Welcome to the news hub for all the happenings at St. Augustine Prep.
Domenic Scaffidi ’21 was awarded a four-year scholarship to the University of Scranton by fellow Hermit Dr. John Mariotti ’71. Their connection, rooted in shared values and a St. Augustine Prep bond, reflects the enduring impact of alumni generosity and the strength of the Hermit Brotherhood.
A look back at the Class of 2025’s unforgettable Commencement, highlighting student voices, Augustinian values, and the enduring strength of the Hermit Brotherhood.
The Class of 2029 marked a meaningful milestone during their Moving Up Ceremony — a celebration of growth, gratitude, and their place in the Prep Brotherhood.
This installment of 'Rooted in Richland' celebrates Peter Earnest ’25, a standout senior whose journey at the Prep—marked by faith, brotherhood, and leadership—earned him the prestigious Villanova Augustinian Scholarship.
We thank all who joined us at the Prep on Saturday, March 22, 2025, as the school honored these proud representatives of the Hermits Brotherhood who excelled in their sports or roles and brought honor, recognition, distinction, and excellence to St. Augustine Prep. This recognition maintains the school’s spirit, pride, and sense of community and celebrates the storied history and tradition of Hermits Athletics.
Hermits DECA students showcased their business acumen and advanced to the state competition, continuing a tradition of excellence in leadership and innovation.
Hermit scholar-musicians Luke Klotz ’27 and Chase McElroy ’27 earned standout recognition at the Penn Honors Music Extravaganza and the prestigious Palestra Honor Band.
Ryan Knight ’25 and Patrick Kearney ’26 proudly represented St. Augustine Prep in KYW Newsradio’s prestigious 57th Annual Newstudies Program. This program, connecting high school students with the world of broadcast journalism for over 50 years, provided Ryan and Patrick the chance to learn from top industry professionals.
![From Hermit to Royal Pride: Domenic Scaffidi ’21 Reflects on His Journey at the University of Scranton]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749840667/hermitscom/u4zromtmdqb50npyfylz/Screenshot2025-06-13at24755PM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749840667/hermitscom/u4zromtmdqb50npyfylz/Screenshot2025-06-13at24755PM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749840667/hermitscom/u4zromtmdqb50npyfylz/Screenshot2025-06-13at24755PM.png","width":576}])
![A Brotherhood Forged: Celebrating the Class of 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749691906/hermitscom/xs1c5tmovepjdwt0xygo/DSC06006.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749691906/hermitscom/xs1c5tmovepjdwt0xygo/DSC06006.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749691906/hermitscom/xs1c5tmovepjdwt0xygo/DSC06006.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1749691906/hermitscom/xs1c5tmovepjdwt0xygo/DSC06006.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1749691906/hermitscom/xs1c5tmovepjdwt0xygo/DSC06006.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749691906/hermitscom/xs1c5tmovepjdwt0xygo/DSC06006.jpg","width":2048}])
![Moving Up – Celebrating the 8th Grade Class of 2029]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749692081/hermitscom/od14qy0tldyee6yp7t3k/DSC06407.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749692081/hermitscom/od14qy0tldyee6yp7t3k/DSC06407.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749692081/hermitscom/od14qy0tldyee6yp7t3k/DSC06407.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1749692081/hermitscom/od14qy0tldyee6yp7t3k/DSC06407.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1749692081/hermitscom/od14qy0tldyee6yp7t3k/DSC06407.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749692081/hermitscom/od14qy0tldyee6yp7t3k/DSC06407.jpg","width":2048}])
![Rooted in Richland: Peter Earnest ’25]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749738254/hermitscom/wdovnphsdto8n7jmwug4/202505-20RootedinRichland-PeterEarnest.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749738254/hermitscom/wdovnphsdto8n7jmwug4/202505-20RootedinRichland-PeterEarnest.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749738254/hermitscom/wdovnphsdto8n7jmwug4/202505-20RootedinRichland-PeterEarnest.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749738254/hermitscom/wdovnphsdto8n7jmwug4/202505-20RootedinRichland-PeterEarnest.jpg","width":1200}])
![Celebrating the Hermits Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750014853/hermitscom/qapzg2uaxebdobfa9jj5/_GroupPhotoFNL.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750014853/hermitscom/qapzg2uaxebdobfa9jj5/_GroupPhotoFNL.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750014853/hermitscom/qapzg2uaxebdobfa9jj5/_GroupPhotoFNL.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1750014853/hermitscom/qapzg2uaxebdobfa9jj5/_GroupPhotoFNL.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1750014853/hermitscom/qapzg2uaxebdobfa9jj5/_GroupPhotoFNL.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1750014853/hermitscom/qapzg2uaxebdobfa9jj5/_GroupPhotoFNL.jpg","width":2200}])
![DECA Students Advance to State Competition]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749738554/hermitscom/wipgznragbrkxubdkwbh/DECATrophies.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749738554/hermitscom/wipgznragbrkxubdkwbh/DECATrophies.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749738554/hermitscom/wipgznragbrkxubdkwbh/DECATrophies.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1749738554/hermitscom/wipgznragbrkxubdkwbh/DECATrophies.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1749738554/hermitscom/wipgznragbrkxubdkwbh/DECATrophies.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1749738554/hermitscom/wipgznragbrkxubdkwbh/DECATrophies.jpg","width":2200}])
![Klotz ’27 and McElroy ’27 Shine at the Penn Honors Extravaganza and Palestra Honor Band]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749738786/hermitscom/klt1lprj8xfixqibx9vx/Screenshot2025-06-12at103300AM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749738786/hermitscom/klt1lprj8xfixqibx9vx/Screenshot2025-06-12at103300AM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749738786/hermitscom/klt1lprj8xfixqibx9vx/Screenshot2025-06-12at103300AM.png","width":696}])
![Two students pose with certificates of achievement at KYW Newsradio Program.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736042262/hermitscom/rhbixpj9mq237ruvlczg/1000014176.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1736042262/hermitscom/rhbixpj9mq237ruvlczg/1000014176.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1736042262/hermitscom/rhbixpj9mq237ruvlczg/1000014176.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736042262/hermitscom/rhbixpj9mq237ruvlczg/1000014176.jpg","width":1080}])