Eastern Center for Arts and Technology

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2 Educational Services Provided by Eastern Center for Arts and Technology Eastern Center for Arts and Technology (EASTERN) responds to the needs of students, business and industry to provide an environment where students can make career decisions, acquire competitive skills, and prepare for success in post-secondary education. EASTERN offers high-quality, continuously evaluated and updated technical instruction, leadership opportunities and specialized services. EASTERN s secondary programs are accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Half-day secondary career and technical education programs are offered to students from the nine school districts in Eastern Montgomery County. These school districts consist of the following: Abington Lower Moreland Bryn Athyn Springfield Cheltenham Upper Dublin Hatboro-Horsham Upper Moreland Jenkintown SECONDARY SCHOOL PROGRAMS Allied Health Automotive Technology Collision Repair Technology Commercial Art Computer Network Administration Construction Technology Cosmetology Culinary Arts Electrical Technology Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Office Management Protective Services Welding Technology COLLEGE INCENTIVES THROUGH ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS One of the added benefits of enrolling in a program at EASTERN is getting college credit for work successfully completed. Students in 12 of EASTERN s programs, or 92 percent of students, were eligible for this college incentive through the growing list of colleges and universities that consider the work completed at EASTERN college-level. Students may qualify for up to 9 free college credits through Perkins statewide articulation agreements. Statewide articulation agreements include schools such as Bucks County Community College, Delaware County Community College, Clarion University of Pennsylvania, Montgomery County Community College, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, and Johnson College. All statewide articulation agreements can be found at under the SOAR program section. DUAL ENROLLMENT WITH MONTGOMERY COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE Through EASTERN s Allied Health and Computer Network Administration programs, students enrolled were eligible to receive transferable Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) credits, as well as access to MCCC s library, career counseling and tutoring services. By participating in EASTERN s Allied Health program, students had the opportunity to earn three credits for MCCC s Medical Terminology course. Students in Computer Network Administration could earn up to 12 credits during the two-year program for courses in Cisco, Linux, Netware Administration and Support, and Windows Server Administration and Support. EASTERN is always seeking new opportunities to provide dual enrollment credits to students. MIDDLE SCHOOL EASTERN s Summer Fun program is open to students entering into grades eight, nine and ten. The classes offer an enriching experience in an applied learning setting for three weeks in the summer. Students get hands-on experiences and an understanding of some of the skills needed in the class they select. Enrollment for 2015 reached 148 in the following classes: Auto Mechanics and Collision Repair Computer Art and Digital Photography Crime Scene Investigation Drawing and Painting Junior Chef Looking Good Pastry Boss Video Game Programming World of Construction ADULT, CONTINUING EDUCATION AND CONTRACTED PROGRAMS EASTERN offers adults a variety of career-focused certification and apprenticeship classes. Online enrichment and technical classes are also available. Local businesses can take advantage of customized training programs. Additional information on EASTERN s Continuing Education programs can be found at eastech.org/continuing-education. PRACTICAL NURSING Practical Nursing classes are available during the day on a one-year full-time basis, or evenings and weekend days in a two-year part-time format. Classes fill quickly and meet at EASTERN s Willow Grove campus or at satellite locations in Abington, Ambler, and Harleysville. The program is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing, and accredited by the Middle States Commission of Secondary Schools. Additional information on EASTERN s Practical Nursing program can be found at eastech.org/practical-nursing.

3 Commitment to Excellence The school year was a year of exciting changes and a recommitment to excellence. Our newest program, Office Management, completed its second successful year. The facility renovations for Cosmetology and Allied Health began the day after the students left for the summer. EASTERN continues to expand its student base, refine curriculum, and provide students with a positive and enriching learning experience, as well as a jump start on college or a career. MISSION The mission of EASTERN, a leader in technology and in developing innovative, responsive programs, is to equip all students with the skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary to select, enter and succeed in a career, and to anticipate and adapt to change by providing high-quality technical instruction and specialized services. WHAT WE BELIEVE Student success is the ultimate purpose of everything that happens in the school. Meaningful improvement in every aspect of the school is always identifiable and achievable. Every member of the school community sets high expectations in every endeavor, individual or collective. Effective decision making must actively involve all of the school s constituencies, and depends on access to and use of enough of the right kinds of data. PHOTOS: Commercial Art students and Robert Steinbacher, CPP MP Vocational Instructional Aide EDITOR: Amy Shields, Organizational Advancement Director Table of Contents Enhancing Student Success Key Indicators of Student Success Successful Student Recruitment Business Involvement in Program Quality Program Review Leadership Succession Professional Development Technology Service to Community Safety and Wellness Committee Initiatives Eastern Foundation Adult and Continuing Education Governance Finance

4 Summary of School Goals Goal 1 Enhancing Student Success Sustain and enrich the process of continuous improvement to enable the success of each student attending EASTERN. Measures of student success at EASTERN include student completion rates, program certifications, and participation in the student leadership organization. STUDENT WARRANTY, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURE EASTERN was the first school in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to have a Student Warranty! EASTERN s Student Warranty guarantees employers that competencies listed on the student s warranty can be performed to industry standards providing a value-added incentive to the employer. This year 198 graduates received warranties. During the school year, students in 10 EASTERN programs were able to gain professional certifications or licensure. They include Allied Health, Automotive Technology, Collision Repair Technology, Computer Network Administration, Construction Technology, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Electrical Technology, Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning, and Protective Services. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS/CREDITS EARNED PER PROGRAM Allied Health All students become certified in CPR/AED and First Aid for Health Care Providers. During the school year, 29 Allied Health students graduated with 87 transferable MCCC credits through the dual enrollment program. Automotive Technology Students can take their National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) qualifying exams (after completing a reduced period of work experience in the automotive industry), and earn their Safety and Pollution Prevention certification (S/P2). Collision Repair Technology Students benefit from the use of I-CAR (Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair) enhanced curriculum. This is one of only 17 programs in Pennsylvania certified by the ASE for meeting industry standards. Students can also earn their Safety and Pollution Prevention certification (S/P2). Computer Network Administration Students in the Computer Network Administration program must pass the Certified Linux Administrator (CLA) exam in the first year and are prepared for two other industry certification exams: Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) and Novell Certified Administrator (NCA). During the school year 6 seniors graduated with 72 transferable credits from MCCC, and 17 juniors earned 105 transferable credits from MCCC. Construction Technology Students in Construction Technology can earn their Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA 10) certification. Cosmetology After completion of the required 1,250 hours, students are prepared to take the Pennsylvania State Board of Cosmetology licensing exam. Culinary Arts Students can receive their ServSafe certification, which is a food safety training and certificate program administered by the National Restaurant Association. The ServSafe program is accredited by American National Standards Institute and the Conference for Food Protection. Electrical Technology Students in Electrical Technology can earn their OSHA 10 certification. Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) students receive certifications in Gastite, TracPipe, and students can earn OSHA 10 certification. Protective Services Students can earn their Firefighter I through testing by Bucks County Fire Academy, Hazardous Materials Awareness through testing by Bucks County Fire Academy, Adult CPR through testing by the Red Cross, Standard First Aid through testing by the Red Cross, and Gas and Electrical Awareness through PECO. Students also earn certificates in the National Incident Management System levels 100, 200, 700, and Eastern Center for Arts and Technology

