East Palestine City School District

DID YOU KNOW? You can grow up to be a competitive Bulldog swimmer!

Our Swim Team is an official high school sport! Young students can start early and build the necessary skills over time to officially compete on the high school roster, just as they would in other youth sporting programs!

Our Bulldogs officially kicked off Homecoming Weekend with some serious spirit at the Winter Pep Assembly!
From epic Dress to Impress looks to intense Wig Snatching and championship Musical Chairs, the energy was unmatched!
Now, bring on the rest of the weekend! Go Bulldogs!

Our Wall of Fame at EPES is filling up with some pretty incredible students!

These Bulldogs exemplify our Bulldog Rules every day. What a joy to celebrate their hard work in being Safe, Respectful, Responsible, Kind, and Cooperative!

This time of year, we know students have an increased chance of latching on to the germs that viciously circulate. Staying at home to recover is part of the process.
But if your student is absent, give the school office a quick call! Communication is key!
https://www.myepschools.org/page/attendance

🏀 Bulldog Basketball Schedule Alert & Homecoming Update! 👑
Attention East Palestine Community and Fans! Please note the following important schedule and game updates for this weekend:

🗓️ FRIDAY, JANUARY 9
Varsity Boys Basketball vs. Southern
Tip-Off Time: 5:30 PM (Note: Earlier start time!)
JV Game is CANCELED

Halftime Highlight: We will have an extended 15-minute halftime to introduce the 2026 EPHS Homecoming Court! Come celebrate our students!

🗓️ SATURDAY, JANUARY 10
Varsity Girls Basketball vs. Campbell Memorial
Tip-Off Time: 11:30 AM (Note: Morning game!)

Let's go, Bulldogs!

As part of School Board Recognition Month, we are highlighting our school board members for their commitment to our students and community. Thank you to the dedicated leaders who are scaling new heights in public education!
They play a crucial role in the education of our children. Please join us in saying “thank you” this January.
https://www.myepschools.org/page/board-members

Join us in honoring the newest inductees into the East Palestine School District Distinguished Hall of Fame:
**The 2009 4x100m State Champion Team (Dalton Cope, Jeff Farkas, Trevor Patterson, Shane Peterson & Coach Jim Young)
**Alexandra Casi
**Lori Montgomery-Cascio
**Elma Sutherin
**Sgt. Robert Wirks
**DJ Yokley

Recognition Night: Catch the on-court recognition ceremony on Friday, January 16th, between the JV and Varsity Boys Basketball game vs. United Local

Official Induction Luncheon: Join us Saturday, January 17th, at 11:30 a.m. in the EPES Cafeteria. Tickets must be purchased in advance and are $20 for adults and $10 for children (under 12). Please contact Allison Oltmann to secure your seats: allison.oltmann@myepschools.org or 330.426.5302

We hope the last 2 weeks have been filled with memories, laughter and relaxation!
It's back to school tomorrow!

As we transition into the new year, the East Palestine School District has made adjustments to a few of our transportation routes.

If your student's route is affected, you should have received a direct notification. To review the updated routes, please click the link below:
https://www.myepschools.org/page/bus-routes

We appreciate your cooperation as we implement these necessary adjustments!

A little birdie gave us some extra info for the Tournament of Roses Parade!

For the best possible sighting of Mrs. Mollenkopf and Mr. Zimmerman, watch KTLA 5 News' live stream at ktla.com for uninterrupted band coverage.
But you can also tune to NBC, ABC, Great American Family, Univision, and RFD TV.

The Band Director's Marching Band is expected at "TV Corner" around 12:30 PM, but tune in early to catch all the action!

Happy New Year, Bulldogs!

When you are enjoying the Tournament of Roses Parade on New Years Day, look for familiar faces. Our very own Band Directors, Mrs. Mollenkopf & Mr. Zimmerman, will be among 350 band directors from across the U.S. that will march in The Band Director's Marching Band. Way to go Mrs. Mollenkopf & Mr. Zimmerman, you make us proud!

Due to illnesses, this evening's game (12/30/2025) has been cancelled. Get healthy, Bulldogs!

Wishing our Bulldog Families a very Happy Holidays!

Thanks to you, our 3rd Annual Hometown Holiday production contributed over $1,400 to local charities!
We appreciate your generous donations and for celebrating the season with us!

Congratulations to the EPHS Winter Homecoming Court!
Linn McLaughlin, Bryce Giambrone, Ashton Trosky, Madilyn Zimmerman & Justin McCullough

Alyssa Dilling, Ayvre Klingensmith, Jordan Herstine, Landyn Cope, Olivia Dyke, Landen Davis, & Laney Bistarkey
Not Pictured: Alexis Ogle and Ethan Reed

Who had more fun at the EPMS Christmas Assembly?
A) The Students
B) The Staff
It was a tie!

From our amazing staff performing some stellar dance moves to the top song the year they graduated (cue the nostalgic cheers!), to the sheer volume of holiday spirit when gifts were awarded to students, to our 8th graders performing their legendary Bulldog version of the 12 Days of Christmas—the energy was non-stop!

We hope everyone has a joyful and restful winter break! Happy Holidays!

Surprise again!
Principal Clunen the Elf was causing mischief when students arrived at EPES today—snowballs were flying everywhere!

There's a lot of Christmas fun happening in Bulldog Country today!

Some of our elementary students enjoyed a special "Cookies and Crafts" event, hosted by the Project EP class from the high school. From decorating cookies to creating festive crafts, it was a blast! We love seeing our oldest students stepping up as leaders to inspire the next generation of Bulldogs.

Team Santa versus Team Grinch!
Our EPMS students received a surprise welcome to school this morning, along with a sweet treat!