Archive for April 2023
EMS Stages A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Middle school students will stage A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare, set in outer space, at Eastern Mennonite School May 5 and 6 at 7 p.m. “People of all ages will love the humor, wit, and plot complexities this classic Shakespeare comedy offers,” says Leah Huyard, director. The outer space setting is evident through…
Read MoreE-term 2023 Wrap Up
E-term — an experiential learning experience outside the classroom — took students on local adventures and as far as Taos, New Mexico, April 15-21. The decades old program used to be called “mini term” for high school, and “Explore Week” for elementary in recent years. Covid-inspired program tweeks now names it “E-Term” for grades 6…
Read MoreEMES Passion Walk 2023
Fourth graders drummed a beat. Fifth graders read scripture. Elementary students, teachers and staff walked quietly on school grounds as part of the EMES annual Passion Walk. It was a time to learn about and remember the last week of Jesus’ life with stations to stop and reflect. Flowers bloomed and the sun shone warmly for this…
Read MoreErika Gascho Named Middle School Principal
Erika Gascho has been named principal of the middle school division of Eastern Mennonite School. “Erika brings a strong combination of experience, expertise, creative problem solving finesse, and commitment to restorative practices to this role,” says Maria Archer, current K-8 principal. “Erika’s collaborative curricular ideas and strengths with learning support services truly made her our…
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