5 SkillsUSA ANOTHER WINNING YEAR! District Competition Thirty students from EASTERN won medals in skill areas or leadership at the SkillsUSA District Competitions held February 10 11, 2015 at Central Montgomery County Technical High School in Plymouth Meeting, PA. EASTERN is proud to announce that 8 gold medals, 15 silver medals, and 7 bronze medals were awarded at the SkillsUSA District Competition. SkillsUSA Pennsylvania State Officer EASTERN thanks Anita Gallagher, Commercial Art/Abington High School, for her role as the SkillsUSA Pennsylvania Secretary. State Competition Winners of gold medals at the district level competed at the state level April 8 10, 2015 at the Hershey Convention Center. The state gold medal winners are: Gold Medal Winners Criminal Justice Joseph Flint, EASTERN Protective Services/Abington High School. Pin Design Nicole Hetzel, EASTERN Commercial Art/Upper Moreland High School. National Competition Gold medal winners at the state level represented EASTERN at the national-level competitions held June 22-26, 2015 in Louisville, Kentucky. Medalists from EASTERN included: Fifth Place for Criminal Justice - Joseph Flint, a 2015 graduate of EASTERN s Protective Services program/abington High School. This contest utilizes both written examination and practical exercises to evaluate the students abilities and knowledge of the field. The students are scored on their knowledge and application of U.S. Constitutional Law, written and verbal communications skills, and their ability to handle an entry-level law enforcement position. Ninth Place for Pin Design - Nicole Hetzel, a 2015 EASTERN Commercial Art/Upper Moreland High School graduate. For this competition, students present their state-winning pin along with their artwork and participate in an oral presentation regarding all aspects of their creation of the design. The student competitors explain how the pin represents the state, its unique qualities and why another SkillsUSA student or adult member would want to wear it. from left to right Katya Ivanovski, SkillsUSA State Officer and Anita Gallagher, SkillsUSA State Officer. SkillsUSA School Officers SkillsUSA AM Schoolwide Officers were Hans Kim, HVAC/Abington High School; AmberLyn Williams, Commercial Art/Upper Moreland High School; Olga Stylianou, Computer Network Administration/Upper Moreland High School; Leslie Ramirez, Office Management/Springfield High School; Molly Grinnan, Commercial Art/Springfield High School. SkillsUSA PM Schoolwide Officers were Robin Gabage, Commercial Art/Jenkintown High School; Danyelle Sanders, Culinary Arts/Springfield High School; Austin Hunter, Electrical Technology/Springfield High School; and Samantha Curtain, Cosmetology/ Hatboro-Horsham High School. EASTERN thanks the SkillsUSA Schoolwide Officers for their hard work and dedication to the school, their programs, and the SkillsUSA fundraising initiatives. Eastern Center for Arts and Technology 3

6 SEPTEMBER STUDENT OF THE MONTH - ROBIN GABAGE 2015 Graduate - EASTERN PROGRAM: Commercial Art - Nicole Mohrey, Instructor, and Robert Steinbacher, Vocational Instructional Aide EARNED EDUCATIONAL CREDENTIALS: EASTERN Certificate SCHOOL: Jenkintown High School At EASTERN, Robin achieved straight A s and perfect attendance in her Commercial Art program, and was selected by her instructors to attend the Career and Technical Student Organization s Leadership Conference for two consecutive years. As a junior, Robin was part of the team that received the silver medal for Opening and Closing Ceremonies at the SkillsUSA District competition, and the gold medal for Chapter Display at the Pennsylvania State competition. The gold medal win led her and her team to the SkillsUSA National Competition held June 23 27, 2014 in Kansas City, Missouri, where they placed third. At Awards Night 2014, she was awarded the Director s Award for juniors who demonstrate outstanding leadership skills. As a senior, Robin served as Schoolwide President for the school year, and was part of the team that won second-place at the SkillsUSA District competition for Opening and Closing Ceremonies. At EASTERN s Awards Night 2015, she was presented with the EASTERN Foundation Award. At Jenkintown High School, she was on the Tennis Team, and the Yearbook and Prom Committees. Since 2011 she has held a summer position at Big Springs Scout Reservation in East Stroudsburg in their office, retail store, and as a lifeguard. FUTURE PLANS: Robin is pursuing her Bachelor s Degree in Sports and Entertainment Management at Point Park University in Pittsburgh. STUDENT RECOGNITION AWARDS NIGHT On Wednesday, May 27, 2015, EASTERN held its annual Awards Night at 7 p.m. at Upper Moreland High School. This year, 130 students were recognized for their achievements with $41,000 awarded in the form of scholarships, tools of the trade, plaques, certificates and checks. Awards Night recognizes students who are Students of the Month through the year, medal winners at SkillsUSA District and State Competitions, winners of special end-of-year awards, and have achieved the Attendance and Straight A awards. EASTERN is pleased to announce that several new awards were instituted for this year's Awards Night such as the Gabe Tayar Memorial Award for a Culinary Arts student sponsored by the Tayar family, and the Thompson Toyota and Conicelli Honda Automotive awards sponsored by each dealership. Tayar Family Supports EASTERN Student Award EASTERN is proud to announce that the Tayar family of Abington, PA sponsored the Gabe Tayar Memorial Award to benefit one student from EASTERN's Culinary Arts program at EASTERN's Awards Night on May 27, This award is in memory of Gabe Tayar, the older brother of Culinary Arts/Abington High School senior, Estey Tayar. Gabe lost his battle with cancer seven and a half years ago. The Tayar family has sponsored various awards in Gabe s memory over the years, and chose EASTERN for From left to right Estey Tayar, Barbara Tayar, and Amy Supplee The EASTERN Culinary Arts instructors chose a student who meets the criteria set by the Tayar family. The student was a graduating senior who had risen above challenges that may include developmental, physical, health or a learning disability, or has gone above and beyond to assist students with the above mentioned disabilities to meet their educational goals. Estey and her mother, Barbara, presented the award to the student at EASTERN s Awards Night. Each year, we search for new ways to honor Gabe, said Barbara Tayar. Estey has flourished in the Culinary Arts program at EASTERN, and we feel as though this is a great way to help a student who has overcome challenges of any kind, or to the student who has gone above and beyond to help those with challenges. 4 Eastern Center for Arts and Technology

7 Key Indicators of Student Success Each year EASTERN reviews data to continuously evaluate student performance against student success goals. Below are EASTERN s Key Indicators of Student Success and the last three years of performance data. Key Indicators of Student Success & Measurement Standards ENROLLMENT September 30th enrollment divided by Total 77.0% 72.0% 74.8% Program capacity (i.e. 18/24=75%) RETENTION How many students made it to the end of the program 76.6% 86.6% 84.6% regardless of whether or not they completed. June 1 enrollment of a class's graduation year divided by September 30th enrollment of a class's first year (11th or 12th graders) (i.e.12/18=67%) COMPLETION How many students completed the program with a final 65.0% 78.9% 78.2% grade of 70 or above and completed all tasks.program completers divided by total number of possible completers at the end of the school year (i.e. 10/15=67%) PLACEMENT How many EASTERN completers were placed in related 82.5% 63.8% 67% employment or education following their graduation. Measured by October graduate survey -- number of students placed divided by total completers (i.e. 8/10=80%) NOCTI- How many students scored competent or advanced on the 94.6% 89.8% 94.6% EASTERN NOCTI. Number competent or advanced divided by total number who took the test NOCTI- Same as above 94.6% 89.8% 94.6% PDE KEYSTONE How many students scored proficient or advanced on the 47.1% 36.5% ALGEBRA Keystone.Number of seniors in each program who scored proficient or advanced on the Keystone divided by total number of seniors in each program who took the Keystone measured using students on roll as of Sept.30th. KEYSTONE Same as above 29.5% 28.5% BIOLOGY KEYSTONE Same as above 61.7% 58% LITERATURE SEPT. 30 ENROLLMENT BY PROGRAM Allied Health Automotive Technology Collision Repair Technology Commercial Art Computer Network Administration Construction Technology Cosmetology Culinary Arts Electrical Technology Electronics Engineering Technology 13 8 N/A Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Office Management N/A 9 21 Protective Services Welding Technology TOTAL Eastern Center for Arts and Technology 5

