Student Life | New England Boarding School | Canterbury School
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Student Life | New England Boarding School | Canterbury School
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Student Life
A 24/7 High School Experience
Here, life buzzes around the clock. There's always a new activity to jump into, fresh faces to meet, passions to be explored, and meaningful opportunities to let your best self shine. Your journey doesn’t stop when the school day ends, and some of your most exciting growth happens when you least expect it.
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As the best small boarding school, Canterbury invites you to participate in the most
comprehensive
version of a high school experience as students, athletes, artists, community members, and servant leaders. As a Saint, you will grow, contribute, and lead in transformational ways. You will learn that Saints show up for Saints. And you will call our hilltop your home.
THE CASE FOR SMALL BOARDING SCHOOLS. THE CASE FOR CANTERBURY.
An engaged, 24/7 community where you form deep friendships and cultivate a strong sense of belonging.
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A comprehensive high school experience brimming with opportunities, all just a short distance from the comforts of home.
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A vibrant community that embraces diverse perspectives and global connections, enriching your academic and cultural journey.
Learn More
7
DORMITORIES
70%
BOARDING
STUDENTS
14%
INTERNATIONAL
STUDENTS
Discover the profound impact of sharing your best self with your community. It's about understanding the world around you, fostering empathy, and empowering you to make meaningful differences.
From contributing to the culture of community on our hilltop to local service projects to larger initiatives that span the globe, there's a place for your enthusiasm and drive.
Community Service
Spring Carnival
Engineering Boat Race
International Week
Family Weekend
Pink Out Volleyball Game
Sixth Form Rock Painting
Ringing the Victory Bell
Past & Present Concert
Lessons and Carols
Commencement
30+
CLUBS & AFFINITY GROUPS
150+
LEADERSHIP
OPPORTUNITIES
40+
ANNUAL SERVICE & JUSTICE INITIATIVES
A Canterbury education isn’t defined by the time spent in the classrooms; it's about the lifelong lessons, bonds, and memories created. Our students thrive, evolve, and leave our hilltop with a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them.
Peter LaVigne P ‘14, ‘16, ‘17, ‘20, ‘23
Assistant Head of School for Student Life
Colleen Cook
Director of Health Services
Peter LaVigne
Associate Head of School for Student Life; Theology Teacher
Anna Lawler
Administrative Assistant to Student Life
Julio Omaña
World Language Teacher; International Student Advisor; Director of International Travel Programs, Head Coach Varsity Softball, Dorm Head Sheehan House
Isabel Polletta
Coordinator of Student Leadership Programming; History and Social Sciences Teacher
Pape Seye
Dean of Students, Head Coach Boys' Varsity Soccer
Elyse Soifersmith
Director of Community Life, Head Coach Varsity Volleyball
Cynthia Willmen
Director of Counseling; Theology Teacher
Begin your canterbury story today
Skip To Main Content
Student Life
A 24/7 High School Experience
Here, life buzzes around the clock. There's always a new activity to jump into, fresh faces to meet, passions to be explored, and meaningful opportunities to let your best self shine. Your journey doesn’t stop when the school day ends, and some of your most exciting growth happens when you least expect it.
Aenean eu leo quam. Pellentesque ornare sem lacinia quam venenatis vestibulum. Fusce dapibus, tellus ac cursus.
Learn More
Aenean eu leo quam. Pellentesque ornare sem lacinia quam venenatis vestibulum. Fusce dapibus, tellus ac cursus.
Learn More
As the best small boarding school, Canterbury invites you to participate in the most
comprehensive
version of a high school experience as students, athletes, artists, community members, and servant leaders. As a Saint, you will grow, contribute, and lead in transformational ways. You will learn that Saints show up for Saints. And you will call our hilltop your home.
THE CASE FOR SMALL BOARDING SCHOOLS. THE CASE FOR CANTERBURY.
An engaged, 24/7 community where you form deep friendships and cultivate a strong sense of belonging.
Learn More
A comprehensive high school experience brimming with opportunities, all just a short distance from the comforts of home.
Learn More
A vibrant community that embraces diverse perspectives and global connections, enriching your academic and cultural journey.
Learn More
7
DORMITORIES
70%
BOARDING
STUDENTS
14%
INTERNATIONAL
STUDENTS
Discover the profound impact of sharing your best self with your community. It's about understanding the world around you, fostering empathy, and empowering you to make meaningful differences.
From contributing to the culture of community on our hilltop to local service projects to larger initiatives that span the globe, there's a place for your enthusiasm and drive.
Community Service
Spring Carnival
Engineering Boat Race
International Week
Family Weekend
Pink Out Volleyball Game
Sixth Form Rock Painting
Ringing the Victory Bell
Past & Present Concert
Lessons and Carols
Commencement
30+
CLUBS & AFFINITY GROUPS
150+
LEADERSHIP
OPPORTUNITIES
40+
ANNUAL SERVICE & JUSTICE INITIATIVES
A Canterbury education isn’t defined by the time spent in the classrooms; it's about the lifelong lessons, bonds, and memories created. Our students thrive, evolve, and leave our hilltop with a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them.
Peter LaVigne P ‘14, ‘16, ‘17, ‘20, ‘23
Assistant Head of School for Student Life
Colleen Cook
Director of Health Services
Peter LaVigne
Associate Head of School for Student Life; Theology Teacher
Anna Lawler
Administrative Assistant to Student Life
Julio Omaña
World Language Teacher; International Student Advisor; Director of International Travel Programs, Head Coach Varsity Softball, Dorm Head Sheehan House
Isabel Polletta
Coordinator of Student Leadership Programming; History and Social Sciences Teacher
Pape Seye
Dean of Students, Head Coach Boys' Varsity Soccer
Elyse Soifersmith
Director of Community Life, Head Coach Varsity Volleyball
Cynthia Willmen
Director of Counseling; Theology Teacher
Begin your canterbury story today