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.
Elmira Free Academy High School: Teachers, Students, Parents and Community Members coming together
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Monday, November 29, 2010
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.
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.
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
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
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
Monday, November 22, 2010
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.
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.
Friday, November 19, 2010
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
--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
Thursday, November 18, 2010
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.
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.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
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.
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
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.
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
Monday, November 15, 2010
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.
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.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
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.
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.
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
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:
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
Monday, November 8, 2010
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.
--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.
Friday, November 5, 2010
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.
Thursday, November 4, 2010
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.
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
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.
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
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.
Monday, November 1, 2010
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.
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.
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