Swim Meet Cancelled

The Swim Meet for TODAY has been CANCELLED!! It has been rescheduled for Tomorrow at 4:30.

Morning Announcements

International Club: Active International club members a short meeting today after school. Room 214A in Mrs. Piatt's room.

Key Club: Key Clubbers: A reminder that we will be serving coffee and hot chocolate Christmas morning beginning at 3:00AM at the Arctic League. We serve till approx 6:30. If you can make it there to help it would be appreciated.

Ever Wonder why people can't just get along?? Well we have the answer. Check out the new club: Peace Works. in Ms. Morgans Rm 128, every Tuesday and Thursday 3:15- 4:15. Come there will be something to eat and drink, come check it out.

EFA Sports Schedule for Week of Dec 27th-Jan 1st

Monday: Dec 27 2010
12:00 PM
BOYS VARSITY BASKETBALL A Coaches vs Cancer Bishop Kearney TOURNAMENT Horseheads Middle School

Tuesday: Dec 28 2010
Time:TBD
BOYS JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL A EFA JV Boys Basketball Tournament TOURNAMENT Elmira Free Academy

Time: TBD
GIRLS JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL A EFA JV Tournament TOURNAMENT Elmira Free Academy

Wednesday: Dec 29 2010
Time: TBD
BOYS JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL A EFA JV Boys Basketball Tournament TOURNAMENT Elmira Free Academy

Time: TBD
GIRLS JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL A EFA JV Tournament TOURNAMENT Elmira Free Academy

Morning Announcements

Arctic League Fundraiser: Lisa Phillips has graciously donated a beautiful wreath for EFA to raffle off for a donation to the Arctic league. Lisa is teaming with Laura Davis and they are pooling all of their sources of strength along with their students to raise money for the Arctic league. I know many of you have made gracious donations this year and she appreciates it. She will be selling the tickets 1 for a dollar, 5 for 3 dollars, or an arm length for $5. Please look for them of their students sometime the next 3 days. Please email Lisa or Laura for any info.

Olympics of the Visual Arts: For all participants in the Olympics of the Visual Arts there will be a short meeting after school on Tuesday, Dec 21. Make sure to bring signed permission sheets to the meeting.

Door Decorating Results: Best in Holiday Spirit: Mrs. Frisk
Best in Holiday Tradition: The Library
Best Holiday Humor: Mr. Wall and a Very Elvis Christmas
Additional Awards: Best Group and Hallway: Rooms 111-119 in the Cafe Hallway
Best in Artistic Creativity: Mrs. Newkirk

Teachers: Tomorrow will be the first morning announcements broadcast. When you get to your rooms make sure to turn on your Promethean board and tune in.

Morning Announcement

Come buy a boy's Basketball T-shirt to wear to the Game tonight. for Sal in Room 202 for $10.

Tuesday Dec 21st: Vocal Music Concert in the Auditorium at 7:30.

Thursday Dec 23rd Thru Jan 2nd Winter Recess. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Morning Announcements

Girls interested in Softball: Any girl interested in playing Varsity or JV Softball this spring, there will be a brief informational meeting today, Thursday, Dec 16th after school in RM 105.

Seniors: Cookie Dough should be picked up today from 3-5pm in the Cafeteria.
-- Get your college applications done as soon as possible. scholarship applications are in
guidance. Stop down now.

Sophomores: Fudge has arrived, please stop into the library on Friday to pick-up your orders.
--Coffee, Hot Chocolate and Donuts available in the Library Tomorrow morning.

Interact Club: There will be an Interact Bake Sale today in the cafeteria. Also there is an Interact Meeting after school today in Rm 212 at 3:15.

PSAT scores are back. See your counselor for a time to review your scores.

Morning Announcements for Dec 15, 2010

There will be a bake sale this Thursday in the Cafeteria during lunch. Please support the Interact Club. In-addition, there will be an interact meeting this Thursday after school in RM 212.

PSAT scores are back: See your counselor for a time to review your scores

Seniors: Get your college applications done as soon as possible. Scholarship applications are in guidance. Stop Down now!!!!

Door Decorating: Have your classroom or office door decorate. Do it yourself or have a class do the decorating. Enter to win food and support the Arctic League. Door judging on Friday 12/17/10.

Morning Announcement Dec 14, 2010

Boces exploration field trip scheduled for today has been Canceled

There will be a Bake Sale this Thursday in the Cafeteria during lunch. Please support the Interact Club in-addition, there will be an Interact meeting this Thursday after school in RM 212.

Freshman: Freshman class received an ad form for yearbook last week. These ads will cover the cost of covering freshman pictures in the yearbook. You need to sell at least 2, $10 ads. If you need money forms or have any questions please see Mrs. Siriani in RM 229. The ads are due Friday, Dec 17th.

Mr. Lattimore will be offering Tutoring/Review classes for the January Earth Science Regents exam form 3:15 to 4:45 in RM 200 on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting December 14th.

Morning Announcements for Dec 13, 2010

Mr. Lattimore will be offering tutoring/review classes for the January Earth Science Regents exam form 3:15 to 4:45 in Rm 200 on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting December 14th.

Seniors who are applying for colleges need to get all of their information in to their guidance counselors by Dec 16th in order to have it ready before break.

