High School
The Northampton Area High School is located in the Borough of Northampton. Enrollment is approximately 1,800 students for 9th through 12th grades. The average graduating class is 430 students.
The High School offers programs of studies in Advanced Placement, Honors, College Preparatory, Applied Academics and Vocational/Technical studies through the Bethlehem Area Vocational-Technical School. Co-curricular activities round out academics and include Athletics, Band, Chorus, Drama, Peer Helpers, Scholastic Scrimmage and Student Council.
A new mandatory 9th grade course has been developed entitled Peer Relations, based on the award-winning Peer Helper course, that now incorporates the Olweus anti-bullying program, stress strategies, social values and skills and diversity. This course will aid the transition of students into the high school by introducing them to resources available within the school and community. At-risk, alternative education, Student Assistance Program (SAP), and counseling services are provided at the secondary level.
The graduation rate for 2008-2009 was 99%. Approximately 83% of Northampton graduates attend post-secondary institutions.
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