Sayre School Alumni Association

Alumni Spotlight - We are always excited when we connect with our alumni and hear what they've been up to. Lini S. Kadaba'80 is a nationally award-winning journalist and former Philadelphia Inquirer staff writer. She is thrilled to announce the publication of her debut literary fiction book, "Leftovers After Life." Lini shared, "Mrs. Hopkins was a favorite Sayre Upper School English teacher and certainly one reason I pursued writing."

Can you ever make peace with a fractured past? When Neena’s mother utters her final, shocking word before slipping into silence forever, Neena is left shaken to the core. Now, faced with the daunting task of cleaning out her parents’ Philly-area condo, Neena begins to sift through boxes of belongings, each item stirring memories and long-buried tensions. As she wades through dresses, documents, and dusty relics of her Georgia childhood, Neena is forced to confront not just her broken bond with her mother—and a family secret—but the ways history repeats itself. Lyrical, layered, and unflinchingly honest, Leftovers After Life explores how we reckon with the past to reclaim the present. In uncovering what’s been packed away—physically and emotionally—Neena must decide what to keep, what to discard, and whether it’s ever really possible to make peace with the ones who raised us.

Her book is available on Amazon, Bookshop.org, and other book retailers. www.LiniSKadaba.com.

Sayre’s 2026 AP Results Are In!

We are proud to share that Sayre students continue to excel at a high level on their Advanced Placement (AP) exams! With an impressive 85% senior class pass rate and overall 80% pass rate, our students once again demonstrated strong mastery across a wide range of subjects.

Head of Upper School Clint Calzini shared, “I’m incredibly proud of our students and faculty. This year’s AP results reflect the deep content knowledge of our teachers and the dedication they bring to supporting students every step of the way. Our students rose to the challenge and invested the time and effort required to succeed on these national exams."

A hallmark of Sayre’s AP program is that all students enrolled in an AP course are required to take the corresponding AP Exam to receive credit on their transcript—underscoring the academic challenge and accountability that set Sayre apart.

Learn more about what sets Sayre’s AP program apart:🔗 https://www.sayreschool.org/academics/upper-school/advanced-placement

Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸 Wishing all of our alumni a safe and happy day celebrating with family and friends.

Sayre School is celebrating a standout send-off for its Class of 2026. This year's graduating seniors will head to 31 colleges and universities across 17 states and the United Kingdom, taking with them more than $15.8 million in college-sponsored, four-year merit scholarships, with 72 percent of the class receiving an award.

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Sayre School's Class of 2026 Earns $15.8 Million in College Scholarships Lexington's Sayre School sends its 2026 graduates to 31 colleges across 17 states and the UK, backed by more than $15.8 million in merit scholarships.

June 21 marks the official start of summer! ☀️ Wishing all of our alumni a season filled with joy, relaxation, and adventure.

Today is Juneteenth, a pivotal day in American history. This day is a reminder of the journey towards justice and equality. At Sayre School, we're dedicated to fostering a community that values diversity and encourages learning about our shared history.

As the academic year came to a close in May, the Class of 2026 gathered on the steps for a Sayre School tradition: a group photo with students sporting T-shirts from their future colleges and universities. The annual tradition celebrates our seniors’ transition from high school to post-secondary education, a milestone reached through intentional, multi-year preparation.

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Class of 2026 Celebrates Their College Choices News details - Sayre School

Sayre School celebrates the achievements of the Class of 2026, who have earned an impressive number of Diplomas of Distinction – an accomplishment that reflects their commitment to academic excellence, personal growth, and service.

In addition to this milestone, a high percentage of graduates also earned honors and high honors diplomas, underscoring the talents and dedication of this year’s senior class.

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🥳 Congratulations to our Sayre graduates who are carrying on a family tradition! We’re so proud of these legacies, whose parent(s) also walked the halls of Sayre. What a wonderful
achievement! 👩‍🎓✨️👨🏽‍🎓

Here they are sporting shirts from their chosen universities:
Top left to right: Nick Nahra (Tyler Nahra ’93), Barron Trapp (David Trapp ’76), and Carson Graves (Brian Graves ’92)

Bottom left to right: Ellie Hiler (Whit Hiler ’94) and Lucie Pitman (Jason Pitman ’96 and Beth Veal Pitman ’96)