Proudly recognizing the outstanding achievements of its Latin students, the school celebrates exceptional results on the 2026 National Latin Exam, a rigorous, nationally administered assessment that evaluates students’ mastery of Latin grammar, vocabulary, translation, history, and mythology. The exam increases in difficulty across levels Latin I through Latin V, challenging students to demonstrate both precision and depth in their understanding of the language and the classical world.

Rooted in a classical and integrated curriculum, the study of Latin reflects a broader commitment to the language arts—the trivium of thought, symbol, and communication. Students are formed through disciplined study of grammar, structured writing, and analytical thinking, while also developing cultural awareness and the ability to engage meaningfully with other languages and traditions. Alongside Latin, students pursue multiple years of modern languages and may also study Ancient Greek through a four-year sequence, one of only a handful of such programs in the nation, fostering communicative proficiency and a deeper appreciation for global connections.

This year, students earned exceptional distinctions on the National Latin Exam, underscoring both their dedication and the strength of the Classics program. A total of 42 students received gold medals, six of whom achieved perfect scores, while 37 students earned silver medals. Additionally, 107 students were recognized with magna cum laude and cum laude honors.

Students earning perfect scores, an extraordinary accomplishment on this challenging exam, include:

• Arthur Hall — Latin I (Gold Medal, Perfect Score)
• Sameer Rab — Latin II (Gold Medal, Perfect Score)
• Keane Womack — Latin II (Gold Medal, Perfect Score)
• Henry Ganucheau — Latin II (Gold Medal, Perfect Score)
• Henry Dimm — Latin II (Gold Medal, Perfect Score)
• Krishan Thambiaiyah — Latin II (Gold Medal, Perfect Score)

These accomplishments reflect the strength of the Classics Department and the dedication of its faculty: Department Head Josh LeBoeuf ’04, Dr. Brian V. Credo ’11, Toni W. Bondi, Clayton B. Acy ’92, Mitch R. Chapoton ’87, Michael R. Prados ’83, and Joe Knight. Through their guidance, students engage deeply with the Latin language and the intellectual traditions of the ancient world, building skills that support excellence across all areas of study.

All students who participated in this year’s National Latin Exam are to be commended for their commitment to academic excellence and the continued pursuit of knowledge rooted in the classical tradition.