Outcomes
Our goal at EMS is to launch graduates into the world who are equipped mentally, emotionally, academically, and spiritually to navigate their future. We encourage and support all of our students' plans for the future, whether they pursue higher education, a wage-earning job, training in the trades, voluntary service, or a gap year experience.
Four members of the class of '24 completed programs at Massanutten Technical Center, preparing them for jobs and further study in particular areas of that help fulfill our mission of preparing students for excellence, integrity, and service in the world.
Please tell Ms. Hertzler we all appreciate her keeping everyone on track for college. She treats each child like an individual and helps get their ownership. - Current Parent
College Acceptances
Appalachian State University, Belmont University, Blue Ridge Community College, Canadian Mennonite University, Colorado School of Mines, Christopher Newport University, Dickinson College, Eastern Mennonite University, Elon University, Furman University, George Mason University, Goshen College, Goucher College, Hesston College, Hope College, James Madison University, Lees-McRae College, Lehigh University, Liberty University, Messiah University, Michigan State University, North Carolina A&T State University, Radford University, Roanoke College, Rutgers University (New Brunswick), Saint Louis University, South Dakota State University, Spelman College, Sweet Briar College, Texas Tech University, The College of William and Mary, University of California Irvine, University of Colorado Boulder, University of Connecticut, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, University of Lynchburg, University of Mary Washington, University of Mount Union, University of Pittsburgh, University of Richmond, University of Vermont, University of Virginia, University of Washington, Virginia Tech, Virginia Wesleyan University, Wake Forest University, Wellesley College, West Chester University of Pennsylvania, West Virginia University
EMHS teachers and administrators strive to nurture each graduate into whole people with skills that will serve them well in the next stage of their lives, whether that is in college, the work force or volunteer work. Our graduates stand out in college and university settings as strong writers and critical thinkers. They have developed study skills, self awareness and emotional maturity that prepare them for a complex, inter-connected world.
Curriculum
Minimum Graduation Requirements
• 4 credits of English
• 3 credits of mathematics
• 3 credits of science
• 3 credits of social studies
• 2 credits of physical and health education (including driver’s education)
• 2 credits of Bible
• 1 credit of fine arts (art/music)
• .5 credit of family & consumer science
• 2.5+ credit of electives
Student Outcomes
EMHS does not rank students as the small size and composition of our student body does not yield meaningful data.
Class of 2024 (41 graduates)
- 86% went on to higher education
- 2% embarked on a gap year to pursue a service assignment with a church or other learning agency
- 12% entered the workforce full time
- GPA range was 2.32 to 4.43.
National Merit Finalists: Since 1998 we have had 62 commended scholars, 18 finalists and one presidential scholar.
AP and Honors Courses
AP English Literature and Composition
Optional Honors
Algebra II
Anatomy & Physiology
Bible 11: Global Christianity
Bible 12: Kingdom Living
Biology
Chemistry
Composition 12: Creative Writing
Difficulties in the Bible
English 10
English 9
Geometry
Literature 11
Literature 12
Model UN
Orchestra
Organic Chemistry
Philosophy & Theology
Physics
Pre-Calculus
Robotics,
Spanish III
U. S. Government
U. S. History
EMS Students in the News
“She did it again!” exclaimed Maria Archer, the principal of EMES, as the students took their final bows alongside Director, Ms. Anderson, on the grand stage of the upper school auditorium last week. The occasion? The much-anticipated fall desert theater performance! Our talented 4th and 5th graders have once again carried on the cherished tradition, working tirelessly with their teachers and the ever-dedicated Ms. Anderson. This spirited director has poured her heart and soul into desert theater, helping students hone their skills in ways that…
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