Please be our guest this Friday June 8th at 6:00PM for our annual Jazz BBQ. This Friday will be Sunny and 75 degrees!  Come, bring your family, sit back, relax and enjoy an evening of great Jazz.  We are excited to have Colin Gordon as our guest artist. Colin just graduated from the Eastman School of Music with a Masters degree in Jazz Performance.  He is the 2012 recipient of the Outstanding Jazz Artist Award from Eastman School of Music.  This is an opportunity you do not want to miss. 

Seniors performing their last time for you at EFA are: Keara Hill, Brian Cobb, Jake Schamel, Matt Estep, Todd Hirtler, Melanie Dieg and Paul Stapleton.

Please open the attached invitation for information regarding the Jazz BBQ.

Don't forget to bring a lawn chair......... That's all you'll need for a great night (-:

Celebrity Scoop Night:  Join us for our Celebrity Scoop Night on May 29th from 6-9pm at Rita's of Horseheads, where PeaceWorks club members will be scooping ice from the behind the counter.  Come and support PeaceWorks and get a great treat at the same time.

Morning Announcements

Final Exams Schedules may be picked up in the main office, guidance office and the library.


Open Gym Tonight May 21st, for Boys Basketball from 6-8pm.


Booster Club Meeting Tonight, May 21st at EFA


Vocal Concert Tuesday, May 22nd 7:30pm in the Auditorium


Luau Dance, Wed, May 23rd in the Cafe 8-10pm.  Tickets on sale during lunch.


Thursday, May 24th - May 28th No School Memorial Day Weekend.  Enjoy the Long Weekend.

Morning Announcements

Interact Club:  the Interact Club is sponsoring a Luau dance on Wed. May 23rd in the EFA Cage from 8-10pm.  Tickets are $3 ahead and $5 at the door.  They are being sold during lunch periods Mon- Wed in the Cafe.

Morning Announcement

Summer Cohesion is looking for people to work this summer.  You must be 17 years old by July 2012.  Job applications are in the Main Office.


Elmira Pioneers Cheerleading Tryouts Saturday, May 19th 2-5 pm.  Dancers Alley 94B Old Ithaca Rd. Horseheads.  Must Be 16 years old or Older.


CarWash for Cancer.  Come support your local relay for life team:  Cure 4 Sure.  May 19th 9am-1pm at Rossi Lanes $5 a car.  Don't have a car we can wash?  Support by making a donation, buying a baked good or rummaging through the rummage sale.


Luau:  There will be voting for Luau King and Queen nominations taking place in 3rd period classes Today for freshmen, sophomores and juniors only.

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FBLA:  Students who want to run for FBLA positions for next year see Mrs. Hamilton before Thursday, May 17th.


Seniors:  Those who would like their pictures done at Elmira College before the Prom you need to be there by 6pm.  Make sure everyone comes.


International Club is having a bake sale during lunches tomorrow May 17th in the Cafe.


Tennis Practice for Today has been Canceled.

Morning Announcements

Seniors:  Please submit your class memories to Mr. Kessler in Rm 129 as soon as possible.
**Please give Senior song suggestions to Kessler by the end of the day Tomorrow.


Juniors:  All juniors must give Mrs. Marczyk or Mrs. Barchet their emails and phone number by the end of this week.  


Attention Camelot Cast Members: A Emergency meeting on Thursday, May 10th immediately following 8th period in Rm 224.  We will be very brief.


Tech Team:  All students that have attended Tech Team or worked on the play set need to see Mr. Wall by Thursday, May 10th

Seniors:  Seniors Please submit your class memories to Mr. Kessler in RM 129 as soon as possible.


Fall Sport sign-ups now going on in the health office.  Stop in to make sure all your paperwork is done.


International Club:  the International club is raffling tickets for a hanging Quilt.  1 ticket is $1 3 tickets for $2.  Tickets are available in Rm 214A or you can buy from International Club member.


Boys Basketball open gyms this week have been canceled.

Morning Announcement

Sunday from 2-4 will be held the annual Bear Creek trout nursery trout derby - for kids under 13.  Most kids catch fish and we have loads of prizes and free food and drinks.  It is in Daggett PA and very easy to find.  If you seek more info, contact Rocky Criss at EFA


Open Gym:  Boys basketball open gym this week has been cancel.


