Cushing Day of Giving

One Day. A Lifetime of Opportunity.

Cushing Day of Giving Appeal 2024

Tony Fisher Day + Day of Giving

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107%

617

of 575 supporter goal

$453,477

raised

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Cushing Academy

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Sandy Sullivan (Alumni ’83)

2 years ago

Great experience! Teachers were very caring. Lifelong friends made.

Scott & Julie Nylen (Grandparent ’26)

2 years ago

Cushing is awesome and we are glad to help support this wonderful academy!

Brett Torrey (Alumni ’85, Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In memory of Bruce Lemieux '85

In memory of classmate, brother in law, fellow colleague and best friend. Let's go class of '85, lets stay "top of the class" again this year! Make Me Pay... in your honor, and Bruce's!

Chris Mahoney (Alumni ’66)

2 years ago

In honor of John M Mahoney

elliot lowenstein (Alumni ’63)

2 years ago

Will never forget the "vine clad tower" Elliot Lowenstein '63

Paul Pearl (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

RollPens

Mary Johnson (Grandparent ’24, ’26)

2 years ago

Thank you for all of the opportinities for our grandson!

Michelle Salvucci (Parent ’26)

2 years ago

I believe in the work we do and I believe in the magic this place holds to unlock the best in our students.

Joel Reitman, C.M. (Alumni ’74)

2 years ago

An honor to help Cushing Academy!

Brian Drourr (Alumni ’91)

2 years ago

In honor of Brett Torrey and a of his tireless efforts to bring us all together

Thank you Brett! Penguin pride...

Elise Enty Johnson (Alumni ’77)

2 years ago

In honor of Robin Bronfman Fischa

Kevin henschel

2 years ago

To support Cushings mission!

Andy Chen (Alumni ’90)

2 years ago

Alum

Anonymous (Alumni ’96)

2 years ago

Cushing changed my life!

Lily Shaw

2 years ago

To brighter futures for future leaders <3

Anonymous (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In honor of Deonne Johnson

HO YEE KENNICE tse (Alumni ’16)

2 years ago

In honor of Mrs Lee

Brian Green (Alumni ’83)

2 years ago

Penguin strong!🐧💜 God Bless

Anonymous (Alumni ’19)

2 years ago

Love this school. Gave me the roots to build the life I want to live!

Carol Young (Parent ’13, ’16)

2 years ago

💜🐧💜

ShihChi Fan (Parent ’26)

2 years ago

Thank you so much for everything you have done for our kids!

Ellyn Doig (Alumni ’69)

2 years ago

In honor of Jim Totin

Gwen (Penny) Silverman (Alumni ’69)

2 years ago

In memory of Tony Fisher

Tony Fisher was a great classmate

Doreen McPaul (Alumni ’91)

2 years ago

Penguin pride. 💜🤍🐧

Andrew Erickson (Parent ’27)

2 years ago

Thanks Cushing…we appreciate the experience our son is having there!

Joe Bennett (Alumni ’23)

2 years ago

Thank you, Cushing Academy!

Josh Harrison (Alumni ’93)

2 years ago

Always happy to support the place that was such a big part of my life.

Brad & Lillian McFadden (Parent ’20, ’22, ’24)

2 years ago

Such a beautiful and friendly place to have our three kids grow up there !

Thornton Family (Parent ’22)

2 years ago

Cushing was a great fit for our youngest son. He blossomed and was happy and made life long friends.

Edelyn Norris (Parent ’27)

2 years ago

Roll Pens!

OLIVIA LAURENCE BERTAUX (Parent ’25)

2 years ago

Thanks for your support which help a lot our daughter in order to grow up with confidence

Chris Adams (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

I spent ten very enjoyable years of my life teaching there with such a wonderful group of colleagues. And many great students also

Matt Rousseau (Alumni ’82)

2 years ago

In honor of Bob Hall

Heather Wright Ojha (Alumni ’84)

2 years ago

In honor of Caryl Burton Wright Minor '58

Cushing has been a part of my family for four generations! CA helped shape my life in so many positive ways - Paying it forward!

