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Eastern Center for Arts and Technology Newsletter
May 2013 |
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EASTERN Foundation
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The purpose of EASTERN's Foundation is to recognize EASTERN student achievement and success, assist them if post-secondary education is their goal, or help them start a rewarding career.
For more information about the EASTERN Foundation, please visit www2.eastech.org/home/eastern-foundation.
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Mission Statement
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.
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- Thomas Allen, Administrative Director
- Kevin Reilly,
Assistant Director
- Allison Larson,
CTE Supervisor
- Amy Shields, Editor
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 | Student Success - Christina Catherman; April Student of the Month |
 Christina Catherman is the April 2013 Student of the Month at Eastern Center for Arts and Technology (EASTERN) in Willow Grove. She is in EASTERN's Allied Health program and a senior at Upper Moreland High School. The Student of the Month Award is sponsored by EASTERN's faculty, Joint Committee and the Willow Grove Rotary Club to highlight student excellence, success and service. Ten students each year are selected for this honor.
At EASTERN, Christina maintains high grades in both her Allied Health program and her Medical Terminology dual enrollment course through Montgomery County Community College. She is actively involved in SkillsUSA, and recently competed in the SkillsUSA District Competition for the Health Knowledge Bowl.
Christina volunteers her time as a student ambassador for EASTERN at events such as Career Expo and Open House. At Upper Moreland High School, Christina is an honor roll student. Christina currently performs clerical work for Jeffrey Cooper, M.D., Otolaryngologist, at his Willow Grove office.
Through EASTERN's Allied Health program, Christina gains extensive clinical experiences, partnering with health professionals at Abington Memorial Hospital two days a week. Christina comes from a long line of successful EASTERN graduates and knew that it was the right place for her to get a head start on her chosen profession.
Christina plans to attend Montgomery County Community College for one year. She will complete 11 pre-requisite courses in order to attend Abington Memorial Hospital's Dixon School of Nursing, where she will pursue her bachelor's degree in Nursing.
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| | Alumnus Spotlight - Bryan Neuhauser
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 EASTERN 2011 Culinary Arts/ATG High School graduate, Bryan Neuhauser, is in his second year of his three-year bachelor's degree program at The Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College. After he obtains his bachelor's degree in Hotel Management, he plans to go into the food and beverage industry - a growing part of the hospitality industry today.
Through his education at Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College, he found the food and beverage industry to be the most interesting aspect of his culinary arts education.
Bryan chose the Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College due to the small class sizes, and the top-notch management professors. He recently returned from a program trip designed to show the students real world examples of leaders in the hospitality management industry. The trip included a visit to Florida and behind-the-scenes looks at Disney, Epcot, Grand Floridian, Swan and Dolphin, the Orlando Orange County Convention Center, Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Private Club, and the Hard Rock Café. Students also had the opportunity to eat at a 5 diamond restaurant - Victoria & Albert's. The group finished up the trip with a cruise to Nassau, Bahamas, where they toured the Sheraton and were provided a tour of the ship.
Because Bryan was a high energy high school student, Lower Moreland School District suggested that he visit the programs at EASTERN. After visiting several programs, he chose Culinary Arts. He enjoyed the hands-on atmosphere of the class, and found the instructors, Chef Gary Albert and Chef Joel Marucheck, to be very welcoming.
"I enjoy coming back to EASTERN whenever I can to help out. I will never forget where I came from," said Bryan. "If you are interested in a career program - visit EASTERN. Whether or not you choose to go to college, you will graduate high school with a skill that can help you throughout your life."
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| EASTERN Events - EASTERN Prepares for Annual Awards Night
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EASTERN's Awards Night will be held 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at Upper Moreland High School. Last year, 112 students were recognized for their achievements, with $39,650 awarded in the form of scholarships, tools of the trade, plaques, certificates and checks. Awards Night recognizes students who are on the honor roll, Students of the Month through the year, medal winners at SkillsUSA District and State Competitions, winners of special end-of-year awards, and those who have perfect attendance.
Student awards are provided by the EASTERN Foundation, and supported by businesses, various community organizations, and individual donors. The purpose of EASTERN's Foundation is to recognize EASTERN student achievement and success by assisting both students whose goal is post-secondary education and students who intend to start a rewarding career. Our business and industry partners inspired this effort and continue to support it extensively.
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Inside EASTERN -
EASTERN Students Win Big at SkillsUSA State Competition
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Twenty-six students from EASTERN competed in their skill areas or with their leadership proficiency at the SkillsUSA State Competitions held April 3, 4 and 5 at the Hershey Convention Center. Students from Pennsylvania took part in the competition. Gold medal winners will represent EASTERN at the national-level competitions to be held June 24-28 in Kansas City, Missouri. SkillsUSA is a national student leadership organization that encourages students to be productive individuals in our democratic society, work to their potential, become responsible, be proud of their accomplishments and supportive of their community. Medalists from EASTERN include:
Gold Medal Winners - Chapter Display - EASTERN Commercial Art students, Tatyana Leonova, a senior from Lower Moreland High School; and Alicia Dredge, a junior from Hatboro-Horsham High School; and EASTERN Collision Repair Technology student, Jonathon Mehrman, a junior at Upper Moreland High School. Culinary Arts - Lauren Bissig, EASTERN Culinary Arts student and Hatboro-Horsham High School junior. Promotional Bulletin Board - EASTERN Commercial Art students, Brian Behler, a senior at Upper Moreland High School; William Mettinger, a junior at Abington High School; and Cheyenne Jacobs, a senior at Cheltenham High School. Pennsylvania State Pin Design - Tara Laudenslager, EASTERN Commercial Art and Lower Moreland High School senior.
Silver Medal Winners - Employment Application Process - David Blair, EASTERN Computer Network Administration student and Wordsworth Academy senior. Internetworking - Amy Pertuset, EASTERN Computer Network Administration student and Upper Moreland High School senior. Pin Design - Allison Bittner, EASTERN Commercial Art student and Abington High School senior.
Bronze Medal Winner - Job Skill Demonstration - Matt Kohn, EASTERN Culinary Arts student and Abington High School junior.
State Wide Officer 2013-2014 - EASTERN Commercial Art student, Sarah Welch, a junior from Upper Moreland High School, has been selected as a new SkillsUSA Pennsylvania State Officer.
Two of the EASTERN students at the competition were delegates for Sarah Welch to assist her in her mission to become elected as State Officer. The student delegates included Miranda Cooper, EASTERN Allied Health student and Abington High School senior; and Kyle Mitchell, EASTERN Landscape Contracting student and Cheltenham High School junior.
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| Dates to Remember |
- May 8, 2013 - Joint Operating Committee Meeting - 7 p.m.
- May 23, 2013 - Practical Nursing Graduation at Brittany Pointe Estate - 7 p.m.
- May 27, 2013 - School Closed
- May 29, 2013 - Awards Night at Upper Moreland High School - 7 p.m.
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| Facts About Career and Technical Education |
According to a study by the National Center for Career and Technical Education, career and technical concentrators take more and higher level math than their general track counterparts.
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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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