Monthly College Counseling Update: April 2026
As is tradition, this past Friday, we proudly celebrated College Decision Day with the Class of 2026. The occasion honored our seniors’ four years of dedication at Archmere, their thoughtful and student-centered college search and application journey, and the bright futures that await them after graduation.
The day featured students proudly wearing their college apparel, a special senior breakfast, heartfelt thank-you card writing to recognize those who supported them along the way, fun lawn games on the quad, countless photos, the traditional class photo on the steps of St. Norbert Hall, and a visit from the Mr. Softie ice cream truck to close out the festivities. While final enrollment statistics and the complete roster of college decisions will be shared once finalized, the celebration was a meaningful reflection of the Class of 2026’s remarkable success throughout their college search and decision-making process. Thank you to the entire Archmere community for the role you played in the growth and success of every student during their time at Archmere.
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Seniors – Please complete matriculation survey and the scholarship form to make our records as accurate as possible and make sure the graduation program is also correct. The College Counseling Office will send out final transcripts to the school you enter in the matriculation survey when final transcripts are available. There is no need to forward these requests from your schools to do so. We will also upload transcripts to the NCAA Eligibility Center at the same time.
Class of 2026 - you’ve been amazing to work with. Thank you for allowing us to walk along-side of you during your college search journey, it’s been a pleasure to watch you grow and prosper. We appreciate all your contributions to Archmere and wish you the best of luck as you transition to your next community.
Juniors – In the past two College Seminar classes we’ve had students register and begin to complete their Common Application and Self-reported Transcript and Academic Record System (STARS). Juniors and their families will soon receive a Rising Senior Checklist to provide summer guidance and the college counseling staff will be available to respond to inquiries the entire summer.
On Wednesday, June 3rd, College Counseling will be hosting an Application Kickoff program to assist rising seniors in making progress on their applications. The day will include sessions on completing the activities portion of the application, STARS completion, essay progress opportunities and presentations, and general application work time with counselors presence. Registration to follow.
Sophomores - Approximately a quarter of sophomores signed up for optional meetings with college counselors over the past few weeks. Conversations about schedules, testing, colleges, getting an early start, and casual items proved very fruitful. Invitations for optional family summer meetings will go out in late May.
Sophomore students and families will also receive a summer checklist of recommended actions to take in preparation for their pending college searches.
First-Year – Optional family meeting invitations with college counselors will be sent out in late May and college counselors are available the entire summer to answer questions and engage in dialogue.
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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