January 2026
Drama Club Takes on NYC
On Saturday, January 17th, 50 Archmere Drama Club students and faculty braved the weather for a memorable day in NYC—enjoying a backstage tour of the historic Hudson Theatre and taking in two Tony Award–winning musicals, Maybe Happy Ending and Operation Mincemeat. A true Broadway experience!
On Saturday, January 17th, 50 Archmere Drama Club students and faculty braved the weather for a memorable day in NYC—enjoying a backstage tour of the historic Hudson Theatre and taking in two Tony Award–winning musicals, Maybe Happy Ending and Operation Mincemeat. A true Broadway experience!
Cultural Perspectives Class Tours the Patio
To celebrate the conclusion of the Cultural Perspectives course for Semester One, students enjoyed an exclusive "behind-the-scenes" tour of the Patio led by Dr. Marinelli. The students had the opportunity to explore the Patio in depth and learned about its rich historical, artistic and cultural significance. The tour helped students develop a deeper appreciation for the Patio’s cultural importance. Dr. Marinelli’s passion and dedication to preserving the Patio were evident throughout the tour and truly resonated with the students
French IV Class Spends Day at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
On Friday, January 23, French IV students visited the Philadelphia Museum of Art as part of a unit on French art. Throughout the unit, students have been learning to analyze works of art in French, distinguish between different artistic movements and identify important French artists. While at the museum, students completed a scavenger hunt and selected one artwork to analyze in depth. They will further develop this analysis and present their chosen work in French to the class.
Isabelle Kim ’27 Selected to Music Teachers National Association Senior Performance Voice Competition
Congratulations to Isabelle Kim ’27, who was selected for the Music Teachers National Association Senior Performance Voice competition, to be held at the MTNA National Convention in Chicago. The soprano submitted her video audition in December and was awarded as one of the top seven high school singers in the nation. She now goes on to compete as a finalist for the national prize. Isabelle is a member of the Mastersingers and is a student of Mary Ellen Schauber, Director of the HRAI.
Next Up for Global Studies: Japan and Nicaragua, and an Adults Only Trip to Italy!
The Global Studies Program has organized a STEM-focused, culturally rich trip to Japan over Easter break in 2027. If your child is interested in this opportunity, please register for a remaining seat by 2/1/26 to guarantee the current pricing. Contact Mrs. Lobo (vinital@archmereacademy.com) for more details. For information about the Global Studies Diploma or Certificate, contact Mr. Dougherty at tdougherty@archmereacademy.com
The Global Studies Program is returning to Granada, Nicaragua, in ten months, over Thanksgiving break, to tutor the children at Centro de Oportunidad, established by Neighbors to Nicaragua, which was founded by Wilmington native, Chuck Selvaggio. Mr. Dougherty is looking for (10) students to join Mrs. Trainer and him to support both this school, located in a poor neighborhood outside Granda, and its mission by showing the amazing children that they truly are seen and that they do matter. Archmere students will teach them, play with them, swim with them, and celebrate Christmas with them over the course of five days. And when they're not at the school, they'll zipline, swim at a waterpark, maybe hike a volcano, walk and tour beautiful Granada, stay in a wonderful hotel that serves a great breakfast, and perform other community service. Contact Mr. Dougherty for more information.
The first-ever international trip for Archmere adults will be this summer! On the itinerary? Athens, Florence and Rome.
Please see this link for important information regarding the adults only trip to Italy.
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To celebrate the conclusion of the Cultural Perspectives course for Semester One, students enjoyed an exclusive "behind-the-scenes" tour of the Patio led by Dr. Marinelli. The students had the opportunity to explore the Patio in depth and learned about its rich historical, artistic and cultural significance. The tour helped students develop a deeper appreciation for the Patio’s cultural importance. Dr. Marinelli’s passion and dedication to preserving the Patio were evident throughout the tour and truly resonated with the students
French IV Class Spends Day at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
On Friday, January 23, French IV students visited the Philadelphia Museum of Art as part of a unit on French art. Throughout the unit, students have been learning to analyze works of art in French, distinguish between different artistic movements and identify important French artists. While at the museum, students completed a scavenger hunt and selected one artwork to analyze in depth. They will further develop this analysis and present their chosen work in French to the class.
Isabelle Kim ’27 Selected to Music Teachers National Association Senior Performance Voice Competition
Congratulations to Isabelle Kim ’27, who was selected for the Music Teachers National Association Senior Performance Voice competition, to be held at the MTNA National Convention in Chicago. The soprano submitted her video audition in December and was awarded as one of the top seven high school singers in the nation. She now goes on to compete as a finalist for the national prize. Isabelle is a member of the Mastersingers and is a student of Mary Ellen Schauber, Director of the HRAI.
Next Up for Global Studies: Japan and Nicaragua, and an Adults Only Trip to Italy!
The Global Studies Program has organized a STEM-focused, culturally rich trip to Japan over Easter break in 2027. If your child is interested in this opportunity, please register for a remaining seat by 2/1/26 to guarantee the current pricing. Contact Mrs. Lobo (vinital@archmereacademy.com) for more details. For information about the Global Studies Diploma or Certificate, contact Mr. Dougherty at tdougherty@archmereacademy.com
The Global Studies Program is returning to Granada, Nicaragua, in ten months, over Thanksgiving break, to tutor the children at Centro de Oportunidad, established by Neighbors to Nicaragua, which was founded by Wilmington native, Chuck Selvaggio. Mr. Dougherty is looking for (10) students to join Mrs. Trainer and him to support both this school, located in a poor neighborhood outside Granda, and its mission by showing the amazing children that they truly are seen and that they do matter. Archmere students will teach them, play with them, swim with them, and celebrate Christmas with them over the course of five days. And when they're not at the school, they'll zipline, swim at a waterpark, maybe hike a volcano, walk and tour beautiful Granada, stay in a wonderful hotel that serves a great breakfast, and perform other community service. Contact Mr. Dougherty for more information.
The first-ever international trip for Archmere adults will be this summer! On the itinerary? Athens, Florence and Rome.
Please see this link for important information regarding the adults only trip to Italy.
Archmere Academy is a private, Catholic, college preparatory co-educational academy,
grades 9-12 founded in 1932 by the Norbertine Fathers.
grades 9-12 founded in 1932 by the Norbertine Fathers.
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