Southern Lehigh Intermediate School

Southern Lehigh Intermediate School is now known as Joseph P. Liberati Intermediate School, and serves grades four through six. Located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, the school serves around 690 students with a 15:1 student–teacher ratio. Southern Lehigh Intermediate School is currently ranked #29 of all middle schools in Pennsylvania, and it has shown positive results in its academic performance district wide, with an 80% proficiency in reading, 63% proficiency in math, and nearly 94% proficiency in science, all significantly above state and average proficiency levels.

?The school was opened in 2009, and the school was named after former superintendent Joseph P. Liberati, who served as the district's superintendent for more than 30 years. Southern Lehigh Intermediate School is one of the best experiences for students in Bethlehem and offers a unique opportunity compared to best elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.

Southern Lehigh Intermediate School is currently ranked as the #29 middle school in Pennsylvania based on assessments of student achievement, graduation rates, and the effectiveness of schools in getting students to be successful in high school

Q1: What framework goes into the curriculum at Southern Lehigh Intermediate School?

A: The school implements Pennsylvania academic standards when offering a strong educational foundation in reading, math, science, and social studies, while also ensuring that the student learns in a holistic manner through positive student enrichment programs.

Q2: Are there STEM programs available at Southern Lehigh Intermediate School?

A: The learning of STEM takes place throughout the school through hands-on, problem-solving projects and experiences that students engage in while also developing creativity and collaborative thinking.

Q3: What are the opportunities for students at Southern Lehigh Intermediate School outside of school work?

A: The school has clubs, music, arts, and sports programs that provide students with opportunities to develop teamwork, leadership, and personal goals outside of classroom learning.

Q4: Is there care available for children before and after school at Southern Lehigh Intermediate School?

A: Yes, the extended care programs provide children a safe and fun opportunity to learn in supervised environments before and after school that helps working families.

Q5: What documents or information will families need to register their child into Southern Lehigh Intermediate School?

A: Families will need to provide a birth certificate, proof of residency, immunization records (may need to reach out to previous school), and previous school records if applicable.