8 ENROLLMENT BY PARTICIPATING SCHOOL ABINGTON ARCHBISHOP WOOD BISHOP MCDEVITT BRYN ATHYN CHELTENHAM HATBORO-HORSHAM HOLY FAMILY JENKINTOWN LOWER MORELAND SPRINGFIELD UPPER DUBLIN UPPER MORELAND WORDSWORTH OTHER TOTAL What Schools are the Graduates Attending? FOUR-YEAR COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES Albright University Arcadia University Aria Health School of Nursing Arizona State University Art Institute of Pittsburgh Belmont University Bloomsburg University Bryn Athyn College Cedar Crest College Cornell University Culinary Institute of America DeSales University Drexel University Eastern University East Stroudsburg University Gwynedd Mercy University Holy Family University Hussian School of Art Indiana University of Pennsylvania Johnson & Wales University, R.I. Keystone College Kutztown University LaSalle University Lock Haven University Marywood University Moore College of Art & Design Moravian College Neumann University Norwich Military College PACE University Penn College of Technology Penn State University Abington Penn State University Pennsylvania College of Art & Design Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Shippensburg UniversityTemple University/Tyler School of Art University of the Arts University of Maryland University of Pittsburgh University of the Sciences West Chester University Widener University William Patterson College WyoTech York College MILITARY United States Air Force United States Army United States Marines United States Navy TWO-YEAR COLLEGES OR TRADE SCHOOLS Antonelli Institute Automotive Training Center Bucks County Community College Community College of Philadelphia EASTERN Continuing Education Program Empire Beauty School Lansdale School of Cosmetology Manor College Montgomery County Community College Ohio Technical College Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology Universal Technical Institute Williamson Free School of Mechanical Trades 6 Eastern Center for Arts and Technology

9 Goal 2 Successful Student Recruitment Implement a process, in collaboration with participating districts, to identify an appropriate student body to meet the demands of business and industry in specific careers. SHARED VIEW MEETINGS EASTERN Student Success Coordinators, Tess Eichenberger and Ferne Andre, continued to work collaboratively with participating schools to identify intervention strategies to benefit student achievement and data regarding their students, holding 22 meetings over the school year. In February, Ms. Eichenberger retired, and EASTERN welcomed Ms. Veronica Stanley to fill the position. Ms. Eichenberger, Ms. Andre, and Ms. Stanley met several times during the year with a team from each of the participating schools and shared information about student success at EASTERN. Each team also focused on continuing to work toward district planning goals, registration status, IEP process, SAGE testing, monitoring students who fall below 70 percent, enrollment trends, transcript information, student visitor logistics, identifying students who may need support, student recognition, NOCTI timelines, recruitment activities, use of online student progress reports, Tenth Grade Career Expo and counselor, teacher and staff visitations. PARTICIPATING SCHOOL EASTERN VISITATIONS Throughout the school year, EASTERN welcomed groups from many of our participating school districts for tours of the school, lunch prepared by our Culinary Arts students, and an opportunity to meet with students from their schools in each program. On May 8, 2015, a breakfast meeting was held for Cheltenham High School s Special Education staff. Six Cheltenham High School Special Education teachers attended the meeting for an overview of EASTERN s programs and a tour of the facility. On April 23, 2015, the Lower Moreland Parent Teacher Association, along with the Lower Moreland Superintendent and High School Principal, visited EASTERN for a school overview, lunch and tour of the programs. OPEN HOUSE 2015 EASTERN's Open House was held on Sunday, March 1, 2015, from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. There were more than 500 visitors throughout the day, as well as Advisory Committee members, Joint Operating Committee members, EASTERN staff and administration. A total of 13 postsecondary and military representatives were on hand, as well as the Second Alarmers. Faculty members indicated that there was a constant influx of students and parents visiting the classrooms throughout the event despite the snowy weather conditions. TENTH GRADE CAREER EXPO From December 2014 through early February 2015, tenth grade and selected eleventh grade students received a multimedia presentation at their high school, including a PowerPoint presentation and recruitment video, along with an informative segment that included four to six EASTERN students from various programs speaking about their programs. EASTERN students discussed his or her favorite aspects of their program, expectations for each program, and their plans after graduation. Eight presentation dates were chosen. The presentation was made to a total of 1,875 tenth graders and 95 eleventh graders. Interested students were invited to EASTERN to visit two programs of their choice for 55 minutes each. EASTERN welcomed 393 student visitors on February 4, 2015 and February 25, Students were greeted by staff in EASTERN s main lobby and were directed to their first class by a current EASTERN student. The following were chosen as the top five first-choice classes of visiting students: 1) Cosmetology, 2) Protective Services, 3) Allied Health, 4) Commercial Art, and 5) Culinary Arts. If a student was unable to make the school visit, additional program tours were made available. Students were invited to attend on the following tour dates: March 6, April 10, and May 1, Additionally, many private tours, including students and parents, were conducted throughout the year. The results of the Tenth Grade Career Expo proved positive. By June 2015, Allied Health and Collision Repair Technology were full, and Protective Services and Commercial Art had student waiting lists. Open House Postcard design by Zach Nisen, EASTERN Commercial Art/Upper Moreland High School, and photographed by Jackson Kramer, EASTERN Commercial Art/Jenkintown High School. Eastern Center for Arts and Technology 7

10 OCTOBER STUDENT OF THE MONTH - ISIS ABDUL-MALIK 2015 Graduate - EASTERN PROGRAM: Protective Services Walt Kenney, Instructor Isis was a member of both the Philadelphia and Norristown Police Explorer Cadet Programs organizations designed to guide young adults to a better path for the future through training, leadership, teamwork, discipline, friendship and to assist the Police Department and citizens through community service. Through EASTERN s Protective Services program, Isis has her National Incident Management System Level 100 and 700 Certificates. At Cheltenham High School, she participated on the Girls Basketball Team, and was a member of the Poetry Club. She enjoys volunteering her time for community efforts such as disaster service with the Salvation Army and for the Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church s Appreciation Ceremony in which they honor law enforcement, public safety and citizens who deserve recognition for their outstanding service to the community EARNED EDUCATIONAL CREDENTIALS: EASTERN Certificate, National Incident Management System Level 100 and 700 Certificates SCHOOL: Cheltenham High School FUTURE PLANS: Isis is currently attending Temple University for an Associate s Degree, and then plans to enter the police academy. Her goal is to become a Philadelphia Police Officer. EIGHTH GRADE CAREER EXPO In response to requests from participating districts, four middle schools participated in Eighth Grade Career Expo. On May 29, 2015 a total of 60 Jenkintown eighth grade students attended during the morning session, and 182 Lower Moreland eighth grade students visited during the afternoon session. On June 2, 2015, a total of 179 eighth grade students from Springfield, and 45 eighth grade students from Abington visited throughout the morning session. Students were grouped into 10 to 15 students, and visited 6 programs for approximately 12 minutes each. Chaperones consisted of participating school staff and faculty and EASTERN staff. Each tour group was hosted by an EASTERN student. This expo was very hands-on, and student visitors had the opportunity to jump right in and get to work under the supervision of the EASTERN instructor and student assistants. SUMMER FUN LEARNING This popular three-week summer program offered students entering into grades seven, eight, nine or ten an enriching experience. They worked on real projects using the tools and equipment found in that career field. Classes were offered from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. daily from June 29 to July 17, This was the 31st year for EASTERN s Summer Fun program. This year, 148 students participated in ten courses including Auto Mechanics and Collision Repair, Computer Art and Digital Photography, Crime Scene Investigation, Drawing and Painting, Junior Chef, Looking Good, Pastry Boss, Video Game Programming, and World of Construction. For more information on EASTERN s Summer Fun program, please visit summerfun.eastech.org. Pastry Boss Instructor, Kelly Knorr, demonstrating icing technique EASTERN S SUMMER FUN PASTRY BOSS CLASS CONDUCTS CUPCAKE WARS The Summer Fun Pastry Boss class at EASTERN held a Cupcake War competition on July 10, Students worked in groups of approximately four students each, and baked and designed three varieties of cupcakes. The winners were the Cupcake Crusaders Nicole Foran from Abington Junior High School, Adrian Dinnall from McFatter Technical High School, Chris Egan from Hatboro-Horsham High School, and Alex Turner from Abington Junior High School. Kelly Knorr, the Summer Fun Pastry Boss instructor and 2003 EASTERN Culinary Arts/Upper Moreland High School graduate, was confident that her students were ready for a little friendly competition, so she added Cupcake Wars to the curriculum. Truthfully, all of the groups did an incredible job, said Knorr. They worked cohesively as a team and came up with some very creative design concepts for their cupcakes. I am proud of their level of enthusiasm and originality for this competition. 8 Eastern Center for Arts and Technology Cupcake Crusaders from left to right Nicole Foran from Abington Junior High School, Adrian Dinnall from McFatter Technical High School, Chris Egan from Hatboro-Horsham High School, and Alex Turner from Abington Junior High School

