HOWARD GARDNER MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCE CS

Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence CS is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence CS school district, located in Scranton, PA with about 258 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 20 teachers, Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence CS has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence Charter School (HGCS), located in Scranton, Pennsylvania, is a unique educational institution founded on the pedagogical framework of Dr. Howard Gardner’s "Theory of Multiple Intelligences." Unlike traditional schools that focus primarily on linguistic and logical-mathematical skills, HGCS creates a learning environment that identifies and nurtures a broader spectrum of human potential, including musical, kinesthetic, interpersonal, intrapersonal, visual-spatial, and naturalistic intelligences. The school is committed to providing a holistic educational experience that allows students to discover their individual strengths and develop a deeper sense of self-awareness.

The school serves students in grades K-8 and emphasizes an integrated, project-based curriculum that encourages critical thinking, creativity, and community engagement. By viewing each student as uniquely gifted, the faculty at HGCS utilizes diverse instructional methods to ensure that lessons are accessible and engaging for various learning styles. This approach fosters a supportive, student-centered culture where academic rigor is balanced with the development of social-emotional skills, preparing students not only for high school success but for lifelong learning and active participation in their community.

For more information, contact Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence CS at (570) 941-4100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.