Admissions

Shadow Days

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What is a Shadow Day?

A Shadow Day is an opportunity for 8th graders to experience what its like to be an Archmere student for the day. Visitors will engage in classes, meet students and get to know teachers. Inquire online to schedule your Shadow Day Visit and experience for yourself what makes Archmere such an inspiring place.

"I felt incredibly welcome at Archmere Academy. I was able to see many classes and believe that they would challenge me to excel. It is definitely a top choice for my High School after visiting today."

-- Email from an 8th grader at St. Edmond's Academy after his shadow visit

Questions? Contact:

List of 4 members.

Mrs. Leah daPonte Lightcap

Director of Admissions & Enrollment

302-798-6632 Ext 781
Mr. Logan Duffie

Associate Director of Admissions

302-798-6632 Ext 713
Mrs. Denise Starnes 93

Admissions & Marketing Coordinator

302-798-6632 Ext 660
Mrs. Patricia Tolvaisa

Assistant to the Headmaster & Admissions

302-798-6632 Ext 706

Frequently Asked Questions

List of 7 frequently asked questions.

Q: How will I find out who I am shadowing?

Students can select their shadow buddy by filling out the shadow form. Otherwise they will be paired with a student based on their interests.
Q: Who visits Archmere for the day?

Eighth grade or potential transfer students are welcomed and encouraged to spend the day and experience Archmere first hand.
Q: How and when do you arrange a visit?

Beginning in early October through the spring, you can schedule a Shadow Day by filling out an Inquiry Form online. Anyone who inquires has access to a School Admin Candidate Page and can schedule visits. Still have questions? Feel free to call the Admissions Office at 302-798-6632 x706.
Q: When and where should students arrive the morning of the visit day?

Students are asked to arrive at the main office in the Student Life Center between 7:45 am and 8:00 am.
Q: When and where should students be picked up the afternoon of the visit day?

Pick up is at 2:30 pm. Follow the signs to The Patio for Shadow Day Pickup.
Q: Should students bring lunch with them?

Archmere has a fully outfitted café offering a wide variety of lunch and snack items daily in the McLaughlin-Mullen Student Life Center, and is happy to provide lunch to its visiting students.
Q: What should visiting students wear on visit days?

Please dress appropriately and comfortably. We ask that students not wear jeans or sneakers.

(Note: Your shadow confirmation message will include more details)