Great news! Athletic events are BACK on the newly renovated Mountaineer Field, which features an improved seating set-up, turf replacement, and facilities for concessions and bathrooms.
Ephrata Area School District believes strongly in our extracurricular and athletic programs and the benefits they offer to our students. Participation in these activities can be an essential component to the school experience and provides authentic opportunities to see the benefits of hard work, dedication, perseverance, collaboration, leadership, and teamwork. In addition to our District maintenance and custodial crews, we extend special thanks to the organizations who helped to make this renovation possible.
• Ames Construction & Plumbing
• Hirneisen Electric
• Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.
• Kit Communications
• Myco Mechanical
• Parks Consulting, LLC
• Schlouch Inc.
Thank You & Go Mounts!
Thanks for a great homecoming weekend!
With a little mud and a lot of sunshine, 7th graders are super engaged in their annual Cocalico Creek stream study as part of their year-long Cornerstone project to answer the question: How do civilizations develop and sustain themselves? Great work, Mountaineers!
Students in Project Build A Better Future spend a lot of time in the community. Recently, they were the "Mountaineer Moving Crew" to help prepare for the Fairmount Homes auction. Well done, Mountaineers! Learn more about Project Build A Better Future - https://www.easdpa.org/article/1249153
Students are showing their patriotism today, as well as honoring the brave first responders who keep our community safe on a daily basis. #MountsPride #PatriotDay
We’re feeling the #MountsPride!
Tonight, EHS alum Olivia Schlinkman is attending and covering the Presidential Debate as an official journalist from West Chester University. Way to go, Olivia!
Learn more: https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/harris-trump-debate-philadelphia-college-journalists/?fbclid=IwY2xjawFRSk1leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHVG6pTiRyWnmocvbYFV1K7_6TfRuEw_qwsW5hnLkqaZjNrpJpXsmXz6YAA_aem_VRpCdxHlhbxsevWhBHSVpQ
Check out all of the free early learning activities we have coming up for our youngest Mountaineers and their families.
Akron Elementary is the next EASD school to get a super cool book vending machine, thanks to the Ephrata Area Education Foundation. Students will earn tokens throughout the school year to select books to take home and keep for themselves - https://youtu.be/MpM4mKKiO_A
This morning, Officer Hirneisen is spending time with 6th graders to review a variety of topics, including bike safety, bus rules, and more! Most importantly, many meaningful connections are being established! #MountsPride
The August School Board Resolutions included student athlete Softball Coaches Association state honors, Dr. Laura Mandell earning a Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction, and School Board members’ recognition for many commendable years of service.
It’s been great seeing so many families this morning joining in the First Day of School festivities!
Our youngest Mountaineers have arrived and are ready to kick off a great school year!
Welcome back, Mountaineers!
The EHS Class of 2025 is continuing the tradition of Senior Sunrise to kick off an amazing school year!
Congratulations to the following staff who recently celebrated Mountaineer Milestone Anniversaries with EASD.
The summer months are always busy with new staff interviews. We are especially thrilled with these two hires - https://youtu.be/_MVr6iuz-5E
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We officially kicked off the school year with staff. There is much excitement among the team as we look forward to students' first day on Monday. It's going to be another great school year!
Join us in wishing a warm Mountaineer welcome to all new Ephrata Area School District staff, including these new educators. We are excited for all staff to return and look forward to students' first day on Monday, August 26!
These students are headed to the state FFA Convention at Penn State tomorrow. Today, they are practicing a variety of horse handling techniques before demonstrating their skills to the convention judges. Good luck and have fun, Mountaineers!
Does the last day of school bring a smile to you face like Bentley?
Thanks for a great school year, Mountaineers!