Yearbooks: The last day to order yearbooks is Dec 22nd.

Morning Announcements for Dec 9, 2010

Fridays Dance has been Canceled.

Candy Grams: Candy Grams are back. Candy grams are a little note, and a candy cane that you can buy for $1 each or $2 for three of them. You can get them for your boyfriend or girlfriend, favorite teacher, a best friend, or even yourself. They will be on sale during lunches starting on Dec 6th until Dec 17th. They will be delivered to classes during 3/4 on Dec 21st.

Calling all artists for the Visual Arts Olympics. A short meeting will be held in Mrs. Gordon's Room(RM 103) after school today.

Seniors: Index cards for the yearbook and Senior class favorites are due by this Friday, Dec 10th. They will not be accepted Late.
--Last day to order your copy of the Torch Yearbook is Wednesday, Dec 22nd.

SADD(Students Against Drunk Driving): The SADD Club Meeting is rescheduled for Today, after school at 3:15 in RM 226.

EFA: Pull out your phones right now and vote for EFA Vocallision @ www.magic927977.com. Help us beat Corning East.

Help our Community Enjoy the Historic sights of Elmira: Elmira Calendars created by Beecher 2010 5th graders are $8. Profits will be donated to: Near Westside Neighborhood Association.

Holiday Door Decorating Contest: Have your classroom or office door decorated. Do it yourself or have a class do the decorating. Enter to win food and support the Arctic League. $10 Entry fee to have door entered. 3 winners will be given Kountry Krullers Goodies on 12/21. Best in Holiday Spirit, Best in Holiday Humor, Best in Holiday Tradition.

Southside Singers to Present 23rd Madrigal Feast: Holiday Tradition features Dinner, Music, Dance and more. Southside High School's Madrigal Singers will continue a longstanding tradition with Sweet Music, clear, the 23rd annual Madrigal Feast. Two evenings of feasting will be offered this year on Friday and Saturday Dec 10 & 11th at 6:30. Tickets are still available. Presented at Elmira College's Hamilton Great Hall. Tickets are $35 and are available through the SHS Footlighters Box Office by calling 607-735-3288.

Morning Announcement for Dec 8, 2010

International Club: There will be an International club meeting Today @ 3:15 in rm 214b

Message from Mr. Wood:
--No food will be allowed out of the cafe. All students must eat their lunches in the Cafeteria.
--Bathrooms. Students must sign before going in to the lavs and then out. There will only be one
set of bathrooms open and they will be supervised due to the incidents that have occurred.
--Please be respectful of all adults with reasonable requests in the hallways.
--Students should be attending all classes including their study halls.

Bowling: The Bowling team will be released at 2pm today for their Bowling Match in Vestal.

Message from School Counselors: School counselors from EFA are hosting "The Road to Somewhere Workshop" at 6:30pm, Thursday, Dec 9th in the EFA Community Room. Refreshments will be provided. The Counselors will facilitate discussions about subjects such as volunteering, SAT's and ACT's, scholarships, online college applications, and the military. In addition, a financial aid expert from Cornell University will be there to answer questions and offer assistance. The session is open to all area students, parents, and guardians. For more information, call 735-3112.

Morning Announcements for Dec 7, 2010

EFA Christmas Dance: EFA Christmas Dance is Friday, Dec 10th, 8-11 in the Cafeteria. Tickets are on Sale in the Cafe during lunch periods. They are $4 PreSale and $5 at the door on Friday.

Vocallision is currently being featured on Magic FM (92.7) with their rendition of Believe from "Polar Express." We are engaged in an online competition until Christmas. If you can help us out please do the following:
1. Go to www.magic927977.com. Scroll down until you see"Visitor Polls" on the left margin of the screen.
2. Click on "EFA Vocallision" and then Click "Submit"
3. Repeat
4. Repeat
5. Repeat. (Seriously, you can click on our button as many times as you want between now and Christmas and as many times a day as you want.

92.7FM will be playing our recording of Believe.

EFA Sports Schedule for Week of Dec 5th

EFA Sports Schedule for the week of Dec 6th

Tuesday: Dec 7 2010

4:30 PM
BOYS FRESHMAN BASKETBALL A @ Horseheads Central (B FR) SCRIMMAGE Horseheads South Gym

Wednesday: Dec 8 2010

3:40 PM
Boys and Girls VARSITY-JV BOWLING A @ Union - Endicott (B&G Var-JV) GAME Midway Lanes

5:30 PM
GIRLS JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL H Corning District (G JV) GAME Elmira Free Academy

7:15 PM
GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL H Corning District (G V) GAME Elmira Free Academy

Friday: Dec 10 2010

5:30 PM
BOYS FRESHMAN BASKETBALL H Vestal (B FR) GAME Ernie Davis Middle School

6:00 PM
BOYS JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL A @ Corning District (B JV) GAME Corning West

7:45 PM
BOYS VARSITY BASKETBALL A @ Corning District (B V) GAME Corning West

Bowling Match Canceled

The Bowling Match Scheduled for Binghamton Today Has Been CANCELED. It has been rescheduled for Tomorrow.

