Welcome to Wingate Elementary School.

I am thrilled that you are taking the time to visit our web site. You will see that we have many exciting opportunities to offer the students attending our school.

Academically, Wingate Elementary has an excellent reputation in the areas of reading, writing, math, science and social studies. Wingate students consistently score above the state benchmark on the Pennsylvania State Assessment test. Our staff prides itself on the students' success and continues to move forward through thoughtful planning and maintenance of effective curriculum, creation of new programs, and powerful partnerships with both parents and community members.

All of us at Wingate Elementary would like to make your child's educational experience both wonderful and successful. Your active support and cooperation, combined with our best professional efforts, will enhance the academic and enrichment activities we have for all our students. The staff at Wingate Elementary is recognized for its talent and dedication and I am delighted to work with such a superb group of professionals. I invite each of you to become involved in your child's education by joining the PTA, and participating in events and activities that occur throughout the year. The home-school partnership is strengthened by your involvement and we look forward to working with you.

Please feel free to stop in and introduce yourself to me, if I do not already know you. If you have any concerns, please do not hesitate to share them with me. I am looking forward to working with you on behalf of your child. Most of all, please remember that here at Wingate we "Teach for Success".

Sincerely,

James E. Orichosky
Principal