Celebrate the everyday heroes who make our school cafeteria a bright spot for students! School Lunch Hero Day is the perfect time to show our appreciation for the amazing team that keeps our Bulldogs fueled and ready to learn.
We are so grateful for everything this team does to nourish our community. Happy School Lunch Hero Day!
We are so grateful for everything this team does to nourish our community. Happy School Lunch Hero Day!
Today, we are celebrating the incredible leaders who guide our buildings every day! Happy School Principals Day to the dedicated team heading our schools.
Being a principal is about much more than just administration—it’s about mentorship, safety, and creating an environment where every student can succeed. We want to send a huge "thank you" to:
Mrs. Vollnogle (Preschool)
Mr. Clunen (EPES)
Mr. Wells (EPMS)
Mr. Pavkovich & Mr. Cochran (EPHS)
Our Bulldogs are in great hands thanks to your hard work and heart. Please join us in the comments by sharing a favorite memory or a quick note of appreciation for these wonderful leaders!
Being a principal is about much more than just administration—it’s about mentorship, safety, and creating an environment where every student can succeed. We want to send a huge "thank you" to:
Mrs. Vollnogle (Preschool)
Mr. Clunen (EPES)
Mr. Wells (EPMS)
Mr. Pavkovich & Mr. Cochran (EPHS)
Our Bulldogs are in great hands thanks to your hard work and heart. Please join us in the comments by sharing a favorite memory or a quick note of appreciation for these wonderful leaders!
**May 9th - Dog Days 2026 is approaching quickly!**
Join us as we come together to showcase our Bulldog Pride throughout the community. This event is proudly hosted by the East Palestine School District and the Village of East Palestine.
It's all about teamwork, pride, leadership, and community!
Print the form, scan the QR code, or visit https://forms.gle/NzF5HSdNKzECjMYK6 to show your commitment today!
Do you have questions? Reach out at epdogdays@epschools.k12.oh.us
Join us as we come together to showcase our Bulldog Pride throughout the community. This event is proudly hosted by the East Palestine School District and the Village of East Palestine.
It's all about teamwork, pride, leadership, and community!
Print the form, scan the QR code, or visit https://forms.gle/NzF5HSdNKzECjMYK6 to show your commitment today!
Do you have questions? Reach out at epdogdays@epschools.k12.oh.us
Way to go, Bulldogs!
We are incredibly proud of Tanner Morrow, Braydon Plum, and Michael Morrison for their impressive showing at the Builders Association meeting. These three talented EPHS students were recognized for earning 3rd place in the Adirondack Chair Competition. Their hard work and craftsmanship truly represent the best of our district. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor!
We are incredibly proud of Tanner Morrow, Braydon Plum, and Michael Morrison for their impressive showing at the Builders Association meeting. These three talented EPHS students were recognized for earning 3rd place in the Adirondack Chair Competition. Their hard work and craftsmanship truly represent the best of our district. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor!
It’s one thing to learn about government in a textbook; it’s another to see it in action! Thirty of our EPMS Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) Club students recently traded the classroom for the halls of the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus.
From exploring the historic rotunda to learning about the legislative process, our members got an up-close look at how leaders shape the future of our state. It was an inspiring day of discovery, critical thinking, and civic engagement.
We are so proud of these bright minds for their curiosity and for representing our school with such excellence!
Once a Bulldog, always a Bulldog! The Class of 2026 is officially inviting the Class of 1976 to join them as honored guests at graduation on Saturday, May 23. The ceremony kicks off at 7:00 p.m., and we would love to see our 50-year alumni represented during this special milestone. Please let the Superintendent’s office know if you can attend by calling (330) 426-4191 or emailing Kasey.Kridler@myepschools.org. Once you RSVP, we will provide you with additional information regarding the evening's arrival and seating details.
Today is School Bus Driver Appreciation Day, and we want to give a massive shout-out to the incredible team that keeps our students moving every single day. From the first "good morning" to the final drop-off in the afternoon, our drivers are the heartbeat of the East Palestine City School District. They navigate every turn and every Ohio weather shift with one priority: keeping our Bulldogs safe and sound!
Please join us in celebrating these essential members of our school family by giving them a big wave at the bus stop or sharing a thank-you note. You can also drop a comment below to give a special shout-out to the driver who makes your student's day a little brighter. We truly have the best crew behind the wheel, and we are so grateful for their dedication and care!
