Wondering what makes \u516b\u5c3e\u5e02\u7acb\u6842\u4e2d\u5b66\u6821 special? It is more than just classrooms and hallways. This public middle school has a unique history and strong community ties.
\u516b\u5c3e\u5e02\u7acb\u6842\u4e2d\u5b66\u6821 opened its doors on April 1, 1971. It was initially housed in temporary buildings. The school was created by separating part of the former Hachao Municipal Hachio Middle School district. \u516b\u5c3e\u5e02\u7acb\u6842\u4e2d\u5b66\u6821’s motto is “Autonomy, Responsibility, and Friendship.”
Before \u516b\u5c3e\u5e02\u7acb\u6842\u4e2d\u5b66\u6821, the Nishigori Junior High School stood in this area. It was merged with Hachio Middle School in 1953.
In 1972, \u516b\u5c3e\u5e02\u7acb\u6842\u4e2d\u5b66\u6821 got its own dedicated building. In 1985, part of the school district was reassigned to Hachio Municipal Kamishiba Junior High School. In 2016, the school buildings were rebuilt.
\u516b\u5c3e\u5e02\u7acb\u6842\u4e2d\u5b66\u6821 is located at 4-47 Katsuracho, Yao City, Osaka. The school’s code is C127210002960. The students come from the districts of Hachio Municipal Katsura Elementary School and Hachio Municipal Kitayama Elementary School.
The school has a blog that is updated monthly. It provides a glimpse into school life.
Getting to \u516b\u5c3e\u5e02\u7acb\u6842\u4e2d\u5b66\u6821 is straightforward. You can take the Kintetsu Osaka Line to Kawachi-Yamamoto Station. From there, a Kintetsu bus to Kitayamamoto bus stop will get you close. Another route is from Kintetsu Nara Line to Hanazono Station. A Kintetsu bus to Kitayamamoto bus stop also works. Alternatively, take the Kintetsu Osaka Line to Kintetsu Yao Station. Then, a Kintetsu bus to Nishigoriminamiguchi bus stop is an option. Finally, the Kintetsu Nara Line to Wakae-Iwata Station connects to a Kintetsu bus to Nishigoriminamiguchi.
\u516b\u5c3e\u5e02\u7acb\u6842\u4e2d\u5b66\u6821 celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2021. Various renovations were completed in early 2022. These included LED lighting in the gym and updates to the second gym. The pool and tennis court were also improved.
The school’s phone number is 072-998-7266. The school’s email address is katsutyu@sch.city.yao.osaka.jp.
\u516b\u5c3e\u5e02\u7acb\u6842\u4e2d\u5b66\u6821 stands as a testament to community and education. It adapted to changing times. The school continues to serve its students.