Diehl Elementary School
Anna DePaul, Executive Principal | 8:00am-2:30pm | (814) 874-6585
Your Voice Matters!
Every family brings a unique perspective on what school life is really like. The School Climate Survey is your chance to share how welcome, supported, and connected you feel as a partner in your child’s education. The survey is completely anonymous, so please share openly and honestly.
Your feedback directly shapes our work to strengthen school-family partnerships and advance Priority 3 of our District Strategic Plan: Well-Being & Safety, with a focus on well-being, safety, belonging, and learning.
Together, we can build school communities where every student and family feels welcomed, valued, and supported. Thank you for helping us grow!
Please complete the Families School Climate Survey through ParentSquare by Friday, October 23.
#buildingexcellencetogether2
Every family brings a unique perspective on what school life is really like. The School Climate Survey is your chance to share how welcome, supported, and connected you feel as a partner in your child’s education. The survey is completely anonymous, so please share openly and honestly.
Your feedback directly shapes our work to strengthen school-family partnerships and advance Priority 3 of our District Strategic Plan: Well-Being & Safety, with a focus on well-being, safety, belonging, and learning.
Together, we can build school communities where every student and family feels welcomed, valued, and supported. Thank you for helping us grow!
Please complete the Families School Climate Survey through ParentSquare by Friday, October 23.
#buildingexcellencetogether2
Join Erie's Public Schools for a fun-filled community celebration of connection, fun, and empowerment of the young girls in our district on Sunday, October 11, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Biletnikoff Field!🎉
This event is part of our district’s Building Excellence Together Weekend, held in partnership with the Jefferson Educational Society's Global Summit XVIII. While our students are busy with service projects on Saturday and a select group attends a conversation with Michelle Obama on Monday, Sunday is all about bringing our families together!
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, October 11
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Empowerment Walk begins at 3:15 PM)
Location: Biletnikoff Field (finishing at the EPS Admin Building, 1910 Sassafras St., via an accessible route)
Admission & Activities: 100% Free for all EPS families!
What’s in Store:
- Fun family photo booth & bounce house
- Balloon headbands and wristlets provided by The Brown Clowns
- Music, refreshments, and community resource tables
- Inspiring remarks from local female leaders
An Empowerment Walk celebrating girl power, health, and wellness at 3:15 PM
Bring the whole family out to show support for our girls and the bright future we are building together. We can't wait to see you there! 💜
You can make a difference.
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
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!
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!
Congratulations to our 5th grade students who were honored at the Awards Ceremony yesterday. We wish you the best as you move on to middle school! Keep shining bright!
Congratulations to our May SOARing Eagles! We honored our Safe, Respectful, and Responsible students and their families at our SOARing Eagle celebration!
Diehl Highlights: ANCHOR Enrichment
A big thank you to Sew Royalty for partnering with Diehl to provide enrichment activities for our students enrolled in the ANCHOR program. Students learned hand sewing, with introductory machine sewing incorporated in a structured and age appropriate way. Students learned basic stitching techniques, pattern awareness, and creative problem solving while producing small sewing projects they could take home.
A big thank you to Sew Royalty for partnering with Diehl to provide enrichment activities for our students enrolled in the ANCHOR program. Students learned hand sewing, with introductory machine sewing incorporated in a structured and age appropriate way. Students learned basic stitching techniques, pattern awareness, and creative problem solving while producing small sewing projects they could take home.
Diehl Parents: Grades 3-5 After School Program - Challenge 24 Math.
If your student(s) is interested in continuing to practice their Math skills through a fun, competitive, game, consider signing them up for Challenge 24 Math after school program. The program will begin on April 22 and will run on Wednesdays, 2:30-3:30. Please see the flyer and contact Mr. Fox - chrisfox@eriesd.org. There are limited number of spots so message as soon as you can.
If your student(s) is interested in continuing to practice their Math skills through a fun, competitive, game, consider signing them up for Challenge 24 Math after school program. The program will begin on April 22 and will run on Wednesdays, 2:30-3:30. Please see the flyer and contact Mr. Fox - chrisfox@eriesd.org. There are limited number of spots so message as soon as you can.
Attention Diehl Parents with students in Grades 3-5...
