Upcoming Dates:
4/12/2024 – MS Jazz Band Festival, 5-9pm Aud
4/19/2024 – ASVAB Testing, 7:25am Café 1
4/19/2024 – Broadway Night, 7-9pm Aud
4/23/2024 – Spring Orchestra Concert, 7-10pm AUD
4/24/2024 – World Language Dept. Honor Society Induction, 7-8pm Aud
4/25/2024 – College Fair, 6-8pm Main/AUX Gyms & Café
4/26/2024 – Shave For The Brave, 5pm EHS Track
4/27/2024 – Junior Prom, 6-10pm
4/30/2024 – Spring Band Concert, 7-10pm Aud
5/1/2024 – Announcement Day (sports), 1-2pm
5/9/2024 – Spring Chorus Concert, 7-10pm
5/13 & 5/14/2024 – Literature Keystones
5/16 & 5/17/2024 – Algebra Keystones
5/21 & 5/22/2024 – Biology Keystones
5/17/2024 – Senior Ball, 7-10pm
5/23/2024 – Art Show, 7-9pm
5/24/2024 – Undergraduate Awards, 9-10am AUD
5/27/2024 – School Closed, Memorial Day
5/28/2024 – Senior Awards, 6:30-9pm AUD
5/30 & 5/31 – Finals (seniors only, regular classes for underclassman)
6/3 & 6/4 – Finals (Underclassman)
6/7/2024 – Last Day of School for Students
Late Bus
The late bus will run Tuesdays and Thursdays. The bus picks up around 3:15pm at door #4. You may only use the late bus for clubs or detention.
Students will use a Google form to sign up for the late bus which will be posted here on the website and also in Schoology under the Materials section. The form will only accept responses on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:23am until the 10:30am deadline** Late Bus Sign Up
Chromebook / IT Help
The IT department will hold Chromebook support for students during Hornet Homeroom (10:18 – 10:55) and from 2 to 2:30 pm outside the library entrance.
** Thursdays only, there will be NO tech support during Hornet homeroom, ONLY AT 2-2:25PM **
Parking
There have been issues with faculty/student parking, please make sure to park in your assigned numbered spot. If there is another car parked in your spot, please take a picture of the license plate. Send the picture to Gina Jones at gjones@eastpennsd.org then park your car in the parallel spots next to the sidewalk in Lot J by the Auditorium.
No Place for Hate – Day of Silence
The GSA and No Place For Hate are inviting everyone to spread awareness on the Day of Silence this Friday 4/12. Students are asked to wear red or black, and write inspirational messages on their hands, sticky notes, or other personal belongings. Participation cards will be handed out at the GSA meeting after school in room 254 on Thursday, and in room 309 all week.
Collecting Pet Supply Donations
The Gratitude Club is collecting pet supply donations from March 11th – April 15th for two local charities – The Sanctuary at Haafsville and the Brookline Lab Rescue. Donations include Purina Cat Food, KMR kitten formula, cat litter, cat toys, treat balls, toys (suitable for larger dogs), rope bones, Kongs, and outdoor dog toys to name a few! Look for the flyers around the building coming soon for a complete list of things to donate. Donations can be dropped off in room 118 on the 1st floor anytime. Please consider donating to help homeless animals as they wait to find their forever home.
Keystone Testing and Late Start Information for EHS
May 13th and 14th – Literature May 16th and 17th – Algebra 1 May 21 and 22 – Biology |
| Keystone Exams will be held at EHS on the dates listed below. Students will receive a personalized letter informing them of which test they are scheduled to take as well as their room assignments on specific dates. Students who are not testing will arrive at school on a 3 HOUR delayed schedule on testing dates. Letters will be mailed home with information for all students. Keystone Exam Modified Bell Schedule – Spring 2024.docx.pdf |
College Visit
A representative from Penn State University will be at EHS on the following dates:
Tuesday, April 16 @ 1:00
Monday, April 29 @ 10:00
Juniors and seniors interested in attending the visit should sign up through Naviance.
Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB)
Students who are interested in pursuing a career in the military should take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), as well as any other students interested in finding out more about potential careers for them. The test will be administered on April 19th, at 7:30 a.m. in a location to be announced. Please use the ASVAB Registration Form – April 19th if you are interested in signing up for the ASVAB test. The registration needs to be completed by April 12th. If you have any questions, you can reach out to your Counselor or Mrs. Wood. For detailed information on the ASVAB visit: https://www.officialasvab.com/.
College Fair
EHS Counseling proudly presents the College Fair on Thursday, April 25th from 6-8pm. There will be over 100 College, Career & Technical & Military Representatives in our Main gym and Aux Gym. There is a flyer in the Main Office to scan the QR code to see the list of representatives. We hope to see you there.
Operation Giggles
Operation Giggles is ON! During the month of April, the Interact Club will be collecting NEW toys and craft kits for children (ages 1-18yrs) at the Lehigh Valley Hospital. The collection will run through the month of April. Items can be dropped off outside Mrs. Kaunitz’s room, 216. Thank you for your support!
SAT Testing
All SAT tests are now digital! You MUST have your Chromebook with the BlueBook app installed and up to date with you on testing day to sit for the SAT. There will be no loaner Chromebooks available on test days. It is imperative that you follow the directions that you have received from the College Board so that you are prepared when you arrive for the SATs. The next testing date for the SATs here at EHS is May 4th.
Finals
SENIORS – May 30& 31 UNDERCLASSMAN – June 3 & 4
Students who have 4 exams in one day can move one exam to the mornings of the half days in Learning Lab or afternoons on the half days. Students must make arrangements with their teachers to determine the best time and location for the make-up exam.
