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INTRO
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Good Morning Ephrata! NAMES today is Wednesday March 22, 2023. Please rise for a moment of silence and a pledge to the flag.
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SILENCE/FLAG VIDEO
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Attention Mountaineer newspaper staff: today is our regular staff meeting in room 318 after school. Please let one of the editors know if you have a conflict and cannot attend.
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Sophomores and Juniors: Interested in helping the Class of 2027 have a smoother transition to EHS next year? The Link Crew program is looking for YOU!!
Link Crew Leaders are upperclassmen who are solid role models for incoming 9th grade students. We are looking for responsible 10th and 11th graders with good communication skills and leadership potential who are willing to share the lessons they have learned that have allowed them to be successful at EHS. YOU could have a tremendous impact on our new students, and you will learn many valuable leadership skills in the process.
Link Leaders are trained to work with and help the incoming freshmen class transition into high school. If this sounds interesting to you, fill out an application right away (available in Schoology). Applications are due by Thursday, March 23rd @ 3:00pm. If you aren't sure and would like to know more, please see Mrs. Mandell, Mrs. Calhoun, or Mr. Habowski for more details / information.
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Mark your calendars prom goers! Grace Fellowship Church is having a Gowns with Grace event. On this Saturday March 25th, high school students can come select prom gowns and other formal attire to wear for prom at no cost!
Now for a prom announcement and then over to __________ with the news
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NEWS INTRO
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Ramadan begins today for members of the Muslim religion. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection and community.
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now back to the main desk
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This announcement is for any student who is interested in learning more about the US Service Academies; you are invited to attend Service Academy Night which will be hosted by Congressman Lloyd Smucker on Friday, March 31st 2023 at Penn Manor High School from 5:30-7:00PM. Academy Night will include information about:
The difference between attending an academy and ROTC.
The value of attending a summer program at an Academy.
The ‘ideal’ candidate for an academy.
Determining the difference between a nomination and an appointment.
You’ll also be able to check out options available through the US Service Academies; West Point, Naval, Air Force, Merchant Marine and Coast Guard) and ROTC programs.
Each of the Service Academies offers an incredible FREE college education worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. For more details, check your Schoology Class of group. It is especially important to start this process early – Freshmen and sophomores should attend if they have any interest in one of these post-secondary options.
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On Tuesday, April 4, The Friends of Rachel will be hosting an afternoon of games after school in the Media Center. Come join us from 3:00 – 4:00. There will be card and board games provided by the Media Center, and you are welcomed to bring your own games, too. If you have any questions, please stop by Mrs. Hall’s room 121, or send Mrs. Hall a Schoology message. We hope to see you there!
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LUNCH
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SPORTS INTRO
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yesterday, tennis lost 1-4 vs McCaskey. The lone point came from Lance Wilson in singles.
today, tennis is away at Lebanon, boys lacrosse is home vs Muhlenberg, volleyball is home vs Schuykill Valley,
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Now back to the main desk
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Students will go to period 3 for ACT today.
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Have a great day Ephrata!
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