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Erie's Public Schools is proud to recognize the outstanding achievements of students in the Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) program at Collegiate Academy as part of the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Art Contest.

Rory Gardner, a 12th-grade student in the VPA program at Collegiate Academy, has been named the 12th-grade winner and will receive a $500 award for her exceptional artwork. Bianca Flores, a 9th-grade student, has been selected as the 9th-grade winner and will receive a $200 award in recognition of her artistic talent and creativity.

An award ceremony honoring these students will be held on Tuesday, January 27th at 5:00 p.m. at the Youth Leadership Institute of Erie, 1306 E. Lake Road.

Congratulations, Rory and Bianca, for your artistic excellence and for powerfully reflecting the legacy and message of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through the visual arts. Your accomplishments highlight the strength of the Visual and Performing Arts program at Collegiate Academy and the District’s commitment to fostering creativity, expression, and student achievement in the arts.

URGENT message for Diehl Elementary, a community school parents/guardians: Due to the ongoing power outage at Diehl, we will be dismissing students immediately. Parents should come to the school office with identification to pick up their children. Parents of bus riders will be receiving a phone call from the school. This applies ONLY to Diehl students.

What a great way to start the morning! Lincoln Elementary had the zoo join their Pre K class today and learn about animals. The staff from the Erie Zoo began by reading a book, then passed around items for students to feel that are associated with animals. Lastly, the fantastic event concluded with students being able to touch the animals brought! Some students were hesitant, but then they were brave and decided to pet the animals anyway. Partnerships like these are essential for the students' development and learning. Thank you to all who made this incredible experience possible for the Lincoln Elementary Pre K class! #buildingexcellencetogether

In observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, there will be no school on Monday, January 19th.

Please join us in congratulating our new District Historian, Emily Hancock! Mrs. Hancock brings valuable experience from her work at the National Archives and Records Administration and the Hagen History Center. We are excited to see the work that Mrs. Hancock will do to gather and share experiences that reflect the district's past and present. Welcome to the EPS family, Emily! #buildingexcellencetogether

This is for our wonderful high school students! If you are seeking a job, make sure to check out the Erie Campaign for Jobs on Friday, January 30th. The District will offer transportation for those students who need it on a sign-up basis. Make sure to talk to your counselors and sign up for this fantastic opportunity! #buildingexcellencetogether

Something powerful happened yesterday at Collegiate Academy 👀✨
Students asked thoughtful questions, listened closely, and found inspiration in influential voices.

Next week, this exciting experience continues at Erie High School.

Stay tuned for Erie Reader’s February issue to find out what this exciting news is!

January is National School Board Appreciation Month, and a special opportunity to recognize our school directors - volunteer public servants who devote their time, talents and energy to supporting our students, their family and this community.
We'll be highlighting individual directors throughout the month, but please take a moment to offer your appreciation in the comments below to President Dr. Jay Breneman, Vice President Angie Amatangelo, and directors Gwendolyn Cooley, Linda Graff, John Harkins, Gary Horton, Leah Merski, Sumner Nichols and Zakaria Sharif. Thank you for your governance! #BuildingExcellenceTogether

Warm wishes filled with love, peace, and joy during the holiday season. Happy Orthodox Christmas! ❤️💚

If your child is in elementary school and has asthma, this may be a great after-school program for them! Beginning January 20th, children will have an opportunity to learn how to recognize asthma symptoms, avoid triggers, and manage their health. If you are interested, make sure to sign up! 💙

👽Tonight is the final night! Don't miss your last chance to experience Erie High Royals alien-themed light show!

We hope everyone had a wonderful and safe holiday break!
As a reminder school is back in session beginning Monday, January 5th, 2026. 😃

HUGE congratulations to Erie High Royals varsity boys’ basketball Head Coach Shannon Pullium, who with a 69–47 win over Chapmanville Regional, surpassed Al Calabrese to claim the title of winningest boys basketball coach in Erie’s Public Schools history with 326 career victories. Thank you, Coach, for your leadership, your steadfast dedication, your love for our district, and for serving as a role model for our stellar student athletes. We - and they - are lucky to have you! Please give a shout out to Coach in the comments below, and come to Friday’s varsity home game, where we’ll be honoring him publicly before tipoff. Let’s go, Royals!

Hey, Erie High Royals! How cool is your school? THE COOLEST! Congratulations to everyone involved in the How Cool is Your School contest for your creativity and school spirit, and thank you to Erie News Now for the fun opportunity to showcase the real Erie High School! YOU DID THAT, ROYALS!

INCREDIBLE. This is EPS. #buildingexcellencetogether

This week is Safe Stop Week! You may see police vehicles following a school bus; they are ensuring the community is practicing safe driving around school buses.
Please remember to stop when buses have flashing red lights and stop arms extended. Also, slow down when near buses to watch for children.
#buildingexcellencetogether

Way to go, Warriors! #BuildingExcellenceTogether through music!

If you are interested in fostering or are already fostering, our friends at the Erie County Office of Children and Youth are hosting a free event on Saturday, November 8th! Make sure to RSVP if you are interested in attending.