Montgomery Elementary School

Located in Mercersburg, Pa., Mercersburg Academy is an independent, co-educational boarding school providing education to students in grades nine through 12. The school was established in 1836, and offers a wide variety of college preparatory courses in various subjects, including art, history, world religions, biology, English, history, science, and classical and modern languages. It offers a wide range of academic and nonacademic classes in the fine and performing arts, such as theater, dance, music, drawing, painting, sculpture and computer-based art. Additionally, it provides various athletic programs, physical education and various career counseling services. It also provides laboratories, art studios, computer facilities, Internet access, and a library and study areas. Under its outdoor education program it offers various confidence and leadership building activities, including climbing, kayaking, canoeing and backpacking. The facilities of the school include the Burgin Center for the Arts, Lenfest Library, Rutledge Hall, Ford Hall, Chapel, Irvine Hall, Health Center, North Cottage, Landis House and Traylor Hall.

Mercersburg Elementary School is a public educational facility located in Mercersburg, Pa. The school s curriculum emphasizes reading, math and writing skills. The school provides classes in science, music, art, history, geography, technology, and health and physical education. Additionally, it offers afternoon meals that include fruits, sandwiches and baked vegetables. Mercersburg Elementary School is a part of the Tuscarora School District, which also operates James Buchanan Middle School, Montgomery Elementary School, Mountain View Elementary School and Saint Thomas Elementary School.

James Buchanan Middle School, governed by the Tuscarora School District, serves students in grades six through eight. The Tuscarora School District operates various elementary, middle and high schools that serve students in kindergarten through grade 12. The school district s schools offer programs that assist students to become proficient in reading, composition, listening, speech, understanding, interpreting, analyzing and synthesizing information. Its schools curricula include math, science, technology and career education, and arts and humanities. The Tuscarora School District also offers a variety of special education services through its schools. Its school coordinates various sports activities, including basketball, baseball, cheerleading and cross-country.