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School Board Highlights: October 26

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First Quarter Reminders & Important Updates

Can you believe the first quarter of the school year is already behind us? As we move into the second quarter, we want to thank you for being an active partner in your child’s educational journey.
November 2026 Breakfast and Lunch Menus for Columbia Ridge and Grant Elementary.

🦃 November School Menus

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Events in Our Community

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EPHRATA HIGH SCHOOL NAMES NEW MASCOT ARCHER IN HONOR OF GARY ARCHER

October 2026 Breakfast & Lunch Menus for Columbia Ridge and Grant Elementary

🍂 October School Menus

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School Board Highlights: September 28

Here are some of the highlights from the August 24th Ephrata School Board meeting. Members of the public are always welcome to attend board meetings. A list of meeting dates and times, board agendas
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Ephrata High School Names New Drama Advisor

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School Board Highlights: August 24

Following are some of the highlights from the August 24, 2026, Ephrata School Board meeting. Members of the public are always welcome to attend board meetings. Meeting dates and times, board agendas
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📢 Kinder Registration is NOW OPEN! 🎉

Do you have or know a child who will be five years old on or before August 31? If so, it’s time to start thinking about kindergarten! Registration is OPEN, and we can’t wait to welcome you to
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Candidate Sought for Open Ephrata School Board Position

The Ephrata School District is seeking individuals interested in filling an open position on the district's school board.
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June 22 School Board Highlights

Highlights from the June 22, Ephrata School Board meeting.
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Ephrata School District Names New Special Education Director

Ephrata School District is pleased to announce Kristy Karman has been named the district’s next Special Education Director.
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Ephrata School District Names Aaron Cummings Principal of Parkway Intermediate

The Ephrata School District has named Aaron Cummings as the next principal of Parkway Intermediate School, beginning July 1, 2026.
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Events in Our Community

There’s a lot happening in our community this summer - check out upcoming events.
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Columbia Ridge LEGO Robotics Team Sets New Personal Best at National Competition

The Columbia Ridge LEGO Robotics Team competed in the American Robotics Open Championship on June 6-7 at Drew University in Madison, New Jersey.
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Facility Study Group to Reconvene in August

Ephrata School District remains committed to continuing the work of the Facility Study Group as we plan for the future of our schools.
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📚 Back-to-School Resources for 2026-27 Are Now Available

Our Back-to-School Resources page has everything you need in one place.
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Superintendent Message: Last Day of School

As another school year comes to a close, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to the students, families, staff members, and community partners who make Ephrata Schools such a special place.
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Ephrata School District Names New Career & Technical Education Director

The Ephrata School District is pleased to announce Chris Franklin has been named the district’s next Career and Technical Education (CTE) director. Franklin will begin his new role on July 1.
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Ephrata School District Names New EHS Volleyball Coach

The Ephrata School District has named McKaidan Boyd as the new head coach for the EHS volleyball program. Her appointment will become official following school board action on Monday, June 22.
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Important Family Safety Information: Online Risks Facing Youth

A growing online threat is impacting youth across the country - including in Ephrata. Learn the warning signs and how families can protect children online.
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Ephrata High School Earns Six-Year Accreditation Through 2032

Ephrata High School (EHS) has officially earned accreditation through spring 2032 from the Association of Educational Service Districts (AESD) of Washington.
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Honoring Departing Ephrata Schools Staff

On Wednesday evening, we gathered as a school community to celebrate an incredible group of staff members who are retiring or beginning new journeys beyond Ephrata School District.
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School Board Highlights: May 18

Following are some of the highlights from the May 18, Ephrata School Board meeting.