Baer Memorial Swimming Pool in Lehighton will be the venue for the fourth annual Lehighton School and Community Educational/Safety Program on Friday, June 14 from 5:30-8:30 p.m.

The event was originally planned for Thursday, but was rescheduled due to rain in the forecast.This free evening of swimming, food and activities is sponsored by Lehighton Area School District Title One Department and Baer Memorial Swimming Pool."The goal of the evening is to continue bridging the gap between school and community by providing a free educational/safety awareness program," said Suzanne Howland, principal, East Penn Elementary and Franklin Elementary schools."Free hot dogs, snacks, and drinks will be provided to all who attend," she added.Members of Lehighton Area School Board and Lehighton Borough Council are scheduled to grill the hot dogs.This event is open to all Lehighton Area School District children and families. Students in grades kindergarten through eighth grade must be accompanied by an adult; otherwise, they will not be permitted to participate in the planned activities.Children and families will be able to swim for the evening, while parents are encouraged to circulate among the stations throughout the pool grounds. When parents have completed all stations, they will have the opportunity to win free raffle items which have been donated by local businesses and school organizations."In the past three years, 20-plus agencies have participated and helped to educate the community," said Howland.Stations have included early intervention services; occupational therapy services; preschool information; water safety/rescue; bike safety; sunscreen awareness; suicide prevention; nutrition; self-defense; and how to maintain academic levels in all children throughout the summer.This year, more than 30 participants are scheduled to provide information to the community.Among them are PennStar Helicopter, Hershey's Kiss Mobile, and Baltimore Life for child identification cards and fingerprinting. In addition, Title One staff will be providing fun math and reading activities for children.Music will be provided by "The Doctor" from Penn's Peak Radio.