About
Marianapolis Preparatory School is an independent, co-educational, Catholic, boarding and day school located in Thompson, CT for grades 9-12 and postgraduates.
Welcome
Welcome to Marianapolis!
As members of a compassionate community deeply rooted in the Catholic tradition, students grow and thrive, developing their voices, skills, and knowledge in preparation for success in college and beyond. Founded in 1926, and as celebrated in our mission statement, Marianapolis educates students in the Catholic tradition of academic excellence, with a commitment to an active faith in God and a dedication to building character with content, compassion, and integrity. At Marianapolis, these fundamental values are realized in ways that build vibrant relationships and learning across the community.
Our academic program connects skills and content thematically to the larger world and to each student’s experience, supporting a process in which learning and growth are exciting, relevant, and authentic. Guided by faculty, students are supported in taking ownership of their learning through our Habits of Mind, which include a focus on the mastery of academic and social-emotional skills. As they develop their skills and knowledge, our students practice asking critical questions of themselves and others in support of self-advocacy, academic and personal growth, and making a positive impact in their world. Our Centers of Excellence program is a prime example of this work in the areas of Business & Entrepreneurship, Health Science, Innovation, and Social Justice.
In classrooms, on stage, on athletic fields and courts, and in residential houses and halls, positive relationships are foundational to our global and diverse community. Marianapolis adults support each student and their growth through proactive and positive communication and strong partnerships with families around the world.
Connections, our theme for the 2026–2027 school year, highlights the relationships that are central to the Marianapolis experience. Throughout the year, we will focus on the connections students build with their classmates, teachers, coaches, advisors, and the wider community. We will also encourage students to make connections between their learning and their experiences, both on campus and beyond. These connections are an important part of helping every student feel known and supported at Marianapolis.
Experiential education is a hallmark of the Marianapolis experience. Our LEAP (Learn. Explore. Advance. Prepare.) program provides opportunities for students to engage in hands-on learning locally, regionally, and around the world.
Stepping onto campus, student voice and community pride are palpable, from student-led clubs to local and global community service initiatives throughout the year. The positive impact of our student leaders, reflected in more than 20 leadership opportunities, is seen in all parts of campus—from senior Peer Leaders mentoring freshmen to Residential Assistants supporting students in our houses and halls.
We love to celebrate the hard work and accomplishments of our community. This is evident in the standing-room-only crowds at dance shows and concerts, the enthusiastic applause at Morning Gathering as students share reflections and musical performances, and the cheering and creative themes of our student section at home games throughout the year.
Ours is a community of thinkers, strivers, doers, and achievers, and we are excited for you to join this remarkable tradition. I encourage you to learn more about the vibrant Marianapolis community that we call home. Please reach out anytime!
Go Knights!
Best,
David DiCicco
Head of School
Mission
The mission of Marianapolis Preparatory School is to educate students in the Catholic tradition of academic excellence, with a commitment to an active faith in God and a dedication to building character with content, compassion, and integrity.
Inclusive of all faiths, our community believes that spirituality is a foundation for compassionate, generous individuals. Marianapolis fosters among its students respect for others, appreciation of diversity, and service to all. Values-based education provides relevant, meaningful lessons that impact our students in and out of the classroom. We contemplate global issues with a moral context; we weigh fairness and values alongside traditional academic lessons. Here, young women and men extend themselves spiritually and intellectually throughout their daily lives. At Marianapolis, students grow into mature, self-directed adults with vision and purpose.