EASD will be attending the annual Millersville University Teacher Recruitment Day on Tuesday! We’re excited to connect with future educators and share opportunities to make a difference in our schools. Stop by and meet our HR team. We look forward to seeing you there!
During Senator Malone’s visit to EASD today, he experienced firsthand the dynamic learning taking place across our schools. At EHS, he observed an Honors U.S. History Socratic Seminar, engaged in thoughtful discussion with prospective educators in our Honors Foundations of Teaching class, and learned how students are developing real-world skills through Mounts Tech Support—including earning drone certifications. The visit concluded at Clay Elementary School, where he saw the Coding Contest in action and celebrated our students’ innovation and problem-solving skills.
Kindergarten students are exploring life long ago and how it has changed over time. They studied historic artwork like The Crossing of the Delaware and recreated the scene with a classroom “tableau.” Students also learned the song You’re a Grand Old Flag while discovering important flag rules, including never to let it touch the ground and folding it properly with the stars on top. A special thank you to Mrs. McEllhenney for demonstrating how to respectfully lower and fold the outdoor school flag!
The PIAA State Wrestling Championships kick off today at the Giant Center, and we’re wishing Brody Musser and Dustin Hoover THE BEST as they hit the mats to compete against the top wrestlers in Pennsylvania. They’ve put in the work to earn their spot on this stage, now it’s time to shine! GO MOUNTS!
Join us tomorrow night to celebrate the amazing work of many talented Mountaineers who will have their work on display.
A group of EHS students had an amazing day at the annual Fulton Theatre technical workshop, ArtsTech! They joined students from across the region to tour and explore a wide range of careers in technical theatre. It was an incredibly informative and fun experience for everyone involved! We’re so grateful to the theatre’s education team, presenters, designers, crew members, and generous sponsors for sharing their time and expertise to inspire the next generation of theatre professionals!
The annual student vs. staff Bocce Bowl took place yesterday. This tradition is a favorite for all who are involved! Great job, Mountaineers!
Our Mountaineers had a strong showing at the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science Fair over the weekend! The following first place winners are now moving on to the state level of competition at Penn State University in May:
Claire Altemos
Kaelyn Bronson
Emily Comerford
Anthony Froggatt
Kiera Navarich
Tetyana Nebelyuk
Anna Weidman
Zoe Keller
GO MOUNTS!
Claire Altemos
Kaelyn Bronson
Emily Comerford
Anthony Froggatt
Kiera Navarich
Tetyana Nebelyuk
Anna Weidman
Zoe Keller
GO MOUNTS!
School Board Directors learned about Mystery Science from many bright kindergartners! Well done!
Resolutions Galore! From athletics and academics to FFA and Be The E, students, staff and parents were recognized tonight for many impressive achievements. Congrats, Mountaineers!
Did you know this week marks the 100th day of school! Our kindergarteners are celebrating in many innovative and creative ways!
Middle School Mountaineers in the Spotlight! These talented students represented EASD beautifully at the LLMEA Middle School County Orchestra Festival, recently hosted at Palmyra Area Middle School. They were selected to perform based upon their dedication, musicianship, and character they embody. Well done, Mountaineers!
Mountaineers spreading the love... Today, Akron second-graders visited with Maple Farm residents to read stories and decorate cookies. A great time was had by all!💜💛
Kindergarten registration is open for the 2026-2027 school year! Visit www.easdpa.org/kindergarten and register early to get a free t-shirt!
History came alive for our 4th graders! As part of their study of Pennsylvania history and the Ephrata Cloister, volunteers from the local historical society recently visit Fulton Elementary to provide hands-on learning experiences and a glimpse into what life was like when Ephrata was founded.
Congratulations to 6th graders Aiden and Logan for earning a spot in the Pennsylvania Scholastic Esports League state competition! Each region selects only one team, and theirs rose to the challenge. Well done, Mountaineers! We’re proud of you!
Our Mountaineers have been celebrating their very own Super Bowl – make that SOUPERBOWL! Students and staff at Highland Elementary School gathered items for Mountaineers’ Table, showing what kindness and empathy truly look like. Even more impressive? Students donated over $900 in Mount Money, a school-based currency (not real money) reward system, earned by demonstrating positive behaviors and LRG traits to help purchase additional items for those in need. That’s a win no matter the score. GO MOUNTS!
Earlier this week, two teams proudly represented EASD at the IU13 K’Nex STEM Design Challenge, designing sustainable production machines and engaging event attendees. Huge congrats to the EIS team, who earned FIRST PLACE for their innovative idea, Wash Wise! They’ll advance to the state-level challenge in May at the Farm Show Complex. Well done to all our students for an outstanding showing!
EASD was well represented at this year’s Invention Convention! Out of more than 400 entries across the state, three EASD teams earned a spot among the top 50 in Pennsylvania and presented recently in Hershey alongside fellow young innovators from across the Commonwealth. We are incredibly proud of their hard work, creativity, and dedication to this academic challenge.
Our 5th graders spent the day at JA BizTown! They worked real-world jobs, earned and spent wages, ran businesses, and led local government—all part of their yearlong Cornerstone project exploring how careers connect to community. Huge thanks to our parent volunteers!
