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Newsletter - 10/03/2026

Posted Date: 10/03/26 (04:00 PM)
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October 03, 2026

 

Upcoming Dates

29th - Early Release, Secondary Only - Planning Secondary Evening Parent/Teacher Conferences

30th - No Student - Conferences
 

Basketball Open Gym

Attention, if you are planning on playing boys’ basketball this year open gym starts October 5, 2026, at 6:30pm to 8:00pm.  Open gyms will be on Mondays and Wednesdays until November 11, 2026.  Open gym is only open to East HS students.
 
Thank you,
Coach Johnson
 

Parent Partnership

The Parent Partnership Council is designed to give every family opportunities to get involved with our school through three distinct pathways: Voice, Learning, and Action.

Through Parent Pulse (Voice), parents can share feedback, provide input on school initiatives, and help shape decisions that impact students and families.

The Parent Learning Academy (Learning) offers workshops, resources, and learning opportunities that empower parents with tools and strategies to support their child's success. 

The Parent Impact Team (Action) provides hands-on opportunities to volunteer, support school events, recognize students and staff, and help foster a positive school culture.

Whether you want to share your perspective, grow alongside other parents, or make a direct impact through service, there's a place for you in the Parent Partnership Council.

Ready to get involved? Sign up for one or all three opportunities and choose the level of participation that works best for your schedule and interests.

 

Safety and Security at High School Events

  • Admission: Students from the home and visiting teams receive free admission with enrollment verification. All others must pay admission or use a family pass.
  • Student Supervision: Elementary and junior high students must be with a parent or guardian at all times. Unsupervised students may be escorted to their parent/guardian or removed from the venue.
  • Prohibited Items: No backpacks, outside sporting equipment, balls, bikes, scooters, or skateboards.
  • Wristbands: For events requiring wristbands, all spectators must wear one. Anyone without a wristband will be asked to leave.
  • No Re-Entry: Students who leave the venue may not re-enter.
  • Expectations: Remain in the stands and support your team. Loitering in restrooms, concession areas, or walkways is prohibited.
  • Entry Decisions: School administration reserves the right to refuse entry.
  • Misconduct: Spectators removed for misconduct may be prohibited from attending future events.

 
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Senior Info

Important Dates


  • Senior & Early Junior Graduates Class meeting with Herff Jones (students only) Performance Hall –  Thur. Oct.15th 9:30am-10:00am
  • Cap and Gown Sales East High Lobby – Tues. Oct. 20th - 10am - 2:00pm 
 

Jae Foundation

ATTENTION SENIORS:  Laramie County School District #1 will participate in Jae Boots for seniors this fall.  Through the generous donation of the Jae Foundation every senior in LCSD#1 will have the opportunity to participate in this initiative and to receive a free pair of cowboy boots.  Every senior, not over 18 years of age, will need to have a signed permission to participate.  Permission slips can be completed online or by stopping by a counselor's office to pick up and return a paper copy.  Permission slips must be received by November 6, 2026.
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College and Career Opportunities

St. Joseph's Food Pantry

East High School is competing in the first annual Green Bean Food Drive.  The winning school will receive a Green Bean Trophy.  Show your school pride while providing food to feed over 550 families in Cheyenne.  Any non-perishable food item is welcome, but East will only be awarded points for the number of cans of green beans collected.  The event will run from October 1st through October 31st.  Please bring donations to room 709!
 

The Daniels Scholarship

The Daniels Scholarship Application is Open 
The Best Time to Share is Now

The Daniels Scholarship application opened on September 1-October 15, and the earlier students start, the stronger their applications tend to be. You are one of the best ways we reach talented young people, and a personal nudge from you carries weight that a mass email never will.

Please share the scholarship with the students, families, and educators in your network now, while there is plenty of runway before the October 15 deadline. The application takes less than an hour to complete.

Daniels Scholars receive:

  • Full cost of attendance covered at partner schools 
  • Up to $25,000 per year at non-partner schools 
  • Personal support before, during, and after college
  • Career readiness, internships and fellowships 
  • Financial literacy and civics built into the program 
  • A new MacBook

To make it simple, we have created a digital toolkit with ready-to-use social media posts, newsletter copy, and printable materials.

Get the toolkit here.
 

Key Club Fundraiser

Can you guess the number of candies in a jar?  Test your talent from October 12th to October 26th.  $1.00 a guess.  Guesses are available during lunch and in room 709 before and after school.  Help support Key Club while having some fun.
 

21st Century Equipment Ag Tech Program

ATTENTION SENIORS:  21st Century Equipment has an Ag Tech Program, where students are reimbursed for the cost of school including their tuition, tools, housing, and meal plan, and have a guaranteed job post-graduation!  If you would like to learn more about this opportunity on October 19, 2026, please use the link below to sign up.
 
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SOPHOMORES and JUNIORS- PSAT/NMSQT

SOPHOMORES and JUNIORS:  East will be offering the PSAT/NMSQT on October 20, 2026.  Students will bus to the district administration building to take the assessment.  This test is practice for sophomores.  For juniors, this is the first step in seeing if you qualify for becoming a National Merit Scholar.  Use the link below for more information.


Junior fee for testing is $14.76 and Sophomore fee for testing is $16.38
 

Eastern Wyoming College Tech Day

On November 4, 2026, East High School will be taking student to attend Eastern Wyoming College Tech Day.  Please complete BOTH links below if you are interested in attending.

 

LCCC

LCCC will be here on December 2nd and 3rd to meet with juniors and seniors interested in taking a dual enrollment class in the spring.  Use the link below if you would like to visit with a LCCC Success Coach on one of the above days.
 

Purple Star T-Birds

Quote Of The week:

"In matters of style, swim with the current.  In matters of principle, stand like a rock."  - Thomas Jefferson 3rd U.S. President