Juan Poleo (Alumni ’85)

2 years ago

Sean Madeiros

Eric Macrina (Alumni ’87)

2 years ago

In honor of Coach Wayne Sanborn

Amy Roberts (Alumni ’87)

2 years ago

I support Cushing because Cushing supported me!

George Linehan (Parent ’27)

2 years ago

Thank you Cushing for being a great place for our son to grow and excel!

Chelsea Koski (Alumni ’03)

2 years ago

Go Penguins!

Susan McCallion (Alumni ’67)

2 years ago

In honor of Richard Zises and Catherine Mitchell

Brett made me remember how much I liked CA and how much I miss Kerby Saunders!

Pamela Berube Slimak (Parent ’24)

2 years ago

Cushing has a been a life changer for our son. Covid was very isolating and schoolwork became the last thing he wished to do. Thanks to Cushing and Coach Kline, he is thriving and headed to his dream school in the fall.

Hunt Brothers 24 (Parent ’24)

2 years ago

Thank you for providing a great education, competitive athletics, and a diverse social experience, all in a safe environment.

Kurt Scanio (Alumni ’92)

2 years ago

Very happy to support Cushing after everything I gained from attending.

Steve Sanders (Alumni ’02)

2 years ago

In honor of Kurt “The Night Watchman” Kublbeck

Erica Ribeiro

2 years ago

In honor of The Cushing Advancement Team

Sonia Descormiers (Parent ’25)

2 years ago

Because of the opportunity they give my daughter to a higher level of education and personal development!

Carrie Quinlan (Alumni ’95)

2 years ago

In memory of My father Jim Boynton

Hassan Robinson (Alumni ’91)

2 years ago

In memory of Bob Hall

Gregory Napolitano (Alumni ’00)

2 years ago

Thank you Cushing Academy Friends, Family, and Faculty.

Daniel Rosen (Parent ’26)

2 years ago

Thank you for all your attention to detail and care for the students.

steve critchfield (Alumni ’62)

2 years ago

Thank you for all you do.

Troy Bader

2 years ago

Way to go!

Sara Trigg (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In honor of Talia’22 and Tobias’24 Trigg

Scott Flemming (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

My wife Sue Dinapoli and I were Cushing faculty in the 80's and involved in the Native American Preparatory School [NAPS] program. Keep up the good work, Brett!

Nathan and Jennifer Drake (Parent ’24)

2 years ago

In appreciation of the faculty and staff who have helped Lydia so much, starting with Mr. Bala.

MARCY & William wenning (Parent ’00, ’06, Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In memory of Cody H Wenning

Jack Casady (Alumni ’15)

2 years ago

Great to be a penguin!

Seth Moran (Alumni ’98)

2 years ago

Go Cushing!!

Anne Lo Yi (Parent ’19)

2 years ago

Cushing is worth our support!

Xufang Zhu (Parent ’24)

2 years ago

Go Cushing!

Louisa Gebelein Jones

2 years ago

In honor of Eliza Gebelein Jones, Brett Torrey

Caitlin Forrest (Alumni ’11)

2 years ago

In honor of Mike Forrest

Anonymous (Alumni ’00)

2 years ago

In honor of Coach Steve Jacobs

The best!!!

Gina Martin (Parent ’14, ’17, Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In honor of Bruce Lemieux

Gordon Buchsbaum (Parent ’24)

2 years ago

In honor of Sarah Buchsbaum

Sarah, We are so proud of everything you have accomplished in your life’s journey so far and look forward to watching you continue to grow into who you want to become. Love, Mom & Dad

Remy Dai (Alumni ’23)

2 years ago

In memory of David

Michelle & Carl Smith (Parent ’22)

2 years ago

In honor of Brett Torrey '85

#PenguinProud

Robert Stipek (Parent ’13)

2 years ago

Great Educational Experience

Anonymous (Parent ’26)

2 years ago

Cushing is Family.

Carla Singer (Parent ’07)

2 years ago

My daughter Martine Singer, Class of 2007, had a wonderful experience at Cushing!