11 ELECTRONIC MARKETING Alignment with Postsecondary Education FACEBOOK In an effort to increase EASTERN s visibility and aid in recruitment efforts, EASTERN joined the Facebook nation in spring of 2010, and now has approximately 1,171 likes. EASTERN s Facebook page is the home of many student and alumni spotlights as well as general good news items regarding EASTERN and its programs. EASTERN s Facebook page can be found at TWITTER In February 2013, EASTERN established its Twitter account. EASTERN can be Tweets about careers, job training, and school events are posted daily. INSTAGRAM In June 2013, EASTERN established an Instagram account. Following suit from our Twitter account, EASTERN can be on Instagram. This is an image-based social media tool that is currently popular with EASTERN s target student base. EASTERN NEWS In October 2011, EASTERN introduced its first ever electronic newsletter, EASTERN News. This monthly newsletter includes the EASTERN Student of the Month, alumni profiles, upcoming EASTERN events, dates to remember, and a fact about career and technical education. In April 2015, the Pennsylvania School Public Relations Association awarded EASTERN s newsletter the Award of Honor in their Excellence in Education Communication contest. To subscribe to EASTERN News, please visit eastech.org and find the link on the right-hand side. COUNSELOR SUPPORT WEBPAGE This webpage was launched in to provide participating high school counselors with all of the EASTERN marketing and informational items needed to assist them and their students, such as, brochures, program information and student performance data. The goal is to update this each time a brochure, marketing or recruitment collateral is revised, providing the most up-to-date EASTERN data to participating school counselors. The Counselor Support webpage can be found at eastech.org/counselors. YOUTUBE GALLERY ON EASTERN WEBSITE All EASTERN videos can be accessed on EASTERN s YouTube Gallery youtube.com/user/easterncenter4arts. COLLEGE CONNECTION Students may qualify for up to 9 free college credits through Perkins statewide articulation agreements. In addition to all statewide articulation agreements and dual enrollment opportunities with MCCC, EASTERN has made agreements with the following postsecondary institutions for qualifying students to take advantage of advanced standing due to their successful participation in an EASTERN program. Some of these agreements include: DEVRY UNIVERSITY Up to eight credits for Computer Network Administration HARCUM COLLEGE Allied Health B average students do not have to take Medical Terminology in their Allied Health Science or Healthcare Practice Management associates degree program. HUSSIAN SCHOOL OF ART Commercial Art students can earn up to 7.5 elective credits ITT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE Electronics Engineering Technology students achieving a minimum of a B average will receive four credits for ITT Technical Institute s DC Electronics course. JOHNSON & WALES UNIVERSITY Culinary Arts students can earn up to nine quarter credits after successful completion of practical exams for Introduction to Baking and Pastry, New World Cuisine, and Fundamentals of Food Service Production. LINCOLN TECHNICAL INSTITUTE Automotive Technology students get credit for up to three courses. MCCC Culinary Arts students can earn up to nine credits, and Protective Services students can earn up to three college credits for Criminal Justice or Fire Science. Allied Health students can earn three credits, and Computer Network Administration can earn up to 12 credits through dual enrollment. OHIO TECHNICAL COLLEGE Automotive Technology students can earn credit for up to four Automotive Technology courses; Collision Repair Technology students can earn credit for up to four Auto Body courses; and Welding Technology students can earn credit for up to two Welding courses. PENNSYLVANIA COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY Students from most programs can apply for advanced placement for work completed at EASTERN after they have been accepted by Penn College (on average, credit is given for up to three college courses) PENN STATE UNIVERSITY ABINGTON Qualified Commercial Art and Computer Network Administration students are given preferential admission and do not have to pay the admission fee if they meet admission requirements. UNIVERSAL TECHNICAL INSTITUTE Automotive Technology students can earn credit for up to four UTI Auto Tech courses; also, a minimum of $500 articulation credit toward tuition in the Automotive/Diesel course will be awarded. UNIVERSITY OF NORTHWESTERN OHIO Up to 12 credits for Automotive Technology students can be earned; and up to six credits for Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning students can be earned. Eastern Center for Arts and Technology 9

12 Goal 3 Business Involvement in Program Quality Engage local businesses to ensure the availability of quality programs that meet their needs and the interests of students. Strategic Alliances EASTERN s Strategic Alliances with local businesses and organizations influence our decisions and programs and offer students benefits not available internally at EASTERN. These agreements are made with a quality community or corporate partner and have a lasting and positive effect on a student s experience at EASTERN. It may also help a student gain professional certifications and reinforce the student s career goals. Many of EASTERN s career and technical programs have benefited from Strategic Alliances. Current Strategic Alliances include: AMERICAN CULINARY FEDERATION Designed to assist Culinary Arts students in developing the technical and professional skills required to succeed in the food service industry. The Culinary Arts program is officially certified by the Secondary Certification Committee of the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation. This certification was granted after an in-depth review of the facility and the program s processes and procedures. AYES Automotive Youth Educational Systems Nationallyaccepted program to transition youth into the automotive industry. Selected students benefit from a job shadowing program, paid internships for 10 weeks in the summer, and after graduation and successful completion of the AYES program, acquire over $3,000 worth of tools for a few hundred dollars for their use on the job. AYES is endorsed by several automotive manufacturers. ASE Automotive Service Excellence This Strategic Alliance is a validation that Automotive Technology and Collision Repair Technology meet rigorous industry standards. This nationallyrecognized program uses standards of excellence in many areas; such as, curriculum, instruction, facilities, organizational structure and equipment. EASTERN is certified by the National Institute for ASE in Automotive Technology and Collision Repair Technology. To achieve this coveted recognition, the school s automotive training programs underwent rigorous evaluation by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). INTER-INDUSTRY CONFERENCE ON AUTO COLLISION REPAIR MODULES (I-CAR) I-CAR modules have been incorporated into the Collision Repair Technology program s curriculum. These 52 modules, which combine instructor-led training with state-of-the-art technology, are beneficial to students in that they increase the use of realistic and hands-on exercises, allow them to work at their own pace, and test the students on the knowledge and skills learned on each module. CISCO, NOVELL AND MICROSOFT Computer Network Administration students benefited from the curriculum connection EASTERN has with Cisco, Novell and Microsoft. Expanded Learning Opportunities An Expanded Learning Opportunity (ELO) is an instructional method which provides students with curricular experiences with external resources to supplement the daily curriculum. The instructional experience could be off-site or on EASTERN s campus. The purpose of ELOs is to assist students with skill development or knowledge acquisition, career verification, clinical experiences, or after-school or summer internships, which could be paid or unpaid, and transition to work or postsecondary education. Sixty ELOs were implemented this year, many of which are detailed below. ALLIED HEALTH On September 22, 2014, Allied Health students received training and certification for CPR/AED/First Aide for the Healthcare Provider from a representative of the Upper Moreland Fire Department. Students spent Tuesdays and Thursdays at Abington Memorial Hospital. These students were placed with professional nurse mentors, respiratory therapists, and radiology technologists and therapists who provided opportunities and experiences for these students beyond what any classroom could begin to provide. On October 31 and November 3, 2014, Abington Hospital representatives visited the Allied Health classes to inform them of a volunteer opportunity at the hospital, HELP (Hospital Elder Life Program), which places students with nurse mentors. Students will then be able to have an extended clinical experience for four hours per week. On November 14, 2014, the Allied Health classes attended a Dual Enrollment Summit at Montgomery County Community College (MCCC). On December 1, 2014, a representative form Frankford/Aria School of Nursing visited the Allied Health classes, informing students of postsecondary opportunities offered by Frankford/Aria. On February 6, 2015, Carolyn White, Assistant Director of Admissions at Montgomery County Community College, visited the Allied Health classes to provide students with information about career planning and postsecondary opportunities. ABINGTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Clinical experience at Abington Memorial Hospital assists Allied Health students in validating their career selection, understanding the professional demands and expectations of the field, developing self-confidence in the clinical setting, and experiencing a head start with their first-year college studies. 10 Eastern Center for Arts and Technology

