{"id":19707,"date":"2025-12-03T12:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-03T17:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eastpennsd.org\/ehs\/?p=19707"},"modified":"2025-12-03T12:01:27","modified_gmt":"2025-12-03T17:01:27","slug":"student-announcements-thursday-december-4-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.eastpennsd.org\/ehs\/article\/student-announcements-thursday-december-4-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Student Announcements-Thursday, December 4, 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Theater Auditions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Auditions for EHS&#8217;s spring musical, Jekyll &amp; Hyde, will be held Thursday, 12\/11, Friday, 12\/12 and Monday 12\/15.\u00a0 Audition information and materials can be found on the Theater Dept. Schoology page.\u00a0 Audition forms must be submitted to Mrs. Kuebler by 11 AM on Monday, 12\/8.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Shoe Drive<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you have gently used shoes gathering dust in your closet? Here\u2019s a simple, impactful way to declutter and support a local child\u2019s dream!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>National Honor Society is hosting a Shoe Drive to help 5-year-old, Renna, a&nbsp;local&nbsp;special needs child, raise funds for her much-needed service dog. Every pair of shoes you donate helps her reach her goal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Find out more:<\/strong>\u00a0Learn about Renna&#8217;s inspiring story and the impact of the service dog on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wfmz.com\/news\/area\/lehighvalley\/lehigh-county\/western-lehigh-county\/macungie-mom-hosts-shoe-drive-for-daughters-service-dog-fundraising-efforts\/article_12f82d07-ebe8-4926-b4b7-4d92e5fd81d1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>WFMZ<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0or follow her story on Instagram\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/rennascorner\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">@rennascorner<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Condition:<\/strong>\u00a0Any type of shoes can be in\u00a0<strong>new or good condition<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Preparation:<\/strong>\u00a0Please\u00a0<strong>secure pairs<\/strong>\u00a0with a rubber band or by tying the laces together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Drop-off Location:<\/strong>\u00a0Outside\u00a0<strong>Mrs. Kaunitz\u2019s Room (216)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Deadline:<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>December 17th.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you for helping us help Renna take this life-changing step!<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Emerging Health Professionals, Animal Science, and Future Educators Presentation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There will be an information session for any current 10th and 11<sup>th<\/sup>\u00a0grade students interested in learning more about the 2026\/27\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lcti.org\/prospective-student-course\/emerging-health-professionals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Emerging Health Professionals<\/a>,\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lcti.org\/prospective-student-course\/animal-sciences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Animal Sciences<\/a>, and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lcti.org\/prospective-student-course\/future-educators\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Future Educators<\/a>\u00a0programs offered through LCTI on December 5<sup>th<\/sup>\u00a0from 1:30 to 2:25.\u00a0If you are interested in attending, please sign up in the counseling office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Gingerbread House Showdown<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Get Ready for the Ultimate Gingerbread House Showdown!<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hey Hornets! Habitat for Humanity is bringing some&nbsp;<em>sweet competition<\/em>&nbsp;your way \u2014 it\u2019s time for the&nbsp;<strong>Gingerbread House Contest<\/strong><strong>!&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong>&nbsp;December 10th (during Homeroom)<br><strong>Where:<\/strong>&nbsp;The Cafeteria<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Teams:<\/strong>&nbsp;Up to 6 people<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Show off your building and decorating skills as you compete for&nbsp;<strong>three awesome titles:<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>&nbsp;Most Creative<br>&nbsp;Most Festive<br>&nbsp;Best Overall<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(Each team can only win one category \u2014 but hey, one win is all it takes for glory and prizes!)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>&nbsp;Winning teams&nbsp;<\/strong>will be notified, and prizes can be picked up from<strong>&nbsp;Miss Russo in Room 229.