Doris McMillon (Alumni ’69)

2 years ago

I am so happy to support Cushing. My school saved my life in so many ways. Grateful to be a part of the class of 1969

Serafin Sanchez (Alumni ’84)

2 years ago

Hi penguins

Shawna Gordon-Litman (Alumni ’83)

2 years ago

Thank you for a well rounded education and life long friends!

Judith Beams (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

Cushing is a wonderful school--keep up the great work!!

Lorrachester Kuwana (Parent ’25)

2 years ago

Thank you for the solid foundation you provide for the kids.

David Pearson (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

Cushing Lacrosse Donation

Greg Pollard (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In honor of The Advancement Office

Matthew KALLAS (Alumni ’85)

2 years ago

In honor of Coach Hall

jim irzyk

2 years ago

In honor of Bob Hall

Millicent Bolden (Alumni ’69)

2 years ago

In honor of Haynes Waters

Andrew Lemieux (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In honor of Bruce Lemieux from the class of 1985

Donated $85 in honor of ‘85 alum Bruce Lemieux, Brother Brett. 💜🙏🏻

Rebecca Rice (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In honor of Mona Irvine Rice

Please give to Mona Rice Dance Fund. Thank you.

Paul M Beard (Alumni ’77)

2 years ago

Thanks to the Faculty and Staff of 1977.

Harry Harmon (Alumni ’21)

2 years ago

In honor of Donald Harmon

Elizabeth Johnson (Alumni ’92)

2 years ago

Loved my Cushing years!

Deb Gustafson (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

A very special community! 🐧

Jess Hoppin (Alumni ’89)

2 years ago

In honor of Julie Brodsky

Nancy Lippincott (Alumni ’71)

2 years ago

In honor of Emma Lippincott

I was a scholarship student; my oldest child was a scholarship student. We both we a debt to Cushing!

Gail Maitland (Parent ’19)

2 years ago

Cushing was a perfect fit for my son, great teachers, beautiful campus and he continues his relationship as a proud alumni. Feel blessed he graduated from Cushing!

Chuan Hong (Alumni ’13)

2 years ago

Best high school!

Kate Abrahamson (Parent ’19)

2 years ago

The Cushing community is a family that we will always be involved with. Sara had an amazing four years there. Cushing truly helped her become the best version of herself, and we are so grateful! So many wonderful people who supported her and continue to do so- 5 years later! Roll Pens!

Takako Furuya (Parent ’24)

2 years ago

Thanks to Mr Randy and Mr ince ,Mr Sinclair.

Jeremy Duffy (Alumni ’89)

2 years ago

In honor of Chaz Hesse '89

Patrice Worcester (Alumni ’79)

2 years ago

Great school! Great memories! Keep up the good work!

Susan Woody (Alumni ’62)

2 years ago

I loved the school

John Rizzo (Alumni ’79)

2 years ago

In honor of Mr. Robert Hall

Forever grateful for the Cushing Family!

Jaime Hancock (Alumni ’02)

2 years ago

In honor of Mr. Hall and Mr. Boyle

Joe Bennett (Alumni ’23)

2 years ago

Happy Cushing Day of Giving!

Jane Block (Parent ’25)

2 years ago

Great school!

Emily Roller (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In honor of Rich Henry & Peggy Lee

Yoshiki Nagatome (Parent ’27)

2 years ago

Thank you for providing a great education!

Colleen Fay (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In honor of Bruce Lemieux

Brian Barber (Alumni ’94)

2 years ago

Thank you Cushing!

Jeffrey Boudreau (Parent ’21)

2 years ago

Abby had a great experience at Cushing, especially playing Softball and performing in the Theatre Program, we are glad we can offer the support of those programs and the School in general.

Elma Shaw (Alumni ’86)

2 years ago

💜🐧

Excellis Interactive (Alumni ’89)

2 years ago

Pay it forward! - Wayne Semisch ‘89

Josh Novodor (Alumni ’97)

2 years ago

Great place to grow and succeed as young teenager.

Brandi Booker

2 years ago

So wonderful to see the community come together for all the students, faculty and staff of Cushing. Go Penguins!

