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List of 10 news stories.

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  Empowering Middle Schoolers Through Community Mentorship

  3/2/2026
  Nichols School
  In the brand-new Teaching & Mentoring Club, the focus extends far beyond traditional tutoring. By bridging the gap between Nichols middle schoolers and the University at Buffalo, this pilot program pairs students with college mentors who provide more than just homework help—they offer a roadmap for time management, self-discipline, and the confidence to navigate the "real world."
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  Lily Zhang Finds Her Next Shot

  3/2/2026
  Nichols School
  Nichols senior Lily Zhang ‘26 is a varsity golf champion and a thoracic oncology researcher. In this spotlight, Lily shares how her "next shot" mentality led her from the Augusta National Drive, Chip, and Putt finals to the labs of Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. Whether she’s competing on the boys’ varsity golf team or analyzing non-small cell lung cancer data with Dr. Mark Hennon, Lily embodies the balance of academics, athletics, and the arts at Nichols. 
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  Nichols Juniors Sweep City Squash Championships

  2/19/2026
  Nichols School
  In a city where winter sports usually conjure images of frozen ponds and hockey rinks, two Nichols School juniors are proving that some of the most intense competition in Western New York happens inside a four-walled court.
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  Hayley Scamurra '13 Returns to the Olympic Stage

  2/5/2026
  Nichols School
  The Buffalo community has a familiar face to cheer for at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games. Hayley Scamurra, a 2013 graduate of Nichols School, has officially hit the ice for her second Olympic appearance with the U.S. Women's Olympic Ice Hockey Team. 
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  The Next Play: Why the Best is Yet to Come for Colin Fakhari

  2/3/2026
  Nichols School
  For eighth grader Colin Fakhari, the Nichols experience is defined by challenge, growth, and a steady focus on what comes next. From adjusting to more demanding academics to developing a leadership mindset on and off the lacrosse field, Colin shares how Nichols has pushed him to work harder, support others, and embrace a “next play” approach that values effort, character, and community over perfection.
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  How Dylan Suchak Makes Every Minute Count

  1/12/2026
  Nichols School
  From tagging along at open houses as a five-year-old to tackling university-level math as a freshman, Dylan Suchak ’29 shares how Nichols provides the perfect balance of independence and community.
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  Sawyer Schmidt '28 Takes His Game to the International Stage

  12/10/2025
  Nichols School
  10th-grader Sawyer Schmidt got the opportunity to rep the red, white, and blue of the USA Hockey sweater in international competition this summer.
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  Ashanti Washington '26 Earns Buffalo Bills Jr. Community QB Award

  12/4/2025
  Nichols School
  Senior Ashanti Washington '26 was named the recipient of the Buffalo Bills Foundation 2025 Jr. Quarterback Award.
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  The Ultimate Teammate: Cloutier Moves On

  12/4/2025
  Nichols School
  Nichols thanks Middle School teacher and coach Chris Cloutier, as new professional lacrosse opportunities will take him out of Western New York. Wishing you the best, Clooch!
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  Climbing to the Top: How Lilly Filadora Turned Uphill Challenges into Defining Adventures

  11/20/2025
  Nichols School
  Eighth grader Lilly Filadora continues to reach new heights through the opportunities and support she’s found at Nichols School. Whether exploring Iceland, hiking Mount Washington, or learning to trust her instincts in art class, she’s discovering how curiosity, challenge, and caring teachers can lead to confidence and growth.
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