Admitted Students

Welcome Class of 2029!

Admission Status: ADMITTED!

Congratulations and welcome, new Auks! We are delighted that you have decided to join our community, and we look forward to journeying with you over the next four years and beyond. This website includes some important resources for you and your family.

Please review the contents and make note of the deadlines for those items that must be completed and sent back to Archmere. We also have many events scheduled for you and your parents as we welcome our newest Auks! We will be sure to reach out with any updates to the calendar.

Show your Auk pride! Visit our Varsity Shop to purchase shirts, hats, swag and more!

Frequently Asked Questions

List of 8 items.

Who should I contact for specific questions?

Please view the Contact Sheet to find the appropriate department or group to direct your questions.
Do I need to purchase school supplies?

Generally, students need a notebook for each class, as well as pens and pencils. Teachers will provide specific lists of any additional supplies on the first day of school. Please note: All students are required to purchase a TI 84 Plus calculator (TI 84 Plus CE is preferred, but Plus Silver Edition is also acceptable). Calculators are available at Amazon, Best Buy, Target, etc. Pennsylvania students may be able to secure a calculator through the PA Book Program.
Where do I find out about books and textbooks?

Books can be ordered online AFTER students receive their schedules. Detailed information will be included with each student’s schedule. Textbook information will also be available on the My Archmere portal. Please note: for Pennsylvania residents, Archmere offers the PA Book Program and detailed information will be emailed to all Pennsylvania students with their schedules.
How do I select my world language and elective choice and find information on courses?

Your Elective and World Language Choice Form is due by May 7. Please contact Mr. Dougherty, Director of Academics, to answer questions regarding registration and scheduling policies and practices.

Resources:
Course Offerings

Class of 2029 Elective and World Language Choice Form

For transfer students:
Class of 2027 Course Form
Class of 2028 Course Form

Schedules will be emailed out to incoming and returning students alike in early August. Mr. Tim Dougherty does his best to meet each student’s scheduling requests.
How do I purchase school uniforms?

Uniforms can be purchased at Flynn & O’Hara at www.flynnohara.com. Students are required to wear uniforms for the first day of school. Flynn & O’Hara representatives will be on campus at the May 7th Spring Orientation. Save the Date - Orientation Measuring Event May 7

Ways to Order Flyer

Click here for dress code guidelines.
How do I see Summer Reading lists?

The updated summer reading lists will be posted to the Parent and Student Resouces pages in MyArchmere.

Update as of May 27, 2025: View the Summer Reading Informational Email and lists here.
I am planning on playing a fall sport. Where do I get more information?

Students can learn more about fall sports by visiting www.aukssports.com and select your sport for more information.

All student athletes must have their Magnus Health form and concussion test confirmation for Student Eligibility completed online by August 1.

For transfer students:
DIAA Athletic Transfer Form
Please contact Mr. Dave Oswinkle, Athletic Director, with any questions.
What is the Optional Summer Enrichment Program?

Students concerned about the transition into high school may attend optional two-week enrichment sessions in math, grammar, and/or organizational skills, as well as science and world language skill-building. Space for this FREE program is limited to 40 students, and admission is granted on a first-come, first-served basis. Register for the Summer Enrichment Program online.

Placement Test Information

May 3, 2025 is New Student Placement Testing for English, science, math, and world languages. This important day on campus allows us to find the course level with the most appropriate challenge for your student. Register for the placement test via this google form!

Here are a few study guides on what to expect on Placement Testing Day:

Upcoming Events

May 3, 2025
9:00 a.m. | New Student Placement Testing & Parent Curriculum Presentation. Register for the placement test via this google form!

May 7, 2025
6:00–8:00 p.m. | New Student Spring Orientation
Elective & World Language Request Form Due

June 1, 2025
Registration Deadline for Optional Summer Enrichment Program

June 10, 2025
If you are interested in trying out for Stage Band, please see this flyer.
Follow the instructions on the flyer for submission. Email Damian Demnicki with any questions.
**The audition songs can be found here**

August 11, 2025
Fall Sports Pre-Season Begins

August 18, 2025
6:30 p.m. | Grades & Grub
An event for freshman and transfer parents to learn the ins and outs of Archmere. This event will be located in the Student Life Center (SLC).
Please visit the link here to register for the event.

August 19, 2025
8:00 a.m–1:00 p.m. | New Student August Orientation

August 20, 2025
5:30 p.m. | New Student & Parent Prayer Service & BBQ

August 25, 2025
First Day of Classes

Archmere School Calendar

Auk Checklist

Not sure where to start? Here's a shortlist of what needs to be completed before your student starts in August:

Parents
Before May 1:
Ο View the Placement Test study guides on this page and register via the google form

By May 7:
Ο Complete your Elective & World Language Request Form.

Please contact Mr. Dougherty, Director of Academics, to answer questions regarding registration and scheduling policies and practices.

By May 15:
Ο Visit your School Admin portal and submit your Transportation Forms

By August 1:
Ο Complete the Magnus Health Form (The Magnus Form must be filled out, even if your student is not playing a sport) and upload your student's concussion test confirmation for Sports Eligibility

By August 15:
Ο Create your MyKidsSpending account using the student ID that was provided in your Welcome Email to add funds for SAGE Dining Services

Due before school starts:
Ο View the school uniform website.
Ways to Order Flyer

Ο Set Up your MyArchmere Parent Portal Account

Ο Please view the letter from the Office of School Counseling and complete the Parent Needs Survey

Students
Before May 1:
Ο View the Placement Test study guides on this page and work with your parents to register online

By July 15:
Ο Set up your MyArchmere student account and log into your Okta account, Archmere email account, and MyArchmere student account

By August 1:
Ο Complete your student concussion test

Due before school starts:
Ο Please view the letter from the Office of School Counseling and complete the Student Needs Survey

New Auk Parent Resources

Recent News

List of 3 news stories.

World Language and Cultures Students Travel to France
7/15/2025
Annual trips offered by Archmere include the French Exchange Program, a global opportunity for students to immerse themselves into the French world, live with host families, and spend two weeks touring and enjoying the richness of French culture. From June 3–16, twelve Archmere students and two teachers traveled to France to take part in an exchange program with our partner school, Lycée Saint Vincent, located in Senlis. This trip was a continuation of the exchange that began in February, when students from Saint Vincent visited and stayed with Archmere families.
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Archmere Hosts Pre-College Artificial Intelligence Program
7/8/2025
From June 16-27, Archmere hosted a pre-college AI program, hosted by Inspirit on campus, taught by Shreya Parchure, BSE, MSE and MD/PhD candidate from the University of Pennsylvania. In the first half of the program, students learned AI’s core technologies including applications, foundational concepts, and programming tools through live in person or online classes and collaborative mini-projects. By the second week, students completed a mentor-led AI for Social Good project where they applied the programming skills developed in Part 1. Students also attended workshops aimed to provide inspiration for college essays and AI-related careers.
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Kellyn Williams '26 Participates in Carnegie Mellon Summer Academy
7/8/2025

This summer Kellyn Williams ’26 is participating in the Summer Academy of Math and Science (SAMS), one of two merit based and fully funded programs at Carnegie Mellon. The program aims to provide students from a variety of racial, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds with advanced STEM and research opportunities that would normally only be offered to CMU undergraduate students.

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