North East Education

North East residents have a variety of schools to choose from at all age levels. The teachers are generally experienced, long-time members of the North East Community. The primary and secondary schools have invested in computers.

Headstart

(Greater Erie Community Action Committee – GECAC)

St. Peter Lutheran Church

1500 Freeport Rd - 725-8199

Classes held Monday-Friday, 7:45 AM – 4:45 PM

GECAC Head Start

A Preschool Program

St. Peter’s Lutheran Church

1500 Freeport Road

814-725-1840

stpetersne@velocity.net

For more information call:

459-4581, ext 490

1-800-769-2436, ext 490

Preschools

North East Alliance Christian Child Care Center and Preschool

81 E. Main St        

725-2911, FAX:

725-9981    

neachildcare@yahoo.com

Hours: Monday through Friday 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Ages: 4 weeks through 5th grade. Before-and after-school care: Kindergarten through 5th grade.

North East Preschool

First Presbyterian Church

25 West Main St. 725-8641

Head Teacher: Kathy Schultz

Board of Directors monitors program. Program is half-day with morning and afternoon sessions. Affiliated with the First Presbyterian Church. Faculty: 4 part-time teachers, all of whom are degreed in elementary education or early childhood education.  Ages: 3-4, Schedule mirrors North East School District. 3 year olds are Wednesday & Friday 9:00 – 11:30 AM, 4 year olds AM Class is everyday 9 to 11:30 AM and PM Class is M/TU/TH 12:30 to 3:00 PM.

St. Gregory Parish Preschool

140 West Main St.

725-4571 ext. 227

Teacher: Valerie Crofoot

St. Gregory preschool is an interdenominational program for children age 3-5. It offers flexible days and hours Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (September through June). Preschool curriculum focus is from 9 a.m. through 1 p.m. Parents can choose which days and hours their children will attend.

Registration is taken all year long – begin anytime.

Curriculum includes: Early Childhood curriculum and community integration field trips.

St. Gregory Parish Pre-K Program

725-4571 ext. 230

Teacher: Kathy Kuchta

The pre-k program is new to St. Gregory School. It is an academic program designed to meet the needs of the individual student. This is an academic option for students who are 4/5 year olds. The pre-k program operates five days a week from 9am to 1pm. The content of the curriculum focuses on the Pennsylvania Learning Standards for Early Childhood which includes the following curricular areas: Approaches to Learning, Creative Arts, Language and Literacy, Mathematical-Problem Solving, Personal Social Skills, Gross and Fine Motor Skills, Science, and Social Studies. The goal of SGS’s pre-k program is to provide a nurturing environment to prepare children for kindergarten, while fostering a love for learning and teaching children about God and His love for them.

Private schools

Creekside Christian  School

43 S. Lake St....................................................... 725-2407

info@creeksidechristianschool.org

www.creeksidechristianschool.org.

Principal: Mrs. Leslie Brown

Grades: Pre K -8

Students: 35

Affiliations: Assoc. of Christian Schools International (ACSI), PA Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA), Registered with the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

Registration Requirements: Immunization record, birth certificate, proof of grade level, records from previous school, and at least one parent will be required to express a clear testimony of Christian faith. Students entering Kindergarten must be age five on or before September 1st or demonstrate readiness by testing. Students entering Pre-K must be age four on or before September 1st.  Creekside is an interdenominational school.

Faculty: All classroom teachers hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in education. Instructors have a personal commitment to Christ, and a love for children.

Curriculum: All subjects are biblically integrated by the teaching staff. A phonics-based reading program is incorporated. All students participate in weekly co-curricular classes.  Computers: A Multi Media Computer Lab is available to all students.  A computer technology curriculum is taught weekly, and computer use is integrated into other subjects as well.

Activities: Academic competitions are held in many subject areas including; math, science, art, music, speech, handwriting, spelling, geography and creative writing. Students are eligible to compete both locally and on the district or state level.  Students are eligible to participate in the North East School District band, intramural sports and PIAA teams.

The North East Recreation Commission basketball and indoor soccer programs are also available to all Creekside students.

