Reminder: Schools are closed on Friday, March 29 and Monday, April 1, 2024.
Reminder: Schools are closed on Friday, March 29 and Monday, April 1, 2024.
As you are likely aware, there will be a solar eclipse during the afternoon hours of April 8th. However, its timing coincides with our usual dismissal times, posing a potential safety risk as students may inadvertently view the eclipse without proper precautions while leaving school or riding the bus and Guidance from PDE recommends early dismissal as an option for this event. To ensure the safety of our students, we have decided to initiate an early dismissal and suspend all afterschool activities until 5:30pm. This measure guarantees that all students will be safely home before the eclipse begins. All students will be dismissed at 12:30pm.
For information on safely viewing the eclipse, please visit https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/safety/.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Reminder: Friday, February 16, 2024 is an Act 80 day with no school for students. Schools are closed on Monday, February 19, 2024 for President's Day. Have a great weekend!
Due to the ongoing winter weather, Juniata County School District will be using a Flexible Instruction Day on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 following the 3 hour delay. Please check the news on our website for more information regarding Flexible Instruction Days. All evening activities are cancelled.
GOPALS PRE-KINDERGARTEN CLUB
Supporting School Readiness
Now enrolling Pre-K children who will enter Kindergarten in the fall of 2024. Pre-K club activities start in January.
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Program Focus
The GoPals Pre-Kindergarten Club helps parents and teachers support the social-emotional and academic school readiness of your child going to kindergarten in the fall of 2024 in the Mifflin County, Juniata County, and Huntingdon Area School Districts. Areas of program emphasis include:
Building social skills (sharing, caring, making friends)
Enhancing emotional understanding and empathy
Strengthening self-control
Supporting cooperation and social problem-solving
Providing practice in basic early reading and early math skills
For more details: https://5il.co/2bwb8
East Juniata Elementary Winter Chorus Concert
Grades Kindergarten-Fourth Grade
Date: Tuesday, December 19th
Location: East Juniata Elementary School Gymnasium
Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd will be held from 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Shuttle service pick up time at Basom Park to EJES will be 5:30 PM and 5:45 PM. Drop off Shuttle service from EJES back to Basom Park will happen immediately after the k-2 concert.
3rd and 4th grade program 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Shuttle service pick up time at Basom Park to EJES will be 6:30 PM and 6:45 PM. Drop off Shuttle service from EJES to Basom Park will be available after the program.
Shuttle Service: There will be shuttle service from Basom Park to EJES on the night of the concert to ease parking. Attendees should park in the area that is well-lit, not blocking any roads when parking at Basom Park.
Parking at the School: Visitors please do not park along the EJES sidewalk closest to the school. This will be used for the bus loop. Parking spots in front of the building should be reserved for the handicapped and elderly. We also have handicapped parking on our side parking lot. Visitors will enter the gym entrance.
East Juniata Elementary Winter Chorus and Band Concert
5th and 6th Grade 7:00 PM
Date: Monday, December 18th
Time: 7:00 PM (5th/6th Grade Band members please report at 6:40)
Location: East Juniata Elementary School Gymnasium
Shuttle Service: There will be shuttle service from Basom Park to EJES on the night of the concert to ease parking. Attendees should park in the area that is well-lit, not blocking any roads when parking at Basom Park. Shuttle services will start at 6:15 PM.
Parking at the School: Visitors please do not park along the EJES sidewalk closest to the school. This will be used for the bus loop. Parking spots in front of the building should be reserved for the handicapped and elderly. We also have handicapped parking on our side parking lot. Visitors will enter the gym entrance.
Juniata County Families: School will be closed December 22 through January 2, 2024 for winter break. Classes resume January 3, 2024. Happy Holidays!
Juniata County Families: School will be closed November 22 through November 27, 2023 for Thanksgiving Break.
From Borough of Mifflintown: Cross Street Bridge will be open for vehicular and pedestrian traffic no later than December 31, 2023. The Borough is requesting that the School District advise all students that no pedestrian traffic is permitted until after December 31, 2023.
JCSD Families: All schools will be operating lockdown drills next week. The schedule is as follows: Monday, November 13 will be JHS, November 14 will be EJHS, November 15 will be TJHS, November 16 will be EJES and November 17 is JES. The drills will be held in the morning and PSP may be onsite.
Reminder: There is no school for students on Thursday, November 9 and Friday, November 10. There are parent teacher conferences on November 9 and Friday is Veteran's Day!
Reminder: There is no school for students on Thursday, November 9 and Friday, November 10. There are parent teacher conferences on November 9.
Please see details regarding elementary boys basketball for students in grades 3-6. https://5il.co/27zx7. Completed forms should be returned to the EJES school office.
On November 9th parent teacher conferences will be held from 2PM-8PM. If you haven't had a chance to sign up for a conference at East Juniata Elementary school please click this link https://5il.co/27yqt
Dear JCSD Parents and Guardians,
We hope this message finds you well. In the interest of ensuring the safety of students and school personnel, we have made the decision to dismiss all schools in the Juniata County School District (JCSD) at 1:00 PM on Friday, September 8, 2023.
The reason for this early dismissal is due to concerns related to the bridge closure on Route 75 and the expected extensive traffic congestion through the traffic circle on William Penn Highway. We have been in close communication with the Juniata County Agricultural Society and other agencies regarding this matter, and both organizations agree that the potential for extended delays and safety risks necessitates this early dismissal.
We understand that this may cause some inconvenience, and we apologize for any disruption to your daily schedules. However, please know that the safety of our students and staff is our top priority, and we are taking these precautions to ensure their well-being during this traffic-related challenge.
We encourage you to plan accordingly for the early dismissal on Friday, September 8th. Bus schedules will be adjusted accordingly, and we appreciate your cooperation in helping to ensure a smooth dismissal process.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to your child's school or the JCSD administration office. We will provide updates as needed, and we thank you for your understanding and support in prioritizing the safety of our school community.
Sincerely,
Christie Holderman
Superintendent
We would like to welcome back our wonderful students tomorrow for the first day of the 2023-2024 school year! Whether you're taking your first steps into our halls or returning as familiar faces, know that this space is where you can live out your dreams and expand your curiosity. Our dedicated educators and staff are here to guide, inspire, and support you as you navigate the exciting journey ahead. Have a great year!
EJES kindergarten screenings are scheduled for Monday, June 5th and Tuesday, June 6th for students that are enrolled for the 2023-2024 school year. Please contact Wendy Hoover at 717-694-3961 if you have any questions regarding the screening or your scheduled time. If you haven't yet registered your child for kindergarten please call in with any questions and we would be happy to assist.
At East Juniata Elementary, we are committed to creating a positive school culture that fosters learning and growth for all our staff and students. To help us achieve this goal, we are conducting a survey on school climate, and we need your input.
Follow this link to access the survey: https://5il.co/1ts63