Mom Tells Board Seven Gen Curriculum Delivers on Promises

Seven Gen parent tells the East Penn Board of School Directors Monday night that the founders of Seven Generations Charter School have delivered on their promise to create an educational experience that connects academics and the outside world.

East Penn Leaders Discuss Local Families in Crisis

Church officials, East Penn School District personnel and members of the community brainstormed solutions to problems in the areas of housing, finances and parenting.

East Penn may Look at Cutting Busing in 2013-2014

The East Penn Superintendent of Schools told the East Penn Board of School Directors last night that the district may need to take a good hard look at transportation with the 2013-2014 budget.

Last Chance: Catch “The Boys of Syracuse” at LMMS

The Lower Macungie Middle School production of “The Boys from Syracuse” ends Saturday.

East Penn 7th Graders Impress Judges in Bookmark Contest

Business and Professional Women’s Club of the Lehigh Valley honors five local middle schoolers for their entries into the 14th Annual Women’s History Month Bookmark Contest.

This Week In East Penn: March 26 Through March 31

Here’s a Look at What’s Happening in East Penn School District This Week.

The Road to Opening Night: Step One, Choosing the Show

Emmaus High School Junior Chrissy Cilento gives a behind the scenes look at the process of pulling together the EHS spring musical. It all starts with selecting the show.

Emmaus High School Senior Wins 2012 Scholastic Art Award

Victoria Beck earns National Silver Medal in the 2012 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards for her drawing titled "Inner Grace."

This Week In East Penn: March 19 Through March 24

Here’s a Look at What’s Happening in East Penn School District This Week.

Emmaus High School Holds First-ever Mr. Emmaus Pageant

Emmaus High School senior boys compete for the chance to be crowned "Mr. Emmaus" as part of Student Government Association fundraiser.

Emmaus High School Robotics Team Heads to World Championship

First-place showing in New Jersey Championship earns Steel Hornets a slot in the April competition.

EHS Junior Named Finalist in Penn State Writing Contest

Laura Erle is one of 20 finalists from in the annual Penn State writing competition.

East Penn School Board Passes Measure Rebuking NIZ Law

At Monday night's East Penn School Board meeting, the board adopted a resolution opposing the Allentown Neighborhood Improvement Zone legislation written by Sen. Pat Browne.

Five Financial Facts From Monday’s East Penn Board Meeting

The district is eligible for nearly $1 million in Act 1 exceptions.

This Week In East Penn: March 12 Through March 16

Here’s a Look at What’s Happening in East Penn School District This Week.

This Week In East Penn: March 5 Through March 10

Here’s a Look at What’s Happening in East Penn School District This Week.

Lincoln Elementary Accepts HealthierUS School Challenge

By promoting healthier eating and exercise throughout March, Lincoln Elementary School could be awarded $1,000.

Emmaus Boys Fall to Parkland 39-36

Parkland Trojans now advance to the 4A basketball final on Saturday. Emmaus will get to play one more game too.

East Penn Superintendent Promotes March 8 Legislative Forum

League of Women Voters to host Legislative Forum on Public Education on March 8 at Lehigh Carbon Community College.

East Penn Strategic Plan now Online

East Penn community can access school district's strategic plan on district's website.

East Penn Students Compete in High School Computer Fair Today

Twelfth Annual Regional High School Computer Fair is being held at the Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit in Schnecksville through 2 p.m.

5 Things to Know About Monday's East Penn Board Meeting

The board discussed a variety of issues related to the district's financial picture and the 2012-2013 budget.

East Penn may Look at Starting Foundation to Help With Budget

Superintendent of Schools recommends that East Penn Board of School Directors consider launching a foundation.

This Week in East Penn: Feb. 27 Through March 3

Here’s a Look at What’s Happening in East Penn School District This Week.

Superintendent Quantifies ‘Value-Add’ of East Penn Students

East Penn Superintendent of Schools Thomas L. Seidenberger shared a document with the school board at the Feb. 13 meeting, highlighting the many ways East Penn student contribute to the local community.

Lincoln Fifth Grade Wax Museum Brings History to Life

Fifth-grade teacher Brandi Blose's WIN students create a Living Wax Museum featuring famous Americans.

Emmaus High School Congratulates 11 National Merit Finalists

Superintendent reports to East Penn School Board that all 11 Emmaus High School National Merit Scholar Semifinalists became Finalists.

This Week In East Penn: Feb. 21 Through Feb. 26

Here’s a Look at What’s Happening in East Penn School District This Week.

East Penn Board Member Would Favor Year-Round School

At Monday night’s meeting of the East Penn Board of School Directors, Director Alan Earnshaw says he would support a move to a year-round public school schedule.

East Penn Seeks Community Volunteers for STEM Committee

Residents involved with STEM areas (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) would help district to develop STEM educational activities for all grade levels.

East Penn Schools Will Begin Before Labor Day

East Penn Board of School Directors approve 2012-2013 district calendar by a 7-1 vote at Monday night's school board meeting.

East Penn Board Votes on 2012-2013 School Calendar Tonight

East Penn Board of School Directors will decide if East Penn students will need to head back to class before Labor Day at tonight's school board meeting.

This Week In East Penn: Feb. 13 Through Feb. 17

Schools closed Friday, Feb. 17 and Monday, Feb. 20 in observance of Presidents' Day.

Emmaus Residents Earn Fall 2011 Dean's List Status

Local students achieve academic honors at colleges and universities for Fall 2011 semester.

Eyer Shines in Mathcounts Competition

Eyer 8th-grader takes individual third, team places second.

Whooping Cough in Nearby School District

Harry S. Truman Elementary School officials report children may have been exposed to another case of whooping cough, the third case overall in the Salisbury Township School District's two elementary schools.

This Week in East Penn: Feb. 6 through Feb. 10

It’s National School Counseling Week.

East Penn Students to Compete in ‘Olympics of Math’ Today

Lehigh Valley MATHCOUNTS will be held at Trexler Middle School in Allentown on Feb. 4.

Allentown Hockey Arena Could Impact East Penn Budget

Neighborhood Improvement Zone will use all non-property taxes collected in the zone to finance construction of the Allentown hockey arena.

Emmaus Patch Students on LCCC Dean's List

Local students honored for their Fall 2011 semester achievements.