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This September, during Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, Erie's Public Schools is reminding our whole community: a mental health crisis deserves the same response as any other emergency. You don't need to be a therapist — you just need to notice, reach out, and get help.
A.C.T. if you're worried about someone:
Ask — Start the conversation. Be direct, and listen without judgment.
Care — Show you care. Stay close and keep them connected.
Tell — Bring in a trusted adult or trained professional.
If you or someone you know is struggling, help is always available: 📞 Call or text 988 — free, confidential, 24/7 📱 Safe2Say Something: 1-844-SAF2SAY ☎️ Erie Crisis Line: 814-456-2014 🏫 Talk to a school counselor, mental health specialist, or any trusted staff member
In immediate danger? Call 911.
Every student, every day. We're in this together. #SuicidePreventionMonth #EriesPublicSchools
This September, during Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, Erie's Public Schools is reminding our whole community: a mental health crisis deserves the same response as any other emergency. You don't need to be a therapist — you just need to notice, reach out, and get help.
A.C.T. if you're worried about someone:
Ask — Start the conversation. Be direct, and listen without judgment.
Care — Show you care. Stay close and keep them connected.
Tell — Bring in a trusted adult or trained professional.
If you or someone you know is struggling, help is always available: 📞 Call or text 988 — free, confidential, 24/7 📱 Safe2Say Something: 1-844-SAF2SAY ☎️ Erie Crisis Line: 814-456-2014 🏫 Talk to a school counselor, mental health specialist, or any trusted staff member
In immediate danger? Call 911.
Every student, every day. We're in this together. #SuicidePreventionMonth #EriesPublicSchools
👏Help us congratulate YOUR Erie High Royals Football team on a hard-fought victory! 💜💛 Also, a huge shout-out to our Erie High School Marching Band/EACMB and Erie High Royals Cheerleaders for bringing the energy, spirit, and pride!
#EPSProud
Happy Labor Day
We hope everyone is having a fun and safe holiday weekend!
In observance of the holiday, there is no school today, September 7th.
We hope our EPS families and the Erie community are staying safe and doing well after last night's storm.
#scenefromthestorm
A reminder that there will be no school for students tomorrow, September 4th and Monday, September 7th as previously scheduled on the calendar.
As a reminder, there will be an Erie School Board Committee of the Whole Meeting tomorrow, September 2, at 5:30 pm, at the district administration building, 1910 Sassafras St.
📢 Senior Families:
Beginning this 2026-27 school year, Pennsylvania students must either:
- Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), OR
- Submit the Pennsylvania FAFSA Completion Opt-Out Form
Why FAFSA matters:
Completing FAFSA helps determine whether your student qualifies for federal and state grants, scholarships, work-study programs, and student loans — for four-year colleges, career schools, or other eligible postsecondary education and training programs. Even if you don't think your family will qualify for aid, completing the FAFSA is worthwhile, as many scholarships and programs require it on file.
Families may instead submit the state's official Opt-Out Form if they do not want to complete the FAFSA form.
We are hosting information and support sessions to walk families through the FAFSA process, explain key financial aid terms, and answer questions.
Financial Aid Information Nights:
- Monday, September 28, 2026, Collegiate Academy, Technology Wing (5:30 - 7:00 PM)
- Thursday, October 1, 2026, Erie High School, E-Sports Lab ( 5:30 - 7:00 PM)
Families are welcome to attend either support session, regardless of which school your student attends — come to whichever date or location works best for you!
Beginning this 2026-27 school year, Pennsylvania students must either:
- Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), OR
- Submit the Pennsylvania FAFSA Completion Opt-Out Form
Why FAFSA matters:
Completing FAFSA helps determine whether your student qualifies for federal and state grants, scholarships, work-study programs, and student loans — for four-year colleges, career schools, or other eligible postsecondary education and training programs. Even if you don't think your family will qualify for aid, completing the FAFSA is worthwhile, as many scholarships and programs require it on file.
Families may instead submit the state's official Opt-Out Form if they do not want to complete the FAFSA form.
We are hosting information and support sessions to walk families through the FAFSA process, explain key financial aid terms, and answer questions.
Financial Aid Information Nights:
- Monday, September 28, 2026, Collegiate Academy, Technology Wing (5:30 - 7:00 PM)
- Thursday, October 1, 2026, Erie High School, E-Sports Lab ( 5:30 - 7:00 PM)
Families are welcome to attend either support session, regardless of which school your student attends — come to whichever date or location works best for you!
