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About
About

Ursuline Academy is an independent, Catholic, college preparatory school for young women in grades 7-12. Founded in 1946, Ursuline Academy in Dedham operates under the sponsorship of the international network of Ursuline Sisters, the oldest religious teaching order devoted to the education of young women.
Admissions
Admissions

Our Admissions team welcomes families for tours throughout the year, and we sponsor events designed for students to explore our campus, sit in on classes, and to get to know our community. Ours is a holistic approach to knowing each student as we review qualifications for admissions. Learn why families choose Ursuline, and how our graduates become young women of character, faith and scholarship!
Academics
ACADEMICS

Ursuline Academy offers a rigorous program of study designed to challenge and inspire students, and our faculty encourage their love of learning, reading, and scholarly exploration in the pursuit of truth. Our graduates are fully prepared to study, analyze, and communicate persuasively to meet the challenges of university work.
Living the Mission
LIVING THE MISSION

The values of an Ursuline education– a Catholic education– were established centuries ago when Saint Angela Merici dedicated her life to forming a company of young women engaged in bettering their communities. At Ursuline, we challenge our students to live lives of integrity that reflect the principles of Catholic social teaching, and to be Christ to one another in today’s world. We welcome students of all faiths, and support every student on her spiritual journey.
Arts
The Arts
The Arts at Ursuline are designed to foster a student's creativity and self expression. Students can explore music, drama, and visual arts through both the curriculum and activities sponsored as a part of student life. On-going performances throughout the year provide an opportunity to showcase and celebrate their many talents.
Athletics
Athletics
Ursuline hosts 14 sports with opportunities at the junior high, freshman, JV and Varsity level for a total of 27 teams. Our program seeks to provide opportunities for competition while also instilling the values of hard work, perseverance, teamwork, and good sportsmanship into our student-athletes at every level.
Student Life
Student Life
Opportunities in student life abound. Ursuline offers over 40 clubs and competition teams as well as 6 performing arts groups and 14 sports. There is something for every interest! During these years of exploration and self-discovery, we encourage students to try new activities, and sometimes they surprise themselves when they discover a new passion or talent. Social events, pep rallies, concerts, and special traditions round out the community events that make the Ursuline experience special.
Giving
Giving
At Ursuline, we count on the support of our community - parents, faculty and staff, alumnae, benefactors, and friends - to help keep our mission strong. Your gifts of time, talent, and treasure benefit students every day, supporting opportunities for our students to excel in academics, arts, athletics, leadership, and service.

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Athletic Hall of Fame

Ursuline Academy's athletic program started out modestly, as did most all-girl schools' athletic programs. Today, Ursuline fields 14 interscholastic fall, winter, and spring sports teams, and more than 70% of current students participate in at least one sport. This represents dramatic growth and institutional commitment when compared to its initial offering of basketball. We've come a long way since those early days, but the same grit, commitment, and competitive skill have remained constant.

2024 Hall of Fame

Saturday, April 6, 2024

Congratulations to our 2024 Honorees

Sharon Reed-Eramian '68

Suzanna Friel '99

Alicia Forte '06

Meghan Grela '13

Patricia Rivero Gonzalez

The 2013 Varsity Championship Soccer Team

CLICK HERE FOR 2024 HALL OF FAME SLIDESHOW

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2022 Hall of Fame Members

2005 State Championship Basketball Team

2005 State Championship Basketball Team

John Forte

Kristan Gately '91

Kristan Gately '91

Molly Griffiths ’07

Molly Griffiths ’07

Marisol Rios Henderson

Marisol Rios Henderson

Susan Katchpole ’70

Susan Katchpole ’70

Katherine Kenney '11

Katherine Kenney '11

Elaine Pagliarulo ’93

Elaine Pagliarulo ’93

Caitlin Murphy Valair ’03

Caitlin Murphy Valair ’03

Ursuline Academy Athletic Hall of Fame
Committee Members

Co-Chairs
John Forte P'06, Coach
Nicole Vermillion '05

Paul Bimmler, Faculty, Coach
Andrea Boudreau '91
Pat Gonzalez, former UA Athletic Director
Kate Levesque '77, Head of School
Mike O'Connor, UA Athletic Director
Elaine Pagliarulo '93
Fran Simeone '77

The committee used the following guidelines during the selection process:

• Athletes: Must have graduated from Ursuline Academy at least ten years prior to be considered.

• Coaches: Must be/have been a coach for at least three years at Ursuline Academy (current coaches may be considered).

• All nominees must have demonstrated outstanding commitment to/achievement at Ursuline Academy.

• Sportsmanship and leadership will be traits to be considered for all nominees.