Programs

Music, as well as other forms of art, is an important component of each child's education.  The district begins instrumental instruction in grade 4 and continues through grade 12.  Instruction is provided in both band and string instruments.

Educational programs are available in the Central Dauphin School District for students found to be exceptional according to the Pennsylvania State Department of Education guidelines.

Gifted Support

For exceptional students identified as mentally gifted as defined by the Pennsylvania State Department of Education.

Mentally Gifted - Outstanding intellectual and creative ability the development of which requires specially designed programs or support services, or both, not ordinarily provide din the regular education program.

Classroom teachers at all grade levels provide experiences and support services needed to enhance intellectual growth and development for the gift student.  In grades kindergarten through 12, teachers of the gifted student may provide enrichment-type activities on an itinerant basis or assist classroom teachers with program modifications.  Accelerated students meeting the criteria of their program of studies as outlined by the district will have the opportunity to take advanced placement courses as appropriate.

​​​​​​​Pupils meet with teachers and available community resource persons to work on contracted projects.  Areas of pupil interest pertinent to their educational advancement are selected and scheduled.  Teachers facilitate and monitor student progress.  All such study must be cleared through the building principal.  Specific guidelines must be followed.

​​​​​​​The secondary level library program is under the direction of a librarian in each school.  Library materials are selected for the use of pupils in connection with their school work.  Collections include books and magazines, as well as newspapers, pamphlets, occupational files and pictures.  Because the library rooms are used for reference work and for pleasure reading, silence is required of every pupil.  Pupils are admitted to the libraries during class periods by:  (1) Presenting an official printed library permit from the subject teacher and signed by the study hall teacher, or (2) A subject teacher may bring an entire class group.  Books may be borrowed or returned any time the libraries are open.

Elementary libraries include both fiction and nonfiction books.  Each class meets with one of the librarians for instruction in library activities and procedures.  In addition, each class is given time each week for book selection.

The National Honor Society creates enthusiasm for scholarship, stimulates a desire to render service, promotes worthy leadership, and encourages the development of character in pupils of the Central Dauphin and Central Dauphin East High Schools.

Candidates eligible for election to this Chapter must have at least an 89.5 average, and at least two (2) semesters in high school.  In addition, membership is based upon further evidences of service and leadership rendered to the school as well as good character traits displayed in the past.

The election of members is made by a teachers' council which includes principals and guidance counselors.  After induction into the organization, members are expected to maintain the minimum standards to continue affiliation in the National Honor Society.

The purpose of this society shall be to create an enthusiasm for superior scholarship; to develop loyal pupil citizenship; to stimulate a desire to serve faithfully one's school, community and country; to promote trustworthy leadership; and to instill exemplary qualities of character in the pupils of seventh and eighth grades.  Membership shall be based upon scholarship, school citizenship, serviced, leadership and character.

To be eligible for membership in junior high school, the pupil must have attended at least one (1) semester in the Central Dauphin School District schools.  All pupils in the seventh and eighth grades who have a scholarship average of 89 or better shall be eligible candidates.  Their further eligibility shall then be considered on their school citizenship, service, leadership and character.  Nomination of members in this society shall be by a teachers' council which includes principals and guidance counselors.  After induction into the organization, members are expected to maintain the minimum standards to continue affiliation in the National Honor Society.

Middle School - The purpose f the student council is to work toward the betterment of the school by improving cooperation between pupils, faculty and the principal.  The council makes suggestions to the principal on ways to improve the school.  They are also in charge of certain all-school activities such as dances, parties, hall patrol, etc.  All decisions of the council are subject to the final approval of the principal.

High School - The main purpose of the organization are as follows:

a.  To serve as liaison agency between the pupil and the administration.

b.  To receive suggestions from pupils for changes within the school.

c.  To promote an opportunity for participation in democratic processes.

d.  To share with the administration the responsibility of handling assemblies.

e.  To organize and promote the homecoming activities.

f.  To assist in organizing clubs, dances, concerts and other social activities during the school year.