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Our People

Guiding Students To Greatness

Worcester Academy’s faculty, staff, and leadership are driven by a student-centered approach and an intrinsic love of learning we aim to exude every day.

From teachers and advisors to coaches and counselors, we revel in the profound opportunity and privilege of helping young Hilltoppers become the best version of themselves.

Driven To Make A Difference

Worcester Academy attracts bright minds from diverse backgrounds who share a common passion for education and a commitment to nurturing the potential in every student.

Our teachers deliver learning experiences that kindle students’ curiosity and inspire their notions of what’s possible.

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Ensuring Every Child Is Known And Nurtured

Advisors are a consistent point of contact for academic and personal guidance throughout every students’ tenure. With 8:1 advisor-to-student ratios, students always have a source of support nearby.

Advisory groups begin in Middle School and continue through Upper School, where students meet at least once per week. Students can also schedule one-on-one time with their advisor as needed.

Board Of Trustees

Our board is comprised of highly dedicated professionals from different industries, many of whom are graduates of Worcester Academy. Each brings a wealth of knowledge, insight, and eagerness for ensuring that Worcester Academy remains a highly competitive independent school where students of all kinds are positioned for lifelong success.

I chose Worcester Academy for my children because of its urban setting, diverse and experiential learning environment, and strong community values. We're building on a legacy of inclusivity and resilience, and we're just getting started.

Megan O’Leary P’20
PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Officers of the Board of Trustees
President, Megan O'Leary P'20 Vice President, Lawrence A. Gordon '72, P'11 Treasurer, Michael J. O’Neil Jr. '01 Secretary, Caroline Reich P'06, '08
Board of Trustees
Marla E. Abodeely, PhD '90 Daniel H. Apelian, PharmD P'28 Daniel R. Bonnette, CPA Nora Brooks, JD Patrick S. Brosnihan '05 Courtney N. Carr, Esq. Wai Yan (Ronald) Chan '98 Sarah A. Collins, JD '06 Peter Cronin '80 Henry Dormitzer III '88 Jordan H. Eisenstock, MD '94, P'23,'26,'31 Michal P. Grabias '11 William A. Haddad '92 Michael J. Mangaudis P'11,'14 Trent Masiki, PhD P'22,'25 Lt. Col. Thomas E. Meyer, USAF(Ret.) '85 Eva M. Nazarewicz '01 Jennifer H. Quinn '87 Canaan T. Severin '12 Michael T. Shannon, DMD '73 Jonathan S. Stuart '86

Leadership Team

At the heart of our school’s success is a dedicated leadership team committed to fostering a dynamic and supportive learning environment. Led by Kevin Breen, Head of School, our experienced leaders bring passion, expertise, and a shared commitment to our students, families, and community.

Executive Leadership Team
Kevin Breen, Head of School Marnie Kut, Associate Head of School Jacqueline Arce, Head of the Middle School & Assistant Head of School for Teaching & Learning Julie Berberian, Director of Athletics David Borrelli, Director of Campus Safety Liz Budzinski, Chief Financial Officer Jennifer DiFranco, Director of Advancement Jason Gerum, Director of Facilities MacKenzie Kuiper, Assistant Head of School for Student Life Sara Port, Director of Communications & Marketing Madeline Surgenor Richards, Head of the Upper School James Young, Dean of Faculty Kevin Zifcak, Director of Admission & Financial Aid

Executive Leadership Team

Kevin Breen, Head of School
Marnie Kut, Associate Head of School
Jacqueline Arce, Head of the Middle School & Assistant Head of School for Teaching & Learning
Julie Berberian, Director of Athletics
David Borrelli, Director of Campus Safety
Liz Budzinski, Chief Financial Officer
Jennifer DiFranco, Director of Advancement
Jason Gerum, Director of Facilities
MacKenzie Kuiper, Assistant Head of School for Student Life
Sara Port, Director of Communications & Marketing
Madeline Surgenor Richards, Head of the Upper School
James Young, Dean of Faculty
Kevin Zifcak, Director of Admission & Financial Aid

We have to model what we ask of our students. I believe that when teachers commit to this mission, it also harkens back to the joy that brought us to this profession.

Kevin Breen
HEAD OF SCHOOL

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For over 190 years, Worcester Academy has provided a nurturing environment where students build lasting connections, uncover their passions, cultivate honorable character, and develop a lifelong love of learning.

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