St. Mary Catholic Secondary School in Pickering, Ontario, is pleased to announce it has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School for the 2024–2027 program term. Schools apply and are selected for this distinction based on their commitment to continuous innovation in education and using Apple products to inspire, imagine, and impact teaching and learning.
Apple Distinguished Schools are centers of leadership and educational excellence, with a clear vision for how technology-rich environments support learning goals. In Apple Distinguished Schools, forward-thinking leaders and their communities work to inspire, imagine, and impact teaching and learning, and they have documented results of academic accomplishments.
"We are thrilled to receive this recognition," said John Di Vizio, Principal of St. Mary Catholic Secondary School. "Our educators and staff have been working to incorporate technology into the curriculum in new and exciting ways. We are excited to celebrate their commitment to providing our students with the best educational experiences as we strive to support student success and student achievement in a new paradigm of learning."
Over the past few years, students and staff have been working together to incorporate innovative technological experiences into the classroom. Students have been integrating technology in mathematics, science, music, photography, and communications technology. The use of technology has augmented student learning and has provided skills needed for future pathways in an increasingly digital and technology-focused workforce.
"I want to congratulate the students and staff at St. Mary Catholic Secondary School on this achievement,” said Gerard Winn, DCDSB Director of Education. “This designation highlights your extraordinary efforts as you embrace technology to enhance learning and open doors to creativity. I also want to extend my appreciation to the educators and staff who continuously strive to integrate innovative teaching practices into their classrooms and support students' growth.”
St. Mary Catholic Secondary School joins a network of Apple Distinguished Schools worldwide.