East Juniata High School

Parents, Guardians, and Students: We will be conducting a Safety/Lockdown Drill at Juniata High School tomorrow morning, Oct. 19th, at 9:00 am.

The East Juniata National Honor Society is sponsoring a Blood Drive on Thursday, October 29 in the Auditorium Lobby. This event is open to students, staff, and the public. Students who are 16 and older are eligible to donate, and those who are 16 or 17 must have a signed parent permission slip. Those who sign up to donate blood should use the auditorium entrance to enter the blood drive.

SCHOOL PICTURES

School Pictures have been scheduled for Friday, October 9. If you student needs a picture form, they can be picked up in the office. You can also scan the QR code to order pictures online.

EJES and EJHS Families: The internet is out at both the elementary school and the high school due to an accident in the area. If you need to get in contact with East Juniata Elementary, send an email to Wendy Hoover at whoover@jcsdk12.org. If you need to get in contact with East Juniata High School, send an email to Meagan Apple at mapple@jcsdk12.org.

School Picture Day has been CANCELLED for tomorrow September 10. The new date will be posted when available.

AUDITIONS!
Peter and the Starcatcher

Tuesday, September 1
6:30-8:30
(EJHS Auditorium)

Wednesday, September 2
3:30-5:30
(EJHS Auditorium)

Look for posters in the school for a QR code to sign up

Welcome back, students and families!

We are so excited to start another fantastic school year.

Reminder:

Open House: Today, August 25, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Tour the building and meet your teachers!)

First Day of School: Tomorrow, Wednesday, August 26, 2026

We can't wait to see everyone back in the classrooms. Let's make this year amazing!

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Students,

We hope you have enjoyed a relaxing and refreshing summer! As the break winds down, we are excited to welcome back our students and families for another wonderful school year.

Please mark your calendars for these key upcoming dates:

Open House: Tuesday, August 25, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Come tour the building, meet your teachers, and get ready for the year ahead!

First Day of School: Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Flexible Learning Options
Did you know our district offers flexible online learning programs designed to match what online charter schools provide? If you are interested in exploring full-time or hybrid online options for your child, please reach out to your child’s school office for more details.

We look forward to seeing everyone soon!

Sincerely,

Christie Holderman

Superintendent

Parents, guardians and students of the Juniata County School District: We hope you had a relaxing summer and continue to enjoy the last remaining days of our break. On Tuesday, August 11, 2026, tentative schedules and class lists will be available on Sapphire.
Our open house is scheduled for Tuesday, August 25, 2026 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm.
Our first day of school is Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Also, please remember that the Juniata County School District offers very flexible online options that match what online charter schools offer. Be sure to contact your child’s school if you are interested in learning more about your educational options or have any questions. See you soon!
Sincerely,
Christie Holderman
Superintendent

Open House - Tuesday, August 25, 2026 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm.

Senior yearbook pictures are available for East Juniata & other area schools at a reduced price of $19 at Stacey Snyder's Studio at 3048 Cocolamus Creek Rd. Thompsontown. These pictures are optional and not required by the school. You will then receive a $19 coupon for any orders that you place for these pictures. During your appointment at the studio, we will take 4-6 poses. You will receive digital proofs so you can choose your favorite for your senior yearbook photo, then the picture is lightly retouched and sent to your yearbook advisor.
https://www.staceysnyderstudio.com/senior-yearbook-scheduler-2027

www.staceysnyderstudio.com

Reminder: The last day of school is tomorrow, June 2, 2026. Students will be dismissed at 12:30. Have a great summer!

JCSD is now closed. Due to ongoing snow showers, blowing snow, snow-covered roads in our outlying areas, and hazardous conditions on many secondary roads, all schools will be closed today. Although main roads are clear, the safety of our students, staff, and families remains our top priority.

East Juniata High School and East Juniata Elementary School Families and Staff: Route 35 is currently closed between Evandale Hill Road and Seven Stars Road due to an accident. Buses may be delayed or unable to pick up. Please use caution in the area and pick an alternate route.

JCSD will be closed today, January 27, 2026, due to unsafe road conditions and for the safety of students and staff.