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![Google map of Ephrata with School Board Director District outlined in black]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727968276/ephrataschoolsorg/iiyym45nqx5kunp8m35k/EphrataSchoolBoardDistrict3.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727968276/ephrataschoolsorg/iiyym45nqx5kunp8m35k/EphrataSchoolBoardDistrict3.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727968276/ephrataschoolsorg/iiyym45nqx5kunp8m35k/EphrataSchoolBoardDistrict3.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727968276/ephrataschoolsorg/iiyym45nqx5kunp8m35k/EphrataSchoolBoardDistrict3.png","width":1023}])
The Ephrata School District is seeking individuals interested in filling an open position on the district's school board.
![Digital display with a cartoon hand holding a cell phone. The image reads, "Please do not use cell phones or earbuds in the classroom"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727381354/ephrataschoolsorg/kfn8nkeporypggwj33b2/EMSCellPhoneStory3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727381354/ephrataschoolsorg/kfn8nkeporypggwj33b2/EMSCellPhoneStory3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727381354/ephrataschoolsorg/kfn8nkeporypggwj33b2/EMSCellPhoneStory3.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1727381354/ephrataschoolsorg/kfn8nkeporypggwj33b2/EMSCellPhoneStory3.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727381354/ephrataschoolsorg/kfn8nkeporypggwj33b2/EMSCellPhoneStory3.jpg","width":1580}])
This year, Ephrata High School (EHS) and Ephrata Middle School (EMS) took significant steps toward improving student engagement by implementing strict “no cell phone” rules during class time.
![Contractors Wanted! The Ephrata School District is accepting applications from contractors interested in joining its Small Works Roster]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727367476/ephrataschoolsorg/sszv8tjcn254f5mqlcqd/SmallWorksRosterAdvertisement1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727367476/ephrataschoolsorg/sszv8tjcn254f5mqlcqd/SmallWorksRosterAdvertisement1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727367476/ephrataschoolsorg/sszv8tjcn254f5mqlcqd/SmallWorksRosterAdvertisement1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727367476/ephrataschoolsorg/sszv8tjcn254f5mqlcqd/SmallWorksRosterAdvertisement1.png","width":940}])
The Ephrata School District is soliciting contractors interested in qualifying for placement on the its 2024 Small Works Roster.
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We are incredibly proud to recognize a group of true heroes in our Ephrata School District.
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This year, the Ephrata School District introduced two security vehicles into the district’s safety department.
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Last night Aaron Cummings, our assistant superintendent, and I had the opportunity to gather with our community to honor Patriot Day in Ephrata.