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Our Mission
At Boston University Academy, kind and curious students who love learning are challenged to read deeply and think critically, to explore adventurously at Boston University, and to engage meaningfully in our community and beyond.
Core Values
Inquiry | Knowledge | Independence | Belonging | Joy
Featured News
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BUA Students Curate Art Exhibition as part of Boston Lunar New Year Gala
February 20, 2026On February 15, Boston City Hall hosted its 4th-annual Boston Lunar New Year Spring Gala. BUA juniors Dora Mou '27 and Cici Ye '27... More
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BUA Ethics Bowl Team Wins MA Annual High School Bowl
February 13, 2026This week, the BUA Ethics Bowl Team competed at -- and won! -- the Annual High School Ethics Bowl at Tufts University. This year's... More
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Lyahnnette Morales ’27 Crowned Miss Boston’s Teen 2026
February 13, 2026Last weekend, Lyahnnette Morales '27 was crowned Miss Boston’s Teen 2026, earning the opportunity to represent the city of Boston at Miss Massachusetts’ Teen... More
Head of School Blog
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Courtside Pride
February 13, 2026We had an exciting afternoon yesterday. The boys and girls basketball teams both won their championship games, which we hosted in our gym. They... More
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Mentors
February 6, 2026I’m writing from a conference of heads of school from leading independent schools around the country. Among the roughly 100 attendees are a half-dozen... More
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Connecting Disciplines
January 30, 2026I visited several classes this week. Even on these cold, gray January days in the aftermath of a snowstorm, the energy and engagement were... More
