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Supplies will be provided<\/strong>, but you\u2019re welcome to bring your own extra candy for that personal touch! (Just remember \u2014 everything must be school-appropriate!) No hot glue guns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry Fee:<\/strong>&nbsp;$30 per team<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pay by\u00a0<strong>cash or check<\/strong>\u00a0(made out to\u00a0<em>Emmaus High School<\/em>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Include\u00a0<em>\u201cHabitat for Humanity \/ your school ID number and name\u201d<\/em>\u00a0in the memo line<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payments go to\u00a0Miss<strong>\u00a0Russo, Room 229<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payment due by\u00a0<strong>December 8<sup>th<\/sup><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to Enter:<\/strong><br>Only&nbsp;<strong>one team member<\/strong>&nbsp;needs to fill out the <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSdaL3Qp2FAPVMHxXy-3dcIO8eVTcl-5bOGVNGvdDK70LRf-Ag\/viewform\">sign-up form<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Forms are due\u00a0<strong>by December 5th<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once your form is approved, you\u2019ll get a\u00a0<strong>confirmation email<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 this is your\u00a0<strong>homeroom pass<\/strong>\u00a0for December 10th!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>So, grab your best builders, unleash your inner pastry architect, and make something&nbsp;<em>ginger-tastic<\/em>&nbsp;\u2014 all for a great cause!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Deadline to sign up: December 5th<\/strong><strong><br>Deadline to pay: December 8th<br>Contest Day: December 10<sup>th<\/sup><\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s build some houses and spread some holiday cheer for Habitat for Humanity!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Red Cross<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that a blood transfusion is needed every two seconds in the U.S.?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The EHS Red Cross Club will be sponsoring a blood drive at Miller-Keystone Blood Centers from November 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026.&nbsp; Our goal&nbsp;is to donate 100 units. Students and staff are encouraged&nbsp;to participate! After donating, bring your proof to room 016 and you&#8217;ll receive a goodie bag!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Schedule your appointment by calling 800-223-6667 and mentioning&nbsp;<strong><u>Group ID 3345<\/u><\/strong>, or visit&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/giveapint.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GIVEaPINT.org<\/a>&nbsp;and include<strong><u>&nbsp;Group ID 3345<\/u><\/strong>&nbsp;in the notes section of the form, or scan the QR code found in fliers around school.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The nearest donation center is located at:&nbsp;1255 S. Cedar Crest Blvd., Ste 1300 | Allentown.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you for donating!&nbsp; Your donation will help save the life of someone in our community!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Peer Tutoring<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are interested in meeting with a tutor, please complete the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/VxgTJdegzaz72uu88\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2025-26 Student Tutoring Request Form<\/a>.\u00a0 Peer Tutoring will be offered during HHR on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday in the Library.\u00a0 Please visit your \u201cClass of\u201d Schoology Group for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Trip to Japan<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ever want to go to Japan?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join us for a trip to the unforgettable Land of the Rising Sun&#8230; JAPAN.&nbsp; The trip Includes Tokyo, Hiroshima, Kyoto, Mount Fuji, a day at Tokyo DisneySea, and more.&nbsp; We are traveling in June 2027.&nbsp; Feel free to contact Brent Ohl in room 141 or&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:bohl@eastpennsd.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bohl@eastpennsd.org<\/a>&nbsp;to sign up or for any questions.&nbsp; Flyers can also be found outside room 141.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>An unforgettable adventure in Italy &amp; Greece!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re thrilled to share that an Emmaus High School group is heading to Italy &amp; Greece in June 2027, and we\u2019d love for your student to join us! This is an incredible opportunity for students to explore new places, experience different cultures, and gain lifelong skills like independence and confidence. For more information, including what we\u2019ll see and do, trip costs, and how to secure a spot on this trip, please reach out to Mrs Kinzel\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:skinzel@eastpennsd.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">skinzel@eastpennsd.org<\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Academic Support for All Students<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>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.\u00a0\u00a0 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 LATE BUS SIGN UPS 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!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bus Information<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If a student is riding home on another student&#8217;s bus, both students must have a parent note granting permission. The parent note needs to include both students&#8217; names, the bus number, and the date on which they will be riding together. There must also be a parent&#8217;s signature on each note. Together, first thing in the morning, both students must go to one of their AP offices for approval.