Archive for November 2025
Happy Thanksgiving!
As we approach the season of Thanksgiving, we find ourselves reflecting on the many blessings and wonderful experiences that have enriched our school community this fall, including our fall play, academic achievements, recent e-term, athletic events, and all the ways we see you showing up, reflecting Christ’s light and leading in our community. It is…
Read MoreGiving Tuesday Launches Annual Christmas Fund Drive!
Christmas Fund Drive Launch on Giving Tuesday! As the holiday season approaches, our school is gearing up for a festive and charitable event: the Christmas Fund Drive, launching on Giving Tuesday. This special online giving day promises to be a day of generosity and community spirit, with donor matches in place to help us exceed…
Read MoreMDS Washington E-Term!
MDS Deep Dive: A Transformative Experience in Washington State Nestled in the serene surroundings of Camp Gifford, Washington, near Loon Lake, a group of dedicated students embarked on a meaningful journey with the Mennonite Disaster Service (MDS). Their mission was to aid in the recovery efforts following the devastating wildfires of 2023, which ravaged 126…
Read MorePuerto Rico E-Term!
E-Term Reflections: A Transformative Journey to Puerto Rico This year marked a significant shift as the annual Experiential Term was moved from Spring to Fall, bringing about a new dynamic for students, staff and teachers. Parents and others often wonder what these trips are like for our students. The Puerto Rico group recently shared some of…
Read More2025 Christmas Concerts
Join us for our Christmas concert series at Eastern Mennonite School! All events are free and open to the public and held in our auditorium, located behind the middle/high school upper building. Choral Christmas Concert Thursday, December 4, 6:30 PM HS Touring, Chamber, and Concert Choirs, MS Chorale Dr. Francis Yun, Director Elementary Christmas…
Read MoreVDOE TCP is a Win-Win, Triple Your Impact!
Are you ready to make a bigger difference without breaking the bank? The Virginia Education Improvement Scholarships Tax Credit Program offers you the chance to triple your impact and support students in a meaningful way. Watch this short video and be inspired to give! Imagine this: Your contribution of $28,500 results in an $18,500 Virginia…
Read MoreFall Play Highlights Creativity!
Over Halloween weekend, our high school students delivered a delightful rendition of “Around the World in 80 Days,” co-directed by Elizabeth Eby and Liz Marin ’10. This comedy-drama, originally penned by Jules Verne and adapted for the stage by Laura Eason, was a great success, showcasing our students’ creativity. “At one point in the rehearsal…
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