Let's give a huge round of applause to Mrs. Cathy Ross, who is retiring after 26 remarkable years with the East Palestine School District and more than 34 years of service to our Bulldog community!
Throughout her years of dedication, Mrs. Ross served as Assistant to the Treasurer and at one time was a member of the East Palestine Board of Education. Her commitment to our district extended well beyond one role, and her contributions have helped shape our schools and community over the years.
Thank you, Mrs. Ross, for more than three decades of dedication, hard work, and service to East Palestine. Your presence will certainly be missed, but we wish you nothing but happiness as you begin this well-deserved next chapter. Enjoy retirement!
Throughout her years of dedication, Mrs. Ross served as Assistant to the Treasurer and at one time was a member of the East Palestine Board of Education. Her commitment to our district extended well beyond one role, and her contributions have helped shape our schools and community over the years.
Thank you, Mrs. Ross, for more than three decades of dedication, hard work, and service to East Palestine. Your presence will certainly be missed, but we wish you nothing but happiness as you begin this well-deserved next chapter. Enjoy retirement!
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Our teachers showed up for our students! During the 2025–26 school year, East Palestine teachers had an attendance rate of 95%.
Every day matters, and we’re proud of the dedication our teachers bring to Bulldog Country!
Our teachers showed up for our students! During the 2025–26 school year, East Palestine teachers had an attendance rate of 95%.
Every day matters, and we’re proud of the dedication our teachers bring to Bulldog Country!
Ready to hit the mat? There’s still time to sign up for EPYSA Youth Wrestling! Registration is open for students in grades K–6, but the deadline is quickly approaching.
Register by November 1 at www.epyouthsports.com and get ready for wrestling season!
Register by November 1 at www.epyouthsports.com and get ready for wrestling season!
Basketball season is right around the corner! Are you ready to cheer on our athletes this winter? What better way to enjoy the action and support our Bulldogs than with an athletic pass!
Mrs. Cindy Dunn will be available at the Board of Education Office (200 West North Avenue) to help you purchase your pass on the following dates:
November 4: 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
November 11 & 18: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Get ready to fill the stands and cheer on our Bulldogs this winter!
Mrs. Cindy Dunn will be available at the Board of Education Office (200 West North Avenue) to help you purchase your pass on the following dates:
November 4: 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
November 11 & 18: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Get ready to fill the stands and cheer on our Bulldogs this winter!
Mark Your Calendars!
Our talented students across the district are gearing up for an exciting series of upcoming performances! From November assemblies and one-act plays to holiday concerts and winter musicals, there are plenty of opportunities to support our East Palestine Performing Arts Department.
Our talented students across the district are gearing up for an exciting series of upcoming performances! From November assemblies and one-act plays to holiday concerts and winter musicals, there are plenty of opportunities to support our East Palestine Performing Arts Department.
Congratulations to Dr. James Rook on being named a recipient of the Ohio School Counselor Association’s 2026 Administrator Appreciation Award! This statewide recognition honors his leadership and support of school counselors and their important role in student success.
We’re proud to see East Palestine represented among this year’s honorees!
We’re proud to see East Palestine represented among this year’s honorees!
🐾🧡 BULLDOG BELONGING: Wear Your Pride, Feel Like You Belong! 🧡🐾
Calling all East Palestine Bulldog families, alumni, and community members!
Do you have Bulldog T-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, or other school-spirit clothing tucked away in your closet that no longer fits, hasn’t been worn in years, or is simply collecting dust? We would love to give those items a NEW PURPOSE!
As part of our *Bulldog Belonging* initiative, donated new or gently used, clean school-spirit clothing will help welcome new students and support middle and high school students who unexpectedly need a change of clothes during the school day. Your donation can do more than clear out a closet—it can help a student feel comfortable, confident, included, and proud to be a Bulldog!
Once a Bulldog, Always a Bulldog!
*Donations can be dropped off at the EPMS or EPHS Offices
Calling all East Palestine Bulldog families, alumni, and community members!
Do you have Bulldog T-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, or other school-spirit clothing tucked away in your closet that no longer fits, hasn’t been worn in years, or is simply collecting dust? We would love to give those items a NEW PURPOSE!
As part of our *Bulldog Belonging* initiative, donated new or gently used, clean school-spirit clothing will help welcome new students and support middle and high school students who unexpectedly need a change of clothes during the school day. Your donation can do more than clear out a closet—it can help a student feel comfortable, confident, included, and proud to be a Bulldog!
Once a Bulldog, Always a Bulldog!
