Student Announcments-Friday, October 16, 2026

Attention Students! Sign Up for College Visits on Naviance 

Are you thinking about life after high school? Want to explore your college options and get your questions answered directly by admissions reps? This is your chance!

Why Attend a College Visit?

  • Ask questions about admissions, scholarships, campus life, and more
  • Learn about majors, programs, and what makes each college unique
  • Connect with college representatives and make a great first impression
  • Explore schools you may not have considered before

How to Sign Up:

  1. Log in to your Naviance account
  2. Go to Colleges > College Visits
  3. Browse upcoming visits and click “Register” for the ones you’re interested in. 

Spots can fill up fast, so don’t wait!  You can also click on “more info” below for the College you want to register for.  We will update the list as more Colleges sign up, so don’t forget to keep a lookout for new ones. If you have any questions or need help signing up, stop by the counseling office.

  • Cedar Crest College: Monday, October 19th, 2026 at8:00 am more info
  • Penn State Lehigh Valley: Monday, October 19th, 2026 at11:00 am more info
  • King’s College: Tuesday, October 20th, 2026 at11:30 am more info
  • Empire Beauty School – Whitehall: Tuesday, October 20th, 2026 at1:00 pm more info
  • St. Bonaventure University: Wednesday, October 21st, 2026 at8:00 am more info
  • Misericordia University: Thursday, October 22nd, 2026 at12:00 pm more info
  • Monmouth University: Thursday, October 22nd, 2026 at1:00 pm more info
  • Binghamton University, State University of New York: Friday, October 23rd, 2026 at11:30 am more info
  • The University of Scranton: Monday, October 26th, 2026 at10:00 am more info
  • East Stroudsburg University: Monday, October 26th, 2026 at12:00 pm more info
  • Gettysburg College: Monday, October 26th, 2026 at1:00 pm more info
  • Indiana University of Pennsylvania: Tuesday, October 27th, 2026 at12:00 pm more info
  • University of Chicago: Thursday, October 29th, 2026 at10:00 am more info
  • Muhlenberg College: Friday, October 30th, 2026 at1:30 pm more info

Attention Sophomores

Interested in building leadership skills, making new friends, and creating real change in your school and community? Apply to represent EHS at the HOBY PA-East Leadership Seminar!

When & Where: June 18–20, 2027 at Neumann University (Aston, PA)

Who: 10th Grade Students

How to Apply: Schedule a 15-minute interview via the Interview Booking Link or stop by the Counseling Office.

Interview Dates: Oct 23, 26, 27, & 30 (held in the Counseling Office)

Come prepared to discuss your leadership potential and interest in HOBY! Check out the links below for more information!

Peer Tutoring

If you are interested in meeting with a tutor for some extra help, please complete the 2026-27 Student Tutoring Request Form. Peer Tutoring will be offered during HHR on Monday, every other Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday in the Library. Tutoring is not available on Hornet Huddle days. Please visit your “Class of” Schoology Group for more information.

After-School Help Open to ALL Students

EHS is offering free after-school help twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Teachers and some students are available to help with homework, studying for exams, or improving the understanding of course material. Teachers will be available after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 -3:30 in the EHS library. 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.   

If needed, there is a late bus on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:15. If students need to utilize the late bus, they must sign up on this form before 10 am on the day they need to take the bus. We hope our students take advantage of this great opportunity to help them succeed academically at EHS!

Homeroom Help

Students are encouraged to work with their teachers during homeroom each day.  Homeroom is designed to provide time for students to get help, make up missing assignments or assessments, and spend time on homework.  Students should speak with their teachers to get passes when needed to go to teachers’ rooms for assistance.

NHS Peer Tutoring

We have fantastic NHS students available for individual or small group tutoring sessions.  Students who are interested in this NHS peer tutoring should email Ms. Lisa Wood to sign up.

Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) – October 20, 2026

Any students in grades 10-12 who are interested in finding out more about potential careers, in pursuing a career in the military, or meeting your ACT 158 graduation requirement, should consider taking the ASVAB. 

Please complete the October 2026 ASVAB Test Registration Form if you are interested in signing up for the ASVAB test.  The registration needs to be completed by October 13th.