National Standardized Tests: Stanford Achievement Test, Series, 10th Edition

St. Gregory Parish School

140 West Main St.

……………725-4571

………Fax: 725-4572

Email: gregory1@stgregs.net

Website: www.stgregs.net

Pastor: Rev. David Prenatt

Principal: Mrs. Susan Clarke-Bhagwandien

Assistant Principal: Ms. Nancy Pierce

Advancement & Admissions: Mrs. Patti Kirschner Email:advancement@stgregs.net

St. Gregory’s Parish School opened in the fall of 1941 providing quality private, Catholic education to the children of North East and the surrounding areas. St. Gregory Parish School welcomes prospective students and their parents to learn more about the exciting academic, spiritual, athletic and extra-curricular programs our school offers.

Grades: Preschool – 8

Mission Statement: St. Gregory Parish School strives to create and foster a safe learning environment where a child may grow spiritually, academically, emotionally, and socially through a quality education, a living relationship with God and a respect for themselves and others. We strive to recognize that each person is sacred and unique, and we encourage each student to explore and meet their full potential, so that they may successfully respond to the challenges of life and the call to become leaders for Christ, America and the world.

Accreditation: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

Affiliations: Catholic Diocese of Erie (Eriercd.org), Mercyhurst College, Mercyhurst Preparatory School (McAuley Scholars Program), Cathedral Preparatory School (Eighth Grade Honors Program), Junior Achievement, National Catholic Education Association, National Middle School Association, Pennsylvania Department of Education, and the North East School District.

Curriculum: The curriculum offered at St. Gregory Parish School reflects the values and standards that the Diocese of Erie has set forth for all Catholic schools. Our goal is to empower each student to become an independent learner ready for tomorrow’s society. Multiage learning takes place within this academic environment allowing each student to learn at their instructional level.

In meeting the needs of the individual students, the following instructional materials are used: Harcourt Reading and Language Arts, Saxon Math (K-4) and Sadlier Math including Algebra (5-8), and RCL “Faith First” Religion. All curriculums meet or exceed Diocesan, PA and National Standards. Physical Education includes but not limited to swimming, bowling, field days, and traditional sports. Also emphasized are music, public speaking, character and leadership development, individual research projects and the scientific method. These goals develop responsibility, interpersonal skills, initiative, and build a Christian based community. Act 89 services are available at SGPS from Intermediate Unit #5(IUP) for speech, math and reading. Stanford 10 achievement test scores for 2006/2007 school year, St. Gregory’s Eighth Grade students placed in the top 20th percentile nationally. SGPS student scores were also above the diocesan averages.

Faculty: All classroom teachers hold a bachelor’s degree and/or a master degree in education. SGPS faculty meets the requirements set forth by the PA Department of Education. St. Gregory in cooperation with Mercyhurst College, benefits from candidates in Mercyhurst’s Masters of Education Program.

Technology: A multi-media (PC and Apple) computer lab is used by students. Preschool through 8th grade attend computer class each week. Each classroom is also equipped with a PC.

Activities: Students Council (7th-8th), Yearbook, Community Service Projects, Schola, Girl and Boy Scouts, Christmas and Spring Musicals (PreK-8), and Red Ribbon Week. Academic competitions are held in many subject areas including: geography, math, science, art, spelling, and creative writing. Students compete both locally and on the district and state levels. SGPS students participate in many field trips and interact with many community organizations.

Athletics: Basketball (biddy ball grades 2nd-4th, JV Boys & Girls grades 5th-6th, Varsity Girls & Boys grades 7th-8th); Soccer (Biddy K-4th, JV 5th-6th, Varsity 7th-8th); Cross-Country. Other sports including Swimming, Tennis, Golf and Football are also available through the Catholic Diocese and the North East School District.

Registration requirements: Birth certificate, immunization record (all immunizations must be up to date), proof of grade level, grades/records from previous school. Must be age 5 by September 1st for Kindergarten. Registration is welcome year round.

Public school

North East School District

(Information, current as of November 2008 provided by North East School District. Information regarding school policies may be found on the website, http://www.nesd1k12.pa.us. As of December 1, 2008, the district rolled out a new website and a new web address http://www.nesd1.org. You may also access the website to view the District’s Welcome Packet for detailed information regarding the District and individual schools.