*Donations can be dropped off at the EPMS or EPHS Offices
It's He-Man Volleyball Time!
The EPHS Student Council is hosting the annual event on Monday 10/26 at 6 p.m.
Admission is $5 to see the Junior Boys compete against the Senior Boys
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The East Palestine School District's Special Education Department recently earned the “Meets Requirements” designation on the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce’s Annual Special Education Rating Report — the highest designation a district can achieve!
We’re proud of this accomplishment and the work our team does every day to support our students and help them reach their full potential!
The East Palestine School District's Special Education Department recently earned the “Meets Requirements” designation on the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce’s Annual Special Education Rating Report — the highest designation a district can achieve!
We’re proud of this accomplishment and the work our team does every day to support our students and help them reach their full potential!
A little kindness can go a long way!
Parents and families, don’t forget to check out our YouUplift Kindness Wall for East Palestine Middle School! It’s a great place to spread positivity, share encouragement, and help make our school community a little brighter. It’s also a great resource for staying up to date on upcoming events, programs, and opportunities at the middle school!
Visit the Kindness Wall and help us keep the positivity going! https://youuplift.com/east-palestine-middle-kindness-wall/
Parents and families, don’t forget to check out our YouUplift Kindness Wall for East Palestine Middle School! It’s a great place to spread positivity, share encouragement, and help make our school community a little brighter. It’s also a great resource for staying up to date on upcoming events, programs, and opportunities at the middle school!
Visit the Kindness Wall and help us keep the positivity going! https://youuplift.com/east-palestine-middle-kindness-wall/
Thank you to everyone who joined us this morning for our Senior Citizen Breakfast! It was a wonderful morning of good food, great company, and meaningful connections.
A special shoutout to our students who participated and spent time with our guests. You did an amazing job and helped make the morning extra special! We’re so proud of the way you represented East Palestine Schools.
Thank you to our senior community for spending your morning with us. We look forward to seeing you again next year!
A special shoutout to our students who participated and spent time with our guests. You did an amazing job and helped make the morning extra special! We’re so proud of the way you represented East Palestine Schools.
Thank you to our senior community for spending your morning with us. We look forward to seeing you again next year!
Get your costumes ready, Bulldogs! The annual Trunk or Treat is coming up on Wednesday, October 28!
Join us in the EPES parking lot from 5–6 p.m. (or until the candy runs out!) for an evening filled with trick-or-treating, fun, and some spooktacular costumes!
We can’t wait to see our EP students and families dressed in their coolest, creepiest, and most creative costumes! Mark your calendars, grab your candy bags, and get ready for a frightfully fun evening in Bulldog Country!
Join us in the EPES parking lot from 5–6 p.m. (or until the candy runs out!) for an evening filled with trick-or-treating, fun, and some spooktacular costumes!
We can’t wait to see our EP students and families dressed in their coolest, creepiest, and most creative costumes! Mark your calendars, grab your candy bags, and get ready for a frightfully fun evening in Bulldog Country!
EPMS & EPHS
PICTURE RE-TAKE DAY!
Monday 10/26
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Monday 10/26
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Join Us as We Honor Our Veterans!
In just three weeks, the East Palestine School District will come together to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Veterans and guests are invited to join us on Wednesday, November 11, for our Veterans Day Assembly and Breakfast.
*Please arrive by 8:15 a.m.
*EPHS Auditorium (enter through HS-4 Door on the west side of the building)
*Assembly begins at 8:30 a.m., followed by breakfast in the EPHS Cafeteria.
We look forward to gathering as a school community to recognize and thank those who have sacrificed so much in service to our nation. We hope you’ll join us as we honor our heroes!
Questions? Please contact East Palestine High School at 330-426-9401
In just three weeks, the East Palestine School District will come together to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Veterans and guests are invited to join us on Wednesday, November 11, for our Veterans Day Assembly and Breakfast.
*Please arrive by 8:15 a.m.
*EPHS Auditorium (enter through HS-4 Door on the west side of the building)
*Assembly begins at 8:30 a.m., followed by breakfast in the EPHS Cafeteria.
We look forward to gathering as a school community to recognize and thank those who have sacrificed so much in service to our nation. We hope you’ll join us as we honor our heroes!
Questions? Please contact East Palestine High School at 330-426-9401
EPYSA Alert!
On Wednesday 10/21 and Thursday 10/22, EPYSA Bulldogs Wrestling will be hosting Open Mats from 7-8 p.m. in the EPHS Wrestling Room (use door HS-9) for grades K-6.