13 Expanded Learning Opportunities AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY On September 29, 2014, a representative from Ohio Technical College visited the Automotive Technology classes and the Collision Technology classes to discuss establishing career development goals and postsecondary education opportunities. On October 8, 2014, a representative from Automotive Training Center (ATC) visited the Automotive Technology classes. Students gained knowledge of local postsecondary training in the automotive service and repair field and discussed career development and setting career goals. On October 21, 2014, a representative from Universal Technical Institute (UTI) visited Automotive Technology classes to inform students of postsecondary educational opportunities. October 30, 2014, a representative from WyoTech in Blairsville, PA visited the Automotive Technology and Collision Repair Technology classes. The students received information on career development, postsecondary education and establishing career goals. On October 31, 2014, Automotive Technology instructor John McDonald accompanied four senior class students to the 22nd annual High School Automotive Technology Knowledge Competition sponsored by the Automotive Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia (ADAGP). On November 17, 2014, a representative from the University of Northwestern Ohio visited the Automotive Technology classes. Students were informed of the career outlook for auto technicians, postsecondary education selection strategy and the importance of enhanced skill sets in this economy. On November 18, 2014, the Automotive Technology classes toured Automotive Training Center in Warminster, PA and received a presentation on postsecondary educational opportunities. They also toured Thompson Toyota and Thompson BMW in Doylestown, PA, where students learned firsthand what dealerships require from their technicians. On December 17, 2014, the Automotive Technology classes visited Conicelli Honda and Universal Technical Institute (UTI). This expanded learning opportunity helped students verify their career choice and gave them insight into the requirements necessary to advance to automotive technician position status at the dealership level. It also increased their knowledge of career opportunities in the automotive service and repair industry. The students also had a chance to see firsthand some of the postsecondary educational opportunities available to them in the transportation service and repair field at UTI's Exton, PA Campus. On May 28, 2015, Mr. Troy Miller from Auto Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia (ADAGP) visited the Automotive Technology classes to discuss the ADAGP competitions for COLLISION REPAIR TECHNOLOGY On October 14, 2014, a representative from ATC visited the Collision Repair Technology classes. Students gained knowledge of local postsecondary training in the automotive service and repair field and discussed career development and setting career goals. On October 21, 2014, a representative from Universal Technical Institute (UTI) visited the Collision Repair Technology classes to inform students of postsecondary educational opportunities. On October 28, 2014, Collision Repair Technology students participated in mock interviews conducted by three Occupational Advisory Committee members. This exercise helps the students with their resume writing skills and better prepares them for job interviews. October 30, 2014, a representative from WyoTech in Blairsville, PA visited the Automotive Technology and Collision Repair Technology classes. The students received information on career development, postsecondary education and establishing career goals. On January 20, 2015, Thomas Meers from R.W. Mallon gave hands-on training to Collision Repair Technology/Cheltenham High School student Anthony Davis who will be competing at the SkillsUSA District competition. On February 18, 2015, the Collision Repair Technology classes visited Fred Beans of Doylestown and Automotive Training Center (ATC), Warminster. This expanded learning opportunity helped students verify their career choice and gave them insight into the requirements necessary to advance at the dealership level. It also increased their knowledge of career opportunities in the collision repair industry. The students also had a chance to see firsthand some of the postsecondary educational opportunities. During May, 2015, three Collision Repair Technology students had the opportunity to job shadow at CollisionMax in Warminster, PA. This opportunity was arranged by OAC member and Body Shop Manager Patrick Beavers, and allowed the students to update their skills. COMMERCIAL ART On September 24, 2014, a representative of Antonelli Institute visited the Commercial Art classes and informed them of postsecondary education opportunities, as well as the costs affiliated with an advertising campaign. On October 1, 2014, a representative of Moore College of Art and Design visited the Commercial Art classes to orient them in postsecondary education requirements and professional preparation. On October 16, 2014, a representative from Hussian School of Art and Design gave a presentation to the Commercial Art classes. They spoke about career choices, opportunities within the industry and postsecondary options. On October 22, 2014, a representative of the Art Institute of Philadelphia visited the Commercial Art classes to speak about admissions, careers and postsecondary opportunities. On February 12, 2015, Commercial Art and Cosmetology students participated in the preparation of a bridal expo with representatives from Lehigh Valley Bridal and Mia Bella Salon. EASTERN Cosmetology students styled hair and Commercial Art students took photographs. On April 24, 2015, Full Sail University and Rally Cap visited the Commercial Art classes and presented an interactive multimedia presentation focusing on students' passions and how to turn these into career options. The workshop helped the students with specific information on Full Sail University, as well as other partner schools. Students used interactive tablets and were able to browse demographics of many schools, take a personality test, and received scholarship information. On May 7, 2015, Commercial Art students participated in mock interviews conducted by former Commercial Art Student Kelly Meissner. This exercise helps the students with their resume writing skills and better prepares them for job interviews. On May 22 & May 28, 2015, former Commercial Art student Kelly Meissner demonstrated hand drawing, digital imaging and character development to the Commercial Art classes. Eastern Center for Arts and Technology 11

