Class of 2025: Graduating with Confidence & Purpose
Celebrate the remarkable achievements of St. Luke's School (SLS) graduates as they step confidently into the world, equipped with an exceptional education, the courage to lead with humanity, and friendships that will last a lifetime.
Below, you'll find our 2025 matriculation list, photos from our 96th Commencement, and messages straight from the hearts of parents. Each has a unique story, but all treasure the exceptional teachers and warm community that inspired their children to go above and beyond what they ever thought possible.
SLS is a secular (non-religious), private day school for grades 5-12 in New Canaan, CT serving over 40 surrounding towns in Connecticut and New York.
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The Ambrose family of Rowayton: Dean '23, Douglas, Peyton ‘25, and Kelly
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“SLS has an exceptional ability to nurture each child’s unique interests. Faculty are passionate about their subjects and genuinely invested in every student’s growth and success. Peyton built strong relationships with her teachers, coaches, and advisors and developed the confidence to advocate for herself—skills that will undoubtedly carry over into college and help her continue to flourish."
- Kelly Ambrose, mother of Peyton
Peyton will attend Boston College.
The Ebright family of Stamford: Ryan, Deena, Brody ‘25, and Michael
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“SLS has consistently challenged Brody in meaningful ways. Being surrounded by bright, like-minded peers inspired him to fully engage and strive for excellence. He will leave SLS not only as a confident and capable student, fully prepared for the academic challenges of college, but also as a thoughtful and compassionate person ready to make a positive impact in the world. SLS exceeded our expectations, and we’re deeply grateful to be part of this community."
- Dr. Deena Ebright, mother of Brody
Brody is an SLS STEM Scholar and will attend Lehigh University.
The Nelson family of Greenwich: Mackenzie '23, Robbie, Camdyn ‘25, and Drury
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“SLS prepared Camdyn for college academically and athletically. The challenging coursework helped her grow as a student and learn to manage her time effectively. The athletic program helped build her leadership skills, communicate more effectively, and be a positive influence on and off the court. Both our daughters went to SLS and have succeeded beyond our wildest dreams. We feel grateful to be part of the SLS family. "
- Drury and Robbie Nelson, parents of Camdyn
Camdyn will attend Syracuse University and will play Division I Basketball.
SLS Valedictorian and Ridgefield resident Lena Olbrys and her family: Cailin ‘27, Michele, and Greg
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“SLS faculty foster an environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and independent learning. Teachers would often meet with Lena and other classmates during off-hours to explore topics that were part of the set curriculum, and also of personal academic interest to the students. The SLS core curriculum, as well as the encouragement to explore more advanced topics, has provided a lifelong love of learning and a solid foundation for the rigors of college."
- Michele and Greg Olbrys, parents of Lena
Lena is an SLS STEM Scholar. She will attend Johns Hopkins University and will play Division III Soccer.
The Minuesa family of New Canaan: Jose ‘17, Raquel, Javier ‘25, Juan, Sara ‘22, and Maria ‘18
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“One of the greatest advantages of SLS has been the ease of access and close relationships with teachers, advisors, and coaches. These relationships accelerated Javier’s integration into the community and the development of his full potential academically and as a student-athlete. All four of our children attended SLS, and each, in their own way, grew in a healthy yet competitive environment that prepared them for the next stage of life."
- Raquel Sicilia de Minuesa, mother of Javier
Javier will attend Swarthmore College and play Division III soccer.
The DeFilippo family of Bedford: Liz ‘93, Ryan ‘22, Ali ‘25, and Peter
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“Being at SLS gave Ali the gift of becoming more. She was seen, understood, and encouraged—not just by her advisors, but by so many faculty and staff who truly knew her. They helped her believe she could think deeper, audition for the part, become a Literary Scholar, run for student council, and try something new. Because of those relationships, she’s graduating as the brave, confident, insightful, and compassionate person she is today."
- Liz DeFilippo '93, mother of Ali
Ali is an SLS Literary Scholar and will attend Syracuse University.
Auburn University (2)
Barnard College
Boston College (3)
Boston University
Bowdoin College
Bowie State University
Brown University
Bryn Mawr College
Bucknell University
Carnegie Mellon University
Colby College
Colgate University (2)
College of the Holy Cross
Colorado School of Mines
Cornell University (4)
Curry College
Denison University
Dickinson College
Elon University
Fairfield University
Franklin and Marshall College
Hamilton College
Harvard University
Barnard College
Boston College (3)
Boston University
Bowdoin College
Bowie State University
Brown University
Bryn Mawr College
Bucknell University
Carnegie Mellon University
Colby College
Colgate University (2)
College of the Holy Cross
Colorado School of Mines
Cornell University (4)
Curry College
Denison University
Dickinson College
Elon University
Fairfield University
Franklin and Marshall College
Hamilton College
Harvard University
Haverford College
Howard University
Indiana University (3)
Johns Hopkins University
Lehigh University (4)
Marist University
McGill University
Mercyhurst University
Middlebury College (2)
Muhlenberg College
Northeastern University (2)
Ohio State University
Providence College (3)
Quinnipiac University
Southern Connecticut State University
Southern Methodist University
Swarthmore College
Syracuse University (4)
Texas Christian University (2)
Trinity College
Tulane University (2)
Union College
University of California, Berkeley
Howard University
Indiana University (3)
Johns Hopkins University
Lehigh University (4)
Marist University
McGill University
Mercyhurst University
Middlebury College (2)
Muhlenberg College
Northeastern University (2)
Ohio State University
Providence College (3)
Quinnipiac University
Southern Connecticut State University
Southern Methodist University
Swarthmore College
Syracuse University (4)
Texas Christian University (2)
Trinity College
Tulane University (2)
Union College
University of California, Berkeley
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University of Connecticut
University of Michigan
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
University of Notre Dame
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University of Rhode Island
University of Southern California
University of St Andrews
University of Tampa (2)
University of Tennessee
University of Utah
University of Vermont (2)
University of Virginia
University of Wisconsin, Madison (2)
Vanderbilt University
Vassar College
Villanova University (3)
Wake Forest University (2)
Washington and Lee University (2)
Wesleyan University
University of Colorado Boulder
University of Connecticut
University of Michigan
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
University of Notre Dame
University of Pittsburgh
University of Puget Sound
University of Rhode Island
University of Southern California
University of St Andrews
University of Tampa (2)
University of Tennessee
University of Utah
University of Vermont (2)
University of Virginia
University of Wisconsin, Madison (2)
Vanderbilt University
Vassar College
Villanova University (3)
Wake Forest University (2)
Washington and Lee University (2)
Wesleyan University