Questions? Contact Greg Thompson at 330-881-9478
On Wednesday 10/21 and Thursday 10/22, EPYSA Bulldogs Wrestling will be hosting Open Mats from 7-8 p.m. in the EPHS Wrestling Room (use door HS-9) for grades K-6.
Questions? Contact Greg Thompson at 330-881-9478
Are you looking to add a little spookiness to your Halloween weekend?
The EPHS Science Club is sponsoring the "EP Haunted Trail" on October 30th, 31st and November 1st. From 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., stop by 364 West High Street for a little Halloween fun for a $5 entry fee!
The EPHS Science Club is sponsoring the "EP Haunted Trail" on October 30th, 31st and November 1st. From 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., stop by 364 West High Street for a little Halloween fun for a $5 entry fee!
REMINDER: Fall Vaccine Clinic Registration Closes Monday!
East Palestine Schools will host Akron Children’s School-Based Health Services for a Fall Vaccine Clinic on Tuesday, October 27, during the school day. If you would like your student to participate, please make sure both required steps are completed before the deadline!
🗓️ Online registration closes at 10 a.m. on Monday, October 22.
What’s Available?
💉 EPES: Flu shots
💉 EPMS & EPHS: Flu shots and other recommended vaccinations
Two Steps to Participate:
1. Complete and return the parent/guardian consent form to your child’s school.
2. Register your student online at https://mychart.akronchildrens.org/MyChart/openscheduling
Find consent forms, registration information and additional details here:
https://www.myepschools.org/page/ach-resources
Participation is completely optional and requires parent/guardian consent. Thank you to Akron Children’s School-Based Health Services for providing this convenient resource for our students and families!
East Palestine Schools will host Akron Children’s School-Based Health Services for a Fall Vaccine Clinic on Tuesday, October 27, during the school day. If you would like your student to participate, please make sure both required steps are completed before the deadline!
🗓️ Online registration closes at 10 a.m. on Monday, October 22.
What’s Available?
💉 EPES: Flu shots
💉 EPMS & EPHS: Flu shots and other recommended vaccinations
Two Steps to Participate:
1. Complete and return the parent/guardian consent form to your child’s school.
2. Register your student online at https://mychart.akronchildrens.org/MyChart/openscheduling
Find consent forms, registration information and additional details here:
https://www.myepschools.org/page/ach-resources
Participation is completely optional and requires parent/guardian consent. Thank you to Akron Children’s School-Based Health Services for providing this convenient resource for our students and families!
FAST FACT FRIDAY
Behind every great school is a team of dedicated educators! At East Palestine Schools, our teachers have an average of 17 years of experience, bringing valuable knowledge, skills and perspective to the classroom.
We’re grateful for the experience and commitment our teachers share with our students every day as we continue Unleashing Potential in Bulldog Country!
Behind every great school is a team of dedicated educators! At East Palestine Schools, our teachers have an average of 17 years of experience, bringing valuable knowledge, skills and perspective to the classroom.
We’re grateful for the experience and commitment our teachers share with our students every day as we continue Unleashing Potential in Bulldog Country!
Exploring Careers. Building Connections. Looking Ahead!
Students in Mr. Kunselman’s 8th Grade Workbase class have had the opportunity to learn from professionals right here in their own community!
Antonio Diaz-Guy, East Palestine’s Village Manager, shared insight into the responsibilities of his role, the career path that brought him there, and the importance of always striving to improve yourself.
Officer Brian Moore and Officer Mike Brindisi also spent time with students discussing careers in law enforcement. They shared their personal experiences, the paths they took to enter the field, and the challenges of recruiting and retaining officers.
Experiences like these help students make connections between what they learn in the classroom and the opportunities that await them beyond graduation. A big thank-you to our guest speakers for sharing their time, experiences and advice with our Bulldogs! Who will be next? We can't wait to see!
Students in Mr. Kunselman’s 8th Grade Workbase class have had the opportunity to learn from professionals right here in their own community!
Antonio Diaz-Guy, East Palestine’s Village Manager, shared insight into the responsibilities of his role, the career path that brought him there, and the importance of always striving to improve yourself.
Officer Brian Moore and Officer Mike Brindisi also spent time with students discussing careers in law enforcement. They shared their personal experiences, the paths they took to enter the field, and the challenges of recruiting and retaining officers.
Experiences like these help students make connections between what they learn in the classroom and the opportunities that await them beyond graduation. A big thank-you to our guest speakers for sharing their time, experiences and advice with our Bulldogs! Who will be next? We can't wait to see!
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