University Of Scranton Campus

134 School St., Scranton, PA, 18508-0185 - View a map of this schoolMap

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Howard Gardner School for Discovery embraces a philosophy that addresses the needs of the whole child as well as practicing current, research-based education with an emphasis on Multiple Intelligences (MI) theory. MI theory is a way of explaining how children learn. It also emphasizes the diverse abilities of children and the need to assess learning using multi-dimensional evaluations. This approach focuses on the individual learner, emphasizing inner discipline and control across age levels, and encouraging students to become independent, self-directed learners. We strive to maintain the principles of democracy and respect for others and ourselves in all aspects of the educational climate. Additionally, the philosophy of HGSD is based on the concept of teamwork and partnership, where staff members, parents and students join together in an effort to recognize that every person has unique talents or productive skills to offer. Together we strive to make the school a safe place where the sharing of those ideas and talents contribute to produce the best education possible....

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School Overview:

 
University Of Scranton Campus
School Type Alternative School
School Membership(s) National Association of Bilingual Education
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 8
County Lackawanna County, PA
Student Body
Total Students 125 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School
(PA) School Avg.
% Students of Color 11% 16%
Students by Grade
Pre-K - 26 students
Kind - 21 students
Grade 1 - 13 students
Grade 2 - 16 students
Grade 3 - 9 students
Grade 4 - 8 students
Grade 5 - 9 students
Grade 6 - 8 students
Grade 7 - 3 students
Grade 8 - 12 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 9 teachers
This School
(PA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:13 * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 180 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 6 hours 6 hours

School Notes:

  • Howard Gardner School for Discovery embraces a philosophy that addresses the needs of the whole child as well as practicing current, research-based education with an emphasis on Multiple Intelligences (MI) theory. MI theory is a way of explaining how children learn. It also emphasizes the diverse abilities of children and the need to assess learning using multi-dimensional evaluations. This approach focuses on the individual learner, emphasizing inner discipline and control across age levels, and encouraging students to become independent, self-directed learners. We strive to maintain the principles of democracy and respect for others and ourselves in all aspects of the educational climate. Additionally, the philosophy of HGSD is based on the concept of teamwork and partnership, where staff members, parents and students join together in an effort to recognize that every person has unique talents or productive skills to offer. Together we strive to make the school a safe place where the sharing of those ideas and talents contribute to produce the best education possible.
  • Profile last updated: 01/23/2007

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About This Zipcode (18508)
School Zip (18508)
(PA) State Average
Population (Approximate) 11,573 people 12,280,267 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 16% 22%
Population Average Age 38 years old 37 years old
Average Household size 2.4 persons 2.4 persons
Median Household Income $28,673 $43,232
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 5.8 rooms 5.9 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 70 years old 51 years old
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Zipcode (18508)


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% Owning / % Renting 56% / 44% 68% / 32%

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