Morning Announcements for Dec 6, 2010

Teacher/Student Holiday Basketball Game: Any student who has a 70 or higher overall average(which means you are academically eligible) and has not been written up and received referrals. May sign up to play in the Teacher/Student Holiday basketball game which will take place on Dec 22nd. This is the only week to sign up which will allow for us to check on eligibility and to order shirts. If you meet this criteria and are interested please sign up with Mr. Burfield in Rm 230. Again you will not be selected if you do not meet this criteria. Thanks Burf.

Seniors: Mrs. Kennedy received a baby picture the day before Thanksgiving Break without a name on the back. It says, "8 mesi" on the back. Please let her know ASAP if this belongs to you.

Candy Grams Candy Grams are back! Candy grams are a little note, and a candy cane that you can buy for $1 each, or $2 for three of the. You can get them for your boyfriend or girlfriend, favorite teacher, a best friend, or even yourself. they will be on sale during lunches starting on Dec 6th - Dec 17th. They will be delivered to classes during 3/4 on Dec 21st.

National Honor Society: There is a National Honor Society meeting after school today Dec 6th. All members, new and old must attend. There will be a group picture taken at 3:06.

Freshman: Freshman Class received an Ad Form for yearbook last week. These Ads will cover the cost of covering freshman pictures in the yearbook. You need to sell at least 2 -$10 ads. if you need more forms or have any questions please see Mr. Siriani in Rm 229 or any of your class officers. Ads are due Friday Dec 17th.

Morning Announcement for Dec 3, 2010

Congratulations to the Percussion Ensemble and the Orchestra for putting on an awesome concert last night. The music was wonderful and every member should be proud of their performance.

National Honor Society: The National Honor society meeting will be after school on Dec 6th. All members, new and old must attend. There will be a group picture taken at 3:06.

Morning Announcements for Dec 2, 2010

International Club: There will be a short International Club meeting after school today TODAY in Rm 214A.

Jewelry Sale: Jewelry Sale to help The Women at Risk Organization tomorrow in the Community Center 9:00 -3:00pm.

Interact Club: The Interact Club will be holding an Important Meeting Today after School in RM 212.

Inferno Shirts: Inferno shirts are on sale until Friday, Dec. 3rd see Mr. Ferris for Order forms.

The Following students from Elmira Free Academy have qualified for the New York Public High School Athletic Association Scholar Athlete 2010 Fall Team Award. This Award is given to Varsity teams that have a combined overall team average of 90% in their classes. congratulations to the following member of these varsity teams:

GIRLS SOCCER (Average 93.412) – Coach Jana Reidy

Cassandra Barr

Kiersten Cobb-Wilkins

Hailey Court

Melanie Dieg

Nicole Hill

Tori Magee

Maureen Milliken

Corinne Murray

Hannah Strong

Katelyn Swartwood

Sahriah Waters

Lauren Cain

VOLLEYBALL (Average 90.950) – Coach Tim Crout

Victoria Cunningham

Chloe Erway

Molly Hill

Lindsay Lax

Molly McInerny

Brooke Mitchell

Alison Sowers

Ashley Weiermiller

BOYS SOCCER (Average 91.458) – Coach Derek Hamilton

Andrew Booth

Kail Burfield

Justin Cotner

Sean Denicola

Kevin Kucharski

Nick Lian

Tom Milliken

Bryan Owens

Mackenzie Park

Matthew Terpack

Alex Varkatzas

Satchal Waters

Swim Meet Cancelled

The Swim Meet for Today has Been Cancelled!! No Practice.

Morning Announcements for Dec 1, 2010

Seniors: Mrs. Kennedy received a baby picture the day before Thanksgiving Break without a name on th eback. It says "8mesi" on the back. Please let her know ASAP if this belongs to you.

Freshman/Sophomore Bake Sale: There is a Freshman and Sophomore Bake Sale Tomorrow in the Cafe during lunch periods.

SPTO meeting: There is a SPTO meeting Tomorrow 7pm in the Main Office.

Orchestra/Percussion Concert Tomorrow Dec 2nd 7:30 in the Auditorium.

SAT's: Saturday Dec 4th SAT's I and II @ EFA.

Beecher students selling calendars as a service learning project

Beecher Elementary service learning students are selling 2011 calendars that highlight historical Elmira landmarks. All photographs featured in the calendar were taken last year by fifth-grade students either during a trolley tour or on one of several walking tours of the area. All proceeds will be donated to the Near Westside Neighborhood Association.

This project was part of a Learn and Serve grant. One requirement of service learning is to integrate curriculum into service projects. In this case, the students not only participated in the project but also learned about the local historic landmarks and applied the gleaned knowledge to their work.

Calendars are $8 each and can be purchased at Beecher Elementary School. To purchase a calendar or for more information, contact Jason Manwaring at (607) 735-3501, ext. 8175 or jamanwaring@elmiracityschools.com.

Morning Announcements for Nov 30, 2010

Sophomores: There will a bake sale on Thursday, Dec 2nd during lunch periods.

District Art Teachers featured in exhibit at Elmira College. Art educators from the Elmira City School district will be featured in an upcoming exhibit at Elmira college. An opening reception takes place from 5-7pm Thursday, Dec 2nd in the George Waters Gallery in the college's Campus Center. The exhibit runs from Dec 2nd through Dec. 17th. The George Waters Gallery is open from noon to 4pm. Monday thru Saturday and also by appointment.

