EHS News & Events

Funding Your Future Night for EHS Seniors & Families

Calling all Ephrata High School Seniors & Families! Join us for Funding Your Future Night to get direct guidance, practical tools, and answers to your financial aid questions. Date: Thursday,

November 2, 2026

🦃 November School Menus

October 30, 2026

Tomorrow Is Tiger Day! Friday, October 30

Tomorrow, EHS students will have opportunities to get extra help, explore their interests, connect with others, and celebrate their hard work!A special celebration: Our Good PRIDE Standing school d...

October 29, 2026

Events in Our Community

October 28, 2026

Free Entry for First 50 Ephrata Students Tonight!

October 27, 2026

📸 Picture Retakes Tomorrow Oct. 22!

Picture retakes will be tomorrow, Thursday, October 22, from 8:30–11:30 a.m.Students should plan to have a photo taken if:• They were not photographed on the original picture day• They have a pictu...

October 21, 2026

EHS Parent & Community Reps Needed to Shape the Future of Ephrata Schools

Help Shape the Future of Ephrata Schools! What do we want every Ephrata High School graduate to know, be able to do, and carry with them when they leave EHS? That's a BIG question, and we want YOUR...

October 21, 2026

📢 REMINDER: Ephrata School District Community Facility Meeting 📢

It's not too late to share your input on the potential upcoming bond!Join us tomorrow evening to learn more, ask questions, and join the discussion.🗓 When: Wednesday, 10/21 at 6:00 PM📍 Where: Ephra...

October 20, 2026

WEAR ORANGE FOR UNITY DAY ON WEDNESDAY!

This Wednesday, October 21, Ephrata High School is joining schools across the district in celebrating Unity Day as part of National Bullying Prevention Month!We encourage all students and staff to ...

October 20, 2026

EPHRATA HIGH SCHOOL NAMES NEW MASCOT ARCHER IN HONOR OF GARY ARCHER

October 19, 2026

Reminder: Friday, October 16, is a Tiger Day!

From getting help in a challenging class to trying something new, Tiger Days give students opportunities to learn, connect, and grow!Here’s a sampling of what’s available this Friday: Student Voice...

October 15, 2026

Help Shape EHS: Parent Advisory Group Meets Tonight!

Help Shape EHS: Parent Advisory Group Meets Tonight!Tonight, Wednesday, October 145:00 p.m.Main Conference Room at Ephrata High SchoolDid you know Washington public schools are required to have a S...

October 14, 2026

Tiger Cub Preschool Openings

Free Preschool Openings Available! The Ephrata School District Tiger Cub Preschool currently has a few openings for qualifying 3- and 4-year-olds! Program Highlights: 100% Free for qualifying famil...

October 6, 2026

Conference Week Bell Schedule

EHS Families,Fall Conferences are this week! Please see the attached bell schedule for October 6–8. Students will follow a shortened schedule each day.Reminder! There will be no school on Friday, O...

October 5, 2026

Reminder: Conference Week

Reminder: This week is Conference Week ☐ Tuesday - Thursday, students will be released early, and buses will drop off 3 hours earlier ☐ There is NO SCHOOL on Friday due to Staff Professional Develo...

October 5, 2026

REMINDER: ORANGE E CARNIVAL TODAY

This is your friendly reminder that the Orange E Carnival is today! Saturday, October 34:00 – 6:30 p.m. EHS PAC Gym Join us for the 57th Annual Orange E Carnival! All your favorite games are back: ...

October 3, 2026

🍂 October School Menus

October 1, 2026

School Board Highlights: September 28

Here are some of the highlights from the August 24th Ephrata School Board meeting. Members of the public are always welcome to attend board meetings. A list of meeting dates and times, board agendas

September 30, 2026

Ephrata High School Names New Drama Advisor

September 24, 2026

Our First Tiger Day is Tomorrow at EHS!

TOMORROW IS TIGER DAY AT EHS!We have a LOT happening at EHS tomorrow. Students will have opportunities throughout the day to get extra help in classes, catch up on work, meet with teachers, explore...

September 18, 2026

WELCOME BACK, TIGERS! TOMORROW IS THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL!

We are excited to welcome our students back to Ephrata High School tomorrow, Thursday, September 3, for our first day of in-person classes!A few reminders to help tomorrow morning go smoothly: Give...

