Hello, I would like to introduce myself.  My name is Dr. Yanek, Principal of the Nazareth Area Intermediate School.  I have been in education for 36 years, principal for the last 26 years.  My educational experiences include urban, suburban, and rural settings; and all three levels of education, elementary, middle and high school.   These varied experiences have greatly aided my understanding and assisted me in handling all the issues that come with educating children in the 21st Century. 

As you navigate our web-site, we are confident that all your questions about our great school will be answered. If for some reason you cannot find the information you are seeking, please feel free to contact the school at 484-292-1111 so your questions can be answered. 

I, as well as the Intermediate’s staff, look forward to working with the Nazareth Community to make our school the best place to learn and work. We understand with change, growing pains will occur. It is our goal to reflect on the changes, understand the impact it has on our constituents, and if possible, modify actions for improvement. We are proud of what our students are accomplishing, and we hope you get a chance to participate in the “Intermediate Experience.”

My name is Dr. April Silimperi, and I am honored to serve NAIS as the Acting Dean of Students.  This is my 28th year in education and my 20th year with Nazareth Area School District.  

As the Dean of Students, I will work to create a school environment which exemplifies safety, respect, and academic excellence.  We are all privileged to come from different places, beliefs, cultures, and backgrounds…but, we have landed here in this wonderful school!  NAIS connects us and makes us a “school family.”  Together, under one roof, we will partner and guide our students to choose well, grow, and learn to their personal best.  

Some of my guiding philosophies include:

• Choosing Well makes a better world and a better life. 
• Mistakes do not define us, rather provide an opportunity to learn and grow.
• We are partners in education: student + family + school

I look forward to working together to make NAIS the best school possible!  Together, we are aNAISing!!