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- Announcements Wednesday, August 26, 2026August 26, 2026 - 7:22 am
Menu: Bar-b-que Mr. Rib Mashed Potatoes/Gravy Corn Dinner Roll Fruit Milk OR Salad Bar Thursday: Mini Lasagna Bosco Sticks Broccoli Fruit Milk OR Salad Bar___________________________________________________________________________ Happy Birthday to Ace P. and Carter L. celebrating birthdays today. We would like to welcome Shauna Workman who will be serving us as our school nurse. Health screening will […]
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August 27, 2026 @ 8:15 am - 9:15 am
Mass (Gonzaga)
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August 27, 2026 @ 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
C/JV/V VB @ LHNE
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August 28, 2026 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
V FB @ Boyd Co (Spencer)
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August 31, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
JH/JV FB vs. Fullerton
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August 31, 2026 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
C/JV VB vs. Fullerton (PJ)
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September 1, 2026 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
C/JV/V VB @ Burwell
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September 2, 2026
District Range Judging - South @ Sargent
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September 2, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
JH VB vs. N-V (EPS)

Announcements Thursday, September 4, 2025
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Menu: Mini Lasagna Broccoli Garlic Bread Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
Friday: Ham Pattie/Croissant Tator Tots Corn Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
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Good Luck to our varsity volleyball team competing in a tri beginning at 5:00 this afternoon in the St. Boniface Gym. Isidore and Francis boys will clean up following games.
5:00 EPPJ vs. Stuart 6:00 Stuart vs. CWC 7:00 EPPJ vs. CWC
Accounting class will go to Mrs. Schiltmeyer’s study hall today.
Students are asked to park south of the activities door even when you are there early. Yesterday two students parked at the entrance. In addition, please do not park in the South Parking Lot (South of the AG Classroom, white rock) beginning today. They are having work done beginning today. Please park in the lower parking lot East of the Gym. Thank you.
Seniors are asked to pay $15 in the office for mailings (transcripts, scholarships, etc.) This needs to be paid before any transcripts are released to colleges or for scholarships. (Quinn and Harlie)
This year’s Homecoming Dance will be a formal event. The dance will be held on Saturday, September 20th from 8:00-11:00 p.m. at the KC Hall. This is for grades 9-12. Cost of admission is $8.00 per person.
Here is the link for the EPPJ Dance online store, closing down Tuesday Sept 9th at 10 AM: https://eppj-dance-25.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Student Council members please sign up for snacks/ drinks on the paper outside Mrs. Borer’s classroom for Homecoming.
Candy gram forms are available in the office and due next Tuesday.
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Announcements Wednesday, September 3, 2025
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Menu: Cornbread Sausage Baked Beans Peanut Butter Bar Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
Thursday: Mini Lasagna Broccoli Garlic Bread Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
Friday: Ham Pattie/Croissant Tator Tots Corn Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
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Accounting class will go to Mrs. Schiltmeyer’s study hall on Thursday.
Congratulations to our JH football team on their win over Fullerton and our C/JV and varsity volleyball teams on their wins over Burwell.
One Act tryouts are scheduled for today in the library. See Mrs. Klein if this time does not work for you.
Seniors are asked to pay $15 in the office for mailings (transcripts, scholarships, etc.) This needs to be paid before any transcripts are released to colleges or for scholarships. (Tessa, Quinn and Harlie)
This year’s Homecoming Dance will be a formal event. The dance will be held on Saturday, September 20th from 8:00-11:00 p.m. at the KC Hall. This is for grades 9-12. Cost of admission is $8.00 per person.
Miles of Smiles for elementary students is this morning at 9:00. We will begin with 6th graders so they can go to PE right after.
Here is the link for the EPPJ Dance online store, closing down Tuesday Sept 9th at 10 AM: https://eppj-dance-25.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Student Council members please sign up for snacks/ drinks on the paper outside Mrs. Borer’s classroom for Homecoming.
Candy gram forms are available in the office and due next Tuesday.
High school guidance classes will meet in Mrs. Schiltmeyer’s office today.
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Announcements Tuesday, September 2, 2025
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Menu: Chicken Strips Mashed Potatoes Glazed Carrots Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
Wednesday: Cornbread Sausage Baked Beans Peanut Butter Bar Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
Thursday: Mini Lasagna Broccoli Garlic Bread Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
Friday: Ham Pattie/Croissant Tator Tots Corn Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
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Happy Birthday to Owen C. celebrating his birthday today.
Accounting class will go to Mrs. Schiltmeyer’s study hall today and Thursday.
Good Luck to our JH football team traveling to play at Fullerton with a 4:30 p.m. kickoff. Team is dismissed at
1:45 p.m.
Good Luck to our JV and varsity volleyball teams as we host Burwell at 5:00 in the St. Boniface Gym in honor of senior night. Gonzaga and Joshua boys will clean up following games.
One Act tryouts are scheduled for September 3rd, in the library. See Mrs. Klein if this time does not work for you.
