Mock Trial
For students interested in learning more about the Mock Trial program here at EHS, there will be an informational meeting next Thursday, Sept 26 in Room 212 at 2:35 pm. You will have the chance to learn about the PA Mock Trial competition and meet our officers and returning team members. All are welcome!”
LCTI Informational Opportunity
Any 9th or 10th grade student who is interested in learning more about Lehigh Career & Technical Institute (LCTI) should plan to attend the LCTI Tour on November 7th. Stop by the Counseling Office for more information and to pick up a permission slip. Completed permission slips are due back to the counseling Office no later than Wednesday, September 25th. Feel free to contact Mrs. Demchak with any questions.
Summer Travel Opportunity
Are you interested in traveling to Spain and Portugal in the summer of 2026? The first informational meeting will be on 10/2/24 at 6:00 PM in room 016 (Mr. Montepeque). The second meeting will take place on 10/10/24 at the same time and place.
Looking forward to seeing anybody interested in this amazing experience abroad.
Counseling Presentation
The Emmaus High School Counseling Office invites you to our next event on Thursday, September 19th. We are offering the following sessions:
Session 1 at 6pm in the Auditorium – Financial Aid presentation with Michael Burke from PHEAA
Session 2 at 7:15 – There will be a 9th & 10th grade family introduction to Naviance in the HIVE as well as an 11th & 12th grade family Naviance presentation regarding the use of Naviance in the post-secondary search and application process in the Auditorium.
Families may choose to attend one or both sessions.
Instant Decision Day
Hello Seniors, This fall, Emmaus is hosting multiple universities for an Instant Decision Day. An Instant Decision Day, also known as an On-Site Decision Day, is an event where students are able to receive an immediate admissions decision from a college or university. Instant decisions are non-binding, you are still able to apply to other colleges to look at different options! If you are interested in attending one of these events, please click the link on the college or university that you would like to sign up for. You MUST complete the google form that is linked below to the universities as well as submit an application to the university itself. Once you have signed up for one or multiple Instant Decision Days you will receive an email confirmation and more information will be emailed to you as the event date approaches. Please only use your school email when signing up. Below are the available Instant Decision Days to sign up for. Good luck!
| College Visiting | Time of Visit | Date of Visit | Last Day to Sign Up |
| Northampton Community College | 9:00-11:00 AM | 9/27/2024 | 9/20/2024 |
| Commonwealth University | 12:00-2:00 PM | 10/1/2024 | 9/24/2024 |
| DeSales University | 12:00-2:00 PM | 10/8/2024 | 10/1/2024 |
| Moravian University | 11:00-1:00 PM | 10/10/2024 | 10/3/2024 |
| Millersville University | 10:00-12:00 PM | 10/16/2024 | 10/9/2024 |
| Kutztown University | 9:00-2:00 PM | 10/18/2024 | 10/11/2024 |
| Cedar Crest College | 8:30-10:00 AM | 10/21/2024 | 10/11/2024 |
| Lehigh Carbon Community College | 10:00-12:00 PM | 11/15/2024 | 11/8/2024 |
| Wilkes University | 12:00-2:00 PM | 11/14/2024 | 11/7/2024 |
| East Stroudsburg University | 11:00-1:00 PM | 11/4/2024 | 10/28/2024 |
East Penn Therapy Dog Program
The East Penn Therapy Dog Program will again be partnering with the Phantoms on Oct. 12! This is opening night for the Phantoms; tickets are $22 and $5 from each ticket purchased will go towards the Therapy Dog Program. Branch, Mario, and Tokyo will be at the game. Please join us for an East Penn Night at the Phantoms!
Link: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Eastpenn2
ASVAB
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) Test will be administered on the morning of October 10, 2024. The 2024-25 ASVAB Test Registration form must be completed by October 4th to be able to sit for the ASVAB. The ASVAB registration form, as well as additional information on the ASVAB can be found in your “Class of” Schoology Group
Dual Credit Courses through LCCC
LCCC will be here Friday, September 20 and Tuesday, September 24 during Hornet Homeroom in our auditorium. Students enrolled and eligible for dual credit are encouraged to attend one of these sessions to learn how to register with LCCC in order to obtain college credit. More information will be provided in the coming weeks regarding signups to attend as well as how to register.
