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Confidence looks different for everyone—and for Leela, it grew stronger with every opportunity to be seen and heard.![]()
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At Buckley, she learned to step forward, trust herself, and enjoy performing in a way she never had before. Her duet in the 8th grade play stands out as a moment when everything clicked—calm, joyful, and fully in her element.![]()
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She’s heading to Dominican Academy next year, eager to build new friendships, stay active on the volleyball court, and continue exploring her interests.![]()
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Congratulations, Leela—we are so proud of you and can’t wait to see all you accomplish!![]()
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Big goals, global perspective.![]()
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Peter’s Buckley experience pushed him to grow—not just as a student, but as a person. With stronger study habits, better time management, and a growing sense of confidence, he’s ready for what’s next.![]()
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One highlight he’ll never forget: exploring Greece with classmates—taking in new landscapes, new perspectives, and the kind of shared experience that stays with you.![]()
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Now he’s heading to Xavier High School, inspired to continue that journey through service and global impact.![]()
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That’s the Buckley difference—students who leave ready to do good in the world. Congratulations, Peter!![]()
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Throughout her nine years at Buckley, Rylee has grown into a confident, motivated student—strengthening her voice, building lasting friendships, and embracing opportunities that challenged and inspired her, from the classroom to Club Getaway and beyond.![]()
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We are so proud of all she’s accomplished and can’t wait to see her thrive at Sacred Heart Academy next year.![]()
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The Buckley journey stays with you—and Rylee is just getting started. Congratulations!![]()
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From nine years at Buckley to an exciting next chapter, Rui-Xing reflects on the friendships, growth, and unforgettable moments that shaped his journey.![]()
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From spotting dolphins off Hydra during the 7th grade Greece trip to standing at the island’s highest point with friends, it’s the shared experiences—and the people—that made it all meaningful.![]()
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Next stop: Phillips Exeter Academy. Congratulations, Rui-Xing!![]()
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To kick off their Citizenship unit, our second graders had a special guest in class today: our Head of School, Dr. Juhel! The students and Dr. Juhel discussed how to be a good Buckley citizen in different places in the building such as the dining room, gym, hallway.
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Buckley Students Shine at Kellenberg Math Competition
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Wednesday, April 1, 2026 Buckley’s Got Talent lit up The Muran Theatre on Wednesday, April 1, with an afternoon of creativity, confidence, and crowd-pleasing performances from students in Grades …
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Class of 2026 Ignites the Stage with Footloose
Tuesday, March 31, 2026 There was a buzz of excitement in The Muran Theatre on Tuesday, March 31st, as the Buckley Class of 2026 delivered a lively and memorable …
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Third Grade Animal Research Comes to Life at the Queens Zoo
Tuesday, March 30, 2026 Buckley third graders visited the Queens Zoo as part of their reading and writing units on animal research, extending their classroom learning in a meaningful, …
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Buckley Student Musicians Perform at Lincoln Center
March 23, 2026 A talented group of Buckley student musicians took the stage at Lincoln Center on Saturday, March 21, 2026, as part of a prestigious winners’ recital, showcasing …
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New issue of Spotlight magazine!
Friday, March 20, 2026 The latest issue of Spotlight, Buckley’s community magazine, just dropped! Check your mailbox or click here to read Head of School Jean-Marc Juhel’s reflection on remaining …
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Buckley’s Tenth Annual March Madness Tournament
March 13, 2026 The Buckley community turned out in full force for the school’s highly anticipated annual March Madness basketball tournament, celebrating a decade of spirited competition and connection! …
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Buckley Celebrates Black History Month
February 6, 2026 On Friday, Buckley gathered for a special Black History Month assembly. Thoughtfully introduced by Adanna V. ’26, the assembly featured The Totally Awesome Traveling Black History …
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Third Graders Present Living History Projects
January 16, 2026 Buckley’s third graders transformed The Reception Room into a living history museum this week as they presented their annual research projects on notable figures from around …
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