November 29, 2010

EFA Percucssion and Orchestra: The EFA Percussion Ensemble and Orchestra will present a Winter concert this Thursday, Dec 2nd at 7:30 in the auditorium. The concert is free. come enjoy music of the holidays.

EFA International Club: The EFA International club is hosting a WAR(Women At Risk) Jewelry party in the Community Center on Dec 3rd from 9am - 3pm. WAR stands for Women At Risk. this organization helps women and children overcome their experiences dealing with sexual assault and human trafficking. We hope you can shop during your free time and help the students to raise money towards this noble cause. With the holidays approaching this is an excellent opportunity to do some shopping and help others in need. all crafts including jewelry, trinkets, and clothing are created by Women At Risk in order to support themselves. All proceeds will be donated to WAR. Thank you for your support, The EFA International Club.

Morning Announcement for Nov 23, 2010

Thanksgiving Recess Begins starting Tomorrow.

Friday: Nov 26th Downtown Holiday Parade with the EFA Marching Band.

Meet our New Parent Partner

Message from Lee Fisher, EFA's New Parent Partner:

Last Spring, I was hired as EFA's Parent Partner. Over the months, I have been trying to meet everyone. It is a big school with lots of activity and I know there are still some teachers and staff that I have not met. So, I thought it would be nice if I sent out an email telling you a little bit about myself and where you can find me.

I have been married to a wonderful man, named Bill for 22 years. We have a daughter, Liz who is now in 10th grade and besides being a great student she is a passionate dancer. My husband and I both graduated from Elmira College. Seventeen years ago, we moved from Florida back to Elmira (no we are not crazy - we love the seasons). Over the years, I have been a Manager in a real estate office (Doylestown, PA), the Associate Director of the American Water Ski Association (Winter Haven, FL), a Pre-School Teacher with Happy House Nursery School (Elmira, NY) and currently I am the Office Manager at the Leslie School of Dance Studios (Elmira Heights/Watkins Glen, NY). I also, have been very lucky to have had time to volunteer with the Junior League, Girl Scouts, First Presbyterian Church, Elmira Downtown Development, Arnot Art Museum and for 6 years was the Hendy Building & Planning Parent Representative. My life changed, eleven years ago when I co-founded a local dance company, New Heights Dance Theater (Elmira Heights, NY). One of our main tasks is to puts on two full productions (Nutcracker in Motion and Walking on the Horizon) each year at the Clemens Center. I am currently the President & Production Director for the organization. Not sure if you can tell, but I love kids and working with people.

Please feel free to contact me if you think there is anything I can help you with. I am in room 151A (inside Mr. Tobin's office). I am in school a few hours each day Tuesday - Friday.

Thank you.

Lee Fischer
EFA Parent Partner
735-3100 ext. 3147
lfischer@elmiracityschools.com

Morning Annouincement Nov 22, 2010

Club Impact: club Impact will be meeting Tomorrow in Rm 104 After school.

Art Club: There will be an Art Club meeting on Monday 11/22/10 after school in Rm 104. We will be finalizing buttons and mural ideas. All are welcome. any questions please see Mrs. Newkirk.

Tennis team meet at 4 corners for pizza party and uniform after school.

Morning Announcement for Nov 19, 2010

Sophomores: The Java Joe's Coffee fundraiser is in, please stop into the library to pick up your order.
--Fudge fundraiser has started. They are due Nov 30th with money. The fudge is from a local lady in Waverly. The fudge will arrive around the 14th of Dec. It can be stored at room temp for 2 -3 months. All checks should be made out to: "The class of 2013" Thank you

The following students have pictures that need to be picked up in the main office: Devin Hill; Cody Hefner; Jarrid Groves;Karlee Clune; Phillip Brodginski; Serenity Townsend.

Classic Reunion Concert: Saturday, Nov 20, 2010 the Elmira City School District is prod to host a "Classic Reunion Concert: featuring the conduction talents of former, beloved retired music teachers during the annual Zone 15 NYSSMA Area All-State Concert, hosted by Southside High School.. This special concert will be held at 3:00 At the Clemens Center. Students will begin rehearsing Friday Nov 19th at Southside High School. Tickets can be purchased prior to the concert in the lobby of the Clemens Center. For more information, contact Kim Henry at 735-3285 or khenry@elmiracityschools.com

Morning Announcements for Nov 18, 2010

Art Club: There will be an Art Club meeting on Monday 11/22 after school in room 104. We will be finalizing buttons and mural ideas. all are welcome. Any questions please see Mrs. Newkirk.

Seniors: Baby pictures and senior pictures are due no later than Tuesday Nov 23rd.

FBLA(Future Business Leaders of America): General FBLA meeting Tues Nov 23rd in RM 222 @ 3:15.

Freshman: There will be a brief meeting for Freshman officers after school Friday Nov 19th in RM 229.

Talent Show: Talent Show tonight in the Auditorium @ 7:0o Tickets are $5.

Sources of Strength: If you received a nomination letter for Sources of Strength in the mail, please return your permission slips to Ms. Davis in RM 226 ASAP. the training will be this Friday from 12:15 - 3:05.

