District News and Events

The Ephrata School District received audit reports with no findings from the  Washington State Auditor’s Office for the 2024-25 fiscal year.

The Ephrata School District has named Ryan Carlstrom as the new head coach for the EHS boys basketball program.

On Friday, May 8, the Ephrata School District dedicated the Ephrata Middle School Courtyard in memory of Travis Eloff, a dedicated teacher and Special Education Director who served Ephrata Schools.

The Ephrata School District is pleased to announce Christopher Jensen has been named as the next principal of Columbia Ridge Elementary. Jensen will begin his new role on July 1, 2026.

Ephrata High School proudly recognizes Marla Allsopp for 10 years of dedicated leadership as Drama Director at Ephrata High School.

Tiger Families: Today, Ephrata Schools recognizes Certified Employee Appreciation Day. This is a chance to recognize those who work directly with students every day.

Following are some of the highlights from the April 27, Ephrata School Board meeting.

Community members are invited to attend a Youth Violence Prevention Town Hall focused on issues impacting local youth, including sextortion, online safety and gang awareness.

Tiger Community - First, I want to sincerely thank the staff and community members who took the time to provide feedback following the February bond.

Do you have concerns about your child’s development or feel they may have a disability?

The Ephrata School District is inviting community members to share their perspectives following the February 2026 bond election by participating in a new community survey. 

Last week, district staff participated in a Gang 102 training and collaborative planning session focused on preventing youth violence and addressing gang involvement.

Following are some of the highlights from the March 24, Ephrata School Board meeting.

Tiger Community: After eight years of dedicated leadership as principal of Columbia Ridge Elementary, Karla Williams has made the heartfelt decision to return to the classroom.

Tiger Community: Today, as we recognize Educational Support Professionals Day, I want our community to know just how fortunate we are to have exceptional support staff serving our students.

The Ephrata School District has been awarded a $30,000 grant from the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI).

Following are some of the highlights from the February 23, Ephrata School Board meeting.

Tiger Community: On behalf of the Ephrata School District, I want to share my gratitude to everyone who took the time to participate in the 2026 bond election.

Following are some of the highlights from the January 26, Ephrata School Board meeting.

We invite our community to take part in two great opportunities to learn more about Ephrata Schools and the proposed bond:

Tiger Community: As I think about the beginning of winter break, I also find myself reflecting on this season...

The Ephrata School Board on Monday approved a resolution placing a $75 million, 25-year school construction bond before voters in the Feb. 11, 2026, ballot, advancing a major facilities proposal

After two years of community study and analysis, the Ephrata School District is taking the next step toward a major facilities vote.