Attention Juniors:  the last day to register for June 2nd SAT is Tuesday May 8th.


Seniors:  The Senior Award Ceremony will be Tuesday June 5th @ 6:30.  If you are being recognized you will receive an invitation i the mail.  if you have won an award  or scholarship let your counselor know ASAP.

Morning Announcements

FBLA:  Mandatory meeting for all FBLA members after school Thursday, May 3rd.


Sources of Strength:  Attention all Sources of Strength members if you have been selling Yankee Candles, all order forms and money are due this Thursday.  Please bring it to Mrs. Rundell.


International Club:  The International Club is raffling tickets for a Hanging Quilt.  One ticket is $1, three tickets for $2.  Tickets are available in Rm 214A or you can buy from any International Club member.


Congratulations to the Varsity Boys Tennis Team for their 5-2 win against Horseheads last night.  Keep it up Guys.

Morning Announcements

Applications for the Summer Youth Employment Program are still available for Chemung county income eligible youth ages 14-20 in the guidance office or at www.chemungyouth.com.  Don't miss out on your chance for a summer job and apply today.  Deadline to apply is April 30th.  


Seniors:  EFA Project Graduation sign-ups for Seniors will take place in the cafe on Monday and Tuesday April 30th and May 1st. Don't miss out on this fun and rewarding event.


Juniors: Please stop in the library to sign-up for Senior t-shirts.

Track Meet Canceled

The track meet today (4/24) against Horseheads has been cancelled, it has been rescheduled for tomorrow, April 25^th at EFA.

Morning Announcements

Elmira Express Football players;  If any current Elmira Express Football players are interested in going tot he Section 4 Football combine the 1st weekend in May, you need to go see Coach Holleran right after school today in the weight room to pick up the paperwork that needs to be turned in by the end of the week.  If you have any questions he will be available to answer them for you.


Airline Academy:  A representative from the Airline Academy will be in the Main Office conference room Tuesday, April 24th @ 11:00 am.  If you would like to speak with him you can get a pass from your Guidance Counselor.


Bake Sale:  The Interact Club will be holding a Bake Sale in the Cafe, Thursday, April 26th during Lunches.

Weekly Announcements

Juniors: Reminder Pocono Trip money is due this week.

--Names for your Senior T-shirts also needs to be in this week. Come to the library to fill in the form.

3 on 3 Intramural Basketball League will start Tues. May 1st. Students must sign up with Mr. Ferris by Friday April, 27th. 3-5 player team. All games will be played on Tuesdays from 4:15-5:15.

Talent Show: Yes, EFA there will be a Talent Show this Spring. Shine up those dance shoes, warm up your voices and get that guitar out of the attic; it is time to show what you can do. The Second Annual Spring Spectacular Talent show will be Friday, June 1st at 7pm. in the EFA Auditorium. Prizes will be awarded and anyone is welcome to participate. We are looking for dancers, comedians, rappers, bands, vocalists and ventriloquists. There will be a brief informational meeting for anyone interested Friday, April 20 at the beginning of 5th period in the auditorium. Tell your talented friends who don't listen to announcements, THIS FRIDAY. A special note to Seniors, June 1st is Senior Day so it is your big chance to leave your mark at EFA, Class of 2012.

Walk a Mile in My Shoes: The Walk A Mile in My shoes suicide prevention walk is on May 5th from 11am-1pm at Eldridge park. If you are interested, you can register with Mrs. Rundell in RM 226. See walkamile.net for more information.

NAACP Scholarship: The NAACP Scholarship applications are in the Guidance Office. The deadline for applying is April 30th. Hurry down to guidance and get yours.

March for Babies: Southern Tier Chapter of the March of Dimes is sponsoring a walk for the babies on May 12th at 10am in Cornings Riverfront Park. The FBLA would like to send a team. Please see Ms. Hamilton for details.

Morning Announcements

Seniors: Please submit senior slideshow pictures to Mr. Kessler or Ms. Wilson ASAP.

