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FENWICK

10/16/26

FRESHMAN CLASS RETREAT

THIS WEEK AT FENWICK

TABLE OF CONTENTS 01 SOPHOMORE ENGINEERING CHALLENGE

02 FRESHMAN LEADERSHIP CLASS Freshman Crusaders in Training Class and the Senior Crusader Peer Leader Class

03 SHOWING UP AT 9% Fenwick School and College Counselor Jackie Sweeney says that sometimes the hardest thing our students do is simply show up.

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06 HERALD AND GLOBE PLAYERS OF

SPOOKY SPIKE SPOOKY SPIKE

THE WEEK

Second times an extra charm for our Herald Football players of the week – plus a Globe Player of the Week!

07 CROSS COUNTRY CCL CHAMPS Cross Country Claims League Title, Breaks School Record, and Brings Home the Medals!

08 WEEKLY SCOREBOARD 10 SCHOOL MEALS REPORT CARD SURVEY

COLLEGE VISITS

ENCOUNTER XI

ADMISSION OPEN HOUSE

CATHOLIC COLLEGE PATHWAYS

Prayer, reflection, fun, and Encounter with Christ

We’d love your help to spread the word!

14 COLLEGE AFFORDABLE

OCTOBER DATES Please note early release on October 21 and 22 – specifics for Peabody Bus schedules can be found here

School Calendar

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Lunchtime Payment Athletic Calendar SCHOOL CALENDAR

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SOPHOMORES TAKE ON ENGINEERING CHALLENGE!

REACHING NEW HEIGHTS 30 sheets of paper. One roll of tape. One can of beans. How high can you go? Fenwick sophomores put their creativity, problemsolving skills, and engineering knowledge to the test this week with a hands-on design challenge! After learning about the criteria and constraints that shape real-world engineering projects, students were tasked with building the tallest paper tower possible using just 30 sheets of computer paper and one roll of tape. The catch? Their structures had to support the weight of a 15.5-ounce can of beans! Through trial, error, teamwork, and plenty of creative thinking, students discovered that building tall is one thing – building strong is another. The winning design, built by the team of Lily Chan, Sophia Davis, Sophia Giglio, and Lilliana DiMercurio, reached an impressive 140 centimeters (nearly 4 feet, 7 inches) while successfully supporting the can!

BUILDING CONNECTION, CONNECTION, COMMUNITY, COMMUNITY, AND DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP: CITIZENSHIP: CRUSADERS IN TRAINING Hello Families! This week, during our Crusaders in Training class, our freshmen participated in a fun, interactive, and meaningful activity called “Have You Ever?” The purpose of this exercise was to help students get to know one another better, recognize the experiences they share, and understand that they are not alone in the challenges, feelings, and situations they encounter as they navigate their high school years. The activity invited students to stand in a circle while I read a series of questions about everyday experiences. If a question applied to them, students moved to a different spot in the circle, often discovering that classmates had experienced the same thing. From lighthearted moments, such as accidentally calling a teacher “Mom” or pretending to laugh at a joke they did not understand, to more serious topics involving social media, online rumors, hurtful messages, and cyberbullying, the activity encouraged students to recognize both their individuality and their common ground. One of the most important messages of this exercise was that we are often not as alone in our experiences as we may think. As students moved around the circle, they had opportunities to see how much they had in common with their peers, even classmates they may not know very well, and the senior leaders participated as well, giving the freshmen a chance to see that even upperclassmen share the same experiences that they do. These moments can help build friendships, strengthen our sense of belonging, and remind students that everyone has a story worth understanding.

Because our freshmen are growing up in an increasingly connected digital world, we also used this activity to introduce important conversations about responsible online behavior. Questions about privacy, online impersonation, hurtful messages, and cyberbullying encouraged students to consider how their choices affect others. We emphasized the importance of treating others with kindness and respect, protecting personal information, thinking carefully before sharing content online, and seeking help from a trusted adult when something online feels unsafe or harmful. We also reinforced that students can make a meaningful difference by supporting someone who is being bullied and speaking up when they see something wrong. Following the activity, students were encouraged to reflect on what it felt like to discover that others had shared their experiences, as well as what it might feel like to be the only person in the room who had experienced something. These conversations were led by the senior peer leaders, and helped reinforce empathy, understanding, and the importance of creating a school community where every student feels seen, valued, and supported. As the Assistant Dean of Student Life, I believe that helping our freshmen develop strong relationships, make thoughtful decisions, and understand their responsibility to one another is an essential part of their high school experience. Our Crusaders in Training program provides opportunities to build these skills beyond the traditional classroom setting, preparing students to contribute positively to our school community both in person and online. Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to help our freshmen grow into responsible, compassionate, and confident young adults. We look forward to continuing these important conversations throughout the school year.

DOUBLE TAKE

PLAYERS OF THE WEEK BOSTON HERALD PLAYERS OF THE WEEK

BOSTON GLOBE PLAYER OF THE WEEK

Congratulations to Andrew Kiricoples ‘28 and Jamie Dube ‘28 for being named Boston Herald Football Players of the week (again!)!