14 12 Expanded Learning Opportunities COMPUTER NETWORK ADMINISTRATION On September 23, 2014, a representative from Montgomery County Community College visited the Computer Network Administration classes, informing students of dual enrollment and postsecondary opportunities. On November 14, 2014, the Computer Network Administration classes attended a Dual Enrollment Summit at MCCC. CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY On October 21, 2014, a representative from Penn College of Technology addressed the students on postsecondary programs available to them. On January 29, 2015, Ed Christy, Construction Technology OAC member and Safety Director/Shop Manager from E. Allen Reeves Company, provided a demonstration and explanation on fall protection to the Construction Technology classes. COSMETOLOGY On February 12, 2015, Commercial Art and Cosmetology students participated in the preparation of a bridal expo with representatives from Lehigh Valley Bridal and Mia Bella Salon. EASTERN Cosmetology students styled hair and Commercial Art students took photographs. On March 10, 2015, Cosmetology II students attended the New York Beauty Show at the Jacob Javits Convention Center. They learned that cosmetology is a life-long commitment to learning and collected information to assist them in completing their salon management project. On March 16, 2015, the Cosmetology I classes received training and OPI nail certification. On March 28, 2015, 15 Cosmetology students participated in Madison Cabulis' Senior Project for Jenkintown High School. Madison organized and ran the cosmetology clinic at EASTERN. The students were able to earn $550 that will be donated to Manna on Main, a food bank in Lansdale, PA. CULINARY ARTS On November 19, 2014, a representative from Indiana University of PA Academy of Culinary Arts demonstrated sweet and savory crepes, with hands-on participation, and shared college admissions process information with the Culinary Arts classes. ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY On April 8, 2015, a representative from Reuter Hanney conducted job interviews with Electrical Technology students. One student was hired for an immediate co-op position and another to be added in June, both for full-time permanent employment. HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING On March 18, 2015, a representative from the University of Northwestern Ohio visited the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) classes. Students were informed of the career outlook for HVAC technicians, postsecondary education selection strategy and the importance of enhanced skill sets in this economy. Eastern Center for Arts and Technology OFFICE MANAGEMENT On October 10, 2014, six second-year Office Management seniors visited the Willow Grove Chamber of Commerce job fair at Williamsons Restaurant, Willow Grove. On December 16, 2014, second-year Office Management students worked on a project with Janssen Biotech, Inc. (JBI) in Horsham, assisting them in a holiday charity drive. The students spent the day at JBI packaging toiletry bags and meeting the JBI representatives that made this possible, including Marlene Moran, Office Management Occupational Advisory Committee member and JBI Senior Administrative Assistant. Prior to their visit, their assignment was to plan the company sponsored event, ranging from invitations, ordering the toiletries and marketing, and they also participated in teleconferences with JBI employees who they reported to during the project. This expanded learning opportunity exposed the students to a real-world example of the importance of time management, budgeting and professional communications. On May 8, 2015, Occupational Advisory Committee member and Montgomery County Community College representative Theresa Sullivan visited the Office Management classes to speak about their Business Program and dual enrollment. On May 18, 2015, Mr. Adam Buckius, RallyCap High School Outreach Team Leader, visited the Office Management classes and gave a presentation on careers and future education choices. PROTECTIVE SERVICES On October 1, 2014, a U.S. Army representative visited the Protective Services classes and gave students information on exploring options other than college. On October 26, 2014, Protective Services instructor Walt Kenney supervised twenty-one students at the Abington Township Fire Training Center as they learned competencies required for their Emergency Medical Technician career objective. On November 17-19, 2014, Protective Services students received training using the Tactical Combat Care Course for Law Enforcement from the Second Alarmers staff. On December 12, 2014, Mr. Gary Bissig, Horsham Department of Emergency Management and Executive Advisory Committee member, visited the Protective Services classes. He lectured on Emergency Management followed by a scenario-based exercise with the students. On January 28, 2015, Andrew Gerth, OAC member and Upper Moreland Fire Department member, provided basic emergency care training to the Protective Services classes. On May 5, 2015, an admission representative from Harcum University visited the Protective Services program during the AM and PM sessions. On May 26, 2015, senior Protective Services students visited the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office and Crime Lab. They worked through several case studies and used equipment to support individual theories. WELDING TECHNOLOGY On May 7, 2015, three Welding Technology students participated in Welding Workmanship Training certification for visual weld inspection by Welder Training and Testing Institute (WTTI) at Revtur Welding Company in Warminster, PA, arranged by Occupational Advisory Committee member Paul Lowry. On May 13, 2015, Occupational Advisory Committee member Neil Goldberg brought a mobile biofuel processor for the Welding Technology students to observe. They used blueprints of the processor to identify parts on the processor and Mr. Goldberg discussed the welds with the students.

15 NOVEMBER STUDENT OF THE MONTH - ANTHONY DAVIS 2015 Graduate - EASTERN PROGRAM: Collision Repair Technology Steve Parke, Instructor At EASTERN, Anthony was presented with the Director s Award at EASTERN s Awards Night in May This prestigious award is given to only two juniors each year who demonstrate leadership potential. In June 2014, Anthony attended the SkillsUSA National Competition in Kansas City, MO, where he was part of the EASTERN team that won third place for Chapter Display. He also received first place for Automotive Refinishing at the District 2 Competition in February At EASTERN s Awards Night in May 2015, Anthony was presented with the Collision Repair Outstanding Senior Award and the State Farm Good Neighbor Award. At Cheltenham High School, Anthony played basketball, football, and was a former trumpet player in the Cedarbrook Jazz Band. EARNED EDUCATIONAL CREDENTIALS: EASTERN Certificate, Safety and Pollution Prevention (S/P2) in both the Collision Safety and Collision Pollution areas SCHOOL: Cheltenham High School FUTURE PLANS: Anthony currently attends Ohio Technical College with scholarship money he earned through SkillsUSA competitions. He plans to obtain his Associate Degree in Collision Repair and Custom Paint. EASTERN WELDING TECHNOLOGY STUDENTS RECEIVE FIRST-HAND LOOK AT MOBILE BIODIESEL PROCESSING VEHICLE On May 13, 2015, EASTERN Welding Technology students had the unique opportunity to get a firsthand look at a mobile biodiesel processing vehicle. Portable biofuel refineries can process gallons of premium biodiesel each day. The mobility of this biodiesel processing vehicle has numerous advantages, as it arrives ready to produce fuel and it can operate in any location such as farms. Neil Goldberg provides overview of vehicle to EASTERN Welding Technology students. Meghan Reiff, EASTERN s Welding Technology Instructor, was recently teaching her students how to read blueprints for welds, and she noticed that many of them were having difficulty visualizing where the welds actually were on a structure that they had never seen before. She mentioned this to EASTERN s Welding Technology Occupational Advisory Committee (OAC) Chairperson, Neil Goldberg. EASTERN s OACs consist of professionals from local business and industry that volunteer their time to work with EASTERN s instructors and administration to keep the curriculum and the tools used in each program cutting edge and industry-standard. Goldberg, a Mechanical Engineer for the United States Department of Agriculture, provided Reiff with blueprints of a mobile biodiesel processing vehicle, and brought the vehicle to EASTERN for the students to inspect. Welding Technology students observing blueprints for mobile biodiesel processing vehicle This was a great opportunity for my students to use blueprints to find welds on a unique structure, said Reiff. Mr. Goldberg and several Drexel Mechanical Engineering students designed and built this vehicle over several years. It was a great education for my students on blueprint reading, biofuel, and environmental awareness. Eastern Center for Arts and Technology 13

16 DECEMBER STUDENT OF THE MONTH - JACKSON KRAMER 2015 Graduate - EASTERN PROGRAM: Commercial Art Nicole Mohrey, Instructor, and Robert Steinbacher, Vocational Instructional Aide EARNED EDUCATIONAL CREDENTIALS: EASTERN Certificate SCHOOL: Jenkintown High School At EASTERN, Jackson maintained outstanding grades in his Commercial Art program at EASTERN, while participating in a dual enrollment program at MCCC through Jenkintown High School. At EASTERN, Jackson was active in SkillsUSA, EASTERN s student leadership organization. In April 2014, he attended the SkillsUSA State Competition as a State Officer Delegate and Campaign Manager. He was also part of the team that won second place at the SkillsUSA District Competition for Opening and Closing Ceremonies in February In February 2015, he received second place for Photography at the SkillsUSA District 2 Competition. At EASTERN s Awards Night in May 2015, he was presented the Commercial Art Creative Senior Photo Award, and the Educators Association Award. Jackson volunteered his time student teaching the 2014 Computer Art and Digital Photography class for EASTERN s Summer Fun program for middle school students. Outside of school, Jackson was a Counselor at the Abington Club s Kids Club in Jenkintown. FUTURE PLANS: Jackson is attending Maryland Institute College of Art for Photography. Ultimately, he would like to work as a magazine photo journalist. EMPLOYERS PROVIDING PAID INTERNSHIPS Twelve students from six EASTERN programs took part in paid internships in Students applied what they learned from their EASTERN program and gained skills needed to be successful in the workplace. Paid Internships for the school year included: EQUIPMENT UPGRADES MADE IN CULINARY ARTS During the school year, the Culinary Arts program underwent major upgrades and renovations. New stoves, refrigerators, freezers, ovens, steamers, tables, sinks, dishwashers were installed, and plumbing and electrical upgrades were completed per the recommendations of the Culinary Arts OAC and the EAC. Many items were purchased using grants received by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY Pep Boys, Willow Grove, Thompson Toyota, Tommy Carr Tire & Auto COLLISION REPAIR TECHNOLOGY Morano Brothers CULINARY ARTS Rydal Park ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY Reuter Hanney Co. Culinary upgrades and renovations HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING David G. Parkes Co., McCaffrey Oil WELDING TECHNOLOGY Martelli s Metal Fabrication, Revtur, William Henry Ironworks Program Review HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM REPAIRS EASTERN conducted a full inspection of the building s HVAC systems. Results of this inspection included the replacement of all controls for the air handling systems and major preventative maintenance to preclude future HVAC issues and inconsistencies throughout the building. 14 Eastern Center for Arts and Technology MOTION SENOR LIGHTING IN CLASSROOMS EASTERN strives to increase environmentally-friendly practices in all career and technical programs. This year, lighting motion sensors were installed in each program for energy conservation. NEW SECURITY STATION The safety and security of EASTERN s student, faculty and staff is of the utmost importance. During the school year, a new security station was added to the Director s Office entrance of the building. This is an additional area for visitors to sign in.