Morning Announcements

Juniors: Any Junior who is applying to the New Vision program, please see your counselor about the deadlines. The deadline is April 5th.

Sophomores: Any 10th grader who will be applying to a TEC Program needs to get their applications to their counselors.

GSA(Gay, Straight Alliance) : the GSA will be meeting Wed. March 28th. after school in Rm 212.

Tuesday, March 27: Spring Pops Concert 7pm in the Auditorium.

Thursday, March 29th Java Jive in the Library 6pm. $2 admission or a canned good.

Friday, March 30th, Blood Drive in the Library 8am-2pm.

Friday, Marking Period Ends.

Morning Annoucements

Help Wanted: Copy Express is looking for a new employee to make copies and wait on customers after school hours. Stop by 227 W Water Street Elmira for more information.

Two New Scholarships in the Guidance Office:

The Zonta Club is also offering an award. The deadline is April 30, 2012

The Vietnam Moving Wall Award is offered by the Waverly VFW and Waverly American Legion. The deadline for applying is May 4, 2012

Juniors: Any Junior who is applying to the New Vision Program please see your counselor for more information. The deadline is April 5th.

Sophomores: Any 10th grader who will be applying to the TEC program needs to get their applications to their counselors.

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Seniors: Scholarship deadlines are fast approaching. Get your applications in before the deadlines. Twin Tiers Youth for Christ is due March 30th, the Jeff Alexander Scholarship is due by April 2nd, the Cosmopolitan by April 7th and the Junior League of Elmira is due by April 16th. Bring your applications to your counselor. There is money to be made which will be very helpful for those college expenses. come to guidance if you need applications.

Parent/Teacher Conferences March 22nd 4-7pm

Science/Tech-English-Math Career panel will be in the Community Room on March 22nd.

Bake Sale: March 23rd in the Cafe during Lunches

Morning Announcments

If interested in taking an AP exam, please turn in your check to Mrs. Kiser in the Guidance Office by Wed, March 28th. The cost is $87 per exam, make checks payable to Elmira Free Academy.

Art Club: Art club today at 3:05

Seniors: First Heritage Federal credit Union, is looking for one or two graduating Seniors that will be going to college locally and would like to work in a teller position. Preferably, they would be pursing a degree in business or something related. We would be looking for someone to start sometime in May or June depending on their schedule. This would be a position that would continue during each summer and winter break. Starting pay rate would probably be around $8.75 per hour.

Morning Annoucements

Interact Members: All Interact members who are counting pennies during 6th period please remember to report to RM 212 TODAY, March 15th, since there is no school tomorrow.

--There is an important Interact meeting on Tuesday march 20th after school in RM 212. Please let Mrs. Clark know if you can't make it.

Seniors: First Heritage Federal Credit Union is looking for one or two graduating seniors that will be going to college locally and would like to work in a teller position. Preferably, they would be pursuing a degree in business or something related. We would be looking for someone to start sometime in May or June depending on their schedule. This would be a position that would continue during each summer and winter break. Starting pay rate would probably be around $8.75 per hour.

Morning Announcements

Ladies and Gentlemen, let's get ready for Pi Day!!! the Math department will be giving away four pies to the winners of the Pi day contest. See your math teacher or Ms. Perkins for details in rm 227. Winners will be announced at 3:00pm on Pi day, Wednesday, March 14th.

Dance Thursday: the Freshman class is holding a dance this Thursday from 8-10pm, Tickets will be on sale during lunches and at the dance. PreSales $4.oo and at the door $6.00

Morning Announcements

EFA Theater Drama Club Presents: Camelot

Great show this weekend at EFA Auditorium:

$10.00 – Adults and $5.00 for Students

Show Times:

· March 9^th & 10^th at 7:30 PM

· March 11^th at 2:00 PM

Morning Announcements

Come to Zumba on March 10th from 9Am - 11Am to support the American Cancer Society and Juvenile diabetes Research Foundation. It will be held at New Beginnings gym at 300 East Miller Street. Cost is only $10 per person.

Morning Announcements

Beginning Monday March 12th all cars need to be moved from the Upper Parking Lot at EFA by 3:30. Spring practices will be held in the parking lot. thanks for your assistance.

