Educate every child, to a very high level, in every classroom, every day. CORE BELIEFS Deep understanding and critical thinking are skills developed through deliberately planned instruction around innovative, learner‐focused tasks.
Kindergarten –Grade 6 Learner‐focused instruction towards a deep understanding of essential skills, is more important than quantity, breadth, and pace.
To showcase the great educational activities occurring throughout our schools, the district regularly provides stories to the local newspapers for publication. These same stories are emailed to district students and families. In case you did not see the information, the full list of stories is below. District Newsletters History on […]
2017-2018 Kindergarten Registration May 2-4, 2017, by appointment only. Please call 570-323-3694 for an appointment. SWASD policy states a child is eligible for admission to kindergarten if s/he is not less than five (5) years and no months old before the first day of the school term. To begin Kindergarten […]
Following your child’s progress has never been easier. Sign up to view your child’s grade from your home computer. Just call for an appointment to pick up your username and password.
During the summer don’t forget to get your supplies for next year. Math: Scientific calculator, solar powered preferred, (est. $10-$15), Texas Instruments Model TI-30 series calculators also works well. Math/Reading/Science: Each of these classes needs a 3-ring binder (1″ wide with hardcover) to be used for one subject only.English: 3-ring binder […]
Sport passes are now available for purchase at the high school. These passes are only good for South Home regular games only. Adults are $40.00 Students are $20.00. Senior citizen passes are free with proof of identification.