In September 1971, Newark Academy became a fully co-educational institution, opening its doors to 49 female students. This transformation marked an important part of NA’s history and further demonstrated the school’s ability to empower global citizens, preparing them for a diverse world. We are honored to share with you these […]

  If you were to converse with a Newark Academy student at random, you might find yourself talking with a computer programmer who competes in dance competitions, a lacrosse player who volunteers at a local food bank every weekend, or a jazz musician who has already published a paper in […]

Ten years ago, the first group of Newark Academy students went on Immersion Experiences, discovering new cultures and places; now, the program is a vital part of the NA curriculum. The 10- or 16-day trips provide students with opportunities to learn by moving beyond their comfort zones. These experiences range […]

We recently welcomed an enthusiastic group of alumni for our annual Homecoming & Reunion festivities. Beyond the joy of reconnecting with friends and faculty, alumni gatherings provide an opportunity to reflect on the enduring influence of formative school experiences. The academic components of a Newark Academy education are extremely important, […]

Since 2010 you’ve been hearing about Rise & Flourish: The Campaign for Newark Academy. You’ve watched with pride as the total amount raised has climbed, with alumni, parents and friends of NA donating more than $30 million to transform the campus and prepare the school for the  next 50 years. […]

Genevieve Gramatica ’00 – Head Girls’ Tennis Coach Ed Pursell ’02 – Head Middle School Football and Wrestling Coach, and Assistant Middle School Track Coach Dan Petrillo ’06 – Assistant Middle School Boys’ Soccer Coach Andrew Goldberg ’08 – Assistant Boys’ Lacrosse Coach John Sternlicht ’08 – Head Wrestling Coach […]

Devika Daga ’06 continues her career in start-ups, most recently joining Element, which develops and distributes a mobile-based, software-only platform for biometric identity. Devika first joined a start-up last year, after leaving Google, and she credits her time at Newark Academy with preparing her for success in the tech and […]

Joe Longthorne ’08 continues his success on Broadway as the producer of The Band’s Visit, which won a 2018 Tony Award for Best Musical. Joe’s accomplishments are rooted in his time at NA. “Newark Academy instilled in me a global perspective that has informed my taste in art and theater […]

The Davidson Fellow Scholarship offers monetary awards to extraordinary young people who have completed a significant piece of work in one of a variety of fields, including the arts. One of this year’s recipients was Cosimo Fabrizio ’18, who was awarded a $25,000 scholarship for his portfolio project “21st Century […]