Southern Lehigh Intermediate School was one of only three schools in the state to meet high benchmark criteria for Grade 6 proficiency and growth. The name was chosen from a field of more than 1,000 schools statewide. The results are based on the performance students have shown through testing and their progress toward established academic benchmarks. The result puts the school in the small group that meets both the achievement and growth standards statewide.

Q1. How is Southern Lehigh Intermediate School different from a middle school?

Ans. Southern Lehigh Intermediate School sits between elementary and middle school, so students begin changing classes but still get more guidance than in a full middle school.

Q2. How do students adjust to this setup at Southern Lehigh Intermediate School?

Ans. Students gradually learn to follow schedules, move between rooms, and manage simple homework before expectations increase in later grades.

Q3. What does homework look like at Southern Lehigh Intermediate School?

Ans. Homework comes from more than one subject, but teachers usually guide students on how to track and complete it step by step.

Q4. Are students introduced to lockers and class changes at Southern Lehigh Intermediate School?

Ans. Yes, students begin using lockers, moving between classes, and learning how to manage time between periods.

Q5. Who benefits most from this kind of school at Southern Lehigh Intermediate School?

Ans. Students who need a slower transition into middle school routines often find this setup easier to handle.