October 2025
Science of Everything Visits Episcopal Academy for Learning Focus
On October 16, the Science of Everything class visited the Center for Teaching & Learning at Episcopal Academy as part of The Science of Learning focus. The CTL supports the work of teachers and students to put evidence-informed insights into practice and test the efficacy of interventions in the classroom designed to improve student outcomes. CTL leaders Justin Cerenzia and Allison Schultz led the class through a Science of Learning Jeopardy game, giving an overview of CTL projects, and brought in Andrew Shimrock, a Spanish teacher, to discuss his ongoing research in his current classroom.
On October 16, the Science of Everything class visited the Center for Teaching & Learning at Episcopal Academy as part of The Science of Learning focus. The CTL supports the work of teachers and students to put evidence-informed insights into practice and test the efficacy of interventions in the classroom designed to improve student outcomes. CTL leaders Justin Cerenzia and Allison Schultz led the class through a Science of Learning Jeopardy game, giving an overview of CTL projects, and brought in Andrew Shimrock, a Spanish teacher, to discuss his ongoing research in his current classroom.
The class continued on to Longwood Gardens on October 16 after visiting the CTL to take part in a guided program called Benefits of Nature. This part of the field trip reflects the Science of Wellbeing focus in SOE, where they learn insights from positive psychology and the study of human flourishing (including as the cognitive, physical, and social benefits of being in nature).
HRAI Students Compete at National Association of Teachers of Singing Auditions
Congratulations to members of the Helena Raskob Arts Institute who participated in the Greater Philadelphia Chapter of the National Association of Teachers of Singing student auditions in Philadelphia. Isabelle Kim ‘27 soprano, won third place and CC Kittila ‘26 soprano, was the first place winner in the Upper High School Treble Voices Classical Division. Well done, ladies!
Model UN Hosts "AUKSMUN 2025" Event on Campus
On October 25th, Archmere Model UN hosted "AUKMUN 2025" on campus. Around 70 students took part in the Model UN event. Delegates participated in engaging and dynamic debates across four committees. This year’s conference featured one General Assembly and three Crisis Committees. Committees included specpol stolen artifacts, avatar, French Revolution, and ad-hoc crisis committee.
History Teacher Alima Bucciantini to Serve on Board at Claymont Community Center
Archmere history teacher Alima Bucciantini was recently appointed to the Board of Directors at the Claymont Community Center. She has been helping the Center as they continue to work with the National Parks Service as part of safeguarding the heritage of the Claymont Twelve and Delaware’s important role in the Brown vs. Board school integration story. Ms. Bucciantini will also serve on the strategic planning committee. She is looking forward to bringing students from her Civil Rights elective to the Center this spring.
Brandywine River Museum Field Trip & Upcoming Dedicated Archmere Museum Exhibition
Mrs. Silverman's Junior Portfolio 2D Design class visited the Brandywine River Museum this month to view the permanent collection, enjoy a docent-led tour of the renowned Wyeth collection and to see the temporary exhibition, Artful Deceit: Trompe l’oeil and the Pursuit of the Real. Their next project will involve creating their very own original paintings inspired by the museum's collection. In addition, Archmere will have a special dedicated exhibition of student artwork at the Brandywine River Museum May 2026-October 2026, which will be curated by our very own student-run National Art Honor Society. The exhibit will feature 107 works of original Archmere student art and will include an opening reception for students and families.
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HRAI Students Compete at National Association of Teachers of Singing Auditions
Congratulations to members of the Helena Raskob Arts Institute who participated in the Greater Philadelphia Chapter of the National Association of Teachers of Singing student auditions in Philadelphia. Isabelle Kim ‘27 soprano, won third place and CC Kittila ‘26 soprano, was the first place winner in the Upper High School Treble Voices Classical Division. Well done, ladies!
Model UN Hosts "AUKSMUN 2025" Event on Campus
On October 25th, Archmere Model UN hosted "AUKMUN 2025" on campus. Around 70 students took part in the Model UN event. Delegates participated in engaging and dynamic debates across four committees. This year’s conference featured one General Assembly and three Crisis Committees. Committees included specpol stolen artifacts, avatar, French Revolution, and ad-hoc crisis committee.
History Teacher Alima Bucciantini to Serve on Board at Claymont Community Center
Archmere history teacher Alima Bucciantini was recently appointed to the Board of Directors at the Claymont Community Center. She has been helping the Center as they continue to work with the National Parks Service as part of safeguarding the heritage of the Claymont Twelve and Delaware’s important role in the Brown vs. Board school integration story. Ms. Bucciantini will also serve on the strategic planning committee. She is looking forward to bringing students from her Civil Rights elective to the Center this spring.
Brandywine River Museum Field Trip & Upcoming Dedicated Archmere Museum Exhibition
Mrs. Silverman's Junior Portfolio 2D Design class visited the Brandywine River Museum this month to view the permanent collection, enjoy a docent-led tour of the renowned Wyeth collection and to see the temporary exhibition, Artful Deceit: Trompe l’oeil and the Pursuit of the Real. Their next project will involve creating their very own original paintings inspired by the museum's collection. In addition, Archmere will have a special dedicated exhibition of student artwork at the Brandywine River Museum May 2026-October 2026, which will be curated by our very own student-run National Art Honor Society. The exhibit will feature 107 works of original Archmere student art and will include an opening reception for students and families.
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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