High School May Newsletter (23–24)

Dr. Abriana Leeper
Acting High School Principal

Email: abriana.leeper@ecspgh.org

Phone: x4401

Important Dates

5/9: PCO Millie’s Ice Cream Fundraiser

5/10: Used Books Donation Deadline

5/10: 6–12 Sustainability Fest

5/15: ECS Board of Trustees Meeting at 6 p.m. at Middle

5/17: PCO Spring Plant and Flower Pick Up at Intermediate

5/24: Student Half Day–Professional Development for Staff

5/27: No School–Memorial Day

5/31: Prom


What's new at the High School?

Green Roots: A Sustainable Affair
ECS’s fun packed, sustainability events are back in honor of our Earth! RSVP for your student’s Green Roots: A Sustainable Affair event to learn about the school's commitment to the SDGs, participate in activities, and meet community partners.

6–12 Sustainability Fest: Friday, May 10, 2024, from 6–8 p.m. RSVP
This year's event will feature:

  • S'mores & Camping 101, Cornhole & Ping Pong

  • Black Out Poetry & DJ

  • Bike ECS & Bike People

  • Student Art Showcase

  • Environmental Citizenship & 8th Grade Capstone Presentations and award ceremony with Keynote Speaker, Camila Rivera Tinsley


Cultural Celebrations


In Case You Missed It

Here is a copy of the ECHS Student Handbook for the 23-24 school year.

Here are the Orientation slides from the ECHS Orientations this week!

Attendance Reminder
As the Holiday and Winter Season approaches, we recognize that trips may be planned in the coming months, as well as some unplanned sickness. As a reminder, each student gets 10 excused absences from a parent per year. You can complete the online excuse form here. Any additional absences must be excused by a doctor. If your student will be absent for a pre-scheduled trip, please email your building principal for approval.

  • Sibling Preference for the 24–25 School Year
    Have a sibling who would like to attend ECS for the 2024–25 school year? Please complete an application in your SchoolMint account by pressing the add new student application after Oct. 2. The application deadline for sibling preference is January 31. Current students do not need to apply. Re-enrollment will occur in March.

    “A sibling is defined as one of two or more individuals having at least one common legal parent/guardian. Sibling preference does not guarantee enrollment.”

    Enrollment for the 24–25 School Year Opens Oct. 2!
    Let your friends and neighbors know about our open enrollment! The application deadline to be considered for the lottery is Jan. 31, 2024. Learn more…

    Family Portal on the ECS Website
    Based on feedback from last year’s communication survey, ECS has identified areas of improvement on the website. ECS is pleased to launch its Family Portal, a designated space for current families to view and learn information. Browse the Family Portal.

    Volunteering & Clearances
    ECS values volunteers in our district. To learn how to volunteer and what clearances are needed visit the Family Portal Volunteer page.

    Receive Board Meeting Reminders Did you know that ECS has monthly Board of Trustees meetings? Opt-In to receive Board Meeting Reminders that will include the date, time, and location of the meeting as well as links to the agenda draft, sign up to speak form, and YouTube Live feed.

    Receive Board of Trustees Meeting Reminders


ECHS Hawk Highlights from Last Month!