Dante Hall, former NFL Pro Bowl return specialist for the The Kansas City Chiefs, stopped by varsity football practice this week to talk about his career and life. Dante’s upbeat, motivating words underscored the values of hard work and resilience and had a major impact on the team.
St. Sebastian's parents, past parents, alumni, and friends gathered at the Wellesley Country Club for the Headmaster's Scholarship Golf Tournament on Monday on September 21, 2020. Thank you to all of our sponsors and participants for their generous support of the tournament!
https://www.stsebs.org/about/news/news/~board/news/post/annual-headmasters-scholarship-golf-tournament
The Fall season is officially here 🍂
AP Photography students’ first assignment explored the idea that everyone has a unique perspective and that we often see things in very different ways – including our beloved statue of St. Sebastian. By physically moving around the statue and changing the angle and height of their camera, students took pictures that created a very different mood and feel.
St. Sebastian's School is proud to recognize the following students who were presented with awards for their academic and extra-curricular achievements during the Undergraduate Awards Assembly!
https://www.stsebs.org/about/news/news/~board/news/post/2020-undergraduate-awards
During the first Corporate Chapel of the school year, Headmaster Burke delivered his Opening Remarks on this year's theme - RETURN - and the All School Read, "The Return of the Prodigal Son - A Story of Homecoming." Seniors assembled in the gym as the rest of the students listened from their class gathering spaces across campus. #WeAreOne #arrowsreturn
https://www.stsebs.org/about/news/news/~board/news/post/headmaster-burke-delivers-opening-remarks-on-return
Alessandro Barbiellini '21, Timothy Ragnoni '21, Samuel Randall '21, and Max Samulka '21 have been recognized as "Commended Students" by the 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program. To all the recognized seniors, congratulations on your tremendous academic achievement!
https://www.stsebs.org/about/news/news/~board/news/post/four-seniors-recognized-as-national-scholars
Interested in private middle or high school next fall? Don't miss our annual open house tomorrow, October 15! Hear from students, alumni, faculty, and staff to learn about the St. Sebastian's Community and how it helps prepare boys for college and beyond.
https://www.stsebs.org/admissions/visit?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=open-house
Check out our online campus store for all the new fall inventory starting today, in celebration of what would have been Homecoming!
New items in all categories: including men and women’s jackets, sweatshirts, sweatpants, t-shirts, and more. Show off your latest St. Sebastian's gear and Arrows pride!
https://shop.stsebs.org
Here is a special Homecoming message for our St. Sebastian’s family. We will miss gathering with Arrows of every generation on the sidelines today! #togetherinspirit #arrowsforever
On Wednesday, October 7, our 7th graders enjoyed their annual retreat - this year, on campus. The day was a wonderful opportunity for each student to continue to develop connections with his fellow classmates and continue to grow in his own relationship with God.
In the spirit of what would have been Homecoming, check out our online campus store for all the new fall inventory starting this Saturday, October 10. There will be new items in all categories, including men and women’s jackets, sweatshirts, sweatpants, t-shirts and more! Show your St. Sebastian’s pride by sporting the latest St. Sebastian’s gear!
https://shop.stsebs.org
On Thursday, October 29, Headmaster Bill Burke, Assistant Headmaster Mike Nerbonne, and National Honor Society moderator Sean Albertson inducted 66 St. Sebastian's students into the Sr. Evelyn C. Barrett, O.P. Chapter of the National Honor Society.
https://www.stsebs.org/about/news/news/~board/news/post/sixty-six-students-inducted-into-the-national-honor-society
Two members of the senior class have been recognized for their academic achievements by the College Board National Recognition Program. Jonathan Jones-Booker '21 was honored in the College Board National African American Recognition Program and Juan Oliva '21 was honored in the College Board National Hispanic Recognition Program. Congratulations, Jonathan and Juan!
https://www.stsebs.org/about/news/news/~board/news/post/two-arrows-honored-by-college-board-national-recognition-program
Headmaster Bill Burke’s leadership and passion have inspired generations of students to Love God, Work Hard, and Take Good Care of One Another. Prospective families are invited to join him tonight, October 28, at 6:00 p.m. for an interactive discussion about the St. Sebastian’s Mission to pursue the truth through faith and reason.
Register here: stsebs.org/visit
Can’t make tonight? Join us on one of these dates instead:
November 24, 6:00 p.m.
December 16, 6:00 p.m.
Mr. Wilbur’s 8th-grade science class used Martin Hall as their lab to conduct a friction experiment. The students launched hockey pucks with homemade slingshots, the measured the distance the pucks slid on the tile floor!
