News & Events
![Ephrata Tiger Logo with words EHS Bulletin]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695849660/ephrataschoolsorg/x3q1j42hrtzlgteenzul/HighSchoolBulletin.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1695849660/ephrataschoolsorg/x3q1j42hrtzlgteenzul/HighSchoolBulletin.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1695849660/ephrataschoolsorg/x3q1j42hrtzlgteenzul/HighSchoolBulletin.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1695849660/ephrataschoolsorg/x3q1j42hrtzlgteenzul/HighSchoolBulletin.png","width":1080}])
If you ordered school pictures they are in, please pick them up!
The first student council meeting of the year is this tomorrow during 5th period. All representatives from 5th period classes, sports, and clubs should plan to attend.
The EHS Dance Team is accepting late sign ups for the 23-24 fall and winter seasons. No dance experience required! If you are interested in being apart of the team or have any questions please reach out to Coach Hunter at shunter@ephrataschools.org
Homecoming guest passes can now be picked up in the office and need to be completed and returned to Mrs. Derr by Oct 11.
FFA is once again selling Boutonnieres and Corsages for Homecoming. Order in Mrs. Graaff's room and pay the office. Boutonnieres are $10 and Corsages are $15. Orders need to be placed by Friday October 6th.
If you are interested in being a part of the stage crew for Cabaret we will be getting the stage set up in the performing arts center this Saturday, Sept 30, at 9am. Be there!
A very HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Mrs. Cummings! Please stop by the counseling center and tell her Happy Birthday today.
![What's Happening at EHS]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695839567/ephrataschoolsorg/ihyx7vpxeefho80rweaj/WhatsHappeningEHS.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1695839567/ephrataschoolsorg/ihyx7vpxeefho80rweaj/WhatsHappeningEHS.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1695839567/ephrataschoolsorg/ihyx7vpxeefho80rweaj/WhatsHappeningEHS.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1695839567/ephrataschoolsorg/ihyx7vpxeefho80rweaj/WhatsHappeningEHS.png","width":1080}])
**Speech & Debate meets every Monday & Friday at 2:55pm in Room 112**
** Dungeons & Dragons Club meets every Wednesday 3:00-5:00pm in Room 213**
October 5 - Home Volleyball - 6:30pm Pajama Pants
October 7 - Home Soccer - 6:00pm Pink Out
October 11 - Homecoming Week - Bonfire & Cornhole at Softball Complex
October 13 - Hoco Decorating in PAC Gym
October 13 - Home Football - 7:00pm Tiger Spirit Homecoming Game
October 14 - Homecoming Dance - 8:00-11:00pm "Night in Santorini" (PAC Gym)
October 17 - Home Soccer - 6:00pm Tiger Spirit
October 19 - Home Volleyball - 6:30pm Pink Out
October 25 - Fall Band Concert - 7:00pm HS Commons
October 26 - Student Council Meeting - 5th period (12:07-12:58) in the Library
October 26 - Home Volleyball - 6:30pm Senior Citizens
October 27 - Home Football - 7:00pm Neon Night
October 28 - FCCLA Pumpkin Painting - 9:00-11:30am at EHS
October 31 - Trick or Treat @ High School
![The exterior of Grant Elementary School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1694811021/ephrataschoolsorg/omipvgkzia0ido20rusp/GrantElementaryPhoto.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1694811021/ephrataschoolsorg/omipvgkzia0ido20rusp/GrantElementaryPhoto.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1694811021/ephrataschoolsorg/omipvgkzia0ido20rusp/GrantElementaryPhoto.png","width":718}])
The Ephrata School District school board and administration announced today a decision to place the remodel of Grant Elementary School on-hold due to skyrocketing costs of construction. The District intends to hold a public hearing in October to seek input on their plan to defease remaining local bond proceeds. A bond defeasance is a process that sets aside and invests the remaining bond dollars in escrow to ensure that the principal and interest payments on the bonds are guaranteed and can be made when the bonds come due. If approved, this action will lead to the district reducing future tax amounts.
![Columbia Ridge Elementary]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1694652003/ephrataschoolsorg/gi5xeo3mefl0nmjierzo/ColumbiaRidgeExterior.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1694652003/ephrataschoolsorg/gi5xeo3mefl0nmjierzo/ColumbiaRidgeExterior.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1694652003/ephrataschoolsorg/gi5xeo3mefl0nmjierzo/ColumbiaRidgeExterior.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1694652003/ephrataschoolsorg/gi5xeo3mefl0nmjierzo/ColumbiaRidgeExterior.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1694652003/ephrataschoolsorg/gi5xeo3mefl0nmjierzo/ColumbiaRidgeExterior.jpg","width":1600}])
Please join us for a very special evening to commemorate the completion and grand opening of the newly remodeled Columbia Ridge Elementary.
![A group of people pose in front of a colorful wall mural]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695247968/ephrataschoolsorg/vlgtx3yspbq7vmle4gvq/ConstructionTour.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1695247968/ephrataschoolsorg/vlgtx3yspbq7vmle4gvq/ConstructionTour.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1695247968/ephrataschoolsorg/vlgtx3yspbq7vmle4gvq/ConstructionTour.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1695247968/ephrataschoolsorg/vlgtx3yspbq7vmle4gvq/ConstructionTour.jpg","width":1080}])
The Ephrata School District was honored to welcome Senator Judy Warnick and Representative Tom Dent on a tour of our on-going construction at Columbia Ridge Elementary and Ephrata Middle School on September 13.
![Preschool student in plaid shirt shows hands covered in paint]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1681152735/ephrataschoolsorg/wnu4jmc6ewu8lvohfxia/ChildFind.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1681152735/ephrataschoolsorg/wnu4jmc6ewu8lvohfxia/ChildFind.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1681152735/ephrataschoolsorg/wnu4jmc6ewu8lvohfxia/ChildFind.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1681152735/ephrataschoolsorg/wnu4jmc6ewu8lvohfxia/ChildFind.png","width":940}])
Child Find is a federal program that helps determine if your child has a disability and assists in providing appropriate services.
![Jason Laugen]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1692996350/ephrataschoolsorg/zh87yi9r4o8cbmnlrqia/JLaugen.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1692996350/ephrataschoolsorg/zh87yi9r4o8cbmnlrqia/JLaugen.jpg","width":320}])
Tiger Fans - After 21 years of service to Tiger Athletics, Ephata Varsity Baseball Coach, Jason Laugen, is stepping down. During his time in Ephrata, he spent 17 years as head coach and was the assistant coach for the four years prior, under former coach Dave Johnson. He represented Ephata athletics with class and we will miss his presence.
![Scarlet Wilson]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1692395998/ephrataschoolsorg/s1leid2ucayzkknbwqzb/SWilson.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1692395998/ephrataschoolsorg/s1leid2ucayzkknbwqzb/SWilson.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1692395998/ephrataschoolsorg/s1leid2ucayzkknbwqzb/SWilson.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1692395998/ephrataschoolsorg/s1leid2ucayzkknbwqzb/SWilson.png","width":940}])
The Ephrata School District is pleased to announce Scarlet Wilson has been named as Columbia Ridge Elementary’s new Dean of Students.
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Ephrata Families: If you have students in the Ephrata School District but live outside of our district boundaries, this is your reminder that your Choice Paperwork is due. These required forms must be updated annually, before the first day of school. Start your paperwork. Forms are due before August 28.