Exciting news! Last year, groups of elementary and EIS students participated in short writing contests with Young Writers. The challenge? Create a story or poem in 100 words or less based on a theme. Out of hundreds (even thousands) of entries nationwide, many EASD students are now published authors! We're so proud of their creativity and hard work!
REMINDER: EASD schools and offices will be closed Friday, August 29 & Monday, September 1. Best wishes for a safe and relaxing weekend!
HIGH FIVE! We did it! Great job this week, Mountaineers! See you back on Tuesday!
On National Dog Day we’re celebrating our two amazing Facility Dogs, Izzy and Bentley, who bring comfort and joy to everyone they meet. Bentley works hard every day reminding us what true loyalty looks like, while Izzy… well, let’s just say she’s balancing her time between her Facility Dog duties and moonlighting at Penn State. Rumor has it she’s working on her degree in “Advanced Belly Rub Studies” with a minor in Treat Negotiations. Thank you, Izzy and Bentley, for the pawsitive impact you make every single day!
Throwback to their interview training video from last school year - https://youtu.be/_MVr6iuz-5E?si=DXY7mdMCAO1O5Gt8
Throwback to their interview training video from last school year - https://youtu.be/_MVr6iuz-5E?si=DXY7mdMCAO1O5Gt8
Our Kindergarteners are off to a wonderful first day! They’re making new friends, settling into their classrooms, and already beginning the exciting journey of learning and growing together this year.
There were countless smiles and energetic high-fives this morning! We are happy to report all students have arrived safely and the 2025-2026 school year is officially underway! Let's make it a great one!
Please join us in welcoming the newest member of the Mountaineer family! Look for him at sporting events, in our schools, and throughout the community!
A special thank you to Ryan Rydzewski & Gregg Behr for sharing their blueprint for learning and motivating our staff to embody LRG traits to “Be The E” every day.
Educators are engaged and energized to bring another inspiring school year to students!
It's been a fantastic start to the week with our incredible teachers back in school! This afternoon, we’ll all come together for our official District Opening—the perfect way to kick off a great school year before we welcome students back on Monday.
Congratulations to all of our June School Board Resolution recipients! From impressive athletic accomplishments to academic honors at the state and national levels, it was a pleasure to recognize so many deserving Mountaineers at the final board meeting of the 2024–25 school year.
Have a rising 4th or 5th grade student? Join us for this event to learn the benefits of students' involvement in our music program and experience first-hand why EASD has been voted a 12-time Top Music Community.
Our spring concerts were nothing short of amazing—if we do say so ourselves! Missed any or want to relive the magic? It’s the perfect weekend watch. Catch the full performances now on our Events YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ephrataareaschooldistric.../streams
Our second-graders are using their #EASDLifeReady creativity and collaboration skills to build prototypes of local community business as part of their annual Cornerstone project! Impressive work, Mountaineers!
Our 2nd graders are about to bring local businesses to life through their Cornerstone project prototypes! Today, architect Charlie Yohe inspired them with stories, insights, and the importance of #EASDLifeReady traits. Stay tuned for their creations next month!
A perfect day to learn outside! Today, PA Dept. of Conservation & Natural Resources specialists joined Clay Elementary 4th graders for an outdoor adventure inspired by the novel, "Hatchet." Students used their five senses for observations, tracked animals prints, and learned about fire safety.
During School Social Work Week, join us in thanking these incredible Mountaineers for their important work in our schools and communities!
School Board Resolutions included the recognitions of a variety of student achievements in music, FFA, and more. Additionally, Clay Elementary School principal Dr. Christopher Montagna was honored for recently earning a Doctorate in Educational Leadership. Congrats, Mountaineers!
Last night's School Board meeting was full of highlights! Directors approved full-day Kindergarten for 25-26, celebrated music and athletics achievements, highlighted Ag Mechanics and Student Tutoring, and honored "Be The E" staff. Plus, directors were recognized for School Board Recognition Month.