Morning Announcements for Nov 17, 2010

Talent Show: There is a Talent Show tomorrow Nov 18th in the Auditorium. $5 a ticket come and see EFA's high school talent.

Seniors: Baby pictures and Senior pictures are due no later than Tuesday, Nov 23rd.

Sophomores: The Java Jive Coffee has arrived please see Mrs. Barchet or Mrs. Marczyk in the library to pick up your order.

National Honors Society: NHS members must meet with Mrs. Perkins Immediately to discuss committees.

Interact Club: The Interact club is meeting on Thursday, Nov 18 at 3:15 in RM 212.

Morning Announcements for Nov 16, 2010

Interact Club: The Interact club will be meeting this Thursday @ 3:15 in RM 2121.

Club Impact: Club Impact is meeting today after school in RM 104. All are invited.

Seniors: Senior Trip deposit of $75 is due by Friday, Nov 19.

Winner: The winner of the I-tunes gift card is Merideth Moore. Please see Ms. Melens to claim your prize.

Technology Class: Mr. Wall's Tech Class is going on a field trip to Hillards Inc. Tomorrow Nov 17th from 8:30-11:00.

Classic Reunion Concert: Saturday, Nov 20, 2010 the Elmira City School District is prod to host a "Classic Reunion Concert: featuring the conduction talents of former, beloved retired music teachers during the annual Zone 15 NYSSMA Area All-State Concert, hosted by Southside High School.. This special concert will be held at 3:00 At the Clemens Center. Students will begin rehearsing Friday Nov 19th at Southside High School. Tickets can be purchased prior to the concert in the lobby of the Clemens Center. For more information, contact Kim Henry at 735-3285 or khenry@elmiracityschools.com

Morning Announcements for Nov 15, 2010

Juniors: All Candle Orders Must be turned in by Tomorrow, Tues, Nov 16 at the latest. Please see Coach Kessler if you have any questions and to turn your orders in.

Girls Cheerleading Practice will be at EFA today from 3:30-5.

Activities for the Week:

Thursday, Nov 18th: Junior Class Bake Sale: During Lunch Periods

Friday, Nov 19th: Senior Area All State Music Festival.

Saturday, Nov 20th: Senior Area All State Music Festival.

Morning Announcements for Nov 10, 2010

Java Jive: Tonight from 6:30-8:30 in the EFA Library. $2 at the door or a food donation. Come and enjoy our local talent.

Winter Bus Information:
Bus #95: Cheerleaders Beginning 11/15: EFA to Diven. Pick up time at EFA is approximately 3:15-3:30
Bus #265: Wrestling & Boys' Swim Beginning 11/8 to SouthSide High. Pick up time at EFA about 3:15-3:30.
Bus # 298: Indoor Track Beginning 11/8 Davis to EFA to Broadway Middle to Southside. Pick up at EFA about 3:15-3:30.
Bus #301: Freshman Boys Basketball: Beginning 11/12. Davis to Hendy.
All Winter Athletes will be picked up out back of EFA.

Sign Up to donate blood. We have 20 slots left for Friday's drive. If you have already signed-up you should be given your pass today. Remember to bring an Id with your Date of Birth and if you are 16, a signed permission slip.

Congratulations to the member of the Vocalision for a fantastic performance of the National Anthem last Saturday at the Elmira Jackals game.

Boys Soccer Champs

SECTION IV CLASS “A” CHAMPIONS

GOOD LUCK AT REGIONALS!!

Morning Announcements for Nov 9, 2010

Junior Class --Sell, Sell, Sell! Reminder our Fundraiser Candle Sale is over next week. Our goal is 10 items per person. Turn money and order sheets into Coach Kessler in Rm 129 when ready.

No School Thursday: Veterans Day

Scholarships Available: See your Guidance Counselor for more information:

• Ron Brown Scholarship Deadline: Jan 9, 2011

• Gates Millennium Scholars Deadline: Jan 10, 2011

• Corning Community College Presidential Scholarship Deadline: Jan 14, 2011
  

• Southern Tier District Credit Union Deadline: Jan 21, 2011
  

• Carolyn Matthews Memorial Deadline: Feb 17, 2011

• Danny VanTassel Deadline: Feb 17, 2011

• Tuffee J. Yunis Deadline: Feb 17, 2011

• Daniel A. Driscoll Deadline: Feb 24, 2011

• Robert & Sharon Petrillose Memorial Deadline: Feb 24, 2011
  

• Rodney Faught Memorial Deadline: Feb 24, 2011

• Youth for Christ Scholarship Deadline: March 30, 2011

Morning Announcements for Nov 8, 2010

Seniors: cookie Dough orders due by this Friday Nov 12th.
--senior trip deposit of $75 due by Friday Nov 19, 2010.
--Cap and Gown orders should be mailed into the company asap.

Freshman: The Freshman class will be selling Raffle tickets for a $25 gift card to I-Tunes. You can purchase tickets during lunch on Thurs and Friday. Tickets 1-$1, 3 tics-$2 and 8 tics -$5

Corning Community College--Hosting: "Make your Day Off, Pay Off." Veterans Day, Thursday Nov 11, 2010. Attend the Corning community College "Make Your Day Off, Pay Off" event coming up next Thurs, NOv 11. Prospective students and their family members will attend an information session, get financial aid information and take a tour of the campus. See the new Wellness Center and Field House for Lacrosse.

