Academic calendar
School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Jan 5, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
- School Year 2026-2027Relevant now
- Fall Semester 2026
- Semester 1 2026-2027
Campus language
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A
- Archmerean
- A term used to describe a student or alumnus of the academy.
- Auk
- The school mascot (the Great Auk) and the term used to refer to any Archmere student or athlete.
- AUK
- The Archmere Auk, the official student-run newspaper.
- Auk News
- The student-run news organization and digital publication.
- Auks
- The school mascot and the nickname for all Archmere students.
C
- CSC
- Community Service Club, the organization coordinating student volunteer opportunities.
- CSM
- Community Service Ministry, the primary organization for student volunteer work.
F
- FAA
- Fathers' Archmere Association, a parent-led volunteer and support organization.
G
- Green and White
- The school colors, often used to describe school spirit or specific event themes.
H
- HOSA
- Future Health Professionals, a club for students interested in healthcare careers.
K
- Kairos
- A four-day spiritual retreat that is a cornerstone experience for the senior class.
M
- MAA
- Mothers' Archmere Association, a parent-led volunteer and support organization.
- MAO
- Mu Alpha Theta, the mathematics honor society.
- Model UN
- Model United Nations club.
N
- N/A
- Archmere Academy is a private day school and does not have residential dormitories.
- NHS
- National Honor Society, recognizing students for scholarship, leadership, and service.
P
- Patio Lunch
- Refers to formal lunches or special events held in the historic Manor building (The Patio).
S
- SADD
- Students Against Destructive Decisions, a club focused on student wellness and safety.
- Sage
- Refers to Sage Dining Services, the school's food service provider.
- STUCO
- The Student Council, the primary student government body on campus.
T
- TAP
- The Archmere Players, the school's student theater and performing arts troupe.
- The Arch
- Common shorthand for Archmere Academy.
- The Auk
- The name of the student-run newspaper.
- The Caf
- General student shorthand for the cafeteria located within the Student Life Center.
- The Circle
- The main circular driveway in front of the Patio used for student drop-off and pick-up.
- The Green
- The central lawn area on campus where students gather during breaks.
- The Green and White
- A shorthand reference to school spirit, athletic teams, or the required school colors.
- The Grotto
- A stone shrine on campus dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary.
- The Manor
- An informal name for The Patio building.
- The Mowad
- The main cafeteria located in the Mowad Student Center.
- The Patio
- The historic manor house that serves as the primary dining hall for students.
- The Ring
- Refers to the class ring received during the Junior Ring Ceremony, a major milestone tradition.
- The SLC
- The Student Life Center, which houses the main cafeteria and dining area.
- The Terrace
- The outdoor stone area behind the Patio overlooking the Delaware River.
- The Woods
- The cross-country trails and wooded areas surrounding the campus athletic fields.
Places and practicalities
Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
- Advisory
- A small group of students assigned to a faculty mentor for academic and personal guidance.
- Block Schedule
- The rotating schedule system where classes meet on a cycle of A through G days.
- Community
- A scheduled block for school-wide assemblies, advisory groups, or mass.
- Community Period
- A dedicated block in the daily schedule used for clubs, activities, and student meetings.
- Community Time
- A scheduled block used for school-wide assemblies, advisory, or student activities.
- Day 1-8
- The rotating block schedule cycle used to determine which classes meet on a given day.
- Diny
- Justin E. Diny Hall, the building dedicated to science labs and world language classrooms.
- Diny Hall
- Justin E. Diny Hall, which houses the science and world languages departments.
- Dress Down Day
- Specific days when students are permitted to wear casual clothing instead of the standard school uniform.
- Flex
- A designated period in the schedule for students to seek extra help or attend club meetings.
- Gallo
- The Justin E. Gallo Science Center, containing modern labs and science classrooms.
- Late Start
- A schedule adjustment where classes begin later in the morning, typically for faculty professional development.
- Moglia
- Moglia House, the campus building dedicated to the fine arts and music programs.
- Moglia Canyon
- The school's primary turf athletic field used for football, soccer, and lacrosse.
- Mowad
- The Mowad Arts Center, the dedicated facility for visual and performing arts.
- MyArchmere
- The Veracross-based student portal for checking grades, schedules, and assignments.
- Number 1s
- The formal dress code/uniform required for school liturgies, convocations, and special events.
- PowerSchool
- The digital portal used by students and parents to track grades, attendance, and schedules.
- Ring Mass
- A traditional junior-year ceremony where students receive their class rings.
- Schoology
- The digital platform where students access course materials and submit assignments.
- SNH
- Saint Norbert Hall, the primary academic building containing the library and most classrooms.
- St. Norbert
- Saint Norbert Hall, the main academic building where the majority of humanities and math classes are held.
- St. Norbert Hall
- The main academic building containing classrooms, the library, and the cafeteria.
- St. Norbs
- Saint Norbert Hall, the main academic building where most core classes are held.
- The Aukademy
- A common nickname for the school's online learning management system or portal.
- The Bridge
- The physical walkway connecting the main campus buildings, often used as a meeting spot.
- The Canyon
- The Moglia Canyon, the school's gymnasium and indoor athletic facility located within the Fieldhouse.
- The Circle
- The main circular driveway in front of The Patio used for student drop-off and pick-up.
- The Fieldhouse
- The primary indoor athletic facility.
- The Garage
- The Garage Innovation Lab, a maker space located within the Manor building.
- The Garage
- The campus fitness center and weight room, located in a converted former garage building.
- The Grotto
- An outdoor shrine and reflection area on campus used for prayer or quiet study.
- The Manor
- The common name for The Patio, the school's historic administrative and dining building.
- The Mowad
- The Mowad Student Center, containing the cafeteria and student lounge.
- The Oratory
- The campus chapel used for religious services and quiet reflection.
- The PAC
- The Justin E. Abbott Performing Arts Center, the venue for theater and school assemblies.
- The Patio
- The historic manor house (formerly the Raskob estate) that serves as the campus centerpiece, housing classrooms and offices.
- The Ring
- The Junior Ring Ceremony, a significant tradition where juniors receive their class rings.
- The SLC
- The Student Life Center, a modern facility for student gatherings and activities.
- X-Block
- A flexible period in the daily schedule used for club meetings, assemblies, or seeking extra help from teachers.
Quick answers
Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
- What academic term is relevant now?
- School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Jan 5, 2027.
- How much campus context is included?
- 35 approved campus terms and 40 local details are included in full.
- Are all approved campus terms included?
- Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
- Where does this guide come from?
- Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.