The district has World Wide Web Internet access and has begun distance learning initiatives. In addition to the school's athletic program are a wide variety of student activities. The secondary grades' athletic programs include intramural weightlifting, tennis, basketball, winter track, junior high girls' soccer and field hockey. Competitive high school sports programs are football, cross country, basketball, wrestling, track, baseball, field hockey and softball. Special education services are provided by the school district, the Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit, and a number of contracted providers.
Buses are modern and safe.
All bus drivers have received special training, clearances, and licensure. Pennsylvania certified school nurses and support staff assist with student needs. The district maintains Instructional Support Teams at the elementary grades and Student Assistance Teams at the secondary grades. In addition to the school's Instructional Support Teams, Student Assistance Teams, certified school counselors are available at each school to assist students and parents with school-related issues. In 1996, after nearly three years of citizen, school staff, and school board participation, Northern Lehigh School District adopted an ambitious Strategic Plan that sets its direction and goals for future years.