Calendar of Events for this Week:
Wed: Java Jive: 6-9 in Library
Thursday: Veterans Day No School
Fri: Blood Drive, Marking Period Ends.

College Visitations: University of Scranton, Tuesday Nov 9, 2010 @ 11:30

Congrats to the Boys Varsity Soccer Team for making it to States. Good Luck in Tomorrow's Game against New York City.

Morning Announcements for Nov 5, 2010

Section Games this Weekend

Friday, November 5, 2010

Section IV Class “A” Championship Football Game

EFA will play Maine Endwell

5:00 start time at Union Endicott High School

Saturday, November 6, 2010

Section IV Class “A” Swimming & Diving Championships

The Elmira District Team will be competing

10:00 start time at Owego High School Pool

Saturday, November 6, 2010

Section IV Class “A” Championship Boy’s Soccer Game

EFA will play Johnson City

2:30 start time at The Soccer Hall of Fame Fields in Oneonta, New York

9th and 10th grade boys: if you are a 9th or 10th grade boy interested in playing JV or Freshman basketball you MUST sign up at nurses office right now, even if you are playing Football you MUST sign up or you will not be able to try out. Java Jive:

The Fall Java Jive is next Wed, Nov 10th in the library from 6:30-8:30pm. Admission is a cash donation of $2 or canned goods. Baked goods and refreshments will be provided. Be sure to come our and see some of our finest performances in a coffee house atmosphere.

Blood Drive: the Annual Fall Blood Drive is Friday, Nov 12th Staff and students over the age of 16 are eligible to donate. Sign-ups will be held on Mon and Tues during the lunch periods.

Congratulations to the Girls Varsity Cross Country Team who won the Sectionals Race last night as Class B Champions. They are now on there way to States. Great Job Ladies.

Morning Announcement for Nov 4, 2010

There will be an EFA SPTO Meeting tonight, November 4, at 7:00 PM in the Main Office Conference Room. Please come and find out what we can do for you and your student and what you can do for your school. All attending individuals will be entered to win the SPTO November Give Away Basket - Harvest Theme.

For more information about SPTO, please contact Lee Fischer, EFA's Parent Partner at lfischer@elmiracityschools.com or at 735-3100 ext 3147.

Fall Java Jive: the Fall Java Jive is next Wed, Nov 10th i the library from 6:30 - 8:30. Admission is a cash donation of $2 or canned goods. Baked goods and refreshments will be provided. Be sure to come out and see some of our finest performances in a coffee house atmosphere.

Blood Drive: the Annual Fall Blood Drive is Friday, Nov. 12th. Staff and students over the age of 16 are eligible to donate with parent permission. Sign-ups will be held on Mon. and Tues. during lunch periods. T-shirts are given to all donors.

Freshman: The freshman class will be selling raffle tickets for a $25 gift card to I-Tunes. You can purchase tickets during lunch on Thurs and Friday. Tickets are 1-$1, 3-$2.00 and 8 tics-$5.

Morning Announcements for Nov 3, 2010

FBLA: FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) will be having a general meeting on Tues Nov 9th in RM 222 @ 3:15.

Sophomore Fundraiser: The Java Joe fundraiser is due on Friday Nov 5th, please make all checks out to "Class of 2013" The fundraiser can be turned into the library or main office, any questions please feel free to call: 735-3151.

Turkey Drive: Every year 15 million people die of hunger! We have a chance to reduce those numbers, so lets do it! Drop off your spare change in the cafe and help feed the hungry with our turkey drive.

Morning Announcement for Nov 2, 2010

Club Impact: club Impact is meeting today, Tues in Room 104. All are Welcome.

Bowling: There is a meeting for all students going out for Bowling in Coach Kessler's Rm 129, Thursday morning @ 7:30. For any student interested in Bowling you must sign up in the nurses office this week.

WEAR PINK: Wear Pink on Friday, Nov 5th. EFA Takes a Stand Against Bullying.

Volley Ball: There will be a sectional game , Today against Johnson City at Johnson City.

Sophomores: Java Joe fundraiser is due this Friday, please turn in your orders in the library.

Morning Announcements for Nov 1, 2010

Calendar of Event for the Week of Nov 1st -5th:

Thursday: Peer Mediators Bake Sale
SPTO Meeting 7pm in Library

Friday: Junior Area All-State Music Festival

Saturday: SAT I & II @ Southside High School
Junior Area All-State Music Festival

Seniors: If you haven't signed-up for the senior trip see Mrs. Sweeney ASAP. A $75 deposit is due by Friday, November 19th.
--Anyone who didn't order their caps and gowns last week should get a packet from Mrs. Sweeney and mail into Jostens.
--The cookie dough orders and money are due by Friday Nov 12th.

Sophomore: The Sophomore Fundraiser is due Friday Nov 5th.

Gym Make-Ups:
Any Students who need to make up any portion of the Phys. ED. Fitness testing make-ups will be held Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 3:15 in the Gym.

