East Palestine Middle School

It’s Camp Fitch time! Our 6th graders are busy learning, teambuilding, and enjoying every minute of this annual tradition.
Parents and families, you can follow along with their journey right here! Photos are being added to our gallery folders, so keep checking back!

View the gallery here: https://www.myepschools.org/o/epms/page/camp-fitch-6th-grade-trip

Things are moving fast this time of year! If you want a one-stop shop for everything happening in the district, our app is the answer!

It’s the easiest way to keep track of the busy months ahead. Having it right on your phone means you're always just a tap away from the latest schedule.

Get ready! The GATE Club is excited to host Family Feud on April 30th. Doors open at 6 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults and $1 for students.
Survey says... it will be a great time!

As we kick off a new week, we wanted to share a look at everything happening with our Performing Arts programs through May. There are plenty of opportunities to catch our students in action, so be sure to check the dates and add them to your family calendar. We can't wait to see you there!

We have enjoyed some well-deserved downtime, but we are excited to welcome our bulldogs back in the halls tomorrow!

Wishing all of our Bulldog families and staff a wonderful, relaxing Spring Break from Monday, March 30th through Friday, April 3rd.

Whether you’re heading out on a trip or enjoying some well-deserved downtime right here in town, we hope you take this week to recharge and enjoy the start of the season. We look forward to seeing everyone back in the classrooms on Monday, April 6th!

Learning how to give clear, concise instructions is a superpower. Mrs. Roberts’ 5th Grade ELA students are proving they have it! As part of their "How-To" project series, Rosie Hamrick led a hands-on workshop on crafting Lizard Pony Bead Keychains. From drafting the steps to presenting in front of her peers, Rosie showed incredible leadership.

Every student left with a custom keychain and a better understanding of how to share knowledge with others.

EPMS Group/Club pictures will take place on April 17th. This is a change from the originally scheduled date due to State Testing. Be sure to always visit the event calendar on our website to see what we have planned around the District!
https://www.myepschools.org/events

Who's ready to roll up their sleeves and put in a little work to truly show our Bulldog Pride throughout the community? Don't miss out on Dog Days 2026, hosted by the East Palestine School District and the Village of East Palestine!
Print the form, scan the QR code, or visit https://forms.gle/NzF5HSdNKzECjMYK6 to show your commitment today!

Do you have questions? Reach out at epdogdays@epschools.k12.oh.us

March is Music In Our Schools Month, and we’re celebrating with a Mystery Musician game! We want all Middle and High School students—and our staff—to help find the hidden musicians in our halls.

To play, head to the display boards in your cafeteria and check out the staff profiles. Each correct guess earns an entry into a raffle for both a student and staff winner in each building!

Beyond the prizes, we hope this sparks some great conversations about the songs and stories that connect us all. Stop by the boards and submit your best guesses.

Happy sleuthing, Bulldogs!

It's time for the annual *Festival of Bands* and we couldn't be more excited for tomorrow evening (3/26)!
Featuring performances by:
5th, 6th, 7th and 8th Grade Bands
High School Concert Band
EPHS Bulldog Marching Band & Color Guard

Take your seats in the EPHS Gym and the performances will start at 7 p.m.!

Sebastian says, "Life under the sea is the best!" and we couldn't agree more!!
Dive into East Palestine High School Drama Club's production of The Little Mermaid this weekend! You won't want to miss our students' incredible talent.

When?
Fri, Mar 20 - 7 p.m.
Sat, Mar 21 - 7 p.m.
Sun, Mar 22 -2 p.m.

Tickets?
Presale $10 (scan the QR code or visithttps://www.myepschools.org/page/performing-arts )
$12 at the door

Join us for some musical magic!

If you're planning to cheer on our baseball or softball teams at Ace of Diamonds this season, please keep the following gate information in mind:

Parking/Entry: There is a $5 fee per vehicle for all spectators.
Notice: This charge is required by the facility and is not a fee from East Palestine Schools.

We look forward to seeing you there! Go Bulldogs!

Today (3/17/26) the East Palestine School District will operate on a 2-hour delay due to weather conditions. There will be no AM Preschool.

We had an amazing Day 1 at the EPMS Scholastic Book Fair! It was great to see so many students excited to browse the shelves and find their next favorite read.

Don’t worry if you missed out today—we are open all week long! Students can stop by the fair to shop every day once they have finished their lunch.

From latest releases to classic favorites, there is something for everyone. Let’s keep that reading momentum going, Bulldogs!

Go Cashless with an eWallet: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/eastpalestinemiddleschool

We are so grateful for our Unlocking Potential Mentorship program at EPMS! Each month, amazing community members volunteer their time to mentor our Bulldogs, sharing wisdom and leaving a lasting imprint on their lives.

A huge thank you to the United Way of Northern Columbiana County for sponsoring this program and helping us invest in our students' futures. It’s truly a team effort to help every Bulldog reach their full potential!

The countdown is officially on! In exactly seven days, the East Palestine Drama Club takes the stage for their production of The Little Mermaid. Our talented students have been working tirelessly to bring this Disney classic to life, and you won’t want to miss the magic!

📍 Where: EPHS Auditorium
📅 When: 3/20 - 7 p.m., 3/21 - 7 p.m. and 3/22 - 2 p.m.
🎟️ Tickets: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/myepschools or at the door

We can't wait to see you "Under the Sea!"

The wait is over!
The EPMS GATE Club has officially launched its first edition of MS News. These students have been hard at work, and it shows!
https://youtu.be/GyzAhfBLkzA

Join Dr. Rook, Superintendent of East Palestine Schools, along with the building principals, for a *State of the Schools* event on Tuesday, April 14th, at 6:00 p.m. The event will take place in the EPHS Auditorium. Expect to receive updates from the administration on the overall district, as well as information on performance, progress, and plans for each district building.
We are excited to share all the great things happening in EP Schools! Mark your calendars now!

Shamrock Grams Are Coming! 🍀

Spread some St. Patrick’s Day luck to your friends, staff members, and co-workers!

Forms will be sent home with all EPES students and must be returned by March 13, 2026. The PTO will be selling Shamrock Grams during EPMS lunches on March 16th and 17th.

Each Shamrock Gram is only $2 and includes:
✨ A personalized message card
✨ A festive St. Patrick’s Day treat

All Shamrock Grams will be delivered on St. Patrick’s Day at EPES. At EPMS, they will be given to the students at the time of purchase for personal delivery. 💚🌈

Thank you for supporting the PTO and helping to spread a little extra joy throughout our schools!