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06/01/2026

Tay'vian Laing, Harvard University Class of 2026 (Shepherds /Kolbe Cathedral High School '22) says it all. https://bit.ly/4x34r0L

05/26/2026

“You make a living by what you get, but you make a life by what you give," says Fairfield Prep alumnus and longtime Shepherds supporter John Santa ’60.

John was one of the first to join the Shepherds Mentors program, a connection that has continued to bring him back to the Prep community in meaningful ways. Today, John is proudly sponsoring Shepherds/Fairfield Prep Class of 2029 mentee Jaycob Estrada (mentor: Chris Duffy), continuing his commitment to supporting the next generation of Prep students through mentorship and opportunity.

Read more about his journey: https://bit.ly/43rAaeq Kolbe Cathedral High School Notre Dame High School Lauralton Hall Fairfield Prep

John Santa ’60 credits Fairfield Prep with shaping his lifelong commitment to faith, service, and connection. From his early days as a waitlisted applicant to becoming a dedicated alumnus and mentor, John embodies the enduring impact of a Jesuit education. Actively involved with Shepherds Mentors,...

05/21/2026

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05/18/2026

Help Support our NEW partnership with Fairfield Prep! Kolbe Cathedral High School Notre Dame High School Lauralton Hall Fairfield Prep

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05/07/2026

CONGRATULATIONS Shepherds/Notre Dame West Haven Class of 2026 Mentees Alberto and Steven Torres and mentors Jason Sherrod and Dennis Klemenz on this AMAZING achievement!!

05/06/2026

What a great day in NYC for Shepherds/Kolbe Cathedral Class of 2028 mentor Don Sullivan and his mentee Ziel N.! 🗽🚆

After taking the Metro North train into the city, they explored some of New York’s most iconic sights, walking up Fifth Avenue to Rockefeller Center and St. Patrick's Cathedral before heading uptown to visit the Society Of Illustrators and the Museum of Comic & Cartoon Art - MoCCA (perfect for Ziel, who enjoys creating his own artwork at home!)

After taking the subway downtown for lunch at historic Keens Steakhouse, one of NYC’s oldest restaurants, they wrapped up the day with an unforgettable trip to the top of the Empire State Building overlooking the city skyline. Kolbe Cathedral Prep Notre Dame High School Lauralton Hall Fairfield Prep

04/29/2026

Our "End of the Year" Celebration brought together the entire Shepherds community—mentors, mentees, families, Board, staff, partner schools, supporters, and sponsors—to honor what’s possible when commitment and care come together.

A special congratulations to our incredible Class of 2026. From college acceptances to lifelong mentor relationships, this is what impact looks like.

Grateful for ALL of our mentors and to our partner schools—Kolbe Cathedral, Notre Dame West Haven, Lauralton Hall, and Fairfield Prep—and for every person who plays a role in changing lives… one student at a time.

Take a look through the program from this special day (great pics to follow!): Kolbe Cathedral High School Notre Dame High School Lauralton Hall Fairfield Prep

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04/24/2026

Here's a look into this year’s Shepherds Spring College Tour! Each spring, our sophomores and juniors step onto college campuses to experience firsthand what their futures can look like.

This year, students visited College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA and Providence College in Providence, RI. By exploring dorms, sitting in on presentations, walking through academic spaces, they were able to get a real feel for college life and the admissions process.

These moments matter. For many of our students—often first-generation college-bound—seeing themselves on a college campus helps turn possibility into reality. Notre Dame High School Lauralton Hall Fairfield Prep Kolbe Cathedral Prep

04/21/2026

First-generation students aren’t just navigating college—they’re navigating financial pressure, mental health challenges, and a lack of built-in support systems, all at once. That’s why mentorship matters. At Shepherds, we walk alongside our students every step of the way—through mentorship, college access, and life-changing support. https://bit.ly/4mFoOfE Notre Dame High School Lauralton Hall Fairfield Prep Kolbe Cathedral High School

While the journey of first-generation college students is one of courage and ambition, it is often fraught with significant challenges. As pioneers navigating an unfamiliar terrain, many face systemic barriers that can impede their ability to fully benefit from higher education.  The Pell Institute...

04/16/2026

This powerful article from Business Insider highlights how consistent, caring mentors help students build confidence, access resources, and turn college dreams into reality. Our Shepherds mentors help students walk through them and stay the course. Kolbe Cathedral Prep Notre Dame High School Lauralton Hall Fairfield Prep

Mentoring unlocks college and career success for underserved students, offering volunteers a chance to make a meaningful impact.