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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

BOYS BASKETBALL FALL LEAGUE🏀 Calling all 7th & 8th grade boys! We’re hosting Fall League Tryouts/Open Gym tomorrow! 📅 Thursday, September 10 ⏰ 3:50 PM 📍 East Middle School Back Gym Doors Be ready to get on the court and show us what you’ve got! 🏀❤️ We’ll see you in the gym, Warriors! 🔥

Any girl in grades 6-8 are encouraged to attend Softball try-outs September 11th, 18th and 25th at Harding Field (820 Lincoln Ave).

Any questions reach out to Coach Angelina at aconners@eriesd.org

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!

Any student interested in midle school baseball-- CHECK IT OUT!!

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 had SO much fun at Open House! ❤️ We’re counting down the days until we welcome our Warriors back for the first day of school! East Middle School 2026–2027… LOADING! ⏳📚✨ #EastMiddleSchool #CommunitySchoolsInAction #BuildingExcellenceTogether #BackToSchool

Updated transportation routes are here! Please make sure if you haven't taken the bus before, to complete a transportation request. You must live 1.5 miles away from school in order to qualify. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9Hwy3EpTY0_IAQLEkvEYh8AdCu5aW4iu8ls_TFJtjtFv6zw/viewform

Open House is TONIGHT from 6–8 PM! 🎉 We can’t wait to welcome everyone back and see you there! ❤️ #EastMiddleSchool

Ready to join the team? 🏀 East Middle School is holding girls basketball tryouts and open gym for 6th–8th graders on Tuesday, Aug 11 and Thursday, Aug 13 from 11:00 AM–1:00 PM in the East Middle School Gym. Come work on skills, meet teammates, and show what you’ve got! Want more info? Contact Coach Jennings. Who’s coming? 🙋‍♀️

National Night Out 2026 was a tremendous success! Thank you to our community partners, Erie's Public Schools, and United Way of Erie County for making this event possible through an incredible team effort. We hope everyone had a wonderful time, and we are so grateful for the opportunity to bring our community together. See you next year!❤️ #CommunitySchoolsInAction #NationalNightOut #buildingexcellencetogether #EastMiddleSchool

As a reminder, please review our Standard School Attire guidelines that were previously shared. This quick guide helps students and families stay on track with daily expectations and supports a safe, respectful learning environment. Thank you for your continued partnership!

Last week, we had some amazing Wegmans volunteers help us get ready for National Night Out! They spent time organizing our Community Closet and sorting clothing so we can provide free items to families during tomorrow’s event. We will have clothing available in all sizes, completely free, and bags will be provided for you to take what you need. We are so excited for National Night Out and can’t wait to see our community come together tomorrow! #EastMiddleSchool #CommunitySchoolsInAction #BuildingExcellenceTogether #NationalNightOut

We are one week away from National Night Out!!! #EastMiddleSchool #CommunitySchoolsInAction #BuildingExcellenceTogether

🎉 Join us for National Night Out! 🎉
📅 Tuesday, August 4, 2026
⏰ 5:00 to 7:00 PM
📍 Wayne Park
A big shoutout to our partners at Community Schools (Edison, and Pfeiffer-Burleigh), and a special thank you to United Way of Erie County for helping make this event possible!
We can’t wait to celebrate with our community! ❤️💙
#EastMiddleSchool #CommunitySchoolsInAction #NationalNightOut #BuildingExcellenceTogether

🎶 A huge thank you to Amy Varckette Music for joining our enrichment classrooms today!

Amy shared her journey of becoming a musician, how she launched her music career, and how she balances performing while also working as a chiropractor. Our students loved learning about the many paths a career can take and were inspired by her story.

Thank you, Amy, for making today such a fun and memorable experience for our students! #EastMiddleSchool #buildingexcellencetogether #CommunitySchoolsInAction

Last week, our students at East Middle had an amazing time learning from Park's Taekwondo Academy! A huge thank you to Master Justin and the Park’s Taekwondo team for leading a fun-filled day of learning, movement, and excitement. We appreciate you spending the day with us! #EastMiddleSchool #buildingexcellencetogether

Today, our students had the opportunity to learn about the Bayfront Maritime Center! We are so grateful for the engaging, hands-on presentation and the opportunity for our students to explore Erie’s rich maritime history. Thank you for a wonderful experience!⛵️⚓️ #EastMiddleSchool #CommunitySchoolsInAction #BuildingExcellenceTogether

Our Summer SAIL students took learning to the next level today with immersive VR adventures during enrichment! A huge thank you to Junior Achievement of Western PA for bringing this incredible experience to East Middle School!!! #EastMiddleSchool #CommunitySchoolsInAction #BuildingExcellenceTogether