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ARCHMERE NAMED APPLE DISTINGUISHED SCHOOL

(Claymont, DE) November 14, 2013: Archmere Academy is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School for 2013 to 2015 for its successful implementation of a 1:1 MacBook Laptop Program and for its innovative integration of technology in the classroom. The Apple Distinguished School designation is reserved for programs that meet criteria for innovation, leadership, and educational excellence, and demonstrate Apples vision of exemplary learning environments. Since its implementation in the fall of 2011, the 1:1 Program at Archmere has allowed the academy to broaden curriculum to include interdisciplinary classes, promote both independent and collaborative learning, and o!er new and customized learning resources for both teachers and students. Archmeres vision for the school, set forth by its 2012 Strategic Plan, commits the academy to enhancing its exceptional academic tradition with 21st century best practices for learning. The 1:1 Laptop Program provides students and teachers with a powerful tool to develop and rene critical thinking skills and collaborative work methods that contribute to invaluable experiences for students' college preparation and teachers professional growth alike, says Archmere Headmaster, Michael A. Marinelli, Ed.D. 76. This innovative technology encourages lifelong learning for all who participate.
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Archmere Academy is a Catholic, Norbertine college preparatory school, valuing community, respect, zeal, reverence and wisdom. Nurturing body and soul, mind and heart, Archmere focuses on the whole person through academic excellence, faith reection, social development and service to others. Inspired by its heritage, Archmere cultivates empathetic leaders young men and women prepared for every good work.