17 Goal 4 Leadership Succession Implement a process that will document EASTERN's existing culture, and sustain and enrich that culture in a rapidly changing environment, with particular emphasis on the role of EASTERN's formal and informal leadership in the process. HILIARY HOLLOWAY EASTERN FRIEND AND SUPPORTER Hiliary Holloway, a former EAC and JOC member, passed away on December 21, Mr. Holloway was the safety director of U.S. Environmental and principal of Holloway Safety Group. He published numerous articles pertaining to safety and was a member of the American Society of Safety Engineers and the World Safety Organization. In addition to his involvement and dedication to program improvement at EASTERN, Mr. Holloway provided service to the community through his active membership in various civic institutions including Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity (Alpha Boule), Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., Springfield Community Foundation, Springfield Township Board of Education, Center In The Park, and the Philadelphia Chapter of the North Carolina Central University Alumni Association. He was a beloved member of the EASTERN community, and will always be remembered for his great sense of commitment to education, and his unmatched sense of humor. NEW LEADERSHIP JOINT OPERATING COMMITTEE OFFICER ELECTIONS Art Levinowitz, Joint Operating Committee President, and Michele Tinsman, Joint Operating Committee Vice President, were both re-elected for terms extending from December 2014 December EXECUTIVE ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT Chynna Huff, Student Representative from the Protective Services program and Abington High School, was appointed to the EAC during the school year. JOINT OPERATING COMMITTEE DISTRICT APPOINTMENT Michele Tinsman from Abington School District, Stephanie Gray from Cheltenham School District, and Carolyn Riley from Jenkintown School District were appointed by their participating district as EASTERN Joint Operating Committee members for three year terms beginning December NEW EMPLOYEES STUDENT SUCCESS COORDINATOR APPOINTED Veronica Stanley was appointed as Student Success Coordinator, effective February 23, 2015, replacing Tess Eichenberger. She brings a great deal of experience to the position, such as special education teacher, and most recently as the Director of Special Services for three school districts in New Jersey. WELDING TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTOR APPOINTED Meghan Reiff started as EASTERN s longterm substitute Welding Technology Instructor in November In June 2015, she was officially selected as the Welding Technology instructor, making her the first female Welding Technology instructor in the school s history. Ms. Reiff brings a great deal of welding experience to EAST- ERN, including over six years of TIG welding, two years of MIG welding, and four years of specialized metalworking processes, such as oxyfuel welding, brazing, sterling silver soldering, casting, blacksmithing, coppersmithing, silversmithing, and forging and raising. Reiff graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Crafts/Materials Studies with a focus on metalsmithing, then completed a 60-hour TIG welding course at Mercer County Community College while working in the welding field. She also has her Master s in Education with certifications in English, English as a Second Language (ESL), and Art. PART-TIME SECRETARY TO THE SUPERVISOR OF CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION APPOINTED Laurinda Hellwig was appointed as the Part-Time Secretary to Allison Larson, EASTERN s Supervisor of Career and Technical Education, effective February 12, Ms. Hellwig bring a great deal of administrative support experience to EASTERN, including past positions at Bucks County Community College in Newtown, Penn State University in Abington, and Physician Endoscopy in Jamison. PRACTICAL NURSING INSTRUCTOR APPOINTED Theresa Gerrity, MSN, RN, was appointed Practical Nursing Instructor effective July 1, She brings to EASTERN more than 26 years of experience as an RN, as well as supervisory, instructional, outreach and clinical experience in many healthcare areas. Most recently, she was the Director of Practical Nursing at Lincoln Technical Institute in Philadelphia. PRACTICAL NURSING PART-TIME COORDINATOR APPOINTED Darlene Barr, RN, BSN was appointed as Coordinator of Part-Time Practical Nursing Programs, effective March 22, Ms. Barr replaced Ruth Morgan. Ms. Barr has been a Clinical Instructor for EASTERN s Practical Nursing program since She also worked as the Nursing Skills Lab Coordinator at West Chester University, and as a Clinical Instructor for Harcum College. Eastern Center for Arts and Technology 15

18 JANUARY STUDENT OF THE MONTH - DANYELLE SANDERS 2015 Graduate - EASTERN PROGRAM: Culinary Arts Gary Albert and Joel Marucheck, Instructors Danyelle maintained excellent grades in her Culinary program at EASTERN, and was on the SkillsUSA Culinary Arts council for the school year. She volunteered her culinary skills and services at many EASTERN events such as Open House, the EASTERN Foundation Auction Fundraiser, Parents Night, and the Advisory Appreciation Brunch. Danyelle was selected by her instructors to attend the CTSO Leadership Conference in the Poconos in November She was part of the team that achieved first place for the Cheer competition and also part of the team that received third place for the Notebook competition. At EASTERN s Awards Night in May 2015, Danyelle received the Culinary Arts Alumni Scholarship and the EASTERN Foundation Award. EARNED EDUCATIONAL CREDENTIALS: EASTERN Certificate SCHOOL: Springfield High School FUTURE PLANS: Danyelle is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Baking & Pastry Arts and Food Service Management from Johnson & Wales University in Charlotte, NC. Ultimately, she would like to own her own bakery. RECOGNITION FOR SERVICE TO EASTERN ALLIED HEALTH INSTRUCTOR RETIRES On November 5, 2014, Linda Kalita, EASTERN s Allied Health Instructor, submitted her retirement effective June 30, Ms. Kalita has been a valued EASTERN Instructor since August CULINARY ARTS INSTRUCTOR RETIRES EASTERN s Culinary Arts Instructor, Joel Marucheck, announced his retirement effective June 18, EASTERN would like to thank Chef Marucheck for his dedication to student success for the past 11 years. PROTECTIVE SERVICES INSTRUCTOR RETIRES On November 4, 2014, Walter Kenney, EASTERN s Protective Services Instructor, submitted his request for retirement effective June 30, Mr. Kenney has been a valued EASTERN Instructor since August STUDENT SUCCESS COORDINATOR RETIRES Tess Eichenberger, EASTERN s Student Success Coordinator, retired effective March 6, Ms. Eichenberger has been a valued EASTERN staff member since September WELDING TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTOR RETIRES On November 12, 2014, Gary Devine, EASTERN s Welding Technology Instructor, submitted his request for retirement effective June 30, Mr. Devine has been a valued EASTERN Instructor since August PRACTICAL NURSING PART-TIME COORDINATOR RETIRES In February 2015, Ruth Morgan, Practical Nursing Part-Time Coordinator, submitted her request for retirement effective March 26, Ms. Morgan has been a valued member of the Practical Nursing staff since October All of us at EASTERN wish all of our retirees the best in all their future endeavors and appreciate all of their contributions to this school. Retirees from left to right: Joel Marucheck, Walt Kenney, Tess Eichenberger, Linda Kalita, and Ruth Morgan ADVISORY APPRECIATION BRUNCH EASTERN held an Advisory Appreciation Brunch at the school prior to Open House on Sunday, March 1, 2015, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., which included brunch/hors d'oeuvres prepared by the Culinary Arts program students. Approximately 105 members from business and educational advisory committees attended. Each advisory group was hosted by its program instructor, EASTERN administrator or Student Success Coordinator. Guests enjoyed various food stations throughout the building, as well as having the option to partake in a sit-down brunch in EASTERN s restaurant and bake shop. The event included a demonstration of Automotive Technology s new alignment machine presented by Lew Norman and Steve Aldinger from Hunter Engineering. Guests could also enter any classroom for a student-driven tour, or meet our SkillsUSA District Medalists to learn more about this outstanding student leadership organization, or view EASTERN s Occupational Advisory Committee recruitment video. 16 Eastern Center for Arts and Technology