Administrative Offices:

50 East Division St............................................ 725-8671

School Superintendent:  Dr. Judith A. Miller

Business Manager:  Mr. Brian J. Polito

BOARD OF EDUCATION: (Meets first and third Thursdays, 7 PM – Elementary Center Board Room)

President:  Mr. Richard Winschel

154 Orchard Beach Road................................725-8613

Vice-President:  Mr. Thomas Kelley

8636 Singer Road............................................725-3179

Mr. James Barnes

12461 Kerr Road.............................................725-1624

Mr. Robert Boyd

2351 North Brickyard Road............................725-4154

Mr. Kerry Corbin

9600 German Road...........................................725-1975

Ms. Maryann Frontino

77 Isabella Street……………..…………….…725-3870

Mr. David Rodgers

163 East Main Street………………………….725-5030

Mr. George Sucha

1669 Lakeview Drive……………………........725-1539

Mr. Kathleen Weinheimer

73 Catawba Drive……………………………..725-5823

Community and School District: North East School District is located in North East, Pennyslvania, situated in the northwestern corner of Pennsylvania adjacent to New York State and about 40 miles east of Ohio. It is a rural community with a population of approximately 11,000. 

North East School District Registration Requirements:  Immunization records, birth certificate, proof of residence, grades/records/report cards, health records, and Individual Education Programs (IEP’s) from previous school when applicable.

Immunizations Requirements (Policy 5161):  The following immunizations for children are required by the Pennsylvania Department of Health:  1 dose of chickenpox immunization (varicella) or proof of disease, 4 DPT (diphtheria and tetanus – 4th dose must be after the age of four), 3 IPV (polio – 3 doses each at least 28 days apart), 2 MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella), and 3 Hepatitis B.     For more information on policy 5161, please access District Policies on the website at http://www.nesd1.k12.pa.us.

Home Schooling:  Contact the Superintendent's Office at the North East School District for information and details. 

The school district invites everyone to visit the following websites to learn more about the school district, student achievement on Pennsylvania assessments, district budget, annual report, and other important information.

http://www.nesd1.k12.pa.us (www.nesd1.org after December 1, 2007)

http://www.ses.standardandpoors.com

http://www.pde.state.pa.us

North East High School

Grades:  9-12

Students:  653

Senior Class (2008):  159

Faculty:  48

1901 Freeport Road........................................... 725-8671, Extension 1000

Principals:  Mr. Regan Tanner and Mr. Joseph Tucci

Counselors:  Ms. Laura Panek, Ms. Linda Koket, and Mr. Dennis Cerami

Guidance Secretary:  Ms. Christine Kirsch

Graduation Requirements: 27 credits: 4 English, 4 Social Studies, 4 Math, 4 Science, 2 Health/Phys. Ed., 2 Arts/Humanities, 7 Electives

Schedule: North East High School students follow a block schedule with classes held on alternating days for 88 minutes. Classes are arranged on a semester and full year schedule.

Erie County Technical School:  North East High School is a participating school with the Erie County Technical School.  Twenty-one percent of the class of 2007 participated in the Technical School program.

Dual Enrollment/Regional Choice Initiative: Dual enrollment allows for North East High School students to take college courses at local participating colleges and universities either through the Regional Choice Initiative or directly through the colleges. Students who participate in this program are able to earn credits both for college and high school at the same time.

Advanced Placement Courses:  American Government and Politics, Calculus, Chemistry II, English 11,

English 12, European History, and Physics II

Club and Activities: AFS (American Field Service) Aquilo (Yearbook, Bowling Club, Cheerleading, Dance Team, Ecology club, EXCEL Club, FCCLA (Family, Career & Community Leaders of America, FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America, Graffiti (Literary Magazine), Grapevine (Newspaper), LifeSmarts, Model United Nations, Musical and Play Productions, National Honor Society, PJAS (Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science, Pep Band, Pep Club, Student Council,)

Interscholastic Sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Track, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Volleyball, Wrestling.

North East Middle School

Grades:  6-8

Students:  431

1903 Freeport Road............................. 725-8671, Ext. 2000

Principal:  Mr. Gregory Beardsley

Assistant Principal:  Dr. Jennifer Ritter

Counselor:  Mr. Jon Sedelmyer

Curriculum:  Each grade level in the North East Middle School delivers instruction in the following content areas:  Science, Mathematics, Social Studies, Reading, and Writing/English.  In addition to the core subjects, students enjoy opportunities in Band, Chorus, Family and Consumer Science, Art, Technology Education, Foreign Language, Wellness, Guidance and Development Studies.