If you have any questions, you can reach out to Mrs. Lucchesi-Wood or your Counselor.

Travel to France, Switzerland, and Italy in Summer 2027!

Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime? An exciting international trip to France, Switzerland, and Italy is planned for June 2027! An informational meeting for students who have not yet signed up will take place on Thursday, October 22, 2026. If you are interested in attending, head over to Room 015 and scan the QR code posted outside the door to fill out the Google Form. Be sure to scan and submit your interest before October 20th!

There will be a meeting for all students going on the June 2027 trip to France, Switzerland and Italy. This meeting is for travelers and a parent or guardian. The meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 4th at 6:30 PM in room 015. If you cannot attend the meeting, please email Mrs. Fraser.

Costa Rica Trip

Are you interested in travelling to Costa Rica in June 2028? Please attend the 1st informational meeting 10/16/26 at 6:30 PM in room 016. The second meeting will take place on 11/13/26 at 6:30 PM also in room 016. For more information, please see Mr. Montepeque in room 016.  For more information please Mr. Montepeque, Mrs Fraser, Mrs Sollenberger or Mrs. Aquino. Please use Door 8 by the Auditorium to enter the building.

Japan Trip

Ever want to go to Japan? Join us for a trip to the unforgettable Land of the Rising Sun… JAPAN.  The trip Includes Tokyo, Hiroshima, Kyoto, Mount Fuji, a day at Tokyo DisneySea, and more.  We are traveling in June 2028.  Feel free to contact Brent Ohl in room 141 or bohl@eastpennsd.org to sign up or for any questions. Flyers can also be found outside room 141.  Informational meeting date to be determined.  

Locker Request Form

This form serves as your formal request to secure a locker for the 2026-2027 school year.  Please Note:  Students are not automatically assigned a locker each year.  If a student wishes to have a locker, they must complete the locker request form each school year.  The Student Service Principal’s Offices will process the request and assign the locker.  Locker assignments are typically given in the order the requests are received.

Military Recruiter Visits

Starting October 1st, 2026, Emmaus High will be hosting military recruiters, allowing for the opportunity to speak with students who are interested in pursuing a path with the Armed Forces. The recruiters will be set up between Cafe 1 and Cafe 2 for the duration of Block 3 on the following recurring weekdays each month:

Army – 1st Thursday of the month

Marine Corps – 1st Wednesday of the month

Air Force – 2nd Tuesday of the month

The Air Force Reserve 2nd Thursday of the month. 

Navy – 1st Tuesday of the month

Army National Guard – 2nd Wednesday of the month

Coast Guard – 3rd Monday of the month

If you are interested in speaking with any of the recruiters, please visit their table set up during your lunch period. If you have any further questions, please reach out to Mrs. Jessica Durnin.

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. Sign up online using the  Late Bus Sign Up 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 andThursdays through the end of May.  The form will only accept responses on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:23am until the 11:30am deadline**

CLUBS:

EHS Math League

Do you like solving math puzzles and logic problems? Is math something you want to pursue in the future, or something you are simply curious about? Then you are invited to join the EHS Math League. Our first after school meeting is on Thursday 10/15 in room 248. If you can’t make the meeting, but are still interested, please email Mrs Adams (kadams@eastpennsd.org) or Mrs Kinzel (skinzel@eastpennsd.org) and join our schoology group (FB2H-ZP8S-Q2485) for more information on upcoming competitions and events.

No Place for Hate

No Place for Hate Club Meetings Mondays @ 2:30 in room 309: 10/19, 11/2,11/9,12/7,12/14

Bible Study

Join us for our Bible Study Club Meetings! We meet Wednesday mornings from 6:45-7:10am in Room 254 (please come to the counseling doors) and Thursday afternoons from 2:30-3pm in Room 229. All are welcome! Schoology Group Code: 22D5-XNX5-J3Q24

Upcoming Dates:

10/17/2026-PSAT

10/21/2026-Early Dismissal Students

10/30/2026-End of Marking Period 1

11/7/2026-SAT

11/11/2026-NHS Induction Ceremony

11/19/2026-EHS Winter Orchestra Concert 7:00-9:00

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