After School Homework Help Starts Soon
EHS is offering free after-school help twice a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays 2024). Teachers will be available to help with homework, studying for exams, or improving the understanding of course material. Taking advantage of this resource can make a significant difference in academic performance and overall confidence at school. Teachers will be available after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 -3:30 in the EHS library. They are happy and excited to help students succeed in their classes for the remainder of the school year. Students do NOT need to sign up in advance. They just need to come to the library at 2:30 and make sure they have transportation home at 3:30.
Late Bus
Sign up online using the Late Bus Google Form in Schoology under the Materials section or on the EHS website under Morning Announcements, there is a link under the Late Bus post. The late bus will run Tuesdays and Thursdays through the end of May.
Chromebook / IT Help
The IT department will hold Chromebook support for students during Hornet Homeroom (10:18 – 10:55) and from 2 to 2:25 pm outside the library entrance.
** Thursdays only, there will be NO tech support during Hornet homeroom, ONLY AT 2-2:25PM **
Clubs
- The next Muslim Student Association (MSA) meeting will be held after school on Thursday, Sept 26 in Room 215 (across the hall from Mr. Brown’s room). All are welcome!
- The GRATITUDE CLUB will hold an introductory meeting after school on September 26th at 2:35 in room #118. New members are always welcome. Our club spreads positivity and gratitude throughout Emmaus High School and the surrounding community. This is a student-driven club in which the members work together toward common goals they would like to accomplish. We hope to see you there!!
- First meeting of the FRENCH Club Friday, September 27th in room 17 from 2:30 to 3:30. New and returning members are all welcome. We are still looking for a Club Treasurer! Please join the schoology group for details and vote before our next meeting. Schoology code: QG2N-JN2G-56C5P
- Club Med: The first meeting for Club Med will be held on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 2:30 in room 140 (Svencer). This will be an organizational meeting to elect officers and plan for the year.
- Come to Global Citizens Club on Thursday, 9/26 in room 13. Make a new friend, learn something new, feel connected to the broader school community and to the wider world. Everyone most welcome! Schoology code: DCGM-QKFN-JF7D5
- The Bible Study Club meets every Tuesday morning from 6:45am to 7:15am in room 254. You can enter through the doors by the counseling suite and head to Room 254. We will have Bibles and breakfast snacks available. We hope to see you there! Bible Study Club Schoology Code: 22D5-XNX5-J3Q24
- A reminder that the first meeting of the EHS Chess Club is Thursday, September 19 in the MMR from 2:30-3:30. This club is open to all students regardless of chess ability so come and have some fun with other really good people who enjoy this amazing game.
- Hello French Club Officers! We will be meeting in room #17 on Friday, October 27th at 2:30 to elect a Club Treasurer. This meeting is for Club officers only. Stay tuned for Club meeting dates for all members soon. Merci!
- No Place for Hate will be selling Skittles freeze pops outside the cafe during all lunches Wednesday, September 18 through Friday, September 20 for $1.00.
- Then, our first morning meeting will be on Tuesday, September 24, from 6:45am to 7:15am in room 254. We will have Bibles and breakfast snacks available. We hope to see you there! Bible Study Club Schoology Code: 22D5-XNX5-J3Q24
- The Interact Club will continue to collect soda tabs for the Ronald McDonald House. Please drop off tabs in the container outside of room 216.
- Habitat for Humanity will be selling Celsius drinks and donuts Thursday mornings before school in the HIVE.
Athletics
Home Football Game Reminder: Re-entry to the stadium is not permitted. Once you leave the stadium you may not return without paying another entry fee.
For a complete listing of EHS sporting events, please visit https://ehshornetsathletics.com
Upcoming Dates:
9/20/2024-LCCC Dual Credit Session
9/24/2024-LCCC Dual Credit Session
10/1/2024-Powder Puff Football Game
10/4/2024- Homecoming Football Game
10/5/2024-Homecoming Dance (6-9 p.m.)
10/10/2024-ASVAB Test
10/11/2024-Broadway Night
10/14/2024-No School
10/16/2024-Picture Day (Make-Ups)
| College | Date | Time | Location of Visit |
| Bucknell University | September 19 | 9:00 | Counseling |
| University of Pittsburgh-Bradford | September 19 | 11:00 | Counseling |
| Elizabethtown College | September 20 | 9:00 | Counseling |
| University of Delaware | September 20 | 12:00 | Counseling |
| Cornell University | September 20 | 1:00 | Counseling |