September 3, 2026

EHS ORIENTATION: COME HUNGRY. LEAVE READY!

EHS Families,We’re excited to welcome students and families back for Ephrata High School Orientation on Monday, August 31 and Tuesday, September 1! This year, we’ve designed Orientation to help fam...

August 27, 2026

School Board Highlights: August 24

Following are some of the highlights from the August 24, 2026, Ephrata School Board meeting. Members of the public are always welcome to attend board meetings. Meeting dates and times, board agendas

August 25, 2026

June 22 School Board Highlights

Highlights from the June 22, Ephrata School Board meeting.

June 22, 2026

Ephrata School District Names New Special Education Director

Ephrata School District is pleased to announce Kristy Karman has been named the district’s next Special Education Director.

June 18, 2026

Events in Our Community

There’s a lot happening in our community this summer - check out upcoming events.

June 11, 2026

Facility Study Group to Reconvene in August

Ephrata School District remains committed to continuing the work of the Facility Study Group as we plan for the future of our schools.

June 8, 2026

📚 Back-to-School Resources for 2026-27 Are Now Available

Our Back-to-School Resources page has everything you need in one place.

June 5, 2026

Superintendent Message: Last Day of School

As another school year comes to a close, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to the students, families, staff members, and community partners who make Ephrata Schools such a special place.

June 5, 2026

Ephrata School District Names New Career & Technical Education Director

The Ephrata School District is pleased to announce Chris Franklin has been named the district’s next Career and Technical Education (CTE) director. Franklin will begin his new role on July 1.

June 3, 2026

Ephrata School District Names New EHS Volleyball Coach

The Ephrata School District has named McKaidan Boyd as the new head coach for the EHS volleyball program. Her appointment will become official following school board action on Monday, June 22.

June 2, 2026

Important Family Safety Information: Online Risks Facing Youth

A growing online threat is impacting youth across the country - including in Ephrata. Learn the warning signs and how families can protect children online.

June 1, 2026

Ephrata High School Earns Six-Year Accreditation Through 2032

Ephrata High School (EHS) has officially earned accreditation through spring 2032 from the Association of Educational Service Districts (AESD) of Washington.

June 1, 2026

Honoring Departing Ephrata Schools Staff

On Wednesday evening, we gathered as a school community to celebrate an incredible group of staff members who are retiring or beginning new journeys beyond Ephrata School District.

May 28, 2026

School Board Highlights: May 18

Following are some of the highlights from the May 18, Ephrata School Board meeting.

May 19, 2026

Ephrata School District Receives Audit Report with No Findings

The Ephrata School District received audit reports with no findings from the  Washington State Auditor’s Office for the 2024-25 fiscal year.

May 19, 2026

Ephrata School District Names New EHS Boys Basketball Coach

The Ephrata School District has named Ryan Carlstrom as the new head coach for the EHS boys basketball program.

May 14, 2026

Thank You Marla Allsopp

Ephrata High School proudly recognizes Marla Allsopp for 10 years of dedicated leadership as Drama Director at Ephrata High School.

May 11, 2026

Superintendent Message: Certified Employee Appreciation Day

Tiger Families: Today, Ephrata Schools recognizes Certified Employee Appreciation Day. This is a chance to recognize those who work directly with students every day.

May 4, 2026

School Board Highlights: April 27

Following are some of the highlights from the April 27, Ephrata School Board meeting.

April 28, 2026

Local Agencies Partner for Youth Violence Prevention Town Hall

Community members are invited to attend a Youth Violence Prevention Town Hall focused on issues impacting local youth, including sextortion, online safety and gang awareness.

April 28, 2026

Superintendent Message: 2026 Bond Survey Feedback

Tiger Community - First, I want to sincerely thank the staff and community members who took the time to provide feedback following the February bond.

April 27, 2026

Child Find: Screenings for Children (Birth–21 Years)

Do you have concerns about your child’s development or feel they may have a disability?

April 14, 2026

Superintendent Message: Spring Break

April 3, 2026

ESD Launches Community Survey, Announces Bond Listening Session

The Ephrata School District is inviting community members to share their perspectives following the February 2026 bond election by participating in a new community survey. 

April 2, 2026

Working Together to Keep Our Youth Safe

Last week, district staff participated in a Gang 102 training and collaborative planning session focused on preventing youth violence and addressing gang involvement.