Please join us in celebrating these essential members of our school family by giving them a big wave at the bus stop or sharing a thank-you note. You can also drop a comment below to give a special shout-out to the driver who makes your student's day a little brighter. We truly have the best crew behind the wheel, and we are so grateful for their dedication and care!
We hope it is a magical, memory-filled day for our students attending Prom!
Auditorium doors open at 5:00 to witness the beauty!
It's Prom Day!
But before the big day arrived, we focused on what mattered most: getting our students home safely.
We were honored to host The Safe Mobility Project via Akron Children’s Hospital. Our students engaged in vital simulations and discussions regarding safe driving practices, reinforcing the importance of staying focused behind the wheel during Prom season and beyond.
Let’s make this a night to remember for all the right reasons!
But before the big day arrived, we focused on what mattered most: getting our students home safely.
We were honored to host The Safe Mobility Project via Akron Children’s Hospital. Our students engaged in vital simulations and discussions regarding safe driving practices, reinforcing the importance of staying focused behind the wheel during Prom season and beyond.
Let’s make this a night to remember for all the right reasons!
Law Day! Honors Government students had the opportunity to go to the Columbiana Court of Common Pleas to witness the judiciary in real life. Students saw a police dog demonstration, sat in on an actual criminal sentencing, and were able to ask questions and interact with the judges, magistrates, police officers, and attorneys.
What an incredible opportunity for our Bulldogs!
Our Bulldogs had an incredible time at the Youngstown State University English Festival this week!
Our high school students kicked things off on Wednesday (4/22), followed by our middle school students on Thursday (4/23). It was an inspiring two days filled with workshops, competitive spirit, and the unique opportunity to meet world-class authors—including a special meet-and-greet with Randy Ribay!
We are also incredibly proud that some of our EPHS students were award winners this year!
Izzy Jones - 2nd Place Team, Connections
Kara Lewis - Honorable Mention, Journalism Workshop
Kristina Huffman - Honorable Mention, Impromptu Essay
Marley Haldiman - Honorable Mention, Writing Games
Congratulations to our winners and to every student who represented our district with such creativity and passion for the literary arts. Way to go, Bulldogs!
Our high school students kicked things off on Wednesday (4/22), followed by our middle school students on Thursday (4/23). It was an inspiring two days filled with workshops, competitive spirit, and the unique opportunity to meet world-class authors—including a special meet-and-greet with Randy Ribay!
We are also incredibly proud that some of our EPHS students were award winners this year!
Izzy Jones - 2nd Place Team, Connections
Kara Lewis - Honorable Mention, Journalism Workshop
Kristina Huffman - Honorable Mention, Impromptu Essay
Marley Haldiman - Honorable Mention, Writing Games
Congratulations to our winners and to every student who represented our district with such creativity and passion for the literary arts. Way to go, Bulldogs!
This afternoon, we’re hosting our annual Prom Mock Crash to educate our students on the importance of staying drug and alcohol-free. It is a sobering, live demonstration designed to show our students the real-world consequences of impaired driving. We are incredibly grateful to the East Palestine Fire Department, local EMTs, and our Police Department for volunteering their time to create this life-saving educational tool. Let’s work together to make this a safe and memorable prom season!
We are thrilled to share that our very own EPHS School Counselor, Mrs. Randolph, was selected as one of only 15 counselors to serve on the University of Akron’s Director's Council.
Mrs. Randolph spent time providing valuable feedback to the University Admissions Team and even caught up with UA President Nemer! The visit wrapped up with some networking (and a little fun) at an Akron RubberDucks game. We love seeing our staff representing our district at the collegiate level!
Mrs. Randolph spent time providing valuable feedback to the University Admissions Team and even caught up with UA President Nemer! The visit wrapped up with some networking (and a little fun) at an Akron RubberDucks game. We love seeing our staff representing our district at the collegiate level!
Our littlest Bulldogs were hard at work today, making a big difference! Our preschool students celebrated Earth Day by heading outside for an exciting nature scavenger hunt and a little community clean-up.
To top off the day, they officially released their butterflies into the wild! It was the perfect way to learn about taking care of our planet and the beautiful creatures we share it with!
To top off the day, they officially released their butterflies into the wild! It was the perfect way to learn about taking care of our planet and the beautiful creatures we share it with!
Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the incredible team keeping our district running smoothly!
