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List of 10 news stories.

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  Connor Harshany and the Journey to Patient-First Medicine

  5/25/2026
  Nichols School
  Out of 2,000 applicants, Nichols senior Connor Harshany ’26 secured one of just 10 spots in the University of Rochester’s prestigious REMS program. Discover how his eight-year journey at Nichols shaped a patient-first philosophy that values empathy over acceptance rates.
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  Darren McCormick Named Director of Boys Hockey and 18U Head Coach

  5/24/2026
  Nichols School
  We are excited to announce Buffalo native and former professional player Darren McCormick as our new Director of Boys Hockey and 18U Head Coach.
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  How Mariah Houston is Building Her Own HBCU Legacy

  5/18/2026
  Nichols School
  For Mariah Houston ’26, choosing Spelman College wasn't just about continuing a proud family HBCU legacy but about finding a campus that fit her perfectly. Discover how her leadership at Nichols prepared her to carve out a distinct path of her own in Atlanta.
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  Mark Gearan Will Deliver Address at Nichols' 134th Commencement

  5/14/2026
  Nichols School
  Nichols School is proud to welcome Hobart and William Smith President Mark Gearan as its 2026 Commencement speaker while also honoring Jeffrey L. Linsky ’59, Jim Kramer, and Mary Sykes for their extraordinary contributions to science, education, athletics, and the Nichols community.
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  Scott Reisinger Named Interim Head of School

  5/13/2026
  Nichols School
  Rochester, N.Y., native Scott Reisinger has been named Interim Head of School at Nichols, effective July 1, 2026.
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  Tommy Yang: Trading the Blue Line for the Brown Bears

  5/11/2026
  Nichols School
  Captain of the ice, leader in the Writing Center, and future Ivy Leaguer. Tommy Yang ’26 faced a difficult choice this spring: continue the hockey grind or pivot toward a world-class education at Brown University.
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  Purpose Over Pressure: A Student-Centered College Path

  5/7/2026
  A Special from Education Insider Magazine
  Kelly Jorgensen brings more than 25 years of experience to her role as Dean of College Counseling at Nichols School. Since joining Nichols in 2021, she has championed a relationship-driven approach, ensuring that college counseling is guided by intentionality and a deep commitment to student well-being. Jorgensen was named one of Education Insider's Top 10 Directors of College counseling in 2026. 
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  Nichols School, TechBuffalo Launch Strategic Partnership to Lead AI Education and Readiness

  5/5/2026
  Nichols School
  How do we prepare students for an AI-driven economy? Nichols School and TechBuffalo just launched a major partnership to find out. From building AI fluency in middle school to fostering 'algorithmic accountability' in seniors, discover how this collaboration is creating a blueprint for the next generation of tech leaders in Western New York. 
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  Paige Pilote and the Strategic Fast-Track to Medicine

  5/4/2026
  Nichols School
  For Paige Pilote '26, the path to medicine wasn't just about labs and classrooms; it was about being exactly where she needed to be. Read how Paige’s journey through Nichols prepared her to skip the gap years and dive straight into her professional calling.
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  Just Get it Done: The Story of Joseph Goodly

  4/21/2026
  Nichols School
  Freshman Joseph Goodly ’29, from Derby, N.Y., brings a steady, disciplined approach to his time at Nichols. Balancing a demanding academic schedule, JV hockey, and a growing business, Joseph shares how consistency, effort, and a “just get it done” mindset shape his experience both in and out of the classroom.
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