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Before We Go: Four Seniors Reflect on Their Time at LA
It's graduation week! Four Lawrence Academy seniors sit down to reflect on their time at LA — from first impressions and favorite memories to the people and places the...
Behind the Curtain: The Making of a Musical Collaboration
Listen as Lawrence Academy students and faculty reflect on the “thrilling process” of bringing West Side Story to life in collaboration with Groton School. From early ...
Beyond the Game: Life as a Student-Athlete at LA
In this episode of Brighter on the Hillside, we hear from Lawrence Academy student-athletes as they reflect on their athletic journeys—from first practices to defining...
Dare to Lead: Inspiring Confident, Authentic Leadership
Listen as Dennis Canty sits down with four Lawrence Academy students who truly “walk the walk” as leaders. From team captains and club leaders to Spartan Leaders and d...
Recognizing Every Learner: Deep Dive into Learning Support
Listen in as host Dennis Canty sits down with our Director of Learning Support, Jen McAleer '03, and two students who have benefited from our Learning Support program....
Dare to Do: Being Brave at LA
Join host Dennis Canty for a conversation with current students about embracing challenges, taking risks, and learning to grow beyond their comfort zones at Lawrence A...
Empowered for What’s Next: College Counseling at LA
Join host Dennis Canty for an inside look at Lawrence Academy’s college counseling program. In conversation with two seniors and college counselors Amy Selinger and Mi...
Winterim: History, Purpose, and Impact on the Student Experience
Join host Dennis Canty as he sits down with Winterim Director Tony Hawgood and a senior student to explore how three Winterim experiences have helped shape her journey...
Learning at LA: Three Students Reflect on their Academic Journeys
In the first episode of 2026, host Dennis Canty is joined by Dean of Faculty and Academic Affairs Christine Torigian, along with three Lawrence Academy students. Toget...
Advisory: The Heart of the LA Experience
In our first full-length episode of Brighter on the Hillside, Host Dennis Canty is joined by one of his advisees. Additionally, Assistant Head of School Libby Margraf ...
An Introduction to Brighter on the Hillside
In this introductory episode, our Host, Dennis Canty, is joined by Director of Admissions & Digital Strategy (and alum of LA) Sara Gillis '10 to chat about what you ca...