As part of Fire Awareness Month activities, the Bainbridge Fire/Rescue Company paid a visit to Bainbridge Elementary School to meet with Kindergarten students and teach important fire safety skills. Captain Zachary Slothower, Sergeant James Deiter, and Firefighter Jonathan Deiter led the session, explaining key fire prevention practices.

Elizabethtown Area High School proudly announces that sixteen students have completed the Attollo Recruit program and have officially been named Attollo Scholars. This achievement reflects the core elements of the prestigious Attollo program: exceptional commitment, discipline, and leadership.

Dr. David Beard, principal of Elizabethtown Area Middle School, along with assistant principals Mr. Jason Kingsborough and Dr. Jessica Poletti, proudly announce the honor roll for the first marking period of the 2025-2026 school year.

Dr. Jason D’Amico, principal of Elizabethtown Area High School, along with assistant principals Ms. Meghan Busby, Mr. Robert Crick, and Dr. Jessica Poletti, proudly announce the honor roll for the first marking period of the 2025-2026 academic year. 

The Elizabethtown Area School District proudly honored 30 local veterans at its 17th annual Veterans Day Ceremony on November 11, 2025. This cherished tradition recognized the steadfast dedication of those who have served and continue to protect our nation, safeguarding the freedoms and values we hold dear.

The Elizabethtown Area School District proudly announces its 2025 Holiday Concert Series. The five-concert series begins Thursday, December 4, with the Bear Creek Chorus and Orchestra Concert and concludes Thursday, December 18, with the Elizabethtown Area Middle School Band Concert.

Elizabethtown Area High School is pleased to recognize its November Rotary Club Students of the Month: Sadie Givens and Nicholas Kreider. This honor recognizes students who demonstrate excellence in academics, leadership, and community involvement, reflecting their positive contributions to both the school and the community.

Bainbridge Elementary School brought energy and fun to students in late October with a Day of Play filled with hands-on activities. Throughout the day, students explored a variety of stations at their own pace, encouraging collaboration, imaginative play, and physical activity.

Elizabethtown Area Middle School is proud to recognize its November Students of the Month, celebrating students who demonstrate exceptional initiative, responsibility, and personal growth. Each month, teachers reflect on the students in their teams through the lens of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, identifying those who exemplify a particular habit or who have shown remarkable growth in that area.

Elizabethtown Area High School proudly announces Christian Rosado Berrios as the Elizabethtown Lions Club Student of the Month for November. This distinguished recognition honors a Lancaster County Career and Technology Center (LCCTC) student who demonstrates exceptional work ethic, skill, and leadership in their chosen field.

The Elizabethtown Area High School Theater Department is thrilled to announce its fall play, Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic, written by Matt Cox. Performances will take place on Thursday, Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 8 at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the Elizabethtown Area High School auditorium.

The Elizabethtown Area School District is currently developing its 2025–2031 Comprehensive Plan, which will guide district decisions over the next six years. Your input is critical to help ensure the plan reflects the needs and priorities of our students, families, staff, and community. Please take a few minutes to complete our survey and share your thoughts. Deadline: November 7, 2025

Four Elizabethtown Area High School students recently represented the District at the 2025 Special Olympics Youth Bocce Summit held at Penn State University, Harrisburg campus. The student delegation included Bennett Hynicker, Adora Jackson, Madison Lehman, and Noelle O’Brien, who attended alongside their Unified Bocce coaches, Lacie Meyer and Amy Robinson.

Elizabethtown Area High School recently concluded Instant Decision Week 2025, held October 6–10, providing seniors with the opportunity to meet college and military representatives and receive on-the-spot admission decisions. The week also included informative sessions with military branches for students exploring alternative career paths.

The Elizabethtown Area High School Orchestra is excited to invite the public to their highly anticipated Pops Concert, scheduled for Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 7 p.m. The event will take place at the High School Auditorium, and admission is free. We welcome all members of the community to join us for a night of captivating music and vibrant performances.