Dear Saints
As we approach the midpoint of the academic year, our campus is alive with purpose and promise. While our students are busy preparing for midterms and continuing to excel in the classroom, on the stage, and in their athletic endeavors, we are already looking ahead to the future of Saint Raphael Academy.
Almost daily, eighth-grade students who hope to join the Saints family as members of the Class of 2030 (!) visit our campus. They spend the day sitting in on classes, walking Walcott Street, and shadowing a current student to experience what life as a Saint truly looks like. By the time they return to the McHale Administration Building at the end of their visit, their excitement is unmistakable—energized by what they have seen and eager to call Saint Raphael Academy home.
Year after year, the number of applications remains strong and consistent. This continued interest is both affirming and humbling. However, it also brings with it a responsibility. In order to ensure that accepted students are able to receive the financial assistance they need to make their dream of a Saints education a reality, we rely heavily on the generosity of our alumni. Hard-working families—both current and future—depend on need-based financial aid and scholarships made possible through the Annual Appeal. In addition to directly supporting financial assistance, Annual Appeal funds support academic programs, extracurricular opportunities, and ongoing campus improvements.
Your support directly impacts lives. It opens doors for students who are ready to grow in faith, knowledge, and service but cannot do so without assistance. The need is real, and the time is now. As we prepare for another incoming class, we must ensure that no qualified student is turned away due to financial limitations.
Every gift matters. No contribution is too small to make a difference. The connection between our alumni and our students remains a vital source of encouragement for our entire community. Together, we are stronger. Together, we can change lives. Together, we can offer a new generation of Saints the same opportunities and advantages you received during your time here.
Thank you for standing with Saint Raphael Academy and for believing in the promise of our students. Your generosity continues to be a powerful testament to the strength and spirit of the Saints family.
With gratitude,
Dan Richard
Head of School
Saint Raphael Academy
P.S. As you consider your Annual Appeal gift, please remember that participation at any level truly makes an impact. Your support today helps ensure that future Saints can walk Walcott Street tomorrow.
