High School March Newsletter (22–23)
Important Dates this Month
March 6–10: 10th Grade Course Selection Week
March 7: PSAT (10th Grade only)
March 7: Synchronous Learning at Home (9th & 11th Grade only)
March 9: Navy Career Visit at ECHS
March 10: Student Half Day–11:38 a.m. dismissal
March 13–17: 9th Grade Course Selection Week
March 14: Marines Career Visit at ECHS
March 14: PCO Meeting at 6 p.m. at Middle School
March 15: ECS Board of Trustees Meeting at 6 p.m. at Middle School
March 25: Sigma Gamma Rho Annual Youth Symposium from 9 a.m.–2 p.m. at Middle School
March 27: St. Vincent College Visit
March 27: 11th Grade College Information Night at 5:30 p.m. at High School
March 30: Quarter 3 Ends
March 31: Student Half Day–11:38 a.m. dismissal
April 3–10: Spring Break
Hey there, ECHS!
We are marching right along as we approach the end of the 3rd quarter on March 30th. This month is an especially busy time of the school year for our 9th–11th graders. In the midst of course selection for the 23–24 school year, I am highly anticipating students inching closer to graduation and beyond. Below is the course registration schedule:
Feb. 27–March 3: Current 11th graders
March 6–March 10: Current 10th graders
March 13–17: Current 9th graders
March 20–24: Current 8th graders
ECHS is forward-thinking and dedicated to helping students accomplish their specific goals. With this in mind, I’m thrilled that March is filled with several resources and opportunities to help students discover and explore their paths. From 10th-grade participating in the PSAT this Tuesday to Military Career Visits, college campus explorations, and the 11th-grade college information night, there is a space for all students to dream of their future endeavors. I’m sincerely grateful to be on their journey with them and share in this pivotal chapter of their lives.
Kind Regards,
Dr. Abriana Leeper
Acting High School Principal
What's new at the High School?
Students of the Month
Each month, ECHS celebrates one student from each grade level for their dedication to education and for exhibiting all four ECHS character traits. This month’s students of the month are:
Justin Taylor–9th Grade
Julian Scott–10th Grade
Shayla Esquivel–11th Grade
Youth Symposium
ECS will host the Sigma Gamma Rho Annual Youth Symposium at the Middle School on Saturday, March 25, 2023, from 9 a.m.–2 p.m. This free event is open to 6–12 grade families, includes breakfast and lunch, features special guest, Senator Lindsey Williams, and will engage students in workshops relating to communication skills and career readiness. Please reach out to socialwork@ecspgh.org with any questions, and register for the free event here.
Class Registration
Students currently in grades 8–11 are registering for 2023–2024 classes in March. As the high school continues to grow, ECS is excited to increase the number of AP classes offered and further its dual enrollment partnership with Chatham University and CCAC. View grade-specific course offerings below:
College/Career Planning
As 11th-grade students prepare for post-graduation, student services is pleased to offer several resources to help them decide their path. In March, students will have a field trip to Pittsburgh Technical College and the Pittsburgh Promise Career Fair. ECHS will welcome visitors from St. Vincent College and military branches to speak with interested students.
Basketball Summer Camp
Rising 6th to 12th graders are invited to register for ECS’s 2023 Summer Basketball Camp from June 26–29 at the High School Gym to learn the fundamentals of basketball. Learn more and sign up by June 15, 2023.
This Month’s Cultural Celebrations
This month is overflowing with cultural celebrations that will be reviewed during morning meetings and embedded into classwork! ECHS is celebrating Women’s History month by recognizing women who are change agents in our world. Students will also learn about Pi Day, National Foreign Languages week, and Ramadan.
In Case You Missed It
Rising 10th to 12th Grade Information Night
Weren't able to attend Tuesday's 10th to 12th Grade Information Night? Take a look at the presentation and reach out to school counselors, Jennifer Bruni or Keith Bull if you have any questions regarding scheduling.
ECHS Hawk Highlights from Last Month!
Thank you to everyone who participated in both Experts Day and Career Day! ECHS also had special visitors from PTC to discuss post-graduate opportunities.