Yearbook: There will be a yearbook meeting on Friday, march 9th from 3:15 - 4:00. If you can not make it, please let Ms. Bush or Mrs. Kennedy know.

Baseball: There will be a mandatory meeting Friday, March 9th at 3:15 in the gym for varsity and junior varsity baseball players. If you are trying out you must attend this meeting. Schedules and a questionnaire will be handed out.

Morning Announcements

Key Club: There will be a Key club meeting Monday March 5th after school in rm 125.

Art Club: Art club is meeting today after school to paint play scenery.

Football Players: Attention all football players today starts off-season workout plan in the weight room. Workouts are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday this week. If you are planning to play football next season meet outside of the weight room today shortly after school dressed and ready to work.

Dodgeball tournament: Play on attending EFA vs SHS dodgeball tournament on Friday, March 9th directly after school at SHS.

Did you know that Polio is crippling and potentially fatal disease that still infects children living in Pakistan, Nigeria, Afghanistan and India? It is preventable with a vaccine that only costs 60 cents. Please help the Interact Club end Polio in the world by bringing in your pennies and other loose change to your 3rd period class during the month of March. The class with the most donations wins breakfast.

Morning Announcements

CPR & First Aid Training: Students needing CPR & First Aid training for summer cohesion employment may sign up for certification with Mrs. Watkins in the Athletic Office.

Varsity & JV Football; There will be a brief meeting this Wed in the auditorium for everyone that might have an interest in playing JV or Varisty football next season. Anyone in 8th - 11th grade are encouraged to attend. Please pay attention to announcements for the times on Wed, Feb 29th.

Freshman: Freshman interested in the Coffee fundraiser please pick up order forms in RM 218 or the main office. Order forms are due by March 2nd.

Interact Club: There will be an important Interact meeting this Thursday after school in RM 212.

Sporting Events for the Week of Feb 21st

Tuesday: Feb 21 2012
Time: TBD
BOYS VARSITY BASKETBALL A Sectionals Begin TOURNAMENT TBA

Time: TBD
GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL A Sectionals Begin TOURNAMENT TBA

Friday: Feb 24 2012
Time: TBD
BOYS VARSITY-JV WRESTLING A NYSPHSAA States TOURNAMENT Albany

4:00 PM
MIXED VARSITY INDOOR TRACK A Section 4 Select Meet TOURNAMENT Ithaca

Saturday: Feb 25 2012
Time: TBD
BOYS VARSITY-JV WRESTLING A NYSPHSAA States TOURNAMENT

Morning Announcements

Tuesday, Feb 21st --Jostens will be available during Lunch periods for Caps and Gowns

Thursday, Feb 23rd -- Bake Sale during Lunch periods for the Key Club.

Chemung County Youth Bureau: The Chemung County Youth Bureau is accepting applications for Recreation Leader positions for the 2012 Summer Cohesion Program, which provides recreational, educational and cultural enrichment programming for youth ages 4-12 in Chemung County during the summer. Recreation Leaders must be at least 17 yrs old by July 1st and have current working papers. Candidates must demonstrate experience in working with children and strong consideration will be given to those Volunteering and working with your in our community. Recreation Leaders must also be certified in Adult/Child CPR and First Aid by July 1, 2012.

Art Club: There will be a short Art Club meeting Today after school in RM 104

Intramural Badminton and Ping Pong will begin Wednesday, Feb 22nd at 3:15 in the gym. Any questions see Mr. Ferris

Morning Announcement

OPEN HOUSE TONIGHT 6:30 -8:00PM

Intramural Badminton and Ping Pong will begin Wed, Feb 22nd at 3:15 in the Gym. Any questions please see Mr. Ferris.

Morning Announcements

If you are of Finnish heritage there is a scholarship in the Guidance Office that you will want to apply for. the deadline for applying is June 8th, 2012.

The Jeff Alexander Memorial Scholarship is in the Guidance Office. It is open to a graduating senior who will be attending an accredited college or university in the fall. come and get your application. The deadline for applying is March 30th.

GSA will be meeting Thursday after school in RM 212.

