Eastern Local School District

The Lady Eagles beat Miller to advance to the District Final! They will play Southern at Southeastern High School on Saturday 10/26 at 5:00pm. Go Eagles!

This is an additional reminder for all juniors and seniors about the University of Rio Grande College Fair Trip scheduled for 10/23. Sophomores taking CCP classes who inquire about attending may be permitted. Students are reminded to please bring money for lunch. Due to this being part of our college and career readiness curriculum, no permission slips from 11th and 12th graders are necessary. Interested sophomores are to bring in a signed note from a parent/guardian if wishing to attend to grant permission. Thank you, Eastern Junior-Senior High School

The Lady Eagles take on Miller tonight in the District Semifinal at 7:30pm at Southeastern High School. Go Eagles!

Last week, Eastern Elementary and High School were lucky enough to have three therapy dogs come to visit us from the Patterson K9 Academy. At Patterson K9 Academy, they believe in the profound positive impact that therapy dogs can bring to schools. These specially trained dogs provide emotional, social, and educational support, helping to create a more inclusive and nurturing school environment. It was absolutely wonderful for them to volunteer their staff time and their dogs to visit our school! Everyone (students and staff) loved having them in our buildings! If you would like more information about therapy dogs and what benefits their visits can bring to our school, please see this additional information provided by Patterson K9 Academy. What is a Therapy Dog? A therapy dog is trained to provide comfort and companionship to individuals in settings such as schools, hospitals, and care facilities. Unlike service or emotional support animals, therapy dogs are trained to engage with groups, offering emotional stability and a calming presence. In schools, they play a vital role in reducing stress, promoting positive social interactions, and enhancing student focus and engagement. Emotional Benefits Interacting with therapy dogs has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety in students. Studies demonstrate that petting a dog can lower cortisol levels, contributing to better mood regulation, especially during high-pressure situations like exams. Therapy dogs also help foster empathy and emotional intelligence in students, as they learn to care for and connect with another living being. Educational Benefits Therapy dogs can significantly enhance academic performance by improving focus and reducing distractions. For students with ADHD or learning difficulties, the presence of a therapy dog can provide a calming effect that aids concentration. Programs like “Read to a Dog” have shown that children feel more relaxed and confident reading aloud to therapy dogs, helping to boost literacy skills and self-esteem. Additionally, therapy dogs serve as motivators, encouraging students to participate more actively in classroom activities and special projects. Social Benefits Therapy dogs encourage positive social interactions within the school environment. They help shy or anxious students feel more comfortable engaging with their peers and teachers, promoting a more inclusive atmosphere. Schools that implement therapy dog programs often see a reduction in bullying as students learn the values of kindness, compassion, and cooperation through their interactions with the dog. Overall, therapy dogs contribute to a stronger sense of community and improve overall school morale. Behavioral Benefits Therapy dogs inspire students to display positive behaviors such as patience, self-control, and respect. These qualities are reinforced through regular interaction with the dog. For children with special needs, therapy dogs offer particular benefits, such as reducing sensory overload and providing companionship, which helps students remain calm and focused.

Eastern Football wants to wish Mountain Heritage High School Football in North Carolina Good luck in their game this Saturday. MHHS hasn't got to play since Sept. 27th. Our Eastern Football players took time to write letters to their team. They raised over $400 for one MHHS team member who lost everything in the hurricane. The boys signed a football, sent good luck charms, quotes, Bible verses and other items to show them that "We Got Their Back". The boys also sent help to a player who lost his car and one players grandmother who lost her home. Thank you to all players, community members, and coaches who supported this effort!

Correction. Bus 5 is on schedule this morning. Bus 21 will be running late approximately 40 minutes

Bus 5 will be running about 30 minutes late this morning. Thank You.

This is a reminder for all juniors and seniors about the University of Rio Grande College Fair Trip scheduled for 10/23. Sophomores taking CCP classes who inquire about attending may be permitted. Students are reminded to please bring money for lunch. Due to this being part of our college and career readiness curriculum, no permission slips from 11th and 12th graders are necessary. Interested sophomores are to bring in a signed note from a parent/guardian if wishing to attend to grant permission. Thank you, Eastern Junior-Senior High School

See the attached flyer for details.

