our students not just for college, but for life. Our mission is to instill in students the desire to learn throughout life, to engage passionately with the world around them, and to be honorable persons of strong and resourceful character. Our Core Values— Honor, Respect, Community, Personal Growth, and Challenge—are essential to our mission and are a testimony to our beliefs and commitments. n WORCESTER ACADEMY: Your Future Starts Here Year Founded: 1834 Grades: 6-12 & Postgraduate Class of 2022: 140 Students Average Class Size: 14 Countries Represented: 15 Co-Curricular Clubs: 45 51 Athletic Teams Across 17 Sports Team Name: The Hilltoppers Mascot: Oskee The Hilltopper COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS / ACADEMY INITIATIVES The following is a list of our many community partnerships and initiatives aimed at supporting our neighborhood and city. Afternoon Tunes Program, the George I. Alden Trust, the Fred Harris Daniels Foundation, Grafton Street School, Greater Worcester Community Foundation, the George F. & Sybil H. Fuller Foundation, MetroWest/Greater Worcester Habitat for Humanity, St. John's Church, The Mildred H. McEvoy Foundation, the Phyllis W. McGillicuddy Charitable Trust, the William J. McKee Jr. Charitable Foundation (WA Class of 1927), the Paul Morano Sr. Fund for Community Enrichment, the Nativity School, the WA Worcester Scholars Program, The Progin Foundation, Somaliland Abaarso Tech Scholarships, the WA Summer Scholars Program, WA Summer Camp Program Scholarships, Union Hill School Building Bridges Diversity Program, Union Hill School Student Tutoring, Vernon Street School, Worcester Community Fridge Project, the city of Worcester, and the Worcester Red Sox. S P O N S O R E D P R O F I L E S