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Tunkhannock Area Middle School
200 Franklin Avenue, Tunkhannock, PA 18657
570-836-8295

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The Tunkhannock Middle School is a new modern building that opened September 1999. This new building is wired with the latest technology to give all the students the best opportunities to begin the new century. The building houses two modern computer labs, a computerized tech ed program, a greenhouse and computers in every classroom.

THE MIDDLE SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY

There are a number of reasons why the Tunkhannock Area School District chose the middle school concept. One of the most important is that pre and early adolescent youths need a school and program of their own. In the past, during the middle years of a child's education, many of their needs were not met. Our children today mature physically and intellectually at an earlier age. In today's knowledge explosion, the fifth and sixth grade students study and master material their parents learned in the later years of senior high school. By this age, the children have learned the basic skills of communication and have explored the world around them. They are ready for a different kind of atmosphere and a more diversified program than an elementary school. Yet this child is not ready for a high school or a Junior version of one, which often pressures the student too hard and leads to premature sophistication by forcing them to conform to the interest of much older children. They are ready for a school program that is designed around their age group.

GENERAL EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES OF THE MIDDLE SCHOOL

To instill in all students a love and respect for their country. All students should not only be aware of their rights as a citizen, but also be aware of their responsibilities as a citizen.

To provide all students with strong fundamental knowledge so they may continue their educational growth.

To attempt to instill in all youngsters a desire to learn for the sake of learning.

To provide a program that will successfully accomplish the transition from a self-contained elementary school to a highly departmentalized high school.

To establish a child-centered school to prepare youngsters to operate in a complex society as a worthy member.

To provide the students with an opportunity to develop self- reliance, independence, and responsibility to their highest individual potential.

The Tunkhannock Middle School offers many opportunities for the students. The school offers an experienced skilled staff, music opportunities, instructional programs, special programs and a guidance department .