“Andrew Kiricoples, Bishop Fenwick — The junior was nearly perfect in a 52-22 win over Cardinal Spellman, completing 13 of 14 passes for 305 yards and three touchdowns.”

“Andrew Kiricoples went 13-of-14 for 305 yards and three touchdowns while Jamie Dube had had six rushes for 134 yards and two touchdowns in Bishop Fenwick’s 52-22 win over Cardinal Spellman.”

CROSS COUNTRY CLAIMS LEAGUE TITLE, BREAKS SCHOOL RECORD, AND BRINGS HOME THE MEDALS!

RUNNING TOWARD GREATNESS It's been an outstanding stretch for Fenwick Cross Country, with a league championship, a school record, and impressive performances at three major meets! CCL CHAMPIONS! The girls captured the Catholic Central League title with victories over Archbishop Williams and Bishop Stang. Adelaide Sweatman led the way, winning in 19:02 – nearly two full minutes ahead of the field! Olivia Rowe and Elia Dunja completed a Fenwick sweep of the top three spots, while Kayla Antico (6th), Katie Kelley (8th), and Isabella Santoro (9th) helped seal the championship. On the boys' side, Deven Dion and Chris Kay delivered strong fifth- and sixth-place finishes. A SCHOOL RECORD FALLS! At the Frank Kelley Invitational in Wrentham, Sweatman made history, breaking Fenwick's 2013 girls' 5K record with a time of 18:44, finishing fourth among 120 runners! In the girls' grade-level 3K race, senior Olivia Rowe, senior Isabella Santoro, freshman Elia Dunja, sophomore Kayla Antico, and sophomore Katie Kelley placed top 25, finishing with medals for their age group. In the boys’ gradelevel 3k race, sophomore Deven Dion and junior Chris Kay placed top 25, and took home medals for their age group. SHINING AT TWILIGHT! The girls continued their success on Cape Cod, The following runners were medalists, placing top 25 in their respective races with over 200 participants in each section: Elia Dunja finished 7th in the freshman 2.1 mile, Kayla Antico finished 6th in the sophomore 5k, Katie Kelley finished 12th in the sophomore 5k, Lyla Ranford finished 2nd in the JV 5k, Isabella Santoro finished 17th in the JV 5k, and Adelaide Sweatman finished 7th in the varsity 5k. Amelie Hopkins had the biggest improvement from last year in this race, taking 3 minutes off her time! From championship victories and record-breaking runs to personal bests and podium-worthy performances, Fenwick Cross Country is putting together a season worth celebrating.

Congratulations to all our Crusader runners and coaches!

Weekly Weekly Scoreboard October 2-15

Cross Country

Girls’ Soccer

Archbishop Williams: Boys: L 19-42 Girls: W 18-40 Frank Kelley Invitational Twilight Invitational

Danvers: T 2-2 Cardinal Spellman: L 3-2 Arlington Catholic: W 7-0 Wakefield: W 5-1

Field Hockey St. Mary’s: L 3-1 Arlington Catholic: W 9-1 Arlington Catholic: W 9-0 St. Mary’s: L 4-3

Boys’ Soccer

Football

Hamilton Wenham: W 1-0 Cardinal Spellman: T 0-0 Arlington Catholic: W 4-0 Danvers: W 2-0 St. Mary’s: L 7-2

Archbishop Williams: L 28-14 Cardinal Spellman: W 52-22

Volleyball

Golf

Cardinal Spellman St. Mary’s Malden Catholic Cardinal Spellman

Danvers; L 3-0 Lynnfield: L 3-0 Cardinal Spellman: L 3-2 Arlington Catholic: L 3-0 St. Mary’s: W 3-0 Cardinal Spellman: L 3-0

THE BEST WAY TO SHARE FENWICK? INVITE SOMEONE TO EXPERIENCE IT. Our first Open House is October 22 – and our Fenwick families can help make it a success!

Our first Open House is October 22 – and our Fenwick families can help make it a success! Every Fenwick family has a story. Maybe it started with a recommendation from a friend, a conversation on the sidelines of a game, or a visit to campus that just felt right. Whatever brought you to Fenwick, your experience is now one of our most valuable ways to introduce the next generation of Crusaders to our community. Your conversations, recommendations, and personal experiences really do matter. On Thursday, October 22, from 4:00–6:00 PM, Fenwick will welcome prospective students and families to campus for Open House. You know better than anyone; it's an opportunity for visitors to meet our students and faculty, explore our academic programs, discover athletics and extracurricular opportunities, and experience the community that makes Fenwick special. We Need Your Help to Spread the Word! You don't need to work in Admissions to be a Fenwick ambassador. Sometimes, all it takes is one conversation or one shared post.

Share our Open House posts on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn, and add a few words about what Fenwick has meant to your family. Personally invite a family with a middle school student. A recommendation from someone they know can make all the difference. Talk about Fenwick with friends, neighbors, coworkers, and families on your child's teams or in your community. Encourage your Crusader to spread the word! Our students are often our very best ambassadors. Here's our challenge: Can every Fenwick family invite just one prospective family to Open House? Imagine the impact of hundreds of personal invitations coming from the people who know Fenwick best. Our marketing can tell people what Fenwick offers. Our students and families can show them what Fenwick means.

