What You Need to Know Before They Go… School Hours & Bell Schedules!
Before the first bell rings, make sure you know when the school day starts and ends. Our school hours and bell schedules are a little different this year, so now is the perfect time to take a look, plan ahead, and get those morning routines ready!
**Middle & High School: 7:45 a.m. – 2:35 p.m.
**Elementary: 8:45 a.m. – 3:35 p.m.
**Preschool: 8:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Bell schedules are also available: myepschools.org/page/bell-schedules
One less thing to figure out on the first day = one more step toward a great start!
Before the first bell rings, make sure you know when the school day starts and ends. Our school hours and bell schedules are a little different this year, so now is the perfect time to take a look, plan ahead, and get those morning routines ready!
**Middle & High School: 7:45 a.m. – 2:35 p.m.
**Elementary: 8:45 a.m. – 3:35 p.m.
**Preschool: 8:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Bell schedules are also available: myepschools.org/page/bell-schedules
One less thing to figure out on the first day = one more step toward a great start!
The first day of school is getting closer, Bulldogs! Before we officially kick off the 2026–2027 school year, we have a few opportunities for students and families to get ready, find their way around, and meet our staff on August 20th!
OPEN HOUSES — 4:00–6:00 p.m.
All East Palestine School District buildings
FRESHMAN & NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION — 4:00 p.m. in the EPHS Auditorium
PRESCHOOL ORIENTATION — 5:30 PM in the EPES Media Center
MEDICATION DROP-OFF & HEALTH INFO
Staff from the Akron Children’s Clinic will be on-site during Open Houses for medication drop-off.
Please Note: If your student has asthma, seizures, diabetes, or major allergies, an up-to-date action plan signed by a doctor is required.
These events are a great chance to get familiar with the school, connect with teachers and staff, and make sure everyone feels ready for day one. We can't wait to see you!
OPEN HOUSES — 4:00–6:00 p.m.
All East Palestine School District buildings
FRESHMAN & NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION — 4:00 p.m. in the EPHS Auditorium
PRESCHOOL ORIENTATION — 5:30 PM in the EPES Media Center
MEDICATION DROP-OFF & HEALTH INFO
Staff from the Akron Children’s Clinic will be on-site during Open Houses for medication drop-off.
Please Note: If your student has asthma, seizures, diabetes, or major allergies, an up-to-date action plan signed by a doctor is required.
These events are a great chance to get familiar with the school, connect with teachers and staff, and make sure everyone feels ready for day one. We can't wait to see you!
Friday, August 21st is just around the corner, and so is The Bulldog Blitz!
Come out and support your class while enjoying some incredible local eats from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.! Get ready for the EPHS Battle of the Classes – Food Truck War!
Freshmen – What’s Grandpa Smokin’
Sophomores – Kip’s Tacos
Juniors – Frytanic
Seniors – Tra’s Gourmet Sandwiches
All 4 Classes – The Ice Box
Mark your calendars and bring your appetite. Let’s make this Bulldog Blitz one to remember! And when the Food Truck War wraps up, stick around and head into the stadium to cheer on our Bulldogs as they take on Shadyside!
Which class are you rooting for?
Come out and support your class while enjoying some incredible local eats from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.! Get ready for the EPHS Battle of the Classes – Food Truck War!
Freshmen – What’s Grandpa Smokin’
Sophomores – Kip’s Tacos
Juniors – Frytanic
Seniors – Tra’s Gourmet Sandwiches
All 4 Classes – The Ice Box
Mark your calendars and bring your appetite. Let’s make this Bulldog Blitz one to remember! And when the Food Truck War wraps up, stick around and head into the stadium to cheer on our Bulldogs as they take on Shadyside!
Which class are you rooting for?
What You Need to Know Before They Go...
We're counting down to the first day of school!
Over the next two weeks, we'll be sharing the information that East Palestine families need to start the 2026–2027 school year prepared and ready to go!
First up: THE CALENDAR
Save this post for quick reference on upcoming important dates, and visit our website for the most up-to-date district calendar throughout the school year.
https://www.myepschools.org/events
We're counting down to the first day of school!
Over the next two weeks, we'll be sharing the information that East Palestine families need to start the 2026–2027 school year prepared and ready to go!
First up: THE CALENDAR
Save this post for quick reference on upcoming important dates, and visit our website for the most up-to-date district calendar throughout the school year.
https://www.myepschools.org/events
Welcome to the Bulldog family!
We’re excited to welcome our newest staff members to the East Palestine School District, Ms. Copestick & Dr. Brown. Today’s New Staff Orientation included getting to know our district, our community, and the people who make it special.
We’re so glad you’re here! Please join us in giving them a warm East Palestine welcome!
We’re excited to welcome our newest staff members to the East Palestine School District, Ms. Copestick & Dr. Brown. Today’s New Staff Orientation included getting to know our district, our community, and the people who make it special.
We’re so glad you’re here! Please join us in giving them a warm East Palestine welcome!
