October 1, 2026
Listening for the Story
The best stories do more than show us another life; they reveal something of our shared humanity. At just 23, award-winning multimedia journalist Max Feliu, ‘21, is already building a career around that belief, reporting across borders, cultures, and media in pursuit of the deeper stories that connect us. Born in Barcelona and shaped by […]
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January 12, 2026
A Home Court Advantage
When Trey Murphy III, ’18, returns to Cary Academy as this year’s Commencement speaker, he comes not just as an NBA standout but as someone profoundly shaped by a community that nurtured his drive, steadiness, and sense of purpose long before he took the national stage. Ask him what he remembers most from his time […]
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October 1, 2025
From Code to Cure
When Mark Hallen, ’06, arrived at Cary Academy as a self-described “bookish” student with a budding interest in math and science, he could never have imagined that one day he’d help turn what once felt like science fiction into reality. Today, he is doing just that, leading a team of scientists in designing cancer drugs […]
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January 7, 2025
Making Change Drop by Drop
Social entrepreneur Serena Advani, ’13, is turning her passion for sustainability into a groundbreaking business that is as innovative as it is impactful. As the founder and mastermind behind Sea Drop—a preservative-free, waterless skincare line—Advani is making waves in the beauty industry by tackling two of its most pressing issues: plastic waste and carbon emissions. […]
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November 7, 2024
Honoring Trey Murphy III
In February, we welcomed Trey Murphy III, ‘18, shooting guard for the NBA’s New Orleans Pelicans, back to his home court to retire his varsity basketball jersey. Murphy was joined by fellow alums, family, friends, and the entire CA community in a spirited celebration of his exceptional legacy. Emceed by the late Josh Rowsey, ‘09, […]
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September 30, 2021
CA to celebrate Homecoming with fall and winter festivities
Who doesn’t love an opportunity to celebrate Chargers past and present? While the last 18 months of pandemic conditions have sadly limited our capacity for in-person celebrations, CA is doubling down (literally) to make up for lost time this fall and winter. In celebration of its 25th anniversary, CA plans to offer not one, but two, separate Homecoming festivities—two chances to gather as a community, welcome alumni home, and reconnect.
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September 16, 2021
Trey Murphy (’18) reveals the formula for his leap to the NBA
After an explosive debut in the NBA Summer League that has already led to rookie of the year whispers, Cary Academy’s first alum to be selected as an NBA draft pick – Kenneth ‘Trey’ Murphy, III (’18) – recently sat down with Sports Illustrated’s Priya Desai for an interview hosted in CA’s Fitness Center gym. Murphy returned to […]
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July 30, 2021
Trey Murphy III (’18) picked by the Pelicans in NBA Draft
During last night’s 2021 NBA Draft, Cary Academy alum Trey Murphy III (’ 18) was drafted as the number 17 overall pick, landing a spot with the New Orleans Pelicans. Before becoming one of the most versatile players in this year's draft, Murphy set records at UVA and Cary Academy.
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May 24, 2021
Congratulations, Class of 2021!
On Friday, May 21, 2021, Cary Academy celebrated the Class of 2021 as they embark on the next step of their journey, attending 49 different colleges and universities in 18 states, Canada, China, and Scotland. After being welcomed to CA’s first outdoor commencement by Head of School, Dr. Mike Ehrhardt, Class Speakers Armita Jamshidi ’21 […]
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