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Morristown Beard School 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.
Schools all over the world are using iPad and Mac to transform learning. As teachers incorporate technology into their lessons, they empower students to lead, learn, and thrive, to discover new opportunities, and to make their world a better place. Morristown Beard has been an Apple School for nearly 20 years and was among the first in the country to adopt a 1:1 iPad program. “This recognition is a testament to our forward-thinking approach and our dedication to integrating technology into education,” said Caitlin Skobo-Trought, Director of Technology.
Morristown Beard is one of only 889 schools from 37 different countries to earn this distinction.
“For us, this isn’t just about the prestige—it’s about highlighting our commitment to providing students with cutting-edge tools to enhance their learning experiences. It positions our school as a leader in educational innovation, opening up opportunities for collaboration with other distinguished schools and allowing us to continue pushing the boundaries of what technology can achieve in the classroom.”
This milestone is especially meaningful for Ms. Skobo-Trought as she enters her 20th year at MBS. “Seeing how far we’ve come with our technology initiatives over the past two decades and now being recognized as an Apple Distinguished School feels like a culmination of years of dedication and hard work. It’s a proud moment not just for our school, but for me personally, as I reflect on the journey we’ve taken to reach this point. The possibilities are endless, and I can’t wait to see where we go next.”
Ms. Skobo-Trought does not solely take responsibility for this honor. The application process to become an Apple Distinguished School was a collaborative effort between Caitlin, Deanna Whelan, Technology Coordinator, Kate Muttick, ‘97, English Department Chair, and Tiffany Zuber, Media Manager.
“This recognition reflects the hard work of our students, faculty, and staff in embracing and maximizing the potential of technology in education. It’s a proud moment for all of us.”
