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. 

Ashley Hoover is the February 2014 Student of the Month at Eastern Center for Arts and Technology (EASTERN) in Willow Grove. She is in EASTERN's Commercial Art program and a senior at Hatboro-Horsham 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, Ashley is maintaining a straight A average in her Commercial Art program for the second consecutive year. She is active in SkillsUSA as the School-Wide Secretary for the 2013 - 2014 school year. She was also part of the team who received first place at the SkillsUSA District Competition for Opening and Closing Ceremonies last February. She was selected by her EASTERN instructors to attend the Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) Leadership Conference in the Poconos in 2012 and 2013. Along with the Straight A Award, she was recognized for Perfect Attendance at EASTERN's Awards Night in May 2013. She often volunteers her time to use her photography skills for various EASTERN events such as Open House and the Advisory Appreciation Brunch. Last summer, she volunteered as a student teacher for EASTERN's Summer Fun program for middle school students.

At Hatboro-Horsham High School she has maintained her Honor Roll status since 2008. She is a member of Hatters, Inc., a group that works to foster relationships between individuals with disabilities and their typical peers in an effort to enhance their participation in the school and community. She is also a member of Hatboro-Horsham High School's Key Club. She is involved in the community as a Sunday School Teacher and Youth Group Member.

 "Ashley is an exceptional student with great drive and motivation," said Nicole Mohrey, EASTERN's Commercial Art Instructor. "She has a strong sense of volunteerism and is always willing to take the extra time to assist a classmate."

Ashley plans to further her education in the marketing field. She is currently narrowing down her post-secondary options. She feels as though the skills she gained through the Commercial Art program at EASTERN have prepared her for college and ultimately a successful career in the marketing field.