Safety Tips Keep Students Safe on Campus

College students head back to class this month. At some area schools, the first day of class is August 27, but students will have begun moving in before then.

Busing for Willow Lane Elementary Students Reinstated

Most Willow Lane Elementary School students will continue to be bused as they have been, at least for now, East Penn School District says.

Poll Results: Willow Lane is Not Too Far to Walk

Voters say the longest walk is acceptable.

Obituary: Michele Honochick, Salisbury Librarian

Salisbury High School Librarian Michele Honochick died June 25.

Take Our Poll: How Far is Too Far for Willow Lane Students to Walk?

Is 1.5 miles too far for elementary school students to walk?

East Penn Raises Taxes, Cuts Willow Lane Busing in 2012-2013 Budget

The average homeowner will pay $40.08 more next year in school taxes, according to the school district.

Swain School Graduates Class of 2012

Twenty-four eighth-graders graduated recently from The Swain School in Salisbury Township.

More Graduation Memories

With a class of more 500 students, there are so many happy moments to share.

Emmaus HS Class of 2012 'Restored Dignity' to Graduation

About 550 Emmaus High School seniors received their diplomas Sunday at Stabler Arena.

Former Emmaus H.S. Band Director Mourned

Robert Gross, who died Wednesday, was known as a great listener and approachable leader who was passionate about public education and Salisbury schools.

Emmaus High Competes in 10th Annual Freddys Tonight

Emmaus High School garnered 12 Freddy Award nominations for this year's production of "Guys & Dolls."

12 Freddy Nominations for EHS's 'Guys & Dolls'

Among the nominations announced by WFMZ Channel-69 was the big one: Outstanding Overall Production of a Musical.

EHS Journalism Students Cited for Excellence

Writers for "The Stinger" received a statewide award for a story on teen domestic violence.

Send Patch Your Pictures: More Prom Shots Rolling In

Lower Macungie Patch is always interested in your photos of the special things going on in your life.

Luck Was a Lady as "Guys and Dolls" Opens at EHS

Executive Director Jill Kuebler offers her seventh year of amazing talent as Emmaus High School's cast and crew perform 'Guys and Dolls.'

'Guys and Dolls' is a Hit!

It was one big hug around the neck.

Fourth-Graders Knit for a Cause

Alburtis Elementary students gave up recess and signed contracts agreeing to donate them.

Matthew Gutterman Earns Scouting's Highest Honor

For his Eagle project, he painted signs for the Arthritis Foundation’s annual walk.

Robert Bishop Earns Eagle Scout Status

He hiked 238 miles as part of his journey to capture Scouting's highest honor.

Dennis Sell III Earns Eagle

The Dieruff valedictorian is a freshman at the University of Pennsylvania.

Theodor Swanson Earns Eagle Honors

His Eagle project honors local firefighters in the Lower Macungie Fire Department.

Kevin Weber Earns Scouting's Highest Honor

He was one of six scouts to earn Boy Scouts’ highest award.

LCCC Announces Fall 2011 Dean's List

Students from Alburtis, Macungie and Wescosville are honored.

EHS Students Build an Education in Architecture

Scott Didra's Architecture students tackle the art of building a house.

East Penn Area Students Achieve Academic Honors

Local students have been named to Deans' Lists and awarded degrees.

Northampton Community College Releases Fall 2011 Dean's List

Students must earn grade point averages of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.

Swain Hosts Second Martin Luther King Jr. Day Tribute

Speakers at The Swain School's tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. included Dr. Saladin Ambar, of Lehigh University, and U.S. Rep. Charles Dent

State Theatre Announces Schools In Freddy Competition

Emmaus High School will participate with its production of "Guys and Dolls" in April.

Emmaus Grad Chosen as Newest Nazareth School Board Member

Michael Woodland attributes his success in life to the education he received.

Emmaus Wrestlers Meet Parkland

EHS falls to Parkland in a 40-24 varsity wrestling loss.

Today Is the Last Day to Nominate Your Decorated House

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to win $100,000 for East Penn Schools.

St. Ann Student Flies High

Kaitlyn Carl knows aviation is important to Pennsylvania.

2011 Student Horror Film Festival Winners Announced

The Emmaus Arts Commission Student Horror Film Festival Winners Announced.

EHS Senior Leads Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

She was among five musicians selected to represent Pennsylvania in Macy's own marching band.

East Penn School Board Candidates are Highly Educated

But money is the key issue.

Vespa Finds a Hidden Garden

Students here have impressed Vespa with their green thumbs. Do you know where he buzzed by?

Macungie Band Ensemble Performs

Eyer Middle School Spring Musical

Shoemaker Elementary School Vacation Dates

Hillside School Open House