Express Sports Schedule for the Week of Feb 13th

Tuesday: Feb 14 2012

7:00 PM
BOYS VARSITY BASKETBALL A Varsity Semifinals TOURNAMENT TBA

7:00 PM
GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL A Semifinals TOURNAMENT TBA

Wednesday: Feb 15 2012

Time: TBD
BOYS VARSITY SWIMMING A Sectionals Begin TOURNAMENT Nassau Aquatic Center

7:00 PM
BOYS JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL A JV Semifinals TOURNAMENT TBA

7:00 PM
GIRLS JUNIOR VARSITY
BASKETBALL
A Semifinals TOURNAMENT TBA

Friday: Feb 17 2012
5:00 PM
MIXED VARSITY INDOOR TRACK A State Qualifier TOURNAMENT Cornell

7:00 PM
BOYS JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL A JV Finals TOURNAMENT TBA

7:00 PM
BOYS VARSITY BASKETBALL A Varsity Finals TOURNAMENT TBA

7:00 PM
GIRLS JUNIOR VARSITY
BASKETBALL
A Finals TOURNAMENT TBA

7:00 PM
GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL A Finals TOURNAMENT TBA

Saturday: Feb 18 2012

Time: TBD
Boys and Girls JV-VARSITY BOWLING A State Qualifier TOURNAMENT TBA

9:00 AM
BOYS VARSITY SWIMMING A Class A Section IV Championship TOURNAMENT Elmira Free Academy

Morning Announcements

Happy Valentine's Day

Wednesday: Feb 15th Open House 6:30 - 8:00pm.

Friday Feb 17th Mid Winter Recess-- No School until Tuesday, Feb 22nd.

Morning Announcements

Another Scholarship has come into the Guidance Office. The applications for the Joseph R. Every Scholarship are for students who are interested in pursuing a career in the field of medicine, or who express an interest in becoming teachers. If this sounds like you come and get your application. Deadline for applying is April 2, 2012

Morning Announcements

The Society of Women Engineers are offering scholarships to female high school students who plan to major in engineering or computer science. come to the Guidance Office and check it out.

The Community Foundation Scholarship deadline is Feb. 16th. There are several scholarships available. come to Guidance today and get your applications completed and sent in before the deadline. Every year several of our students are awarded money from them.

A Youth Summit will be held at the YWCA on Feb 21st from 9-1:30. The goal of the summit is to provide a forum for youth to develop ways to address issues of concern and make recommendations for change. Please see your counselor for a permission slip if you would like to attend.

Early excuse/late arrival cards are now ready. They can be picked up from Mrs. Mustico in the upstairs office.

Property of the Express T-Shirts are for sale at Tha-Spot cost is $12.

Morning Announcements

Students Interested in the Medical Field: there will be a Medical Career Panel held on Wed, Feb 15th from 9:30-10:30 in the auditorium. Please sign up with Mrs. Sweeney in Rm 218 in order to get a pass. Representatives from the following careers will be represented: Nurse, pediatrics nurse, x-ray technician, physician's assistant, and doctor.

Seniors: attention seniors your senior trip deposits must be turned in by this Friday to Ms. Wilson.

Valentine's day Dance; there will be a Valentin's day dance on Friday, the 10th. tickets are $6 and $7 at the door. You can buy them in room 214a, the library, and during lunch periods.

Scholarship: the Safari Club International will be awarding a scholarship to a student who demonstrates a high level of interest in the environment and outdoor activities. Come to the Guidance Office and check it out.

Morning Announcements

Spring Sports: Spring sport sign ups are now going on in the health office. Please stop in and make sure you have all your paperwork complete.

Boy's Basketball team for Sayre Epiphany: there will be tryouts for the 7th, 8th, and 9th grade boy's basketball team for the Sayre Epiphany tournament this Saturday Feb 4th from 3:00-4:30 at Southside High School

Horseheads Youth Bureau: Horseheads Youth Bureau presents Youth for Youth Lockin 2012 March 3rd and 4th at Horsheads High School. registration forms are in the Main Office.

EFA ADMINISTRATORS REQUIRE THAT ALL ELECTRONIC DEVICES BE STORED AND PUT AWAY BY 7:30.

