Open House at Eastern Center for Arts and Technology (EASTERN) in Willow Grove is Sunday, March 3, 2013 from 1 – 3:30 p.m. This is a great opportunity for parents of high school students in Eastern Montgomery County to see how EASTERN can give students a competitive edge in college or in a specialized career program. At the Open House, parents and students will learn how EASTERN students can earn college credits while still in high school through dual enrollment and articulation agreements, and enjoy learning in a hands-on setting. The Open House also offers an opportunity to hear from EASTERN instructors on the business environment that complements students’ high school academics. Guests will also learn about EASTERN’s Student Warranty. Many special activities in EASTERN’s career programs are scheduled, and visitors will have the opportunity to sample culinary delights prepared by EASTERN’s Culinary Arts students.
EASTERN’s half-day career programs for 11th and 12th grade students include: Allied Health; Automotive Technology; Collision Repair Technology; Commercial Art; Computer Network Administration; Construction Technology; Cosmetology; Culinary Arts; Electrical Technology; Electronics Engineering Technology; Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning; Office Management; Protective Services; and Welding Technology. During the Open House, EASTERN’s Protective Services program will be showcasing an Emergency Vehicles Display including two SWAT vehicles, a patrol car, and a bike unit from the Abington Police Department, and a fire truck courtesy of the Upper Moreland Fire Department.
College and military representatives have also been invited so parents and students can explore all options for the future.
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“The need for skilled workers continues to increase, and our goal is to provide America’s workforce with the best of the best,” said Thomas Allen, EASTERN’s Administrative Director. “Our Open House is a great opportunity to learn more about our programs for high school students and adults alike. We are a crucial stepping stone to college, a career – or both.”
EASTERN is located at 3075 Terwood Road in Willow Grove. Please contact Amy Shields at 215-784-4806 or ashields@eastech.org with any questions. Parking is available on campus or across Terwood Road at Upper Moreland High School with a shuttle bus from 1 p.m.