Morning Announcement for Oct 29th

HOBY Youth Leadership Seminar; One Sophomore will be chosen to attend the 3 day HOBY Youth Leadershop seminar at SUNY Oswego from June 3rd- June 5. This is a highly acclaimed national program that has been providing leadership training to sophomore students for 50 years. If you would like to find out more about this opportunity, see your counselor.


Message from Mr. Henderson: Just for all of your information, the back doors of EFA are being forced open by students during school and after practices in the evening to gain access to EFA. These doors are loced when thi happens and we are working on a solution to make sure they cannot be compromised. I would like to ask that we make an effort to change the minds of these students to help with this process. When we make the doors stronger and more rigid and the students still want to break into the school then they will literally breat the doors. I just want everyone to be aware of this so we can be proactive.


Boys EFA Soccer Team Sectional Game here Today at 3:30.

Saturday, October 30, 2010 @ 1:30

EFA will play Southside High School. This is a Sectional IV Semi-Final Game. Admission will be $5.

GYM MAKE-UP CLASSES:

Any students who need to make up any portion of the Physical Education Fitness Testing, make-ups will be held Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday @ 3:15 in the Gym.

Morning Announcements for Oct 28, 2010

Credit Recovery: Credit Recovery classes in Math, English and Social Studies will start Nov. 1st at EFA. Also new classes in English, Economics and Government. See your Counselor for more information.

Friday, October 29, 2010 @ 3:30
EFA Boys’ Soccer will play the winner of the SHS/Owego

Cap and Gown orders can placed in the Cafe during lunch periods Today and Tomorrow Oct 29th. Payment due at time of order.

Ace Biology: Ace Biology will be going on a field trip on Nov 2 all day to Geneva to do field experiments on Seneca Lake.

Morning Announcements for Oct 27, 2010

Seniors: Halloween Dance on Friday 8-10pm. No charge must come in costume.
--Sign up as soon as possible outside rm 218 for Senior trip and get a permission slip.
--Cap and gown ordering will take place on Thursday and Friday in Cafeteria. Payment need at
time of order.
--Cookie Dough Sale is going on from now until November 12th. Profits to help reduce cost for
trip and prom.

Soccer: Girls Soccer will play at 3:30 against Southside or Owego at Home Today
GOOD LUCK EFA GIRLS SOCCER!

Morning Announcements for Oct 26, 2010

EFA Football:

Saturday, October 30, 2010 @ 1:30

EFA will play Southside High School. This is a Sectional IV Semi-Final Game. This is a Sectional IV Semi-Final Game. The winner of this game will play for the Section IV Class “A” Championship November 5^th at 5:00 pm at Union Endicott High School. They will play the winner of Vestal/Maine Endwell game that will take place on October 30^th at Maine Endwell.

**Saturday, October 30^th**

Admission of $5.00 per person will be charged at this game.

EFA Soccer:

The following Sectional Soccer Games will take place this week at Elmira Free Academy:

Wednesday, October 27, 2010 @ 3:30

EFA Girls’ Soccer will play Johnson City

Friday, October 29, 2010 @ 3:30

EFA Boys’ Soccer will play the winner of the SHS/Owego game that will be played on 10/26

Admission will not be charged for these games.

Pink Day: Next Friday, November 5th is Pink Day. A national movement to Stank Up to bullying. If you would like to have the health classes make you a tie dye pink t-shirt to wear that day, please see Ms. Davis (RM226) with an old shirt for a free tie-dye or $3.00 for a brand new one and a shirt will be made for you. Orders must be in by next Tuesday, Nov 3rd.

Sophomore Coffee Fundraiser: The sophomores are having a Java Joe Fundraiser from today until Nov 8th. All checks should be made payable to "Class 2013"

Seniors: Cookie Dough sale is going on from now until November 12th. Profits will help to reduce your costs for the trip and prom.

Morning Announcements for Oct 25, 2010

Yearbook: There will be a Yearbook meeting on Thursday, Oct 28th @3:15 in Ms. Bush's Room 119A. If you have not brought in your money for t-shirts, please do so before Tuesday. If you can not attend, please let Mrs. Kennedy or Ms. Bush know.

Interact Club Fundraiser: Please come to Rita's Italian Ice Tuesday night from 6-9 to support the Interact Club. 15% of the profits will go to the club. Please support us.

SADD(Students Against Drunk Driving): There will be a SADD club meeting on Tues., Oct 26 in Ms. Davis's Room 226

Indoor Track: Mandatory Indoor Track Meeting, Tues. Oct 26th @ 3:15 in the EFA Wrestling Room.

Seniors: Your Senior Trip will be to New York city and Cape May, New Jersey. Please sign up outside of Room 218 by this Fri. Oct 22nd. No money is needed at this time. The itinerary is posted as well in case you needed one.
--Cap and gown Orders will be taken Thursday Oct 28th and Friday, Oct 29th. Packets are available from English or Social Studies teachers or Mrs. Sweeney. Payment is needed at time of order.
--Halloween Costume Dance is Friday October29th from 8-10pm. Seniors Only--no charge.

Orchestra: The Orchestra will be traveling to Woodbrook from 10:30-1:00 for a concert.

Picture Retakes: School Picture Retakes will be this Wednesday Oct 27th.