EPS families,
Throughout the year, a number of school events, programs, and classroom lessons take place that are of interest to both school district media (cable channel, website, school newsletters, etc.) and regional print and broadcast media (newspapers, television, radio, etc.) During these activities, students and staff may be photographed or interviewed to increase public awareness of our school and/or individual student accomplishments. If you DO NOT want your children to be photographed, videotaped or interviewed, please complete and return the 2026-2027 Media Opt-Out Form available at your child’s school.
You can also find and print the form, available in English and other languages, at https://www.eriesd.org/page/optout
Than k you!
Throughout the year, a number of school events, programs, and classroom lessons take place that are of interest to both school district media (cable channel, website, school newsletters, etc.) and regional print and broadcast media (newspapers, television, radio, etc.) During these activities, students and staff may be photographed or interviewed to increase public awareness of our school and/or individual student accomplishments. If you DO NOT want your children to be photographed, videotaped or interviewed, please complete and return the 2026-2027 Media Opt-Out Form available at your child’s school.
You can also find and print the form, available in English and other languages, at https://www.eriesd.org/page/optout
Than k you!
We are thrilled to announce that Collegiate Academy has been ranked #32 on U.S. News & World Report's 2026-27 list of Best High Schools in Pennsylvania!
This achievement makes Collegiate Academy the highest-ranked public high school in Erie County, which is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, staff, and families.
This recognition reflects their commitment to academic excellence, college readiness, and student success.
Please help us congratulate Collegiate Academy on this outstanding achievement! 🏆📚
#EPSProud #BuildingExcellenceTogether2.0
This achievement makes Collegiate Academy the highest-ranked public high school in Erie County, which is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, staff, and families.
This recognition reflects their commitment to academic excellence, college readiness, and student success.
Please help us congratulate Collegiate Academy on this outstanding achievement! 🏆📚
#EPSProud #BuildingExcellenceTogether2.0
HOT OFF THE PRESSES: Our Family Information Guide is now available at eriesd.org/familyguide. The guide includes helpful information about school bell times, transportation, health policies and more. Take a few minutes to read to help ensure that you and your children kick off the 2026-27 school year right!
We can't wait to welcome you back tomorrow, Tuesday, Aug. 25! Let's rock the 2025-26 school year, EPS. #BuildingExcellenceTogether
📅Mark your calendars!
Erie's Juneteenth Celebration & Booker T. Washington Center present the End of the Summer Back to School Jam on Sunday, August 23rd, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Erie Veterans Memorial Stadium!
This free event includes free CLEAR backpacks filled with school supplies, resource booths, free food, entertainment, a kids zone, and prizes/giveaways. Children must be present to receive a backpack.
📧 For more info, email angelamcnair68@gmail.com or eriesjuneteenthcelebration@gmail.com
Don't miss out — let's get our kids ready for the new school year!
Another opportunity for EPS Families:
Mark your calendars for Erie's Public Schools- Back to School Vaccine Clinic.
If you have an incoming 7th- or 12th-grader who needs their state-required TDAP/MCV vaccines and you weren't able to join us on August 4th then join us today! Erie's Public Schools is partnering with LECOM Health Institute for Successful Living to offer these required vaccines today from 11 AM - 1 PM at Pfeifer-Burleigh Elementary School (235 East 11th St.). Please use the front door on East 11th St. and come to the main office. If you need more information or have any questions, please contact Kerry Roach at kerryroach@eriesd.org or 814-874-6928.
All: Our first parent engagement sessions about our new electronic device and standard school attire policies are tomorrow! We're excited about the overwhelming response, and very much looking forward to seeing you! The full schedule of engagement sessions follows, but first, here's what you need to know:
* Each engagement session site is at capacity. For this reason, we are asking only one member of the family to attend.
* Doors will open one half-hour before the start of each session. Each session will begin with a presentation on both policies and end with clothing distribution.
* Each session is expected to last about 90 minutes. Please plan to arrive before the start and stay until the end.
* While registration for the sessions is now closed, we understand the need for wraparound supports continues and we are committed to helping families with those supports. Look for information about any new sessions here on our Facebook page, on our website, or via Parent Square.
Full schedule of engagement sessions:
8/6, 12 p.m.: McKinley Elementary School
8/6, 5 p.m.: Booker T. Washington Center
8/7, 12 p.m.: JFK Center
8/7, 5 p.m., MLK Center
8/10, 5 p.m.: Edison Elementary School
See you soon!
* Each engagement session site is at capacity. For this reason, we are asking only one member of the family to attend.
* Doors will open one half-hour before the start of each session. Each session will begin with a presentation on both policies and end with clothing distribution.