S’more math? Yes please! 🔥📚
At Diehl Elementary School, our principal and third grade team are mixing learning with a little fun—diving into math while making delicious s’mores!
Because when learning is hands-on (and a little messy), it sticks even more.
At Diehl Elementary School, our principal and third grade team are mixing learning with a little fun—diving into math while making delicious s’mores!
Because when learning is hands-on (and a little messy), it sticks even more.
It truly takes a village—and our village showed up in the best way! 🦅
We were so grateful to have a parent coach, alongside the incredible support of our teachers, assistant principal, and principal. More than anything at Diehl, we want others to see our hearts and that was visible tonight.
As the event was concluding and we were taking our pictures, our 1st place winner, wanted all students to be holding the trophy. ❤️
We were so grateful to have a parent coach, alongside the incredible support of our teachers, assistant principal, and principal. More than anything at Diehl, we want others to see our hearts and that was visible tonight.
As the event was concluding and we were taking our pictures, our 1st place winner, wanted all students to be holding the trophy. ❤️
Diehl Highlight: Family Movie Night
We had a great turnout for Diehl Family Movie Night. Thanks to all the families that were able to make the event and we hope you enjoyed the show!
We had a great turnout for Diehl Family Movie Night. Thanks to all the families that were able to make the event and we hope you enjoyed the show!
Diehl Parents: PSSA testing is coming soon. Please take advantage of this opportunity to support your student(s).
💙🦅 Diehl Families = The Heart of Our Village 🦅💙
Last week, our amazing Diehl parents joined us for an evening of fun and learning with Trish Yates from Erie Playhouse PLAYTime! 🎉
Families explored simple, engaging ways to support early math and literacy skills at home—that make a BIG impact on our students’ growth. 📚🔢
At Diehl, we know that parent partnership is powerful. When school and home work together, our students soar even higher! 🦅✨
It truly takes a village, and we are so proud that YOU are part of ours.
Thank you, Ms. Trish and our Diehl parents!
Erie Playhouse PLAYtime
Last week, our amazing Diehl parents joined us for an evening of fun and learning with Trish Yates from Erie Playhouse PLAYTime! 🎉
Families explored simple, engaging ways to support early math and literacy skills at home—that make a BIG impact on our students’ growth. 📚🔢
At Diehl, we know that parent partnership is powerful. When school and home work together, our students soar even higher! 🦅✨
It truly takes a village, and we are so proud that YOU are part of ours.
Thank you, Ms. Trish and our Diehl parents!
Erie Playhouse PLAYtime
Diehl Families:
Movie Night is back! Join us on Monday, March 23, 5:00 PM in the Diehl Gym. Drinks and snacks provided.
Movie Night is back! Join us on Monday, March 23, 5:00 PM in the Diehl Gym. Drinks and snacks provided.
Diehl Parents,
Please take a moment to complete the Diehl Title I/Community School Survey 2025-2026. This survey is very important in helping to make Diehl Elementary a better place.
See the attached flyer or link below to access online survey. While it is an anonymous survey, you can write-in your name for a chance to win a $100 Gas Card.
Survey Link: https://online2.snapsurveys.com/DiehlFamily2526
Deadline: Friday, March 27
Thank You!!
Diehl Parents:
Just a reminder for the the upcoming Reading and Math Parent Workshop.
Hope to see you there!
Just a reminder for the the upcoming Reading and Math Parent Workshop.
Hope to see you there!
Diehl Parents - You're Invited!!
Dear Families,
We are excited to celebrate Read Across America Spirit Week as we promote a love of reading across our school! Throughout the week, students will participate in fun, themed dress-up days and special reading activities designed to inspire lifelong readers.
We encourage all students to participate and join us as we build excitement around reading. Thank you for supporting literacy at home and helping us make this week a success!
Happy Reading! 📚✨
We are excited to celebrate Read Across America Spirit Week as we promote a love of reading across our school! Throughout the week, students will participate in fun, themed dress-up days and special reading activities designed to inspire lifelong readers.
We encourage all students to participate and join us as we build excitement around reading. Thank you for supporting literacy at home and helping us make this week a success!
Happy Reading! 📚✨
