{"id":19860,"date":"2026-02-11T12:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-02-11T17:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eastpennsd.org\/ehs\/?p=19860"},"modified":"2026-02-11T12:10:18","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T17:10:18","slug":"student-announcements-thursday-february-12-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.eastpennsd.org\/ehs\/article\/student-announcements-thursday-february-12-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Student Announcements-Thursday, February 12, 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

International Fair 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The World Language Department cordially invites you, your family, and your friends to the 2026 International Fair on Saturday, March 7th from 11-2!  Our language students have been hard at work getting everything prepared for another awesome cultural event.  As you can see from our poster, we will have cultural performances, ethnic food, arts & crafts, mini language lessons, an international bake sale, and a whole lot more!  Here is a link to a Google SlideShow with pics of the International Fair from previous years<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’d like to sign up to present at the fair, there’s still time.  You can find links and QR codes both in the slideshow and on the poster<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Girls Lacrosse<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There will be a Pre-Season Girls Lacrosse meeting on Thursday, February 12th after school at 2:45 PM in Mrs. Williams\u2019 classroom, Room 11. This meeting is open to any girls interested in playing lacrosse for the upcoming Spring season. Don\u2019t miss it!\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

East Penn Therapy Dogs Fundraiser<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

NEW EAST PENN THERAPY DOGS STORE-SHOP OUR <\/a>STORE<\/a> & SUPPORT OUR THERAPY DOGS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thank you for helping kick off our community-wide Therapy Dog campaign through your apparel purchase! Once your gear arrives, please help spread the word by sharing a photo or short video wearing your apparel. Dayne Buttafuoco is also happy to stop by to capture photos or video if helpful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Early purchases help build momentum for our Therapy Dog program. A sale will be offered in the coming weeks for families who may need a more affordable option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re also planning a district-wide Therapy Dog Day on April 30 in recognition of National Therapy Dog Day. More details coming soon!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Field Study<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Any 10th or 11th grade student interested in learning more about the Field Study program for the 26-27 school year should plan to attend one of the upcoming informational\u00a0meetings. Sessions will be held during HR on Wednesday 2\/18 and Friday 2\/20 in the BLACK BOX. Please get a pass from your HR teacher on the day of the session. Questions\u00a0about the program can be sent to Mrs. Duffy (kduffy@eastpennsd.org<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spring Musical<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tickets are now on sale for EHS’s\u00a0spring musical,\u00a0Jekyll & Hyde.\u00a0<\/em>\u00a0The show\u00a0runs March 24-29.\u00a0 Tickets are $14 for students and $16 for adults, and can be purchased on the EHS website.\u00a0Come out to support our cast, crew, and musicians!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shave for the Brave<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Be a hero for kids with cancer through the Emmaus Shave for the Brave on Friday, March 13,<\/strong> 2026<\/strong>! Our pediatric cancer fundraiser is a St. Baldrick\u2019s Foundation head-shaving event that raises money for invaluable research. Everyone is welcome in the EHS Gym, and our goal is to raise $100,000 through 100+ bald heads. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve never been to a St. Baldrick\u2019s event, prepare to experience something really special. All are welcome; we are so excited to celebrate life with you! Will you join us to conquer kids\u2019 cancer?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

St. Baldrick\u2019s is the top charitable funder of childhood cancer research grants in the U.S. and around the world\u2014sign up to shave your head as a \u201cshavee\u201d OR raise money while keeping your hair as a \u201cfundraising participant!\u201d Can\u2019t join us? Please make a generous donation to give kids the long, healthy lives they deserve: https:\/\/www.stbaldricks.org\/events\/emmaus9<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stay tuned to purchase t-shirts, long-sleeves, and hoodies; we\u2019ll advertise the link in early February! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spring Sports Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It is time for the Spring 2025-26 sports sign-ups There is a lot of important information in this email.  Please see below for all updates regarding sign-ups and impact testing.  Information regarding PIAA Sports physicals is also included.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

High School Spring Sports Sign-ups<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Link for 2025-2026 Spring Sports Sign-up Form is below.  The due date for students to fill out this form is February 8, 2026.  <\/strong>On February 9th, coaches will receive the sign-up lists via the google link to be able to add anyone interested in signing up and have not done so.  Coaches will have until February 22nd to add student-athletes.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spring Sports 25-26 Sign-up Link<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Impact Testing<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can be completed now.  7th\/8th\/9th\/11th\/new athletes and anyone who sustained a concussion within the past year and has not re-taken the impact baseline test will need to take it.  See instructions that are attached to this email.  Our impact testing coordinator is Tori Ruvolis.  Her email address is:  vruvolis@eastpennsd.org<\/a> should you have any questions<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SPRING Sport PIAA Physicals<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

PIAA physicals sponsored by the Lehigh Valley Health Network and Jefferson Hospitals <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Attached is the flyer for 2026 PIAA Spring Sports Physicals. Please feel free to distribute amongst your athletic community.  Refer to the attached letter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 A couple of highlights:<\/p>\n\n\n\n