Seniors are asked to pay $15 in the office for mailings (transcripts, scholarships, etc.) This needs to be paid before any transcripts are released to colleges or for scholarships. (Tessa, Quinn, Camry and Harlie)
This year’s Homecoming Dance will be a formal event. The dance will be held on Saturday, September 20th from 8:00-11:00 p.m. at the KC Hall. This is for grades 9-12. Cost of admission is $8.00 per person.
Miles of Smiles for elementary students will be tomorrow morning at 9:00. If you wish to participate please return form/money to your child’s teacher or sign up with link: https://nalhd.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eOOQji63oyTedQW Several forms were turned in at our parent meeting.
Here is the link for the EPPJ Dance online store, closing down Tuesday Sept 9th at 10 AM: https://eppj-dance-25.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Student Council members please sign up for snacks/ drinks on the paper outside Mrs. Borer’s classroom for Homecoming.
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Announcements Friday, August 29, 2025
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Menu: Sack lunch
Friday: Sack lunch
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Enjoy the Labor Day weekend and classes resume Tuesday.
If you will not be here at the end of the day for closing prayer and it is your scheduled day, please find someone to take your place.
Congratulations to our C, JV and varsity volleyball teams on their wins over Lutheran High Northeast yesterday.
Good Luck to our football team as we host Burwell this evening at 7:00. “Friday Night Lights” during the game. Meet State Trooper Ray Johnson from 7:00 until halftime. The program is to educate the public about the importance of seat belt usage for all ages. He will be parked near the main entrance. There will be a tee shirt launch between the 1st and 2nd quarters and at half time. Gonzaga and Joshua girls are scheduled to clean up after the football game tomorrow night.
One Act tryouts are scheduled for September 3rd, in the library. See Mrs. Klein if this time does not work for you.
Seniors are asked to pay $15 in the office for mailings (transcripts, scholarships, etc.) This needs to be paid before any transcripts are released to colleges or for scholarships. (Tessa, Quinn, Camry and Harlie)
We are out of chocolate milk in the office until Tuesday.
This year’s Homecoming Dance will be a formal event. The dance will be held on Saturday, September 20th from 8:00-11:00 p.m. at the KC Hall. This is for grades 9-12. Cost of admission is $8.00 per person.
Miles of Smiles for elementary students will be next Wednesday, September 3rd at 9:00 a.m. If you wish to participate please return form/money to your child’s teacher or sign up with link: https://nalhd.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eOOQji63oyTedQW Several forms were turned in at our parent meeting.
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Announcements Thursday, August 28, 2025
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Menu: Hamburger w/ Bun Baked Fries Baked Beans Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
Thursday: Sack lunch
Friday: Sack lunch
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The Eucharist will be celebrated at 8:15 this morning in the St. Boniface Church.
Good Luck to our C, JV and varsity volleyball teams as we host Lutheran High Northeast beginning at 5:00 p.m.
in the EPS Gym.
One Act tryouts are scheduled for September 3rd, in the library. See Mrs. Klein if this time does not work for you.
Seniors are asked to pay $15 in the office for mailings (transcripts, scholarships, etc.) This needs to be paid before any transcripts are released to colleges or for scholarships. (Tessa, Quinn, Camry and Harlie)
“Friday Night Lights” during the football game Friday with Burwell tomorrow. Meet State Trooper Ray Johnson from 7:00 until halftime. The program is to educate the public about the importance of seat belt usage for all ages. He will be parked near the main entrance. There will be a tee shirt launch between the 1st and 2nd quarters and at half time. Gonzaga and Joshua girls are scheduled to clean up after the football game tomorrow night.
September calendar items are due in the office by 8:00 a.m. today.
This year’s Homecoming Dance will be a formal event. The dance will be held on Saturday, September 20th from 8:00-11:00 p.m. at the KC Hall. This is for grades 9-12. Cost of admission is $8.00 per person.
Miles of Smiles for elementary students will be next Wednesday, September 3rd at 9:00 a.m. If you wish to participate please return form/money to your child’s teacher or sign up with link: https://nalhd.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eOOQji63oyTedQW Several forms were turned in at our parent meeting.
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Announcements Wednesday, August 27, 2025
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Menu: Hamburger w/ Bun Baked Fries Baked Beans Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
Thursday: Sack lunch
Friday: Sack lunch
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One Act tryouts are scheduled for September 3rd, in the library. See Mrs. Klein if this time does not work for you.
Seniors are asked to pay $15 in the office for mailings (transcripts, scholarships, etc.)
EPPJ XC Store closes this morning at 10:00! Here is the link: https://eppjcrosscountry25.itemorder.com/
“Friday Night Lights” during the football game Friday with Burwell. Meet State Trooper Ray Johnson from 7:00 until halftime. The program is to educate the public about the importance of seat belt usage for all ages. He will be parked near the main entrance. There will be a tee shirt launcher between the 1st and 2nd quarters and at half time.
September calendar items are due in the office by 8:00 a.m. this Thursday.
This year’s Homecoming Dance will be a formal event. The dance will be held on Saturday, September 20th from 8:00-11:00 p.m. at the KC Hall. This is for grades 9-12. Cost of admission is $8.00 per person.
