Support FZE Grad Night Class of 2024 and order pizza tomorrow, 1/3 and use the coupon code: MODGIVES25 online or in the app or use the flyer in store: https://5il.co/2bbzm. MOD pizza will donate 25% of bill to support this great cause!
Mark your calendar for the 2024 Curriculum & Activities Night on January 16, 2024 at 6-7:30 pm at East High. More information can be found on the flyer or news article on the website.
Congratulations to Saba Woldaregay on being named one of East High's Students of the Week for December 11th. She was nominated by Mrs. Franklin who stated Saba Woldaregay has honed the art of quiet strength. As a student, Saba has found her voice more and more in discussions and in her writing. In class, she is a kind, helpful classmate. In her quiet contributions, she supports the people around her, but she's also found more confidence in her own voice. Outside of class, she shares her voice in FZEiam, contributing to the overall positivity and inclusion in our school. Last year she shared about some of the burden she carries for the genocide and devastation in her home country of Ethiopia. I'm thankful that I get to see her grow in her voice and leadership. I know she's going to do amazing things beyond East High School.
On our last day of Holiday Spirit Week, December 15th, wear your ugly holiday sweater to celebrate National Ugly Sweater day.
Commit to distraction free driving and help FZE Grad Night win $5K for the Class of 2024 Grad Night event. Contest ends 12/31/23 so sign up now @ https://www2.modot.org/BuckleUpPhoneDown/
Have a favorite holiday character? Dress like you favorite holiday character on Thursday, Dec. 14th for Holiday Spirit Week.
Benjamin Rees was nominated for Student of the Week for December 11th by Mrs. Venneman. She reported Jian-Jian is an incredible person and wonderful student to have in AP Statistics. Despite his challenges with physical impairments and needing to be in a wheelchair again this year, he is super positive and always has a smile on his face. When I broke his microphone on the first day of using it (sorry again Jian-Jian!), he was very understanding and we worked together to figure out how to fix it. Jian-Jian is such a hard worker and never lets his obstacles stand in the way of reaching his goals. He is very bright, responsible, and gets along with everyone. I am so lucky that I get to have Jian-Jian in class. Congratulations!
Few things can get you more college or career ready than a group research assignment and presentation. Students in the St. Charles County CAPS program made it look easy. The Centers for Advanced Professional Studies provide high school students from all five county school districts the chance to work together in real-world settings. Earlier this month a team presented their data and marketing proposal to the county Workforce Development Board. “Not only did they have great data and ideas, they did a PHENOMENAL job speaking and presenting,” one board member shared in an email. Their recommendations are being implemented by one of the sub-committees of that Board! Working together to build the workforce of tomorrow. You can learn more about CAPS at scccaps.org
December 13th, wear your holiday bling or holiday accessories for Holiday Spirit Week
Congratulations to Gavin Ralston on being named Student of the Week for December 11th. Mrs. Brigman nominated Gavin, for many reasons. She stated he deserves recognition for his remarkable qualities I have observed. Gavin has a friendly personality. He gives everyone in class nothing but respect in every encounter. He is extremely conscientious and polite. I appreciate Gavin’s authentic and honest disposition. He ‘puts himself out there’ in a class that can be very intimidating. He leads by example, which enables others to be courageous, too. As a student in my Precalculus class, he is always willing to participate in class discussions and contributes daily to problems we work together on the board. I want to recognize Gavin’s excellence in work ethic. This course has topics and required discipline and rigor that is quite different than previous math courses. The class is a shock to even the brightest students. However, I believe his level of discipline, focus, and responsibility allows him to tackle the material successfully. I am so pleased with his readiness for the content and daily contributions to class. When encountering a difficult assignment, he is organized and prepared to ask specific questions. His hard work will pay off! I am incredibly thankful to have such a diligent student.
Tomorrow, December 12th: dress as a red and white candy cane for Holiday Spirit Week
Next week is Holiday Spirit Week at East High! Monday, December 11th Theme: Winter Nap. Wear flannel or holiday pajamas. See the picture for additional themes for the week.
Looking for a fun, festive way to support Grad Night Class of 2024? Check out the Elf My Yard event on our website: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2895/EHS/3730510/Elf_My_Yard__23__1_.pdf
Lions, remember to grab something at Qdoba tonight, Nov. 28th between 4-8pm to support FZE Grad Night - Class of 2024. Check the flyer for the QR code to purchase in restaurant or use the coupon code for online purchases: QDOBAGIVES: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2895/EHS/3754006/fundraiser-flyer_qdoba.pdf
There's no season like show season! Tonight and tomorrow night at 7, and Saturday at 2, East High Lionheart Thespians present: The Tempest.
Congratulations to Kamryn Strong on being named Student of the Week for November 20th by Mr. Fischer. He has really seen Kamryn exponentially grow from freshman year to this year and wants to recognize Kamryn before she leaves us to go to McCluer High School. Kamryn’s transformative journey serves as a testament to the power of self-reflection, perseverance, and a genuine desire for positive change. Through sheer determination and an unquenchable thirst for self-improvement, she has overcome numerous challenges and emerged stronger and more resilient than ever before. I can go on and on about her transformation but I really wanted to let her know that I see her and she is doing great things.
Looking for a way to celebrate this December and support FZE 2024 Grad Night? Check out the Elf My Yard fundraiser on the EHS Grad Night Page: https://ehs.fz.k12.mo.us/o/ehs/page/grad-night-committee
Kevin Mahaney was nominated for Student of the Week for November 20th by Ms. Bednar. She chose Kevin because of his kindness and hard work, as well as the unique perspective he brings to East High as a student with two parents who are hard of hearing/deaf. As a language teacher, I can only imagine the challenges that Kevin must have faced as he learned English himself and think it would be valuable for others to learn about his unique circumstances and how it has affected him as a person as well as his day-to-day life. Kevin knows a little bit of ASL but relies a lot on his parents being able to lipread to communicate with them, so even things that others may take for granted (like talking to a family member who is in another room without looking at them) require more attention and mindfulness. He and his family have a camp that they have gone to for many years that is for people who are hard of hearing/deaf where they are able to connect with others who are deaf. This is Kevin's first year at East, and it was immediately apparent what a kind, intelligent, and hardworking he is. Unfortunately, not long into the school year, Kevin started having health problems that kept him from being able to attend school. However, Kevin showed initiative and responsibility by emailing his teachers requesting work to do at home to try to stay on top of his work. When Kevin was eventually approved for Homebound instruction, I gladly accepted the invitation to work with him knowing how awesome of a person he is. Kevin has been working hard to get caught up in his classes despite his health challenges, and I know that Kevin will continue to overcome challenges as he works through his homebound and eventually returns to school. Congratulations!
Check out the Principal's Corner for a new message from Dr. Vaughn:https://ehs.fz.k12.mo.us/o/ehs/page/fze-principals-corner
Congratulations to Tray Ellis on being name Student of the Week for November 20th. Tray was nominated by Mrs. Vogt. Tray is new to East High this year and that wasn't an easy transition being it's his junior year. From the first day in Child Development he came in with a smile, ready to ask questions and participate. Oh, and he's the only male in that class too!! Again, it could not have made the start to his new school an easy one, though he never showed that it bothered him. Thanks for all you add to fifth hour Tray!