St. Sebastian's School invites you to join with our alumni for our Virtual Alumni Reception program featuring Headmaster Burke's interview with NHL players Brian Boyle '03, of The Florida Panthers and Noah Hanifin '15, of the Calgary Flames. Thursday, October 29 at 7:00 pm, the program will include honoring Alumni Service Award Recipient, Jack Sullivan`66, and Recent Alumni Service Award Recipient, George O’Toole`05.
Register here: http://stsebs.org/alumnireception
The NHL recently held their Entry Draft, where Drew Commesso ’20 became the 27th Arrow in our school's history to be chosen. Commesso, a goaltender for Boston University and previously for the USA Hockey's NTDP, was selected in the second round (46th overall) of the 2020 NHL Draft by the Chicago Blackhawks. Congratulations, Drew!
https://www.stsebs.org/about/news/news/~board/news/post/drew-commesso-20-selected-by-the-blackhawks-in-nhl-draft
As we begin the season of Advent, we are filled with gratitude and hope. Loyal and dedicated members of the St. Sebastian's community like you believe in and help us advance our mission. On this #GivingTuesday, we ask you to continue your support by making a gift to the Annual Fund. Thank you for putting your faith in the Arrows of today and tomorrow!
venmo.com/stsebs or stsebs.org/WaysToGive
The St. Sebastian's community is invited to join us this Saturday, December 5 at 7:00 PM, for our Virtual Christmas Auction, including a silent auction and live program. All proceeds will benefit St. Sebastian's School. Home for the holidays, but together in spirit! stsebs.org/auction
Please join us for our Admissions Curriculum Night this Thursday, December 3, at 6:00 p.m. This online event offers an in-depth look at the academic offerings and individualized curriculum at St. Sebastian's. Prospective parents and students can connect with our students and faculty to learn about the engaging classes and programs they enjoy!
Register here: stsebs.org/curriculumnight
We hope all of our families had a safe and happy Thanksgiving! #thanksgiving 🦃🥧
In Headmaster Burke’s Thanksgiving message to our school community, he shares: “The essence of life is in relationships. Truly, that’s very much at the heart of our school.” We are grateful for everyone in our St. Sebastian’s family and wish all of our Arrows and your loved ones a Blessed Thanksgiving! #thanksgiving
The National Honor Society’s annual Thanksgiving Food Drive was once again huge success. Thank you to our school community for being so generous in this time of need!
https://www.stsebs.org/about/news/news/~board/news/post/a-bountiful-thanksgiving-food-drive
St. Sebastian’s will be offering seven distinct summer programs - both academic and athletic - run exclusively by our experienced faculty.
✏️ Academic Workshops: Writing, Robotics, Debate and Math
(Sessions open to all boys grades 5-9)
⚽ Athletic Clinics: Basketball, Lacrosse and Soccer
(Grade-based sessions open to all boys grades 4-12)
More information about each session, rates and dates: stsebs.org/summer
On Friday, February 5th, the Robotics Team took 3rd place in their first scrimmage of the year. With the addition of a few more 3d-printed pieces going into the robot this week, the tele-op portion will be up to speed and they will begin to see the full potential of their robot at the next scrimmage in two weeks!
https://www.stsebs.org/about/news/news/~board/news/post/st-sebastians-robotics-team-participates-in-first-scrimmage-of-the-year
St. Sebastian's School is proud to announce those students who were named to the Second Quarter and First Semester Honor Rolls.
https://www.stsebs.org/about/news/news/~board/news/post/second-quarter-and-first-semester-academic-awards-1612807836186
Amy Lipton from Joyful Kitchen Cooking School in Wellesley lead the Senior Moms in a virtual cooking class on Thursday, February 4, from the comfort of their homes to prepare a hearty, winter-warming, one-pot main dish meal: Baked Gnocchi with Spinach, White Beans and Sausage.
As we wrap up Catholic Schools Week, we celebrate our mission as a Catholic independent day school. Faith is at the core of everything we do at St. Sebastian’s; it is reflected in daily Chapel Speeches, service projects, and in so many other ways. Every student knows - and strives to live - the order of the day: "Love God, work hard, and take good care of one another." This week, NHS members distributed a token of thanks to show appreciation to our faculty; students enjoyed some special treats prepared by the dining staff, and the community celebrated Mass together. Thank you to our St. Sebastian’s family for your support and commitment to Catholic education.
The Varsity Basketball team will host two games this weekend:
🏀 Today, Friday 2/5 vs. Belmont Hill at 5:00 PM
🏀 Tomorrow, Saturday 2/6 vs. Roxbury Latin at 2:00 PM
Watch the Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcPHs8M7UPRvK1dC18eVR5w
