East Penn Schools Closed Today

East Penn School District Closed Tuesday

A second winter storm - expected to last through the afternoon - causes East Penn School District to close for business on Tuesday.

Lehigh Valley School Districts Make AP Honor Roll

Five school districts in the Lehigh Valley are among 477 schools in the U.S. and Canada honored for maintaining or improving its AP scores.

East Penn Schools on 2-Hour Delay Monday

Effects of winter storm causes East Penn School District to implement two-hour delayed opening for Monday, Dec. 9.

East Penn School Board Picks New Leaders, Welcomes New Member

Alan Earnshaw becomes president of the East Penn Board of School Directors.

New School Board Members Take Oath of Office Tuesday

The four newly elected members of the East Penn Board of School Directors will be sworn in at a special school board meeting on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.

East Penn's New Superintendent: Which Qualities Are Most Important?

East Penn Superintendent of Schools Thomas L. Seidenberger announced his plans to retire in September. The board wants input from East Penn constituents as it begins the superintendent search process.

Emmaus High Senior to Perform in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Ferguson Watkins, a senior at Emmaus High School, will be performing in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade as part of the 2013 Macy’s Great American Marching Band.

Join Jefferson Elementary for Pancakes, BINGO

Jefferson Elementary School is inviting the East Penn community to share in some food and fun through a two separate events on Saturday.

East Penn Congratulates 2014 National Merit Semifinalists

Three female and two male Emmaus High School students have achieved semifinalist status in the 2014 National Merit Scholarship competition.

East Penn Board Names Wally Vinovskis to fill Stolz’s Vacant Director Seat

A total of 14 candidates turned out to interview for the open seat on the East Penn Board of School Directors created by the resignation of Julian Stolz last month.

East Penn School Board Candidates Await The Start Of Their Interviews

East Penn To Fill Stolz’s Vacant Director Seat Monday

A total of 14 candidates have applied to fill the open seat on the East Penn Board of School Directors created by the resignation of Julian Stolz last month.

Register Now: Eyer Middle School Chili Cook-off, Bake-off, Craft Fair

The deadline to sign up is fast-approaching. Get in on this year's Eyer Chili Cook-off, Bake-off and Craft Fair before it's too late.

LMMS 6th-Graders Go Geocaching

Lower Macungie Middle School sixth-grade students recently learned the three R's and more during a geocaching adventure in Lockridge Park.

'I Heart Boobies' Battle Will Go On, School Board Says

Easton Area School Board attorney says legal battle over breast cancer bracelets has important policy implications.

Now Hiring: East Penn School Board

The process to fill the open seat on the East Penn Board of School Directors is already underway.

Today's College Grads Won't Be Able to Retire Until They're 73

Student loan debt likely will force today's college grads to work longer.

It's Official: East Penn Approves Julian Stolz's Resignation

The East Penn Board of School Directors Monday night voted 7-0 to accept Julian Stolz's resignation and agreed to fast-track the process of finding his replacement.

Crowd Turns Out For East Penn School Board Meeting

East Penn Board to Vote on Julian Stolz's Resignation

East Penn School Director Julian Stolz resigned his position on the East Penn School Board nearly two weeks ago on his blog, "effective immediately."

Willow Lane is Doing Green Right

The Lehigh Valley Branch of the Delaware Valley Green Building Council recognized Willow Lane Elementary School at an awards celebration Oct. 17.

Charles Ballard Elected New PA School Boards Association VP

East Penn School Board President Charles Ballard will begin his term as vice president of the Pennsylvania School Boards Association on Jan. 1, 2014.

'You're Disgusting': Community Member Tells Julian Stolz

The calls for the resignation of East Penn School Director Julian Stolz that began Monday night's school board meeting spilled over into some heated post-meeting debate.

No Official Stolz Resignation Yet

East Penn School Director Julian Stolz had not submitted a formal letter of resignation to East Penn School District by the close of business on Tuesday, according to Board President Charles Ballard.

Julian Stolz Resigns from East Penn School Board

East Penn School Board Member Julian Stolz announces his resignation from the school board via his blog The Stolz Report on Tuesday.

Julian Stolz Dated Teen, Refuses to Resign From School Board

East Penn School Board Member Julian Stolz admits to dating an Emmaus High School student while a school board member.

Julian Stolz Says He Will Not Seek Re-Election

East Penn School Board member Julian Stolz wrote in a Patch blog post that he will not seek re-election.

Last Chance: Buy Board Games to Benefit Seven Gen

The deadline to purchase board games, science kits, arts and crafts activities and more through a unique fundraiser in support of Seven Generations Charter School has been extended until Friday.

By the Numbers: EHS 2013 AP Scholar Awards

Emmaus High School students were recently honored by the College Board for their performance on their 2013 AP exams.

EHS Musicians to Perform with National Honors Ensemble

Three Emmaus High School musicians will perform later this month with the National Honors Ensemble in the Presidential Ballroom of the Gaylord Opryland Hotel in Nashville.

Was Graffiti 'Threat' in Emmaus High School Credible?

A "threatening" message was found written in a boys' bathroom in Emmaus High School on Wednesday, according to an email sent by the principal.

East Penn Tests its Social Skills

East Penn School District recently launched a district-level Facebook and Twitter presence and is currently testing the use of Twitter in two East Penn schools.

EHS Musicians Show their Stuff at Marching Band Festival

Emmaus High School's marching band competed at the 39th Annual First Flag over the United Colonies Band Festival in Easton on Wednesday.

Share Your Emmaus High Homecoming Week Memories

Homecoming Week at Emmaus High School starts Saturday. Patch invites the East Penn community to post thoughts and photos from the week-long display of Hornet pride.

School Bus Problems? Here's What to Do

There is a simple process in East Penn School District for those families who need help with school bus issues.

St. Ann School Hopes to Raise $35K Through Walkathon

Ninth annual St. Ann School Walkathon Kicks off Friday at 10:15 a.m.

Lincoln Students Say 'Thanks'

A thank you card made by Lincoln Elementary School students to show their appreciation for the work done at their school this summer was presented to the East Penn School Board at Monday's meeting.

How Gun Rights Commenters Chased a Superintendent Out of His Job

Two weeks of criticism from gun proponents preceded the surprise announcement that East Penn's school superintendent plans to retire.

Rifle Team Error Put Superintendent in Crosshairs

Two weeks of criticism from gun proponents preceded the surprise announcement that East Penn's school superintendent plans to retire.