College Visitations: Wed: Lockhaven @ 8:00am Thur: St. Bonaventure @ 9am
Thur: Morrisville @ 9:45 Thur: Broome Community @ 10: 30
Fri: Houghton College @ 1:20

EFA Sports Schedule for Week of Oct 25th

Monday: Oct 25 2010
9:00 AM
GIRLS JUNIOR VARSITY VOLLEYBALL H EFA Invitational TOURNAMENT Elmira Free Academy

3:00 PM
GIRLS VARSITY SOCCER A Varsity Finals TOURNAMENT TBA

Tuesday: Oct 26 2010
Time: TBD
BOYS VARSITY SOCCER A Sectionals Begin TOURNAMENT TBA

3:00 PM
BOYS JUNIOR VARSITY SOCCER H Junior Varsity Finals TOURNAMENT TBA

6:00 PM
GIRLS JUNIOR VARSITY VOLLEYBALL A Simifinals TOURNAMENT TBA

7:30 PM
GIRLS VARSITY VOLLEYBALL A Semifinals TOURNAMENT TBA

Wednesday: Oct 27 2010
3:00 PM
GIRLS VARSITY SOCCER A Sectionals Begin TOURNAMENT TBA
Thursday: Oct 28 2010
6:00 PM
GIRLS JUNIOR VARSITY VOLLEYBALL A Finals TOURNAMENT TBA

7:30 PM
GIRLS VARSITY VOLLEYBALL A Finals TOURNAMENT TBA

Friday: Oct 29 2010
3:00 PM
GIRLS VARSITY TENNIS A Sectionals TOURNAMENT TBA

Saturday: Oct 30 2010
Time: TBD
Boys and Girls VARSITY-JV CROSS COUNTRY A STAC Championships TOURNAMENT Hickories Park

3:00 PM
GIRLS VARSITY TENNIS A Sectionals TOURNAMENT TBA

Morning Announcements for Oct 21, 2010

There are no new announcements but tomorrow morning is Hall decorating, judges will come through at 8:00 and there will be a Pep Rally Assembly at 1:30 Tomorrow. All Classes will be shortened for the Assembly.

There is an Early Release Drill Tomorrow students will be release 15 minutes early. Dismissal is at 2:50.
TinkerBell Game is at Southside High School @ 4:30

Bombfire is at EFA @ 6:30. Free Pizza and snacks out behind the Pool.

Erie Bell Game is at EFA on Saturday @ 1:30

GO BLUE DEVILS!!!

Morning Announcements for Oct 20th

Sophomore Bake Sale Tomorrow, Thursday Oct 22nd during Lunches.

FBLA: There is a Mandatory Officers meeting on Tuesday Oct 26th @ 3:15 in Rm 222. No Games. If you consider yourself an officer, be there or be replaced.

Indoor Track Meeting: There is an Mandatory Indoor Track meeting on Tuesday Oct 26 in the EFA Wrestling Room @ 3:15.

Seniors; Cap and Gown Orders will be taken next Thursday and Friday Oct 28th and Oct 29th. Packets are available from English or Social Studies Teacher or Mrs. Sweeney. payment is needed at time of order.
--Halloween Costume Dance is Friday, October 29th from 8-10pm. Seniors only! No Charge.
--Congrats to Seniors for winning PowderPuff.

Morning Announcements for Oct 19th

Parent-Teacher Conferences are this Wednesday Oct 2oth please call the main office make your appointment(735-3101).

Thursday the Sophomore class is having Bake Sale. All donations are welcomed. Please drop your donations off at the main office or the Library by Thursday Morning (Oct 21st).

Friday: Erie Bell Pep Assembly and the Tinkerbell Game @ Southside High School.

Erie Bell Bon Fire: The Erie Bell Bon Fire will be on Friday, Oct 22nd 2 6:30 outback by the pool. Free Pizza and Drinks will be provided. this event is sponsored by the EFA Booster Club.

Tech Team: Teach Team will be meeting in RM 106. to discuss the March 19th Science

Annual PowderPuff Football Game: The Annual PowerPuff football game will be held today, Tuesday, Oct 19 @ 5:30 on the Football field. Spectator Admission is $2.00

SADD: There will be a SADD club meeting on Oct 26th in Ms. Davis's Room (RM226).\

Seniors: Your Senior Trip will be to New York City and Cape May, New Jersey. Please sign up outside of RM 218 by this Friday, Oct 22nd. No money is needed at this time. The itinerary is posted as well in case you needed one.

Interact Club: Listen Up EFA. the Interact Club needs your help. If we can raise $5oo.oo by Friday, Mr. Wood and his wife will perform their dance athe the Erie Bell Assembly. so far, we've raised $200.00. Please help us reach our goal by donating your change during lunch periods this wee.

Morning Announcements for Oct 15th

Erie Bell: Erie Bell T-Shirts on Sale next week before and after school @ 4-corners and Cafeteria at lunch. Get them early number is limited.

International meeting today after school in RM 214A in Mrs.Piatt's Room.

Sophomore class Fundraiser: Sophomore class is holding a fundraiser at Texas Roadhouse on Monday, Oct 18th. Enjoy a great meal, provide our invitation to the waiter and boom we get 10% of the bill. See the flyer on the side of the blog. Thank you for your continued support.