Pennsylvania Association for Gifted Education


PAGE of Blue Mountain
c/o Blue Mountain School District
685 Red Dale Road
Orwigsburg, PA 17961

About PAGE

The Pennsylvania Association for Gifted Education (PAGE) is a non-profit organization that advocates for gifted students, their teachers, and their parents throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. PAGE works with national and state organizations to provide resources through a web site (www.penngifted.org). PAGE offers email discussions via the web site, webinars, as well as a phone helpline. But that’s not all. The organization hosts state conferences, works for legislative initiatives, sponsors an awards program and keeps members informed with quarterly newsletters.

Local Chapter Established

We are proud to announce our local affiliate chapter PAGE of Blue Mountain. This new organization, established in 2005, provides a forum to network and share information within our school district and community. Participation has been strong with parents, teachers, administrators and students coming together to explore the academic, social and emotional needs of children.


Mission Statement

PAGE of Blue Mountain serves to promote a positive environment allowing gifted students to reach their highest potential, and it acts as a resource for families and educators of these students, thereby raising the level of educational excellence of the Blue Mountain School district community.

Activities and programs promoting this mission statement include:

  • Promoting free discussion among the members of PAGE of BM
  • Endorsing programs within the schools that enhance gifted education
  • Disseminating information to educators and parents of gifted students to help with the GIEP process
  • Inviting speakers to help educate our gifted community
  • Raising awareness for the recognition and acceptance of gifted students in the BMSD
  • Sponsoring programs in conjunction with other organizations that enhance the education of the gifted.

    Membership

    Membership to PAGE is open to any individual interested in the organization – parent, student, teacher, administrator or friend. We encourage local membership using the form here or by signing up at a meeting. Stay informed of meetings and special events by joining our local email distribution list (send your email address to BM_PAGE@bmsd.org).

    Become a member today. Download the application and return the form to your child's school. Membership Registration Form

    Officers of PAGE of Blue Mountain

    President
    Dr. Jeanne Elberfeld    		 Vice President
    Mary ellen Maher-Harkins    		 Secretary
    Mary Jo Moss
    		 Treasurer
    Mary Miller, Esquire
    Program Speaker Chair
    Micky Singh
    		 Membership Chair
    Jennifer Gensemer
    		 Publicity Chair
    Mary Ellen Maher-Harkins    		 Higher Education Liaison
    Dr. Darcy Medica

    Meetings

    Meetings are held as noted on the school calendar and per the schedule below. Meetings are open to all -- membership is not required. Watch for our Guest Speakers! They contribute much to our discussions and cover topics pertinent to raising and educating children.

    2007-08 PAGE of Blue Mountain Meetings at 7pm(except as noted):
     
                                             October 9, 2007 BMMS    Guest Speaker:  Todd McIntyre
                                             March 11, 2008 BMMS     Guest Speaker:  TBA 
     
  • Agenda Items
    Administration and Contacts for Blue Mountain School District Gifted Education

    Central Office 366-0515
    Dr. Joyce Romberger -- Superintendent
    Frank Musitano -- Director of Special Education
    Mary Jane MacLaughlin -- Secretary, Special Education



    		High School 366-0511
    James R. Ketner -- Principal
    Kevin Berger --Assistant Principal
    Steve Zimmerman -- Gifted Coordinator
    Tammy Freiler -- Guidance Counselor
    Cheryl Pishock – Guidance Counselor
    Burt Werdt –Guidance Counselor

    Middle School 366-0546
    James McGonigle -- Principal
    David Zula -- Assistant Principal
    Jill Kerstetter -- Gifted Coordinator
    Michelle Guers -- Guidance Counselor
    Debra Frain – Guidance Counselor

    Elementary East 366-1065
    Jeffrey Zweibel -- Principal
    Jared Gerace -- Assistant Principal
    Jason Marakovits -- Gifted Teacher
    Cynthia Murray -- Guidance Counselor

    Elementary West 739-4461
    Heath Renninger -- Principal
    Jason Marakovits -- Gifted Teacher
    Stephen Freeman -- Guidance Counselor
    		 Elementary Cressona 385-5580
    Pat LaPlaca-- Principal
    Jason Marakovits -- Gifted Teacher
    Stephen Freeman -- Guidance Counselor