East Juniata Elementary School

Welcome back, students and families!

We are so excited to start another fantastic school year.

Reminder:

Open House: Today, August 25, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Tour the building and meet your teachers!)

First Day of School: Tomorrow, Wednesday, August 26, 2026

We can't wait to see everyone back in the classrooms. Let's make this year amazing!

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Students,

We hope you have enjoyed a relaxing and refreshing summer! As the break winds down, we are excited to welcome back our students and families for another wonderful school year.

Please mark your calendars for these key upcoming dates:

Open House: Tuesday, August 25, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Come tour the building, meet your teachers, and get ready for the year ahead!

First Day of School: Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Flexible Learning Options
Did you know our district offers flexible online learning programs designed to match what online charter schools provide? If you are interested in exploring full-time or hybrid online options for your child, please reach out to your child’s school office for more details.

We look forward to seeing everyone soon!

Sincerely,

Christie Holderman

Superintendent

Parents, guardians and students of the Juniata County School District: We hope you had a relaxing summer and continue to enjoy the last remaining days of our break. On Tuesday, August 11, 2026, tentative schedules and class lists will be available on Sapphire.
Our open house is scheduled for Tuesday, August 25, 2026 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm.
Our first day of school is Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Also, please remember that the Juniata County School District offers very flexible online options that match what online charter schools offer. Be sure to contact your child’s school if you are interested in learning more about your educational options or have any questions. See you soon!
Sincerely,
Christie Holderman
Superintendent

Back to School Supplies Event

Open House - Tuesday, August 25, 2026 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm.

Open House - Tuesday, August 25, 2026 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm.

Reminder: The last day of school is tomorrow, June 2, 2026. Students will be dismissed at 12:30. Have a great summer!

Here is our 2026-2027 School Year Calendars!

Please see our new waste reduction initiative. Through this program we can reduce waste, support our students, and ensure that no child goes without.

Our Connecting to Kindergarten Event is happening on March 24, 6:00-7:30 p.m

Here is our March Calendar and activities occurring this coming month!

JCSD is now closed. Due to ongoing snow showers, blowing snow, snow-covered roads in our outlying areas, and hazardous conditions on many secondary roads, all schools will be closed today. Although main roads are clear, the safety of our students, staff, and families remains our top priority.

EJES Musical Theater Fundraiser: Bunnies and Brushes
Join us Tuesday, March 3, 2026 from 6:00-8pm for a special Paint Together Night. Bring your child and enjoy an evening of creativity, laughter, and quality time as you paint side by side. All age levels welcome, no painting experience is needed—just come ready to have fun and make memories together. We can’t wait to see you there and appreciate your support in making our musical theater productions possible!

Payment made the night of the fundraiser; $20 cash payment covers 1 adult and 1 child. Click this link to reserve your seat, seating is limited: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4BA5A92AA1F8C43-62477999-bunnies

East Juniata High School and East Juniata Elementary School Families and Staff: Route 35 is currently closed between Evandale Hill Road and Seven Stars Road due to an accident. Buses may be delayed or unable to pick up. Please use caution in the area and pick an alternate route.

JCSD will be closed today, January 27, 2026, due to unsafe road conditions and for the safety of students and staff.

Click the link below for more information on our Connecting to Kindergarten event hosted on March 24th at EJES from 6:00PM-7:30PM

https://aptg.co/8dvZ-J

The Juniata County School District will be operating on a two hour delay on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 due to the anticipated extremely low morning wind chill temperatures.

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