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Prep News is a student-driven publication that highlights the most recent student achievements, campus events, alumni updates, and much more. From the latest school news to the most helpful academic tips, whether you are a student, alum, faculty member, or parent, Prep News is your go-to source for all of the exciting happenings here at the Prep.
Winter of Champions: Hermits Capture 3 State Championships
Posted March 31st, 2023
Prep News exclusive by Connor Bogan ’23 This winter was full of success for Hermits Athletics. Swimming and Hockey both brought home state titles, and Wrestling finished their season with several podium finishes in states, as well as a...
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Hermits Hall of Fame Honors 2023 Inductees
Posted March 25th, 2023
RICHLAND, NJ, March 25, 2023 – The Hermits Athletics Department and the St. Augustine Prep community inducted the Hall of Fame Class of 2023 during a ceremony held this evening in the Rodio Gymnasium (A gymnasium visually transformed by...
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Accepted Students Night Tradition Continues
Posted February 8th, 2023
Each year, the Prep Community gathers to host accepted students from the classes of 2027 and 2028 for a memorable welcome on campus. It was a night to remember as Hermits Basketball honored senior players before the game and...
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Prep junior wins New York Times Writing Contest
Posted January 30th, 2023
A young person’s teen years are the most transformative of their lives. The Prep has always taken pride in educating and guiding students through this coming of age but only a teenager can fully express what this experience is...
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Paul Rodio: Character in Action
Posted January 10th, 2023
By Caroline Chapman P’15 ’18, Humanities Division Chair and English Faculty Member Father. Teacher. Coach. Hermit Brother. The man behind these titles, Coach Paul Rodio, easily transcends them. For those fortunate enough to know Coach Rodio, there is only...
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Hermits Helping Homeless Club Spreads Holiday Cheer through Service
Posted January 8th, 2023
St. Augustine Prep Students Collaborate with “CORE Women’s Network” to Give Back to the Homeless Special to Prep News by Hermits Parent INEZ BARBERIO P’24 (Originally featured in NJ Lifestyle Magazine) As the festivities of the holiday season...
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Prospective Students and Families Enjoy Open House 2022
Posted November 14th, 2022
For prospective students and families looking to visit St. Augustine Prep for the first time or seeking to re-affirm their interest in the school, the fall Open House provided them with the most expansive look into life at the...
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Kirwin III ’74 and Lisgar ’19 Speak Truth to the Brotherhood
Posted October 27th, 2022
As part of St. Augustine Prep’s commitment to Innovation and Experiential Learning, the Veritas Speaker Series, in the spirit of our patron, brings men and women of various backgrounds, experiences, and passions to “speak truth” to the Brotherhood. Through...
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Hermits Contingent Returns from SAVI 2022
Posted October 18th, 2022
Accompanied by Fr. Tony Burrascano, O.S.A. and Mr. Sharp, an eager group of Hermits recently participated in SAVI (Student Augustinian Values Institute) at St. Rita of Cascia in Chicago, Illinois. SAVI is funded by the Order of St. Augustine,...
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Over 60 schools represented at Middle School Night 2022
Posted October 16th, 2022
Sharing the “Friday Night Lights” with the Hermits Football program is one of many fall highlights for the Hermits Brotherhood. These nights end a week of diligence in the classroom and serve as an opportunity to make memories with...
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