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Eastern Center for Arts and Technology Newsletter
August 2012 |
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EASTERN's Foundation exists to encourage students in their pursuit of career ambitions that were developed and strengthened by attending EASTERN. The Foundation rewards student success and achievement through scholarships and awards. Please visit www.eastech.org/home/eastern-foundation/
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Mission Statement
The mission of Eastern Center for Arts and Technology, 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.
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 | Student Success - EASTERN Students All Earn Top 10 Honors at SkillsUSA National Competition |
Six students from Eastern Center for Arts and Technology (EASTERN) in Willow Grove competed in their skill areas or with their leadership proficiency at the SkillsUSA National Competitions held June 23 - 28 in Kansas City, Missouri. All EASTERN student participants placed in the top 10. National Competition Winners from EASTERN include:
Third-Place for Pin Design - Allison Bittner, EASTERN Commercial Art student and Abington High School junior. In 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. 
Fifth-Place for Chapter Display - EASTERN Commercial Art students, Kristen Fitzpatrick, a senior from Hatboro-Horsham High School; Tatyana Leonova, a junior from Lower Moreland High School; and EASTERN Electrical Technology student, Angelo Patiri, a senior at Upper Moreland High School. A panel of judges selects the outstanding promotional exhibit designed and constructed by SkillsUSA student members.
Sixth-Place for Job Interview - Michael Gabage, EASTERN Computer Network Administration student and Jenkintown High School senior. This competition is divided into three phases - completion of employment applications, preliminary interviews with receptionist, and, in-depth interviews.
Ninth-Place for Internetworking - Benjamin Welch, EASTERN Computer Network Administration student and a senior at Upper Dublin High School. This competition consists of three main parts - networking design, general networking knowledge and hands-on evaluations.
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| Alumnus Spotlight - Jim Bishop
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EASTERN 2009 Computer Network Administration/Hatboro-Horsham High School graduate, Jim Bishop, is Upper Moreland School District's Network Administrator. He turned his interest in computers into a successful career in the networking field, while gaining a head start at EASTERN.
Bishop was only interested in computers on a hobby-level while growing up. While in tenth grade, Bishop became interested in the programs offered at EASTERN. Of the 14 programs offered, Computer Network Administration and Electronics Engineering Technology interested him the most. After a visit to EASTERN, he felt as though Computer Networking Administration would be the best fit. Bishop was so successful in the Computer Network Administration program that by the end of his first year at EASTERN, he was hired as a paid intern for EASTERN's Technology Management Systems Department.
After high school graduation, Bishop completed his Associate Degree in Computer Networking at Montgomery County Community College (MCCC). MCCC's Network Administration Concentration of the Networking AAS program prepares graduates with knowledge and skills in networking, computer support, and data communications. Bishop entered MCCC with 12 credits earned through his Computer Network Administration program at EASTERN. Bishop plans to pursue his Bachelor Degree in Business at Temple University.
After his internship at EASTERN ended in 2011, he saw a job posting for the Upper Moreland School District Network Administrator position. During his second interview for the position he was asked to respond to potential network problems explaining how he would approach the issues in each scenario. He was hired by EASTERN alumnus, Ian Carder, Upper Moreland School District's IT Coordinator. Bishop is responsible for the network and server maintenance for all of Upper Moreland School District. He works with all administrators and staff on a daily basis.
"I do not know where I would be without the education I received at EASTERN - but I do know that I would not be as happy as I am," said Bishop. "Computer Network Administration is not an easy class, but if you work hard, the field can take you far. Or if you are like me - it can take you right across the street from EASTERN."
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| Upcoming Events at EASTERN - The EASTERN Foundation Auction Needs Your Help!
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On Friday, November 9, 2012, the EASTERN Foundation will hold its fifth annual scholarship fundraising event from 6:00 to 8:30 pm. The Scholarship Fund benefits high school and Practical Nursing students at EASTERN.
The purpose of EASTERN's Foundation is to recognize EASTERN student achievement and success, by assisting students whose goal is post-secondary education or students who intend to start a rewarding career after high school.
You can help by:
1) donating a valued service or item that will be bid on at the event. Donor names will appear in the auction program and will be posted at the event.
2) purchasing a ticket - Tickets are $30 per person or $50 per couple.
3) purchasing advertisement space within our program. If you would like to purchase space, a business card advertisement costs $45, a half-page advertisement costs $80 and a full page is $150. The deadline for submissions is August 31, 2012.
4) a monetary donation. You can send a check made payable to "EASTERN Foundation" to EASTERN at 3075 Terwood Road, Willow Grove, PA 19090. The Foundation is an IRS approved organization.
Contact the EASTERN Foundation at 215-784-4806 or Foundation@eastech.org with any questions or to purchase tickets. For more information, visit the Foundation website at www.eastech.org/home/eastern-foundation.
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Inside EASTERN - EASTERN Cosmetology Students Make a Commitment to an Exciting Career
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EASTERN Cosmetology students are finishing up their summer hours. In order to become a licensed Cosmetologist students need to complete 1,250 hours of class time. Since this exceeds the time allotted in the two-year Cosmetology program offered at EASTERN, students attend classes for six weeks during the summer of both their junior and senior years of high school. EASTERN's Cosmetology program provides the skills necessary to begin a career in the cosmetology field. In Pennsylvania, as well as other states, cosmetologists and nail technicians must be licensed to practice in the field.
Students attending EASTERN's Cosmetology program save time and money by completing a nail technician and/or cosmetology program while still in high school. This provides the student a substantial savings as the cost of a private beauty school after high school averages from approximately $2,000 to $12,500.
"Our students are dedicated to pursuing their career goals," said Wendy Leyden, EASTERN's Cosmetology Instructor. "They take this time commitment seriously and work hard throughout the summer in order to achieve the hours necessary to take the Pennsylvania State Boards for Cosmetology. I am proud of their efforts and enthusiasm for the field."
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| Dates to Remember |
- Summer Cosmetology Clinic Hours (first come, first serve):
- August 2, 2012 - 8 to 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- September 6, 2012 - First Day of School for Students
- September 19, 2012 - Parents Night - 7 p.m.
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| Facts About Career and Technical Education |
According to the Southern Regional Education Board, "students who complete a rigorous academic core coupled with a career concentration have test scores that equal or exceed "college prep" students. These dual-concentrators are more likely to pursue post-secondary education, have a higher grade point average in college and are less likely to drop out in the first year."
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All activities, services, education programs and employment practices at Eastern Center for Arts and Technology are nondiscriminatory as required by Title VI, Title IX and Section 504 of federal law. If there are restrictions, they are based on one's ability and aptitude, not on one's sex, race, color, national origin or disability. Additionally, students and employees with disabilities may qualify for special services or instruction and equipment modifications. Students with limited English language skills will not be denied participation in any activity or program. Complaints or concerns about discriminatory treatment and racial or sexual harassment should be directed to EASTERN's Equity Coordinators at 3075 Terwood Road, Willow Grove, PA (215) 784-4800.
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