Please check the Calendar Page for dates of the Field Trips.
Please take a moment to check out these upcoming events at the Wyoming Branch of the Public Library. You can contact the Library for more information: Call 570-693-1364 or on the web at http://www.wyomingfreelibrary.org/
National Library Week April 9th to the 14th (Click for More Info)
April 9th: Meet Author Ceclia Galante (Click for More Info)
The Pittston Head Start Center will hold open recruitment for Head Start and Pre-K Counts on Tuesday, March 6th from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM and Wednesday, March 7th from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Location is St. Rocco's School, Tompkins and Oaks Streets in Pittston, PA. Call 570-654-7085 for more information.
Parent to Parent of PA is starting a support group for parents, guardians, and/or caregivers of children with Learning/Developmental Disabilities (Click for Information)
Thank You for visiting the JFK and Tenth Street Elementary Website!
I would like to welcome you to 10th Street and JFK Elementary Schools for the 2011-2012 school year. I look forward to another exciting and productive year. We enjoyed many great successes last year and I hope to continue those again this year.
As we kick of the new year there are a few changes I would like to keep you informed about. First, the arrival for elementary students has been pushed back to 8:35 am. This additional time will permit teachers to participate in valuable professional development sessions. It also assures that there is staff on duty to supervise students as they arrive.
Another change that your children will speak about is the introduction of a new discipline philosophy called School Wide Positive Behavior Support. This philosophy focuses on reinforcement of appropriate behaviors versus punishment. Students will earn Warrior Tickets and Tokens which they will be able to exchange for items from our school store at each building.
A final change effects the students in Sixth Grade at 10th Street. In order to assist with the transition to the Secondary Center, we have introduced a schedule that is more aligned to a middle school. Students will travel in groups to other teachers throughout the day to receive their Math, Social Studies, and Science classes. There will also be a shift in how the students attend Related Arts. Those classes will work on a seven day rotation. Students will be Related Arts for five days and stay in their homerooms on the other two days to focus on Writing instruction.
Please check out the FAQ section of the website to answer any basic questions you may have general policies and practices. As always if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact either via email (click the mail box in the upper right corner) or via phone.
Sincerely,
Jon Pollard
Principal
Mission Statement
The mission of the Wyoming Area School District is to provide educational programs and services which meet the needs of all the youth of the district. These programs and services shall be equitable and accessible so that all students may grow to their full potential and become responsible citizens. In this mission, we shall forge new partnerships with parents, community, groups, businesses, industries, and higher education, so as to enhance the quality of life for students and members of the community.
Vision
Wyoming Area Graduates will be prepared for life after high school having benefited from our educational system committed to fostering life long learning.
Shared Values
The Wyoming Area School District core beliefs are:
All educators should...
- teach all students to learn
- strive to make the classroom exciting
- be willing to change strategies
- stay current in field of expertise
All students are...
- entitled to the best education possible
- in need of support from the family
- a responsible partner in their own education
- expected to come to school prepared
The main purpose of school is to...
- prepare students to be successful adults
- prepare students to adapt to changes
- provide a safe, nurturing environment
- meet the individual needs of each student
These beliefs were developed through a survey completed by the Wyoming Area School District and community.