The North East Middle School prides itself on being a data driven educational environment, a place where all students can grow and achieve. Multiple streams of data are utilized including the Measure of Academic Progress (MAP) Assessment, PSSA, My Access, Teacher grades (local assessments) and AR Zones (grade 6) to appropriately place students in an instructional level commensurate with their proximal zone of development.

PIAA Interscholastic Athletics begin for both boys and girls in grade seven.  Also, an extensive intramural program offers many activities and clubs for all students.  Social events, field trips, athletic games, and academic competitions such as Geography Bee, Spelling Bee, Math Leagues, PJAS, and Science Olympics are a vital part of the total middle school experience.

If needed, please call the middle school office for more information.

North East Intermediate Elementary

Grades: 3-5

Students: 379

50 East Division Street....................... 725-8671, Ext. 3000

Principal: Dr. Glen Zewe

Counselor:  Ms. Remlee Peck

Curriculum: The core classes are supplemented by programs designed to appeal to the students’ varied interests, such as hands-on science, self-paced mathematics, “reading incentives”, a camping experience, and a school play.

Activities and organizations: Assemblies, band, bowling, intramural athletics, skating parties, and after school and Saturday Scholars.

If needed, please call the intermediate office for more information.

Earle C. Davis Primary

Grades: K-2 (Full-day Kindergarten)

Students:  350

50 East Division Street....................... 725-8671, Ext. 3050

Principal: Mr. Timothy Welsh

Counselor:  Ms. Remlee Peck

Curriculum:  Families and teachers work closely together to provide sound learning opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities. Programs are designed to address the needs and talents of the whole child. A sound, research-based language arts program ensures that every child becomes a reader at Davis Primary.  Mathematics, science, and social studies provide essential skills and knowledge. Several support programs are also offered to ensure that whatever assistance a student needs is available.  Included are Reading Recovery, Title I Reading, Kindergarten Boxes Program, Instructional Aides, Speech and Language, and Guidance to name a few. The computer lab uses Pearson Educational Technologies learning software programs.

If needed, please call the primary office for more information.

Parent Teacher Organization

(Meetings:  Second Tuesday, call for time)

High School President: Susan Prichard

725-8403

High School Treasurer: Betsy Damon


Middle School President: Jennifer Newara


Elementary Center: Intermediate


President: Wendy Bahm


President: E.C. Davis: Bonnie Rearick


Secretary: Carol Putman carol.putman@adelphia.net

Treasurer: Eileen Wieszczyk


College

Mercyhurst North East

16 West Division Street...................… 725-6100

FAX...................................................... 725-6112

Executive Vice President:

Dr. Gary Brown.................................. 725-6118

Dean of Academics:

Dr. Thomas Staszewski.................... ..725-6119

Dean of Administration:

Mr. James Lanahan........................... 725-6135

Mercyhurst North East employs 120 administration, faculty and staff. Since 1991, Mercyhurst North East has become a real presence in the community. The campus consists of sixteen buildings situated on 84 acres. The property was originally purchased from the Redemptorist Fathers who had previously operated St. Mary’s Seminary in that location for 110 years. The facilities include a modernized academic/residential building, an imposing Gothic-style chapel, an observatory, a spacious gymnasium, a new health/safety academic building with expansive library, dry & wet science laboratories, a new residential dormitory, and several playing fields.  The college expanded to two downtown locations, the former bank building on Main Street, and the former Schouller Pool, to accommodate the additional sport of swimming. Mercyhurst North East also purchased property just north of I-90 to accommodate the growing allied health programs and the Municipal Police Training Academy. The North East campus can presently accommodate more than 1000 students, including 300 residents.

The Mercyhurst North East campus is set up to allow students to begin a range of educational options in the following areas:

Business Administration (Management, Sports Management Accounting)

Mercyhurst North East coordinates activities and courses with the Erie Campus. All associate degrees are conferred by Mercyhurst College.

It is also the home of Municipal Police Training Program, which certifies students to become Pennsylvania police officers (Act 120). Correction Officer education training is also provided year round.

Mercyhurst North East fields several athletic teams during the academic year in NJACAC. Athletic scholarships are available in men’s and women’s soccer and basketball; women's softball and volleyball; men's baseball, men’s and women’s golf, men’s and women’s swimming and diving, men’s and women’s cross country, men’s wrestling, men’s lacrosse and women's lacrosse.

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