Tha Spot will be re-opening on Monday, Feb 6th for the second semester. Be sure to have your "spot pass" with you.

Spring Sports: Spring Sport sign ups are now going on in the Health Office. Please stop in and make sure you have all your paperwork complete.

Bake Sale during lunches on Thursday, Feb 2nd

Snowball: Tickets for the Snowball are on sale in the library and Rm 129. They are also on sale during lunch periods. Tickets are $10. The dance is semi-formal. No jeans please.

Morning Announcements

Seniors: The 2nd Denior Trip payment is due by Friday 2/3 to Ms. Wilson Rm 128.

Attention any Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender or Questioning students. there is a "Safe Zone" meeting at the YWCA on Lake Street at 5:30 on Wednesday, Feb. 1st. Hope to see you there.

Sources of Strength: if you received a nomination letter in the mail for Sources of Strength. Please get your permission slip in to Mrs. Rundell in Rm 226 or drop it off in the main office before Friday.

BASE Camp: It's not too late, BASE Camp is still accepting students. Stop by the Main Office to pick up an enrollment form.

Weekly Announcements for Jan 23-27th

Regents testing Jan 23rd -Jan 27th. Tests are at 8am and 12pm.

Friday, January 27th end of 2nd Marking Period

Saturday, January 28th: SAT's @ Corning East

Snowball Dance: The Snowball Dance will be held Saturday, February 4th. Please watch for more information to come.

Juniors: All Juniors interested in the Pocono's need to sign-up in the library. Turn in for the coffee orders are due at the latest on Tuesday, Jan 31st.

NO SCHOOL MONDAY, JANUARY 30TH FOR TEACHER CONFERENCE.

Track Meet Canceled

The Track Meet Scheduled for Today has been CANCELED.

Morning Announcements

Snowball Dance: the Snowball Dance has changed and will be held on Feb 4th. Please continue watching for more information.

Seniors: attention Seniors our Recycling Fundraiser is this Saturday 9am - 1pm. We need Senior Volunteers to help load trucks Etc. All proceeds go to our Class Trip. If you are willing to help please see Coach Kessler in RM 129

SADD: There will be a SADD Club Meeting after school Monday in RM 226.

Morning Announcements

Lacrosse Players: there will be a meeting Thursday, Jan 12th after school in the back hall by the Boy's Locker Room for all boys interested in JV and Varsity Spring Lacrosse.

Camelot Cast Members: The parent meeting originally scheduled for tonight is postponed to Tuesday, January 24 at 6:30pm in the Auditorium.

The Chemung county Youth Bureau Polly Sanders Scholarship applications are in the Guidance office. the deadline for applying for this scholarship is March 2.

FBLA members who are interested in planning the EFA/SHS Dodgeball tournament there is a planning meeting tonight at 3:10 in Rm 222.

Morning announcements

Juniors: Java Joe Coffee Sales are now under way. All checks should be made out to "Class of 2013" and Jan 20th is the last day for sales. If you are a Junior and plan on attending the Senior trip please be advised that is and the Fudge Sales in March are the last 2 fundraisers to participate in or will not be qualified to go.

January 21st is the Snowball Dance.

January 12th -- Bake Sale in Cafe during Lunch Periods to benefit the Key Club

Jan 13th & 14th -- Boys Invitational Swim Meet.

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE

IN THE GUIDANCE OFFICE

Scholarships Deadline for Applying

Gates Millennium Scholars 01/11/2012

Southern Tier Credit Union 01/20/2012

First Heritage 01/20/2012

Guthrie Scholarship 01/28/2012

KFC Colonel’s Scholars 02/08/2012

Community Foundation 02/16/2012

Daniel Driscoll Scholarship 02/16/2012

Carolyn Matthews Memorial 02/16/2012

Danny VanTassel 02/16/2012

Tuffee J. Yunis 02/16/2012

Rodney Faught Memorial 02/23/2012

Jerry Nykiel Scholarship 02/23/2012

Robert &Sharon Petrillose Memorial 02/23/2012

Polly Sanders Educational Fund 02/23/2012

Association of Fire Fighters 03/03/2012

Twin Tiers Youth for Christ 03/30/2012