We want to extend a huge thank you to Ms. Kasey Kridler, Mrs. Laura Boyer, Mrs. Janice Cartwright, and Mrs. MaryBeth DiCello for everything they do. From helping our students and staff to managing the daily details of our schools, they truly represent the heart of the Bulldog spirit. We are so grateful for their dedication, kindness, and hard work every single day.
Please join us in celebrating them and showing our appreciation for all they contribute to the East Palestine City School District!
We want to extend a huge thank you to Ms. Kasey Kridler, Mrs. Laura Boyer, Mrs. Janice Cartwright, and Mrs. MaryBeth DiCello for everything they do. From helping our students and staff to managing the daily details of our schools, they truly represent the heart of the Bulldog spirit. We are so grateful for their dedication, kindness, and hard work every single day.
Please join us in celebrating them and showing our appreciation for all they contribute to the East Palestine City School District!
Step behind the mask and join us for the 2026 EPHS Masquerade Ball Promenade! We invite the entire community to the EPHS Auditorium on Saturday, April 25th, to celebrate this year's prom attendees. Doors open to the public at 5:00 p.m., and the Promenade officially begins at 5:30 p.m.
We are so proud to recognize this year’s Prom Court: Zach Schnelle & Kacie Williams, Brady Brubaker & Gabby Kirbaugh, Jack Cope & Cami Kridler, and Logan Rose & Grace Clark. Congratulations to these outstanding students!
We look forward to seeing the community come out and show some Bulldog pride for an unforgettable evening!
We are so proud to recognize this year’s Prom Court: Zach Schnelle & Kacie Williams, Brady Brubaker & Gabby Kirbaugh, Jack Cope & Cami Kridler, and Logan Rose & Grace Clark. Congratulations to these outstanding students!
We look forward to seeing the community come out and show some Bulldog pride for an unforgettable evening!
We are incredibly proud to announce our latest group of students selected for the Kent State University Rising Scholars Program. This program provides first-generation college-bound students with the academic rigor, social support, and mentorship needed to excel at the university level and beyond.
These students have demonstrated impressive commitment to their future goals, and we can’t wait to see all they accomplish with the support of the KSU community. Please join us in celebrating their hard work and this exciting new chapter!
These students have demonstrated impressive commitment to their future goals, and we can’t wait to see all they accomplish with the support of the KSU community. Please join us in celebrating their hard work and this exciting new chapter!
The St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital *Smile Station* will be visiting EPMS & EPHS on May 5th and 6th. Informational packets were sent home with students last week. All necessary registration and consent forms must be returned by April 24th. Please contact our school nursing team with any questions.
The Community Color Run Fundraiser hosted by the East Palestine PTO is coming soon — and pre‑registration closes April 27th!
🎽 Must pre‑register to get your Race Kit!
Each kit includes a T‑shirt, sunglasses, color powder packet, stickers, and bracelet — everything you need to make the day bright, bold, and unforgettable!
📝 How to register:
• Online: There is a surcharge from the online platform RunSignup.com/Race/OH/EastPalestine/EastPalestinePTOColorRun
• Paper forms- no surcharge: Return to any of the three school buildings with cash, check, or Venmo payment.
Venmo: @EastPalestinePTO
• Paper Registration form link- https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hO3jA8r7SvOd6mD-C6jH6sykVlMWQnAdRZs-Y63UYis/edit?usp=sharing
💛 Don’t miss out — this is one of the most colorful, fun‑filled days of the year! Bring your family, your friends, and your Bulldog spirit — let’s make East Palestine shine!
🎽 Must pre‑register to get your Race Kit!
Each kit includes a T‑shirt, sunglasses, color powder packet, stickers, and bracelet — everything you need to make the day bright, bold, and unforgettable!
📝 How to register:
• Online: There is a surcharge from the online platform RunSignup.com/Race/OH/EastPalestine/EastPalestinePTOColorRun
• Paper forms- no surcharge: Return to any of the three school buildings with cash, check, or Venmo payment.
Venmo: @EastPalestinePTO
• Paper Registration form link- https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hO3jA8r7SvOd6mD-C6jH6sykVlMWQnAdRZs-Y63UYis/edit?usp=sharing
💛 Don’t miss out — this is one of the most colorful, fun‑filled days of the year! Bring your family, your friends, and your Bulldog spirit — let’s make East Palestine shine!
All week, the Class of 2028 will be selling tickets at EPMS during lunches for the fun events they will be hosting!
$12 per ticket
