Liz Morrison and Caitlin Skobo-Trought Attend Apple Distinguished Schools Leadership Academy

Head of School Liz Morrison and Director of Technology Caitlin Skobo-Trought had the honor of attending the prestigious Apple Distinguished Schools Leadership Academy conference at Full Sail University. This exclusive conference, hosted by Apple, serves as a vibrant hub for visionary leaders in education. The Apple Distinguished Schools Leadership Academy brings together educational leaders, school administrators, and educators who are part of the Apple Distinguished Schools program. These events focus on sharing best practices, showcasing innovative uses of Apple technologies in education, and fostering leadership within the Apple education community. Attendees explored groundbreaking ways to leverage Apple technologies to transform learning environments while engaging with a global network of forward-thinking educators. The experience not only highlighted Morristown Beard’s place at the forefront of educational innovation but also provided invaluable insights to shape the future of teaching and leadership.

Liz Morrison noted the "global nature" of the conference. "There were attendees from Singapore, Vietnam, South Africa and countries throughout Europe. I had this moment in the conference where I realized we're all connected through these devices. It made me energized to think about the way in which kids all over the world can actually work together on shared problems and problem solving."

"Leaving the Apple Distinguished School Academy without feeling inspired would be nearly impossible," says Caitlin Skobo-Trought. "The three days were filled with remarkable and motivating stories from schools worldwide, showcasing how they are transforming learning through innovative use of Apple products. I returned to MBS filled with excitement, newfound enthusiasm, and fresh knowledge, eager to brainstorm and implement ideas for the years ahead."

Morristown Beard School stands among an elite group of only 889 schools worldwide, spanning 37 countries, to earn the coveted Apple Distinguished School designation.