Thursday, October 22 | 4:00–6:00 PM Thank you for helping us open the door for the next generation of Fenwick Crusaders.

School Meals Report Card

What is the School Meals Report Card?

At Chartwells K12, our mission is to ensure students

to our meal programs, ensuring they better meet

leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than when

the needs of Fenwick and the community, and

they arrived. To support this mission, we are excited

ultimately enhancing K-12 school meal programs

to announce the School Meals Report Card, a

nationwide.

The School Meals Report Card survey will provide valuable insights into satisfaction and preferences at both local and national levels. This feedback will enable us to make meaningful improvements

nationwide initiative designed to gather valuable feedback and insights from the people who matter

Why is Your Support Important?

most: students, their parents and families, and school

The success of this initiative depends on

staff.

participation. The survey will be available from October 12 to November 6, 2026.

Survey Link:

A Note on Privacy

https://selfserve.decipherinc.com /survey/selfserve/160d/260809#?

anonymous. No identifying information will be

Please note that the survey is completely collected.

COLLEGE VISITS THE WEEK OF 10/19/26

Mon Oct 19th, 2026

10:00AM - 10:30AM

Lasell University

Mon Oct 19th, 2026

01:45PM - 02:15PM

Suffolk University

Tue Oct 20th, 2026

08:00AM - 08:30AM

Fairfield University

Tue Oct 20th, 2026

08:45AM - 09:15AM

University of Hartford

Wed Oct 21st, 2026

08:45AM - 09:15AM

Rochester Institute of Technology

Wed Oct 21st, 2026

10:00AM - 10:30AM

University of Delaware

Thu Oct 22nd, 2026

08:00AM - 08:30AM

Bishop's University

Thu Oct 22nd, 2026

08:45AM - 09:15AM

Emerson College

Thu Oct 22nd, 2026

10:00AM - 10:30AM

Regis College

College Visits Counselors reviewed the process for college visits with seniors at the start of the year. In addition to be listed above, upcoming visits are listed in Scoir, included in the morning announcements, and posted outside the Counseling Office. If you would like to attend a college visit, please sign up in the Counseling Office and get a pass with from Mrs. Langer. You must have your pass signed by the teacher whose class you will miss. This must be done prior to the day of the visit.

EDUCATION FOR LIFE: CATHOLIC COLLEGE PATHWAYS Your Fenwick Education Can Open Even More Doors Fenwick’s Catholic College Pathways initiative connects students with special opportunities at Catholic colleges and universities that recognize the academic preparation, character, service, and valuescentered education that define the Fenwick experience. As this program grows, Fenwick will continue to develop partnerships that can provide our students with clearer admissions pathways, scholarship opportunities, and meaningful connections to colleges where faith, learning, leadership, and community remain central to the student experience. To see the full information and requirements for these programs, please visit https://fenwick.org/school-and-college-counseling/catholic-college-pathways-program/

Emmanuel College Saints Catholic Connection Guarantee Through the Saints Catholic Connection Guarantee, qualifying Fenwick students can receive guaranteed admission to Emmanuel College along with a merit scholarship of at least $100,000, distributed evenly over four years. The program reflects the shared commitment of Emmanuel College and its partner Catholic high schools to providing students with a strong Catholic education and a clear pathway to continue that experience in the heart of Boston.

Saint Anselm College College Admission Agreement Saint Anselm College, located in Manchester, NH, and grounded in the shared tradition of Catholic education, offers qualified Fenwick students a direct pathway to study at one of New England’s leading Catholic liberal arts institutions. Through this agreement, qualifying Fenwick students will receive guaranteed admission to St. Anselm’s, as well as $6,000 per year in the Catholic High School Grant; a minimum of a $27,000 merit scholarship per year; and needbased financial aid may also be awarded for eligible students.

Saint Michael’s College Saints Catholic Connection Guarantee Saint Michael’s College in Vermont offers a scholarship specifically for students graduating from Catholic high schools. Recipients of the Don Dion ’76 Catholic School Scholarship receive $10,000 annually toward tuition, in addition to other scholarships for which they may qualify. The scholarship is renewable for four years, providing a total award of $40,000.

College Affordable is a nonprofit organization that helps families reduce the cost of college, minimize debt, and increase higher education choices.

TOGETHER WITH BISHOP FENWICK HIGH SCHOOL Starting in the fall of 2026, Bishop Fenwick High School families have free access to College Affordable resources to help reduce the costs of college. Partnering with the Guidance Counselors and the experts from College Affordable, this special program provides high impact tools and support to help families navigate the process and minimize the costs of college.

FREE SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES College Affordable services are provided at no cost to Fenwick students and their families. Families complete a brief intake form to access webinars & recordings, resource guides, and one-on- one support through virtual meetings, email, phone, and text.

TESTIMONIAL “The collegeprocess is very daunting. College Affordable took a lot of the stress and pressure of navigating that process away. They were incredibly supportive from beginning to end and I don’t know if we would’ve gotten through it as gracefully without their help and support.” - Parent ‘25