Parent/guardian involvement is critical to the success of junior high students. All parents/guardians are invited to a series of informal discussions with the principal. These will be held on the following Thursday mornings: October 14, December 9, February 24 and April 28 beginning at 9:00 AM in the library. Any time that questions arise, we encourage parents/guardians to call the main office at (610) 754-9550.

Seventh and eighth students are grouped into interdisciplinary instructional teams. Each team is comprised of four or five academic area teachers – language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science. The team of teachers meets twice each cycle with our school counselors to discuss their students and how they can best meet each student’s needs. Parents/guardians are encouraged to schedule a visit to a team meeting to help bridge the gap between home and school.

Students are provided a strong, academically-oriented educational program. Our program starts with a more structured seventh grade offering and gradually increases the number of elective choices that students make as they reach ninth grade. We have a full array of technology equipment to support our instructional program. Projectors, SMARTboards, and laptop computers, as well as four desktop computer labs are available for use. A continuing focus is the alignment of curriculum, instructional and assessment with the Pennsylvania Academic Standards. Our scores in state PSSA testing continue to be excellent.

Our staff has developed a system of extensive support services for our students. Instructional aides are available to assist students in study halls. During our flex period, we have developed a plethora of remedial opportunities. Students can get help from either a teacher from their team or a subject area teacher.

Junior High East provides an excellent educational opportunity for all students who attend. Our faculty knows the importance of providing a positive learning environment. Students are always encouraged to achieve to their fullest potential. The staff sets the example for students by continually updating their knowledge through professional development workshops and graduate courses to keep themselves well informed on all the new issues in education. Students are urged to get involved in student activities, choosing from a broad selection of clubs, athletic teams, music groups, student government and student publications. We try to combine the academic and co-curricular programs to help develop a well-rounded student.