Richard and Joan Roller

2 years ago

In honor of Emily Roller

Katherine Lemieux (Alumni ’15, Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In honor of Deb Gardner

Deb Gardner is a literal ray of sunshine in human form. She has made such a massive impact not only in my life, but SO many of her students and colleagues throughout her career at Cushing. Thank you for all you have done for me Deb! I love you!

Fran Maple (Parent ’26)

2 years ago

Candance, we are so proud of you; keep up the good work.

Kyle Sanborn (Alumni ’85)

2 years ago

In honor of Bob Hall and Chris Boyle

Brett- Great job! Keep it rolling!

Mary O'Neill (Alumni ’13)

2 years ago

Let’s go 2013s!!!!

Richard Ripley (Alumni ’65)

2 years ago

In honor of Paul Heslin

Outstanding person, mentor, teacher and coach!

Rebecca Chanin (Alumni ’85)

2 years ago

In memory of Tim Whitcomb

Cushing enhanced my life in more ways than I can list. Thinking of Tom, who left this life far too soon.

Carol&Robert Gorman (Alumni ’58)

2 years ago

Continuing our love for Cushing

Scott Bingham (Alumni ’74)

2 years ago

In memory of Bob Hall

Suzanne Widenhouse (Alumni ’85)

2 years ago

Class of ‘85 💜🐧💜

Kiernan Bell and George Thomas (Parent ’24)

2 years ago

We are especially grateful to Jen Willis, Julia Ohm and Jeanine Eschenbach for all their support of Miranda.

Pierre Marcoux (Alumni ’86)

2 years ago

In honor of Robert Hall

Georgia Elbling (Alumni ’24)

2 years ago

Our gratitude to the Athletic Training Team and Health Center staff! You are amazing!

Steve Jacobs (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In honor of Bob Hall

Jaymi Bader

2 years ago

Go Cushing Academy!

Jenn Parreira (Parent ’24)

2 years ago

Appreciation for the Cushing Academy teachers, coaches and staff who have provided so much for Nate.

Margaret Lee (Alumni ’19)

2 years ago

In memory of Bob Hall

David Farnham (Alumni ’77)

2 years ago

In honor of Steven C. Farnham

Tim and Kelley Ryan (Parent ’27)

2 years ago

Thank you to all the teachers and coaches!

Christian Housh (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

Roll Pens!

Victoria Hammond (Alumni ’19)

2 years ago

For the impact it made on me and my families lives

Songping Liao (Parent ’26)

2 years ago

Go Cushing!

Tammy and Tim Hale (Parent ’24, ’25)

2 years ago

In honor of Alexa Hale Class of ‘24. We are so proud of you and all you have accomplished. We can’t wait to cheer you on in your next journey. So thankful to all of the teachers and coaches who helped shape the wonderful person she has become. Cushing is a special place we are grateful to be a part of!

Ellen Benavides (Alumni ’85)

2 years ago

In honor of Lorna Moody Class of ‘85

Peter Hershaft (Alumni ’85)

2 years ago

Class of '85 Best Class Ever!!!!

Kate Marlow (Alumni ’99)

2 years ago

I give so other students can have an amazing high school experience filled with supportive community members like I had!

Donna Baum (Alumni ’69)

2 years ago

Cushing Academy changed my life by providing an outstanding high school education.

Donna Panero (Parent ’26)

2 years ago

In honor of My upcoming Junior Brady and the class 2026!!! Rollpens!

Thank you penguin nation!!! XOXO

Ann Logan (Alumni ’85)

2 years ago

In honor of Lorna Moody '85

To Cushing Academy! Making lives better since 1865...

o p h y li a li (Student ’26)

2 years ago

honor cert

Paul Sarkozi (Parent ’24)

2 years ago

Cushing does a wonderful job supporting all aspects of a student’s personal development. What a gift Cushing has been in our family’s life!

Lisa Mann Easterwood (Alumni ’87)

2 years ago

It was a great time of growth inside the classroom and on the fields. I made wonderful friends and loved learning about people outside of my hometown.

David Mogull (Parent ’27)

2 years ago

In honor of Ivan and Marcia Mogull

Love and appreciation

Greg Pollard (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In honor of The Advancement Office

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