Miles of Smiles for elementary students will be next Wednesday, September 3rd at 9:00 a.m. If you wish to participate please return form/money to your child’s teacher or sign up with link: https://nalhd.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eOOQji63oyTedQW Several forms were turned in at our parent meeting.
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Announcements Tuesday August 26, 2025
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Menu: Hot Dog w/ WG Bun Macaroni & Cheese Coleslaw Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
Wednesday: Hamburger w/ Bun Baked Fries Baked Beans Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
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Happy Birthday to Ace P. and Carter L. celebrating their birthdays today.
One Act tryouts are scheduled for September 3rd, in the library. See Mrs. Klein if this time does not work for you.
Seniors are asked to pay $15 in the office for mailings (transcripts, scholarships, etc.)
The EPPJ XC Store is up and set to close on Wednesday, August 27th at 10:00 a.m.! Here is the link:
https://eppjcrosscountry25.itemorder.com/
“Friday Night Lights” during the football game Friday with Burwell. Meet State Trooper Ray Johnson from 7:00 until halftime. The program is to educate the public about the importance of seat belt usage for all ages. He will be parked near the main entrance. There will be a tee shirt launcher between the 1st and 2nd quarters and at half time.
September calendar items are due in the office by 8:00 a.m. this Thursday.
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Announcements Monday, August 25, 2025
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Menu: Chicken Fried Steak Mashed Potatoes/Gravy Green Beans Dinner Bun Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
Tuesday: Hot Dog w/ WG Bun Macaroni & Cheese Coleslaw Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
Wednesday: Hamburger w/ Bun Baked Fries Baked Beans Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
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Happy Birthday to Henry L. celebrating his birthday today.
One Act tryouts are scheduled for September 3rd, in the library. See Mrs. Klein if this time does not work for you.
Seniors are asked to pay $15 in the office for mailings (transcripts, scholarships, etc.)
The EPPJ XC Store is up and set to close on Wednesday, August 27th at 10:00 a.m.! Here is the link:
https://eppjcrosscountry25.itemorder.com/
Students…you each have 2 lockers so be sure to put all books, clothing, etc. inside and not on the floor.
No NHS meeting on Tuesday, August 26th – will be rescheduled.
“Friday Night Lights” during the football game Friday with Burwell. Meet State Trooper Ray Johnson from 7:00 until halftime. The program is to educate the public about the importance of seat belt usage for all ages. He will be parked near the main entrance. There will be a tee shirt launcher between the 1st and 2nd quarters and at half time.
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Announcements Friday, August 22, 2025
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Menu: Mr. Rib/Bun Scalloped Potatoes Peas Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
Monday: Chicken Fried Steak Mashed Potatoes/Gravy Green Beans Dinner Bun Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
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Happy Birthday to Elizabeth M. celebrating her birthday on Sunday.
One Act tryouts are scheduled for September 3rd, in the library. See Mrs. Klein if this time does not work for you.
Seniors are asked to pay $15 in the office for mailings (transcripts, scholarships, etc.)
If you have summer dribble and/or shot club forms please turn them in to the office by August 22nd.
The EPPJ XC Store is up and set to close on Wednesday, August 27th at 10:00 a.m.! Here is the link:
https://eppjcrosscountry25.itemorder.com/
No NHS meeting on Tuesday, August 26th – will be rescheduled.
Would a couple of students volunteer to take the empty milk crates back to the lunchroom…they are sitting outside the faculty lounge.
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Announcements Thursday, August 21, 2025
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Menu: Chicken Fajitas w/ Soft Shell Corn Strawberry Salad Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
Friday: Mr. Rib/Bun Scalloped Potatoes Peas Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
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The Eucharist will be celebrated at 8:15 this morning in the St. Boniface Church.
Good Luck to our volleyball team competing in a jamboree at Stanton this evening at 6:00.
One Act tryouts are scheduled for September 3rd, in the library. See Mrs. Klein if this time does not work for you.
Seniors are asked to pay $15 in the office for mailings (transcripts, scholarships, etc.)
If you have summer dribble and/or shot club forms please turn them in to the office by the August 22nd.
The EPPJ XC Store is up and set to close on Wednesday, August 27th at 10:00 a.m.! Here is the link:
https://eppjcrosscountry25.itemorder.com/
There will be a National Honor Society meeting on Tuesday, August 26th at 7:40 a.m. in the distance learning room.
Thank you to all the FFA members, new and old, who came to the meeting on Tuesday night! It was a great first meeting! Reminders for FFA members: You have 2 forms that need to be back before the end of the month! Dues and t-shirt cost is $20 – please bring before end of month! If you are helping at Rae Valley Days this weekend, THANK YOU! Check with your FFA officer if you need a ride! If you did not sign up for an FFA T-shirt, please take care of that asap! As always, your FFA officer is always available to answer your questions! If a NON- FFA member (parents, staff, etc.) would like a FFA T-shirt, there are forms in the EPS office. We are only getting t-shirts this year. They are $12 Small – XL. $13 XXL – XXXL.
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