Senior Night for Football, Cheer, Band, Golf and Cross Country will be on Saturday 10/26 when Football hosts Southern. Seniors will be recognized starting at 5:00pm. Family members who are escorting seniors are asked to be lined up and ready to go by 4:45pm on the tailgate side of the track. Tables will be set up along the walkway by the main ticket gate. Senior family members are welcome to use these for trifolds, pictures, guest books, etc. Due to senior night starting at 5:00pm, the main gate and tailgate parking will open at 4:00pm.

Parent-Teacher Conferences are this Thursday, October 24th from 3:30pm-6:30pm. If you would like a conference, please contact your teacher or the office to schedule a time. The Model UN Group will be also be sponsoring a bake sale in the K-6 building to raise money for their conference. Please come out and buy a pepperoni roll, baked goods, and drinks to support Model UN.

We are happy to announce our September Students of The Month! These little eagles have been showing their Eastern Eagle Pride! They have been Prepared, Respectful, Involved, Dependable, and Encouraging. Each month a student is selected from each homeroom through teacher/staff nomination. Mrs. Jenkins - Arlo Shields, Mrs. Rose -Tatum Carnahan, Mrs. Wilson - Isabella Nelson, Mrs. Blackwood - Hadley Kearns, Mrs. Hill- Roselyn Howell, Miss Spaun- Elliott Roberts, Mrs. Atha- Jayden Weidner , Mrs. Rigsby- Connor Geoglein, Mrs. Weeks - Blake Carothers, Mrs. Bradford - Asher Sigman, Mrs. Gardner- Kendall Tolliver, Mrs. Pratt -Corbin Weddle , Mr. Hill -Addie Koren , Mrs. Lisle -Averi Gibbs, Mrs. Oblisk -Jonah Hill , Mrs. Harbour-Mia Thomas, Mrs. Johnson-Abbie Bartlett, Ms. Otto - Bentley Salyers, Mrs. Barber - Colton Atha, Mrs. Houck - Jordyn Weddle, Mr. Morgenstern - Phoenix Kidder.

This is a reminder to all Football, Cheer, Band, Golf, and Cross Country seniors that your senior night information sheets are due to the AD today by 2:30pm. If you do not turn yours in by 2:30pm today, it will be assumed that you have elected not to participate in the senior night festivities.

Athletics Schedule for the week of 10/21-26: Tuesday 10/22: Varsity Volleyball District Semifinal vs. Miller @ Southeastern High School (7:30pm) Saturday 10/26: Cross Country Regional Meet @ Pickerington North High School, Varsity Football vs. Southern @ Home (7:00pm) (Senior Night)

At todays District Cross Country meet at Rio Grande Connor Nolan placed 2nd running a 15:41. Jase McCray finished with a personal best time of 24:41. Go Eagles!

Winter Sports Schedules

The monthly, drive through food distribution will take place today at the Meigs Local Administrative office building (formerly Salisbury Elem.) at 41765 Pomeroy Pike in Pomeroy. We will have fresh produce from the Meigs Farmer's Market. First come, first served from 4:30-6:00PM or until supplies run out.

Wesley Sheppard has been selected as the Eastern Junior-Senior High School Student of the Month for October. Wesley is constantly going out of his way each and every day to make the world a better place and always lends a hand to anyone in need. From volunteering to help move desks and tables to modeling exemplary Eagle Pride at all times, we couldn't think of a better student to start the year of with recognizing. Wesley received a $25 Walmart Gift Card. Keep up the terrific work young man!

The Lady Eagles win tonight and advance to the District Semifinal game. They will play Miller at Southeastern High School on Tuesday 10/22 at 7:30pm. Tickets can be purchased at ohsaa.org/tickets 2003 Lancaster Road Chillicothe, OH 45601

TREATS ON THE TRAIL--On Friday, November 1st we will have our annual Treats on the Trail event. Again this year, students are welcome to bring their costumes to dress up for the afternoon. No weapons or inappropriate costumes/props will be allowed. Teachers will communicate with their grade levels the location of each grade level treat station. The school will have signs up for each grade level location along the trail. We are asking that parents stay outside with the stations. We have about 460 students in Pre-K through 6th grade . Stations will need to be set up and ready to begin by 11:30am. A PTO volunteer will be outside that morning to help everyone find the assigned locations. If parents are picking up their children after the event, please remember to send in a note to help expedite the process. Below will be the schedule for "treating": Schedule: 11:30 – Preschool 11:50 – 6th Grade 12:00 – 5th Grade 12:20 – 3rd Grade 12:30 – 4th Grade 12:40 – 2nd Grade 12:50- 1st Grade 1:00 – Kindergarten