Freshman Orientation

A new chapter has officially begun for the Class of 2030!

Broom Street was filled with excitement as Padua Academy welcomed its newest Pandas for Freshman Orientation. The day gave members of the Class of 2030 an opportunity to begin building new friendships, become familiar with their new school community, and experience the energy and sisterhood that make Padua so special.

From meeting classmates and navigating campus to learning more about life as a Padua student, our newest Pandas took their first steps toward an exciting high school journey rooted in Spirituality, Scholarship, Service, and Sisterhood.

The first day of Freshman Orientation concluded with one of Padua’s most cherished traditions: the Big Sister Little Sister Reveal. Through this meaningful program, each freshman begins her Padua journey with a senior ready to welcome, encourage, and support her as she becomes part of the Padua sisterhood.

A special thank you to our Student Council and Peer Leadership volunteers, whose enthusiasm, leadership, and welcoming spirit helped make the day memorable for the Class of 2030. Their example of sisterhood helped ensure that every new student felt the warmth and pride of the Padua community.

We are so excited to welcome the Class of 2030 home to Padua Academy and cannot wait to see all they will accomplish, together and individually, over the next four years.

Welcome to the Padua sisterhood, Class of 2030! Your journey starts here.


View our Freshman Orientation photo album on Padua's Facebook.