19 Goal 5 Professional Development Provide staff development, training and support to improve teacher knowledge, understanding and improvement strategies for student performance on National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) exam, and development and support for EASTERN s staff in the use and development of web-based instructional management software. EDUCATOR EFFECTIVENESS Allison Larson, EASTERN s Supervisor of Career and Technical Education, discussed the significance of the Pennsylvania Department of Education-developed rating instrument for instructors, Educator Effectiveness. It is a classroom observation and practice model composed of: Planning and preparation, classroom environment, instruction, and professional responsibilities. Administration will provide a rating in each of the four domains for all teachers every year. MARKETING PLAN Amy Shields, EASTERN s Organizational Advancement Director, presented an overview of the Marketing Plan for the school year, including the development of program brochures for low-enrollment classes, and social media efforts to help spotlight outstanding students and graduates. Faculty and staff all play an important role in keeping EASTERN s image and culture one of professionalism and career planning. STUDENT LEARNING OBJECTIVES Joe Greb, EASTERN s Assistant Director discussed the Pennsylvania Department of Education process for the Student Learning Objectives (SLO) initiative. The results of the end of program assessment, the NOCTI exam, are deeply analyzed task by task. They are grouped into categories of 100% (advanced and/or proficient), 80% or greater, 50% or less than 50%. Test results by program are analyzed over a three-year period and areas of concern are prioritized. The SLO process is used to write a prescription for improvement and is being enacted by the instructors and overseen by administration. FEMA IS SCA CERTIFICATE TRAINING The Safety Committee instructed all faculty and staff members to a mandatory online course and assessment for the Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA) called Introduction to Incident Command System. This course and assessment is used to determine school readiness in emergency situations. NOCTI TASK ANALYSIS All instructors performed a data analysis of the student results from the recent NOCTI exams and developed a plan to continue improvement for the following year. 50TH ANNIVERSARY, DATA, AND RECRUITMENT COMMITTEES Members of EASTERN s administration team created committees to address three areas of review EASTERN s 50th Anniversary, Data, and Recruitment Activities. Tom Allen, EASTERN s Executive Director, was the head of the 50th Anniversary Team which worked on developing a logo and deciding upon special events to commemorate the milestone. Joe Greb, EASTERN s Assistant Director, was the head of the Data Committee, which reviewed the data collection procedures and categories and made recommendations to improve the data collection process. Carol Duell, EASTERN s Practical Nursing Coordinator, was the head of the Recruitment Committee, which reviewed all current recruitment activities and made suggestions for improvement. ALL HAZARDS PLAN Allison Larson, EASTERN s Career and Technical Education Supervisor, reviewed EASTERN s new All Hazards Plan and discussed the new information and procedures. Ms. Larson demonstrated how to use and reference the new All Hazards Plan chart in the event of an emergency. MAX TEACHING Throughout the school year, EASTERN continued teacher training in MAX Teaching literacy strategies using embedded coaching and bimonthly workshops. SKILLSUSA DISTRICT COMPETITION PREPARATION In preparation for the SkillsUSA District Competition to be held at EASTERN in February 2016, Joe Greb, EASTERN s Assistant Director, discussed initial preparation, planning, and competition design for the event. Faculty and staff all have important roles as judges and organizers in their event. JOINT OPERATING POLICY REVIEW Tom Allen, EASTERN s Executive Director, provided an overview of many pertinent Joint Operating Committee policies to all staff and faculty members. This included policies regarding tobacco products, weapons and alcohol on campus. Eastern Center for Arts and Technology 17

20 FEBRUARY STUDENT OF THE MONTH - MATTHEW CAVINDER 2015 Graduate - EASTERN PROGRAM: Protective Services Walt Kenney, Instructor EARNED EDUCATIONAL CREDENTIALS: EASTERN Certificate, Hazardous Materials Operations through Bucks County Community College; National Incident Management System 700a through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA); National Response Framework 800b through FEMA; and Incident Command Systems 100b through FEMA SCHOOL: Upper Dublin High School Protective Services provided Matthew with an overview of the police, fire, security and EMT fields. Through his program, he has obtained several industry certifications. He was the student representative for the Protective Services Occupational Advisory Committee during the school year. At EASTERN s Awards Night in May 2015, Matthew received the Willow Grove Lions Club Award. Outside of EASTERN, Matthew is involved with Christ s Lutheran Church and has participated in several mission trips, including a trip to assist Long Way Home, a non-profit organization, to build a vocational school in Guatemala; and to assist Youth Works, a youth ministry, to clean up parks, volunteer at retirement homes, and run a free daycare service in New York. He also attended a mission trip to Costa Rica to assist Pura Vida Missions, a service organization, in renovating a single mother s home. He is a volunteer fire fighter at the Fort Washington Fire Company. FUTURE PLANS: Matthew is currently studying criminal justice at Montgomery County Community College. He plans to enlist in the U.S. Navy and become a Master-at-Arms, the individual responsible for law enforcement and force protection. Ultimately, he would like to work for a local police department. Goal 6 Technology Investigate alternative systems to provide cost-effective reliability and service, and improve and refine financial status reports available to employees through technology. EASTERN s Technology Plan reflects the needs of EASTERN to provide its students and staff with current tools and technology to perform their responsibilities and effectively communicate with constituents and partners in a safe and secure manner. EASTERN s mission is to be a leader in technology and, as such, reviews and updates all technology throughout the school. Maintaining current technology, enhancing student learning opportunities, and providing information in timely, user-friendly ways is EASTERN s commitment and priority. Some of the ways EASTERN keeps technology available is through quality service agreements, the maintenance of a business continuation plan, technology skill inventories for all staff and ongoing technology skill training for all employees. EASTERN also focuses on the collection of information and use of that information in user-friendly ways in a data warehouse which captures, updates, and analyzes data on an ongoing basis. Participating schools benefit from our data collection because they can access the information with secure Internet connections to assist them in making more informed decisions. MAJOR TECHNOLOGY UPGRADES IN Website was redesigned using WordPress, and incorporates our Facebook and Twitter accounts as widgets on the home page. A web store was developed for Summer Fun and Cosmetology where Summer Fun programs can be registered for and purchased, and where students can purchase supplies for the Cosmetology program. Upgraded the VDI (Virtual Desktops) to allow any student to connect from any computer with web access to the student desktop. Migrated the Microsoft network and Active Directory to Microsoft Windows 2012R2 Migrated Business office system to cloud (EIC/EAC). Updated all locally hosted web servers so they are all using the same operation system and version. Upgraded Microsoft Office to Converted EASTERN s web security certificate to comply with the new regulation for signed certificates (SSL). 18 Eastern Center for Arts and Technology