* Each session is expected to last about 90 minutes. Please plan to arrive before the start and stay until the end.
* While registration for the sessions is now closed, we understand the need for wraparound supports continues and we are committed to helping families with those supports. Look for information about any new sessions here on our Facebook page, on our website, or via Parent Square.
Full schedule of engagement sessions:
8/6, 12 p.m.: McKinley Elementary School
8/6, 5 p.m.: Booker T. Washington Center
8/7, 12 p.m.: JFK Center
8/7, 5 p.m., MLK Center
8/10, 5 p.m.: Edison Elementary School
See you soon!
📅Mark your calendars!
Erie Elite Athletics is hosting the Erie Elite Camp Series: Girls Flag Football camp on Sunday, August 23rd, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at DICK'S Sporting Goods Field, 810 Millcreek Mall Blvd, Erie, PA 16565, and it's open to grades 1-12!
🏈 This event includes a free official camp t-shirt, free food & drinks, a 1v1 cash prize competition, and the chance to learn from and be coached by Erie's top active women's flag football athletes. Come develop your skills through elite coaching, compete, have fun, and showcase your talent as part of the next generation of girls flag football!
Register by visiting: https://form.jotform.com/242106741180144
🚨 Update: Sign-ups at the John F. Kennedy Center has reached capacity and is now closed to any additional registrations. If you have already signed up for those sites, you should attend and will receive clothing. You can still sign up for an engagement session at the Edison Elementary School by visiting https://forms.gle/zgPs3sqeu2Fq4Qvc9.
A huge thank you to everyone who has signed up for parent engagement sessions regarding our new electronic device and standard school attire policies. We're thrilled by the response and can't wait to see you all!🎉
Due to overwhelming demand, many of our engagement sessions have reached full capacity. We're excited to announce an additional engagement session at Edison Elementary School, 1916 E 7th St., on Monday, August 10, at 5p.m. to accommodate new sign-ups! You can also continue to register for the engagement session on Friday, Aug. 7, at noon, at the John F. Kennedy Center. 📌 Please note: due to space constraints, only ONE guardian per household should attend any session.
Superintendent Dr. Natalyn Gibbs is eager to connect with families and ensure everyone has access to important information and resources. We recognize that these policy shifts may create creating these opportunities to connect with families is essential to a successful educational experience, and we want to work together to help you. Please like, share and comment to help spread the word!
Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to celebrating with you soon! 💛
🚨 Update: Sign-ups at Martin Luther King Center- Bayfront NATO, Inc has reached capacity and is now closed to any additional registrations. If you have already signed up for those sites, you should attend and will receive clothing. You can still sign up for engagement sessions at the John F. Kennedy Center - by visiting https://forms.gle/zgPs3sqeu2Fq4Qvc9.
Stay tuned for more possible locations and updates!
EPS Families: Mark your calendars for Erie's Public Schools National Night Out-Vaccine Clinic.
If you have an incoming 7th- or 12th-grader who needs their state-required TDAP/MCV vaccines, join us on August 4th! Erie's Public Schools is partnering with LECOM Health Institute for Successful Living to offer these required vaccines on August 4th from 4–7 PM at the Erie High School Rear Gymnasium Entrance. Please be sure to bring your primary insurance information and a photo ID. If you need more information or have any questions, please contact Kerry Roach at kerryroach@eriesd.org or 814-874-6928.
If you have an incoming 7th- or 12th-grader who needs their state-required TDAP/MCV vaccines, join us on August 4th! Erie's Public Schools is partnering with LECOM Health Institute for Successful Living to offer these required vaccines on August 4th from 4–7 PM at the Erie High School Rear Gymnasium Entrance. Please be sure to bring your primary insurance information and a photo ID. If you need more information or have any questions, please contact Kerry Roach at kerryroach@eriesd.org or 814-874-6928.
💙Thank You to Everyone Who Responded!
Quick Update: Due to reaching maximum capacity, the Booker T. Washington Center and McKinley Elementary School locations are no longer available at this time. You can still sign up by visiting for the other two locations at: https://forms.gle/zgPs3sqeu2Fq4Qvc9.
Please stay tuned for more possible locations and updates. 👀
Thank you again for your patience and enthusiasm.
Quick Update: Due to reaching maximum capacity, the Booker T. Washington Center and McKinley Elementary School locations are no longer available at this time. You can still sign up by visiting for the other two locations at: https://forms.gle/zgPs3sqeu2Fq4Qvc9.
Please stay tuned for more possible locations and updates. 👀
Thank you again for your patience and enthusiasm.
