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Eastern Center for Arts and Technology Newsletter September 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 - EASTERN Culinary Arts Students Visit Pentagon Kitchen |
On August 7 and 8, 2013, six Eastern Center for Arts and Technology (EASTERN) Culinary Arts students had the rare opportunity to shadow Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer, Derrick Davenport, at the Pentagon, to learn how the Pentagon kitchens operate, and were welcomed into the home of Army General Martin E. Dempsey, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Chef Joel Marucheck, an EASTERN Culinary Arts Instructor, organized this trip for these outstanding Culinary Arts students who will be starting their senior year in the fall: Tia Barnhardt from Abington High School; Lauren Bissig from Hatboro-Horsham High School; Donovan Calhoun from Upper Dublin High School; William Currie from Abington High School; Elisabeth Petermichl from Abington High School, and Michael Roberts from Springfield High School. Senior Chief Davenport was named the Armed Forces Chef of the Year at the 38th Annual Military Culinary Arts Competitive Training Event last March.
Chef Marucheck contacted Chef Michael Harants from the U.S. Navy's "Adopt a Ship" program after reading an article about Senior Chief Davenport in Parade Magazine, entitled, "How Do You Feed an Army?" Chef Marucheck has been involved with the "Adopt a Ship" program for many years, and knew that Chef Harants could be a great resource in setting up a visit to the Pentagon. Chef Harants was able to provide Chef Marucheck with an introduction to Senior Chief Davenport, in which Chef Marucheck requested the visit to the Pentagon with his students. Senior Chief Davenport graciously accepted and provided this select group of EASTERN Culinary Arts students with the most exciting educational field trip imaginable. This visit marks the first time that Senior Chief Davenport has hosted a group of high school students in the Pentagon.
Chef Walter Staib, Chef/Proprietor of City Tavern in Philadelphia provided an autographed presentation copy of his landmark cookbook, "A Taste of History," which the EASTERN students presented to Senior Chief Davenport.
Top row from left to right: Chef Marucheck; Senior Chief Davenport; William Currie. Bottom row from left to right: Lauren Bissig; Michael Roberts; Donovan Calhoun; Elisabeth Petermichl; and Tia Barnhardt.
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| | Alumna Spotlight - Victoria Penecale
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 EASTERN 2010 Collision Repair Technology/Cheltenham High School graduate, Victoria Penecale, is currently working at a custom graphics shop in Philadelphia called Brands Imaging - specializing in vehicle wraps. Penecale graduated from Ohio Technical College's Auto Body and Refinishing program in February of 2012. Within that program, she successfully completed a custom paint and graphics course that led her to her current career choice.
When Penecale was in tenth grade, she became interested in television shows that transformed vehicles from junk to gems. It was at that time that she decided she wanted to be that person that brought new life to these vehicles and was determined to make it her career.
She received information regarding the programs at EASTERN through Cheltenham High School, and brochures in the mail from EASTERN which struck her interest, but it was her tenth grade visit to EASTERN that confirmed her interest in the Collision Repair Technology program. She struggled to focus in a traditional high school setting, and EASTERN allowed her to learn through hands-on instruction.
"If you are a hard worker with the willingness to learn, it will never become about gender," said Penecale. "At the time it will be challenging, but the rewards are worth the work you put into the program. It is important to stay confident that you can be just as good as, or even better than the rest of your class."
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| EASTERN Events - EASTERN Foundation to Hold Happy Hour/Meal Fundraiser at Jerzee's in Glenside
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The EASTERN Foundation will be holding a happy hour at Jerzee's Sports Bar and Pizzaria located at 2609 Mount Carmel Avenue in Glenside, PA 19038 on Thursday, October 3, 2013 from 5 - 8 p.m. Let your server know that you are with the EASTERN Foundation, and we will receive 15 percent of your total bill. Peter Suanlarm and Greg Shields of the local cover band, Mojo and the Helper Monkeys, (www.helpermonkeymusic.com) will be providing live musical entertainment.
If you cannot make it during the happy hour, you can go for lunch or pick up takeout that entire day -- just mention the EASTERN Foundation and we will receive credit.
The goal of the EASTERN Foundation is to raise money for awards and tools of the trade for our students to help them in college or to prepare for the workforce.
For more information about the Happy Hour/Meal Fundraiser, please contact Amy Shields at 215-784-4806 or ashields@eastech.org. For more information about Jerzee's, please visit http://jerzeesglenside.com/
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Inside EASTERN - Gearing up for the 2013-2014 School Year
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August 28 was the first day back for EASTERN's Instructors. These first few days before students come back on September 4 are filled with information sessions and training as we gear up for the exciting school year ahead.
Some changes of particular note for this year include:
- A new program! Office Management is now available to our particiating high school juniors and seniors. We welcome Erin Derby to the EASTERN team as our Office Management instructor. Ms. Derby can be reached at ederby@eastech.org.
- EASTERN welcomes our newly appointed Business Manager, Irene Dickinson. Ms. Dickinson can be reached idickinson@eastech.org.
- EASTERN welcomes the new Culinary Arts Instructional Aide, Hayley Granacher. Ms. Granacher can be reached at hgranacher@eastech.org.
- The former Landscape Contracting building will be rennovated during the 2013 - 2014 school year in order to welcome a new Animal Science program for the 2014 - 2015 school year.
We look forward to beginning a new school year with new staff members and new and returning students.
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| Dates to Remember |
- September 2, 2013 - School Closed for Holiday
- September 3, 2013 - Teacher In-Service - no class for students
- September 4, 2013 - First Day for Students
- September 5, 2013 - Student/Teacher Holiday
- September 6, 2013 - Teacher In-Service - no class for students
- September 11, 2013 - Joint Operating Committee Meeting, 8 p.m.
- September 18, 2013 - Parents Night, 7 p.m.
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| Facts About Career and Technical Education |
The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that middle-skill jobs (jobs that generally require some significant education and training beyond high school but less than a bachelor's degree) will account for about 45% of all job openings projected through 2014. |
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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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