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INTRO

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Good Morning Ephrata NAMES today is Thursday October 8. Please rise for a moment of silence and the pledge to the flag.

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SILENCE/FLAG VIDEO

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Sign up to take the ASVAB today!  If you are in 10th, 11th, or 12th grade and need some help making career decisions, then consider taking the ASVAB.  The ASVAB is designed to help you learn more about yourself and the world of work, explore occupational skills in line with your interests and skills, and develop a strategy to realize your career goals.  This free assessment is offered at EHS on Tuesday, November 3rd, and there is absolutely no military commitment by taking the test.  You can find the sign up link in Schoology as well as on the Counseling webpage.

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This announcement is for all freshmen:  Individual Freshmen Transition meetings with your counselor begin on Monday, October 19th.   Meetings are 10 minutes each and will focus on; a discussion about 1st semester classes, a reflection on your transition to EHS, as well as a conversation about possible future career directions.  Please go the EHS Counseling website to sign up for a time slot for your meeting.  You can also get there by using the link for the signup page found on your Schoology newsfeed as well.  Be sure to select a date and time that works best for your schedule – if you have a study hall, that would be the ideal period for this meeting.

ACT time is the perfect time to open your laptop and sign up for a time slot for your meeting – don’t delay!

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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 a virtual Service Academy Night which will be hosted by Congressman Lloyd Smucker on Thursday October 15th at 7pm.  The presentation will feature three breakout sessions (half hour each) where students and parents can get in depth information about each academy/ROTC/nomination process.  Attending a military academy is a great way to pay for your education as well as serve your country as a commissioned officer.  You’ll 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.  RSVPs are due by October 9th.  

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NEWS INTRO

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In today's news, the Vice Presidential debate went down last night in Salt Lake City. The debate was between current Vice President Mike Pence and Senator Kamala Harris. After last weeks debate, this debate was more civil with very few interruptions. Voters on both sides of the political spectrum were pleased with the relative civility between the candidates. The strongest disagreement was in the coronavirus discussion. Senator Harris called it "the greatest failure of any presidential administration". Oh yeah and did anyone see that fly land on Mike Pence's head?

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SPORTS INTRO

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Tuesday in sports, boys cross country went 0-3 at Cedar Crest. The girls went 1-1 with top finishes by Alyssa Fedorshak in 1st overall and Madison Kimmel in 4th. Volleyball lost 3-0 vs Manheim Central. yesterday, boys soccer lost 1-0 at garden spot, field hockey won 4-1 vs e town with goals from Cecelia Commero (2), Halee Deemer and Tori Wilkerson. Girls soccer won 4-0 vs garden spot. The lady mounts had 8 corners to 0, and held the Spartans to only 2 shots on goal. Jianna Welsh had a hat trick of goals after Mya Mahlandt was first to score. Today, volleyball is at E town.

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Now back to the main desk

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Have you noticed the pumpkins on display in the lobby of the high school? EHS Staff has been hard at work and they need your vote! Please scan any of the QR codes on the case and the windows of the high school office, and vote for your favorite pumpkin, vote as often as you like!!!

Voting runs until October 16th!!!

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Now for Profound Presidential Perceptions from your Future President Marzock

Happiness is definitely not a circus clown rolling around in a big tractor tire with his arms and legs as the spokes.  Happiness is when he stops.

Remember the Alamo,

Marzock 2020

P.S.  Vote for this gravy boat

And remember, If you’re 18 or older, register to vote at vote.gov!

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Have a great day Ephrata!

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