March 31, 2026

School Board Highlights: March 24

Following are some of the highlights from the March 24, Ephrata School Board meeting.

March 24, 2026

Superintendent Message: Celebrating Educational Support Professionals Day

Tiger Community: Today, as we recognize Educational Support Professionals Day, I want our community to know just how fortunate we are to have exceptional support staff serving our students.

March 9, 2026

What’s Happening in Ephrata? 🧡🖤

Our community always has something going on. Here are a few upcoming opportunities for families: Lions Park Playground Grand Re-Opening Stop by today, March 6 to celebrate the reopening of the Lion...

March 7, 2026

📣 DSHS Mobile Office Coming to Ephrata TOMORROW!

Happening TOMORROW - The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) Mobile Office will be in Ephrata. This is your opportunity to get help in person, right here in our communi...

March 5, 2026

Ephrata School District Awarded $30,000 Violence Prevention Grant

The Ephrata School District has been awarded a $30,000 grant from the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI).

March 2, 2026

School Board Highlights: February 24

Following are some of the highlights from the February 23, Ephrata School Board meeting.

February 24, 2026

Thank You for Taking Part in the Process

Tiger Community: On behalf of the Ephrata School District, I want to share my gratitude to everyone who took the time to participate in the 2026 bond election.

February 11, 2026

School Board Highlights: January 26

Following are some of the highlights from the January 26, Ephrata School Board meeting.

January 26, 2026

EHS BULLETIN

If you have an elevator key and you no longer need it please return it to Mrs. Clarke ASAP! It’s finals week! Please see the schedule below. Also your lunch will be based on your 3rd period

January 14, 2026

Child Find: Screenings for Children (Birth–21 Years)

Do you have concerns about your child’s development or feel they may have a disability? Child Find is a federal program that helps determine if your child has a disability and assists in providing

January 13, 2026

EHS December Students of the Month

Congratulations to our EHS Students of the Month!  We're proud to recognize your hard work. Damian Ramirez Rangel Damian is an excellent student who is consistently on time and at school. He cares

January 13, 2026

EHS BULLETIN

If you have an elevator key and you no longer need it please return it to Mrs. Clarke ASAP!   We start finals week tomorrow please see the schedule below. Also tomorrow your lunch will be based on

January 13, 2026

📢 2026 Bond: Learn More. Ask Questions. Join the Conversation. 🧡🖤

We invite our community to take part in two great opportunities to learn more about Ephrata Schools and the proposed bond: 🗓️ Bond Town Hall Meeting Join us for a community presentation and

January 12, 2026

EHS BULLETIN

If you have an elevator key and you no longer need it please return it to Mrs. Clarke ASAP!   Today we are on a Tiger Monday schedule. Just a reminder: to be marked present in a class, you need to

January 12, 2026

Superintendent Message to the Community: December 19

Tiger Community: As I think about the beginning of winter break, I also find myself reflecting on this season. It is a time of year that invites all of us to slow down—to reflect, reconnect, and

December 19, 2025

EHS BULLETIN

Spanish Club Members! We will have a 15 min meeting at the end of Flex 2 on Monday, Jan 5 at 1:10pm. Sign up for a Flex 2 class, but leave early to attend our meeting. Happy winter break we hope

December 19, 2025

Final Exam Schedule: January 14-16

Finals are Wednesday, January 14 through Friday, January 16. Following please find the schedules for those days: WEDNESDAY, January 14 1st Period: 7:50 - 8:05 a.m. FINAL 2nd Period: 8:55 - 9:40

December 16, 2025

Ephrata School Board Advances $75M Bond to February Ballot

The Ephrata School Board on Monday approved a resolution placing a $75 million, 25-year school construction bond before voters in the Feb. 11, 2026, ballot, advancing a major facilities proposal

November 25, 2025

Ephrata School Board Moves Forward with February Bond Proposal

After two years of community study and analysis, the Ephrata School District is taking the next step toward a major facilities vote.

October 28, 2025

Ephrata School District to Host Public Hearing on Bond Defeasance

The Ephrata School Board will hold a public hearing to receive comment on the District’s plan to return unspent bond funding, through a process called defeasance, to the people of Ephrata.

November 20, 2023

Grant Elementary Improvements On-Hold - School District Seeks to Defease Remaining Bond Dollars

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.

September 15, 2023