A mask mandate will take effect Wednesday at the Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation. The school board approved the mask requirement by a vote of six-to-one during a special meeting Monday, with Scott Hanson opposing.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Tightens Restrictions on Fundraisers
The Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation is tightening restrictions on school fundraisers. A policy update was recently finalized by the school board, at the recommendation of Superintendent Dara Chezem.
Continue reading‘An Ornament Filled with Hope’ Brightens Holidays for Eastern Pulaski Student
In a school year filled with challenges, the Eastern Pulaski Schools community is making sure it’s also a year of hope.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Accepts Donations for Helping Hands Fund, Safe Schools
Almost $3,600 in donations was accepted by the Eastern Pulaski School Board this week. Eagles Auxiliary 2580 donated $2,580 for the Helping Hands fund, according to draft minutes from Monday’s board meeting. The fund helps cover overdue lunch fees and other expenses that may be out of a family’s reach.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Approves School Improvement Plans
Eastern Pulaski schools are looking to boost attendance and communication with parents, as part of this year’s school improvement plans. The three principals recently presented their plans to the school board.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Accepts Grant Funding for Preschool Program
Eastern Pulaski Elementary School is hoping to launch a new preschool program in January. Principal Jill Collins told the school board last week that the school has received grant funding to purchase materials and hire an instructor.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Extends Administrators’ Contracts, Recognizes Retirees
Some Eastern Pulaski school administrators have had their contracts extended by a year. Last week, the school board voted to extend the contracts of Elementary School Principal Jill Collins, Middle School Principal Ryan Dickinson, and Athletic Director Bill Ball through June of 2021, according to board documents. Board members also agreed to add 10 days to the contract of incoming High School Principal Jeremy Tucker.
Continue readingBody Safety Program Returns to Eastern Pulaski Schools Next Week
A program to help children stay safe from potential predators is returning to Eastern Pulaski Schools next week. Retired Police Sergeant Terry Hall will be giving his Body Safety presentations.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Students Take Stop/Look Pledge
Students in the Eastern Pulaski School Corporation are taking the pledge to stop and look when it comes to school bus and student safety.