Back-to-School Center

Explore our Athletics Center and discover the vast array of sports available at the secondary level. The Athletics Center also contains key registration dates, game schedules, important forms, and more.

Important information on procedures for reporting absences and the importance of regular attendance for student success. Stay well-informed about expectations and requirements from the beginning of the school year.

At the start of each school year, Elizabethtown Area School District hosts Back-to-School Parent Nights at each school. These events let parents/guardians meet teachers, tour classrooms, and get essential information for a successful year.

While the District does not offer before- and after-school programs, GEARS provides them on location at Bainbridge, East High, and Bear Creek Elementary Schools for grades 1-5, and offers Kindergarten services at the GEARS Kid Center.

The District will mail bus route information 1-2 weeks before the school year begins. The letter will include your child's bus number, stop location, and pick-up and return times. Once received, please review this information for a smooth start to the school year.

The 2024-2025 calendar-at-a-glance is a one-page, printable calendar showing school days, scheduled school closures and early dismissals, testing dates, and make-up days. For the full event calendar, click on our website's 'calendar' tab.

Students entering grades 5 and 9 and new students in grades 2-12 for the 2024-2025 school year will receive a Chromebook as part of our 1:1/Personalized Learning Initiative. This initiative enhances learning opportunities. Summer pickup is available and preferred.

Find an assortment of commonly used forms for the upcoming school year.  This section ensures easy access to essential documents to help streamline your back-to-school preparations.

Teacher assignments for elementary students, grades K-5, will be announced in early August. The district waits until this time to ensure balanced class sizes.

As we kick off the new school year, don't miss key events in the first week. This includes the first day of school for all students, important kindergarten conference details, and a reminder about the Labor Day holiday break. Stay informed and prepared!

The District encourages all families to review Free and Reduced Lunch income eligibility and apply if they may qualify. The online application opens on August 8, 2024, and is quick and easy. Families must apply for benefits each year, even if they received them in the past.

We aim to offer a diverse range of high-quality books for all students, including titles for young adults with mature content. If you prefer your student not check out certain books, please complete the opt-out form. This will flag their account and restrict access to those books.

Our school menus cater to diverse tastes and dietary needs, offering fresh, healthy choices and tasty favorites. Check the full menu regularly to see the exciting options available for our students.

SchoolCafé is the District's online meal management platform. It allows parents to securely make online payments, monitor student lunch account balances, view meal purchases and payments, and set up low-balance email alerts.

All the information you need about school hours, including regular school days, planned early dismissal days, and unplanned weather-related delays. Stay up-to-date with our schedule to ensure your child is always on time and prepared.

Get ready to show your school spirit by visiting our apparel store. Our collection features high-quality merchandise proudly displaying the EASD logo and colors, allowing you to represent your school district with style and pride like never before.

Check our Employee Staff Directory to find contact information for district staff, sortable by school and department. This tool helps you easily connect with the right person for your needs.

Our Student Handbooks page provides access to grade-specific student handbooks that contain essential information on school policies and expectations. Each handbook is esigned to help students and families navigate the school year confidently.

Elizabethtown Area School District is excited to offer its Summer Learning Quest program for elementary students! This engaging initiative fosters continued learning and growth through fun and interactive activities over the summer break.

In preparation for the 2024-2025 school year, all Elizabethtown Area School District schools will host orientations and open houses. These events allow parents, guardians, and students to tour the buildings and learn about their child’s school before the first day.

To streamline your back-to-school experience, we've created a comprehensive Back-to-School Center Supply List for our students in kindergarten through eighth grade and their families. It includes detailed school supply lists for each grade level.