Altered schedule – no HR, longer classes for exams, lunch schedule followed (see below)
Phones will be collected until all students finish their exams. Phones may not leave the classroom during exams (no phones in bathrooms).
Students who do not have exams or are exempt, still must attend classes. Attendance will be taken.
NO OPEN CAMPUS – ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED
General Rules
Pre-approved absences- students must work with their teachers to arrange a time for the exams. This can be earlier than the exam days, during make-up days, or over the summer.
Absence notes must be provided within 24 hours of the missed exam in order to be eligible to take make up exams (written note or texts / emails from parents via Safe Arrival are permitted)
| Exams (no homerooms) 5/30, 5/31, 6/3, and 6/4 | ||
| Block 1A/1B | 7:23 – 8:56 | 93 mins |
| Block 2A/2B | 9:02 – 10:35 | 93 mins |
| Block 3A/3B | 10:41- 12:45 | 124 mins |
| Lunch 1 | 10:41- 11:12 | 31 mins |
| Lunch 2 | 11:12 – 11:43 | 31 mins |
| Lunch 3 | 11:43 – 12:14 | 31 mins |
| Lunch 4 | 12:14 – 12:45 | 31 mins |
| Block 4A/4B | 12:51 – 2:25 | 94 mins |
| Review of Exams and Underclass Makeups 6/5/24 & 6/6/24 | ||
| Block 1A/1B | 7:23 – 8:15 | 52 mins |
| Block 2A/2B | 8:21 – 9:10 | 49 mins |
| Block 3A/3B | 9:16 – 10:05 | 49 mins |
| Block 4A/4B | 10-11 – 11:00 | 49 mins |
School Store
The School Store will be open during Hornet Homeroom everyday (10:18 – 10:55). Students that come, need to have a signed pass from the homeroom teacher.
Athletics
- For a complete listing of EHS sporting events, please visit https://ehshornetsathletics.com
- 11th and 12 th Grade Football Instructional Camp
All 11th and 12th grade athletes who may have interest in kicking and punting for the Green Hornets Football are invited to a specialist instructional camp.
Multi-sport athletes are welcomed. Free event.
On Sunday April 14th, 3:00pm, Assistant Coach John Zima will introduce you to the proper technique of kicking and punting.
Please email Coach Fairclough if you are interested in attending this event.
Rain date 4/21
Clubs
The Meteorology Club is excited to announce they will be holding the “Weather Center Event 2024” on Wednesday, April 17th during blocks 3 and 4 in the MMR. This event will feature presenters from a variety of weather and climate science careers who are excited to share their passions and career paths. Students who are interested in attending during their lunch or a 3rd or 4th block study hall should register using the link below. Pizza will be provided during lunches. Hope to see you there!
| Presenter Name and Title | Presentation Topic | Time Slot |
| Dan Skeldon, WFMZ Meteorologist | Broadcast Meteorology | 11:00 – 11:25 |
| Alex Wilson, The Weather Channel Meteorologist EHS Graduate | Broadcast Meteorology | 11:30 – 11:55 |
| Cameron Ray, Penn State University Meteorology Student & EHS Graduate | Undergraduate Studies in Meteorology | 12:00 – 12:25 |
| Sarah Johnson, National Weather Service – Mt. Holly | Severe Weather Broadcasting & Emergency Alerts | 12:30 – 12:55 |
| Shane Martrich, University of Wyoming Graduate Research Assistant & EHS Graduate | “An accidental meteorologist: Your future may not turn out as planned… but that’s okay!” | 1:00 – 1:25 |
| Bobby Martrich, Consultant Meteorologist | Meteorology in Private Business (Small Business Owner) | 1:30 – 2:05 |
Student Sign-Up Form Link = https://bit.ly/WCE24EHS
- Order your student-designed Kindness Knows No Borders t-shirt or hoodie (sponsored by EHS’s Global Citizens Club).
Pre-orders ONLY.
Order and pay by Wednesday, April 17th.
Look cool, feel cool, help to connect the world.
- Join us for our April Global Citizens Club meetings:
TUESDAY, 4/9
THURSDAY 4/18
directly after school in room 013 by the Hive.
Sign up for the late bus if needed.
Make a new friend, learn something new, feel connected.
- The Gratitude Club is collecting pet supply donations until April 15th for two local charities – The Sanctuary at Haafsville and the Brookline Lab Rescue. Donations include Purina Cat Food, KMR kitten formula, cat litter, cat toys, treat balls, toys (suitable for larger dogs), rope bones, Kongs, and outdoor dog toys to name a few! Look for the flyers around the building for a complete list of things to donate. Items can be dropped off in room 118 on the 1st floor anytime. Please consider donating to help homeless animals as they wait to find their forever home.
- No Place for Hate will meet after school in room 309 from 2:30-3:00.
Our dates for the rest of the year are as follows:
Thursday:
4/18, 5/2, 5/16
All are welcome to attend!
- The Young Republicans Club meetings are 2:30-3:30 PM in room 310. All are welcome! For more information, please see Mrs. Smeltz in room 319, or join our Schoology group (access code V7KF-3XNJ-J65F7).
Upcoming Meetings:
April 17th
May 1st
May 15th
- The Bible Study Club will be meeting Tuesdays from6:45 – 7:15am in Room 254. Come spend some time with us learning scripture and fellowshipping with other students! You can enter through the door right by the Counseling suite at 6:45. Hope to see you there! Join the Bible Study Club Schoology group for more information: 22D5-XNX5-J3Q24.
- The Interact Club will continue to collect soda tabs for the Ronald McDonald House. Please drop off at Mrs. Kaunitz’s room, 216.