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All students who ride the bus must promptly report to the bus platform when the bell rings at 2:25 PM. If you miss your bus at the end of the day, buses will not be called back to pick you up. You will be responsible for your own transportation home once buses depart from EHS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Late Bus<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The late bus will run Tuesdays and Thursdays. The bus picks up around 3:15pm at door #4.&nbsp; You may only use the late bus for clubs or detention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sign up online using the<a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/DBd2CWw1oUAJvan4A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;&nbsp;Late Bus Sign Up<\/a>&nbsp;in Schoology under&nbsp;<strong>the Materials section<\/strong>&nbsp;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&nbsp;<strong>through the end of May<\/strong>.<strong>&nbsp; The form will only accept responses on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:23am until the 10:30am deadline**<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Chromebook \/ IT Help<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The IT department will hold Chromebook support for students during Hornet Homeroom (10:18 \u2013 10:55) and from 2 to 2:30 pm outside the library entrance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>**&nbsp;<u>Mondays only<\/u>, there will be NO tech support during Hornet homeroom,&nbsp;<u>ONLY AT 2-2:30PM&nbsp;<\/u>**<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>CLUBS:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Collage Magazine<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The next meeting for Collage Magazine will be on Thursday, December 4th from 2:30-3:30 in room 219!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Club<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tentative meeting schedule until the Christmas holiday break,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tuesday December 9th&#8211;2:30&#8211;Angel Network Basket Packing at Holy Spirit. RSVP so we can let Angel Network know how many volunteers we will have?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wednesday December 10th&#8211;Special Needs Christmas Party.&nbsp;RSVP so we can let Angel Network know how many volunteers we will have? I believe they need about 7-9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Saturday December 13th&#8211;10:00am to 2:00pm&#8211;Macungie Holiday Event&#8211;Please consider as they are looking for approximately 150 volunteers and it&#8217;s a great opportunity for volunteer&nbsp;hours.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tuesday December 16th&#8211;2:30pm Officers will be starting the meeting and I should be there for 3:30pm. Full Member Meeting. Last meeting before Christmas break. Brief agenda, discussion about past due dues, and what that means as a member in good standing and upcoming officer positions for the February\/March election. Plan for your transportation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Global Citizens Club<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thursday, December 6 (learn about the Philippines)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tuesday, December 18 (gingerbread-making!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After school in room 13\/Mrs. Kita&#8217;s room, 2:30-3:15<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember to sign up for the late bus as needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make new friends from near and far. Learn about a new place and culture. Actively contribute to a more connected world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Schoology code:&nbsp;<strong>DCGM-QKFN-JF7D5<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bible Study<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We meet Wednesday mornings in Room 254 from 6:45-7:10am (you can enter through the counseling doors) and Thursday afternoons in Room 229 from 2:30-3:15pm.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SAT Prep<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The math club will be offering SAT Prep for all EHS students interested in working on their SAT &amp; PSAT test taking skills.&nbsp; SAT Prep will be offered every Friday during homeroom in the MMR.&nbsp; If interested, please join the Schoology group&nbsp;<strong>QPVB-R6P5-VTM9B&nbsp;<\/strong>and then register to attend on the schoology group page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Interact Club will continue to collect soda tabs for the Ronald McDonald House.&nbsp;Tabs can be dropped&nbsp;off outside of 216.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Habitat for Humanity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Habitat for Humanity will be selling donuts for $2 and Celsius for $3 before&nbsp;school in the HIVE Thursday mornings. Bring cash.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Upcoming Dates:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Evening of Theater-12\/5\/2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SAT-12\/6\/2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Winter Choral Concert-12\/9\/2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Early Dismissal-12\/19\/2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>District Closed-12\/22-1\/2\/2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>End of MP 2-1\/23\/2026<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Theater Auditions Auditions for EHS&#8217;s spring musical, Jekyll &amp; Hyde, will be held Thursday, 12\/11, Friday, 12\/12 and Monday 12\/15.\u00a0 Audition information and materials can be found on the Theater Dept. Schoology page.\u00a0 Audition forms must be submitted to Mrs. Kuebler by 11 AM on Monday, 12\/8. 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