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2 Mineola Schools Nationally Recognized by Apple

Find out what it means to be named an Apple Distinguished School.

Mineola Middle School and Jackson Avenue School are among a limited number of schools across the nation to be named an Apple Distinguished School for the 2015-16 school year.

This award is reserved for the schools that have demonstrated Apple’s highest vision of a successful 21st-century learning environment. The award is a testament to the district’s dedication to enhanced learning for students through iPads for home and school use.

In order to qualify for the award, schools had to be nominated by Apple and then demonstrate, through an application process, that they meet Apple’s vision of success. This vision includes providing visionary leadership, innovative learning and teaching, ongoing professional development, a flexible learning environment and compelling evidence of success.

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Mineola Middle School was previously honored as an Apple Distinguished School in 2013.

Photo courtesy of the Mineola Union Free School District

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