FAST FACT FRIDAY
The East Palestine School District serves a community that spans 31 square miles.
Every school day, our team is dedicated to serving students and families across that entire area—providing transportation, educational opportunities, and the support our Bulldogs need to succeed. It's all part of our commitment to serving every student, every day.
Fast Fact Friday is our way of helping our community learn more about East Palestine Schools—one fact at a time.
The East Palestine School District serves a community that spans 31 square miles.
Every school day, our team is dedicated to serving students and families across that entire area—providing transportation, educational opportunities, and the support our Bulldogs need to succeed. It's all part of our commitment to serving every student, every day.
Fast Fact Friday is our way of helping our community learn more about East Palestine Schools—one fact at a time.
We're excited to share that breakfast and lunch will once again be FREE for all East Palestine students during the upcoming school year!
Providing healthy, nutritious meals helps our students start each day ready to learn and gives them the energy they need to succeed. We're proud to continue offering this benefit to support our students and families, and we can't wait to welcome everyone back for another great year!
Providing healthy, nutritious meals helps our students start each day ready to learn and gives them the energy they need to succeed. We're proud to continue offering this benefit to support our students and families, and we can't wait to welcome everyone back for another great year!
Are you ready for some football!?
Meet the 2026 Bulldog Football Team & Coaches on Monday, August 3rd at 6:00 p.m. in Reid Memorial Stadium!
Then.....on Friday, August 21st during our Bulldog Blitz event, you'll have the chance to meet our other fall athletes at 6:00 p.m. in Reid Memorial Stadium!
Come on out and let's show our Bulldog Pride!
Meet the 2026 Bulldog Football Team & Coaches on Monday, August 3rd at 6:00 p.m. in Reid Memorial Stadium!
Then.....on Friday, August 21st during our Bulldog Blitz event, you'll have the chance to meet our other fall athletes at 6:00 p.m. in Reid Memorial Stadium!
Come on out and let's show our Bulldog Pride!
Let’s go Bulldogs!
Are you ready to cheer on our athletes this fall.....What better way to enjoy all the events than with an athletic pass? Mrs. Cindy Dunn will be available on August 8th and August 13th at the Board of Education Office, located at 200 West North Ave., from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Passes will also be available at the first home volleyball game and the first home football game.
Are you ready to cheer on our athletes this fall.....What better way to enjoy all the events than with an athletic pass? Mrs. Cindy Dunn will be available on August 8th and August 13th at the Board of Education Office, located at 200 West North Ave., from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Passes will also be available at the first home volleyball game and the first home football game.
**Attention Basketball Camp Participants!**
Due to the possibility of severe weather this afternoon, we are prioritizing the safety of our players. As a result, today's youth basketball camp has been canceled. We will resume camp on Wednesday and Thursday. We look forward to seeing you on the court!
Due to the possibility of severe weather this afternoon, we are prioritizing the safety of our players. As a result, today's youth basketball camp has been canceled. We will resume camp on Wednesday and Thursday. We look forward to seeing you on the court!
It's time to log in to FinalForms and update all necessary paperwork in preparation for the first day of school! This will also help our district with planning transportation routes.
Make sure your student is "in the green." Don’t forget that your student needs to sign off on some forms as well!
You can access FinalForms at the following link: https://eastpalestinecity-oh.finalforms.com/
Make sure your student is "in the green." Don’t forget that your student needs to sign off on some forms as well!
You can access FinalForms at the following link: https://eastpalestinecity-oh.finalforms.com/
📅 A New School Day is Coming to East Palestine Schools!
As we prepare for an exciting 2026-2027 school year, we'd like to share an important update with our Bulldog families.
Beginning this fall, East Palestine Schools will follow a new daily schedule with updated start and dismissal times for each building. We know that changes to daily routines take planning, so we're sharing this information early to help families prepare for a smooth start to the school year.
2026-2027 School Hours
🖍️ Preschool
• Doors Open: 8:30 a.m.
• School Day: 8:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.
📚 Elementary School
• Doors Open: 8:30 a.m.
• School Day: 8:45 a.m. – 3:35 p.m.
🎓 Middle & High School
• Doors Open: 7:30 a.m.
• School Day: 7:45 a.m. – 2:35 p.m.
We'll continue sharing helpful reminders, transportation updates, FAQs, and everything you need to know before the first day of school.
Thank you for your continued partnership as we prepare for another great year. We can't wait to welcome our Bulldogs back this August!
As we prepare for an exciting 2026-2027 school year, we'd like to share an important update with our Bulldog families.
Beginning this fall, East Palestine Schools will follow a new daily schedule with updated start and dismissal times for each building. We know that changes to daily routines take planning, so we're sharing this information early to help families prepare for a smooth start to the school year.
2026-2027 School Hours
🖍️ Preschool
• Doors Open: 8:30 a.m.
• School Day: 8:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.
📚 Elementary School
• Doors Open: 8:30 a.m.
• School Day: 8:45 a.m. – 3:35 p.m.
