East Penn Superintendent Announces Retirement

East Penn Superintendent of Schools Thomas L. Seidenberger announced Monday night that he will retire this academic year. Board secretary Cecilia Birdsell will leave the district at the same time.

Great Back to School Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.

Carrying Heavy Backpacks Can Injure Students

Pulling bags on rollers would help, but they’re not cool, experts recognize.

What’s Making Your Hair Crawl?

It could be head lice.

Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

Celebrate 30th Reunion With Emmaus High Classmates

Seidenberger: No One is 'Dumbing Down' East Penn Education

East Penn Superintendent of Schools Thomas L. Seidenberger told the school board at Monday night's meeting about a unique Emmaus High School project that demonstrates the strength of an East Penn education.

Do You Know Your School’s Peanut Policy?

The effort to keep kids with nut allergies safe at school has made packing lunch boxes even more challenging.

Lincoln Parents Brave The Heat For Meet The Teacher Night

Layoffs Hit State School System

Clarion University cuts jobs, with more possible at five other colleges.

New East Penn Assistant Superintendent Takes Oath Of Office

What Do You Pack in Your Kids’ Lunches?

Patch readers share their tips for packing a school lunch that travels well, is relatively healthy and, perhaps most importantly, the kids will eat.

Fuller Joins East Penn School Board Race

Incumbent Francee E. Fuller, of Alburtis, has decided to seek a fourth term on the East Penn Board of School Directors.

LCCC President Don Snyder to Retire, Battling Cancer

Don Snyder, who has led Lehigh Carbon Community College for 13 years, said Thursday he is battling cancer and will retire from the college.

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

7 Things You Probably Don't Want to Know About Head Lice

Dried up lice and nits have been found on the hair of Egyptian mummies.

EHS Alumni: Get Ready to Party Like It’s 1988

The Emmaus High School Class of 1988 is celebrating its 25th Reunion in October.

Are East Penn School Buses Too Crowded?

East Penn Superintendent of Schools Thomas L. Seidenberger says his team is looking into concerns about overcrowded school buses.

Send Patch Your Photos: More Back to School Shots Rolling In

Patch is always interested in your photos of the special things going on in your life.

10 Back-to-School Discounts for Teachers

Take a look at some deals and discounts available to teachers at major retailers.

5 Laugh-Out-Loud Blogs to Start the School Year

You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.

Population Boom Coming to East Penn Schools

Superintendent worries East Penn's 'classroom reservoir' is running dry.

Coming to Facebook: The East Penn School District

East Penn schools want to have a larger online presence this year.

East Penn Superintendent 'Confident' School Can Welcome Walkers

Crossing guards for Willow Lane school begin training Tuesday.

Willow Lane School is Ready for Walkers, Officials Say

Traffic control improvements made to prepare Willow Lane for life as a "walking school."

What's the Worst Part of Going Back to School in Emmaus?

Let us know the toughest part of getting your kids ready to go back to school.

When is the First Day of School?

Find out when the notable days are in East Penn School District for the 2013-2014 school year.

Lehigh Valley is One of '100 Smartest Cities'

The Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metropolitan ares ranks among the top 100 smartest in the country, according to a new study by Lumosity.

Penn State Sex Scandal: Former Lehigh Valley Man to Stand Trial

Former Penn State Vice President Gary Schultz, a graduate of Nazareth High School, will stand trial in the alleged cover-up of the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal.

Back-to-School Shopping: How Much Will You Spend?

The results of a recent survey by the National Retail Federation on back-to-school spending may surprise you.

Back-to-School Shopping: When Do You Start?

Believe it or not, about 25 percent of parents start back-to-school shopping two months before the kids return to the classroom.

Do You Want to Judge the Freddy Awards?

The State Theatre is looking for people to review plays and performances for next year's Freddy Awards.

Emmaus High School Class of 1973 Needs You

Members of the Class of 1973 are invited to a 40th anniversary reunion dinner and dance in September. Please help get the word out.

Students from Emmaus Named to Dean's List

Local students earn academic honors at colleges and universities for spring 2013 semester.

Register Now: East Penn Fall 2013 Community Ed Classes

Residents can sign up for fall 2013 Community Education Classes online through East Penn School District website.

3% Tuition Hike at Pa. State Schools Approved

Tuition costs are rising at Pennsylvania's 14 state-owned universities.

Register New East Penn Students Now

East Penn School District is currently registering students for the 2013-2014 school year.

Congrats Emmaus Kiwanis 2013 Scholarship Winners

Four graduating Emmaus High School seniors were selected for 2013 Kiwanis Club Scholarships in recognition of their high school achievements.

Ballard: ‘I Am Tired of This Crap’

The East Penn Board of School Directors passed a $129.9 million zero-tax increase 2013-2014 school budget at Monday night’s meeting, but that’s only part of the story.

Emmaus Area Students Earn Sheepskins

Students from our area are making the grade in higher education!