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Padua's school motto, "Suaviter sed Fortiter," translates as "Softly, but Strongly" and describes the qualities of an educated woman: nurturing and responsive to the uniqueness of others, yet purposeful and determined, accepting a responsible role in the global community.
Recent News
List of 5 news stories.
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2023 National Merit Scholar
Read MoreWe are #PaduaPROUD of Shannon Salerni '23 for advancing from semifinalist status to being named a National Merit Finalist and winner of the National Merit Mannington Mills, Inc. Scholarship. This corporate-sponsored supplementary scholarship from Mannington Mills is renewable for four years. -
Encounter L (50)
This past weekend, 30 Juniors and Seniors participated in Padua's annual Encounter Retreat, a three-day retreat at St. Raphaela Retreat Center in Haverford, PA.Read More -
Engineering Week
Read MoreIt's a wrap for Engineer Week 2023 on Broom Street! This past week was filled with engineering-themed activities focusing on increasing the understanding of and interest in engineering careers, hopefully sparking some future engineers or solidifying the decision for students already set on this career path! -
Students Become the Teachers at Delaware Museum of Nature & Science
Read MorePadua students in the STEM Club and CAD, Engineering Design and Advanced Chemistry courses taught the science behind exhibit components they designed that are currently on display in the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science. -
Grab-N-Go Cafe from Yay Lunch!
Read MoreStarting Feb. 21st, Padua faculty and students are now able to fuel up on tasty, ready-to-eat food with the Grab-N-Go Cafe menu from Yay Lunch!
We are #PaduaProud
More Stories from Broom Street
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Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical
The cast and crew of Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical left everything on the stage as they played to packed houses for 3 performances this past weekend. Just under 1000 people came out to see the culmination of months of effort by our students, families, and staff. -
2023 Carson Scholar
We are #PaduaPROUD of Sanya Dudeja '25 for being selected as a 2023 Carson Scholars Fund recipient. She was chosen because she demonstrates the highest standards of academic achievement, integrity, civic and social responsibility. -
Padua's Mock Trial Team
Congratulations to the Padua Academy Mock Trial Team who competed in the Delaware High School State Mock Trial Competition at the Leonard L. Williams Justice Center in Wilmington, DE. -
Shining Light Award Honors Lisa Kowalski '83
Delaware Foundation for Science and Math Education (DFSME) Shining Light Award honors Math Department Co-Chair Lisa Kowalski (Padua Academy Class of '83). -
Coding Club Computer Science Speakers
On February 2nd, three Padua graduates came to talk to the Coding Club about their experiences studying Computer Science in college and the different jobs that have been available to them: Megan Cunningham '10, Camryn Kelly '19, Sarah Jane Mee '19. -
Padua Commissions 2022-23 Student Council
On Thursday, September 29, the entire student body, faculty and staff officially welcomed the newest members of Padua's Student Council in a lovely installation ceremony led by Ms. Manganiello. -
Padua HOSA - Only Private School in DE to Win Fusion Medals
Congrats to Padua’s inaugural HOSA (Health, Occupational Students in America) club for winning 5 medals in this year’s HOSA Fusion health sciences competition. -
Padua Partners with Chemours
A new partnership with Chemours will connect Padua students with female mentors representing every aspect of this Fortune 500 company's day-to-day business. -
Padua Alumnae of Color Return for Inaugural Speaker Series
In celebration of Black History Month, Padua is putting the spotlight on our alumnae of color. Kirsten (Patton) Croner ‘02, participated in our very 1st Padua Grad Series online talk with members of our Black Student Union (BSU). -
It Takes Character
When Padua Senior Krissy Kanu was nominated to take part in Character Lab, she had never even heard of the organization. Less than a year later, Krissy found herself interviewing Dr. Bradley, as part of the keynote presentation at their annual Educator Summit in August.
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