🎓 Middle & High School
• Doors Open: 7:30 a.m.
• School Day: 7:45 a.m. – 2:35 p.m.
We'll continue sharing helpful reminders, transportation updates, FAQs, and everything you need to know before the first day of school.
Thank you for your continued partnership as we prepare for another great year. We can't wait to welcome our Bulldogs back this August!
Save the Date, Bulldog Nation! Mark your calendars for Friday, August 21st! The East Palestine School District is thrilled to introduce the Bulldog Blitz—a brand-new, community-wide celebration!
We’re taking our traditional Back-to-School Bash to the next level by bringing together current students, families, community partners, and our amazing alumni for an unforgettable evening of Bulldog pride.
This exciting night will feature:
**Our annual back-to-school celebration
**The electric energy of our home opener football game
** A special welcome back for our alumni!
Calling all Fall Athletic & Band Alumni: We want you there! Use the link below to register and join the celebration.
https://forms.gle/wRjV1YpiApD1A5N16
Let’s kick off the school year and the season stronger than ever. See you there!
We’re taking our traditional Back-to-School Bash to the next level by bringing together current students, families, community partners, and our amazing alumni for an unforgettable evening of Bulldog pride.
This exciting night will feature:
**Our annual back-to-school celebration
**The electric energy of our home opener football game
** A special welcome back for our alumni!
Calling all Fall Athletic & Band Alumni: We want you there! Use the link below to register and join the celebration.
https://forms.gle/wRjV1YpiApD1A5N16
Let’s kick off the school year and the season stronger than ever. See you there!
Supply Lists are ready to go! Check them out!
https://www.myepschools.org/o/epes/page/supply-lists
https://www.myepschools.org/o/epms/page/epms-supply-lists
https://www.myepschools.org/o/epes/page/supply-lists
https://www.myepschools.org/o/epms/page/epms-supply-lists
Our preschool team is seeking a long-term substitute to join the fun! Apply today!
https://www.myepschools.org/page/current-openings
https://www.myepschools.org/page/current-openings
Looking for a way to beat the intense heat this week?
Come hang out in our air-conditioned cafeteria!
Our Summer Meal Program is serving up free, fresh breakfasts and lunches for all kids and teens under 18. Skip the hot kitchen, stay cool, and enjoy a great meal with friends.
📍 Where: High School Cafeteria (Use Door HS-1)
📅 Days: Monday - Thursday
⏰ Times: Breakfast 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | Lunch 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Come hang out in our air-conditioned cafeteria!
Our Summer Meal Program is serving up free, fresh breakfasts and lunches for all kids and teens under 18. Skip the hot kitchen, stay cool, and enjoy a great meal with friends.
📍 Where: High School Cafeteria (Use Door HS-1)
📅 Days: Monday - Thursday
⏰ Times: Breakfast 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | Lunch 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
There is still time to register for our Summer Wellness Day!
Join us on July 9th from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. to get your student's yearly check-up, sports physical, immunizations, and more taken care of conveniently in the EPHS Media Center.
We are proud to partner with Akron Children's Hospital to offer these essential services to our community.
Appointments are required!
Call 330-543-7242
Join us on July 9th from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. to get your student's yearly check-up, sports physical, immunizations, and more taken care of conveniently in the EPHS Media Center.
We are proud to partner with Akron Children's Hospital to offer these essential services to our community.
Appointments are required!
Call 330-543-7242
Hey 4th-grade families! Did you know your student can visit over 50 Ohio history museums and sites for FREE?
The America 250-Ohio 4th Grade History Pass gets your child free admission (with a paying adult) through August 31, 2026! It's the perfect way to bring history lessons to life!
👇 Download your student's pass and see the full list of sites here:
https://america250-ohio.org/fourth-grade-pass/
The America 250-Ohio 4th Grade History Pass gets your child free admission (with a paying adult) through August 31, 2026! It's the perfect way to bring history lessons to life!
👇 Download your student's pass and see the full list of sites here:
https://america250-ohio.org/fourth-grade-pass/
SUMMER WELLNESS DAY IS COMING!
Don't wait until the August rush! Join us on July 9th from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. to get your student's sports physicals, yearly check-ups, immunizations, and more taken care of right here in the EPHS Media Center.
We are proud to partner with Akron Children's Hospital to offer these essential services to our community.
Appointments are required! Call 330-543-7242 to lock in your time slot.
Don't wait until the August rush! Join us on July 9th from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. to get your student's sports physicals, yearly check-ups, immunizations, and more taken care of right here in the EPHS Media Center.
We are proud to partner with Akron Children's Hospital to offer these essential services to our community.
Appointments are required! Call 330-543-7242 to lock in your time slot.
We are proud to be hosting THRIVE's Summer All-Star High School Musical Program at the EPHS Auditorium.
Check out the talented students from six local schools, including some of our very own from EPHS!!
Tonight at 7 p.m.
Saturday at 7 p.m.
Sunday at 2 p.m.
