EAST stands for Education Accelerated by Service and Technology. EAST is a program where students solve problems and/or make improvements in their school and community using a wide variety of new innovative technology alongside community partners.
In EAST, "We inspire change. We transform schools and communities by empowering people with technology, by encouraging critical thinking and creative problem-solving, and by engaging them in positive, real-world experiences. We advocate lifelong learning and community service. Through EAST, participants become positive agents of change to improve the world around them." www.eastinitiative.org
EAST at International Studies Magnet was born in 2021. It is a brand new program to the Jonesboro School District and is one of two elementary programs in the Jonesboro School District. We are excited to be a part of the Jonesboro Public School EAST programs: Leadership Magnet School, Annie Camp Junior High, MacArthur Junior High, and Jonesboro High School. It is so awesome to have some students that can start EAST in elementary school and continue it all the way to the high school level!