Saint Raphael Academy
123 Walcott Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860-3256
401-723-8100
Fax 401-723-8740
www.saintraphaelacademy.org
Brother Daniel Aubin, FSC, Principal

FOUNDATION Saint Raphael Academy officially opened its doors on 10 September 1924, welcoming 59 young men into what was once a residential home on Walcott Street. The Brothers of the Christian School have operated the Academy since its inception. Brother Anselm Moore, F.S.C., the first principal of Saint Raphael Academy, was joined by two additional Brothers and a Catholic priest in educational ministry. Under the direction of Bishop Hickey, the local church pastors decided that the school should be dedicated to Saint Raphael, one of the seven archangels. With the support of Bishop Hickey and many local pastors, a two-story Brick structure, including classroom and athletic space, was constructed and officially opened in January 1929, next to the 123 Walcott Street building. In 1974, the Academy became co-educational, welcoming young women from Saint Jean Baptist Academy and other local women's schools. In order to accommodate the influx of new students, the Academy entered into a lease agreement with Saint Joseph's Parish to use the classrooms in their former elementary school building. In the fall of 2000, the Academy purchased the building and the adjacent parking lot. In 1986, facing increased enrollment and a need to provide additional space for computers, the arts, and athletics, a new wing was built on the West Campus. In 1996, the Academy launched a capital campaign which has allowed the school to invest in a variety of technology initiatives; faculty and curriculum development programs; the acquisition of the new Administration Center on 38 Maynard Street; and the construction of the Healey Library and Media Center in the original building at 123 Walcott Street. Today there are three De LaSalle Christian Brothers and close to sixty lay faculty and staff members in ministry at Saint Raphael Academy with a population of over 550 students. The school's reputation over the years has been heightened by our students' accomplishments in the fields of academics, athletics, and Christian service. The school's success can be attributed to the vision of the De LaSalle Christian Brothers and lay teachers, the support of parents, and the efforts of the students themselves. The enthusiasm of the present students continues the SAINTS tradition of excellence. SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT Saint Raphael Academy is a Catholic, coeducational, college preparatory school founded in the tradition of Saint John Baptist de LaSalle and rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ. The Academy welcomes a student body that is academically, economically and culturally diverse. Through its commitment to Christian values, the Academy strives for excellence in all programs for the spiritual, academic, cultural and physical development of each student. Saint Raphael Academy seeks to provide a safe environment that places priority on mutual respect as well as self-discipline. The Academy prepares each student for a wholesome life dedicated to learning, leadership and service to the Church and community.