Welcome to East Union
Our Mission: The East Union Community School District provides a challenging curriculum within a safe environment where students achieve their maximum academic and social potential in order to pursue a fulfilling life in a global society.
New East Union PreK-5 Elementary School, Practice Gym & Vocational Agriculture Classroom
Photos from our new facilities are showing on this homepage. On December 19, a reception was held for community members who served on one of these groups--"Invest in Our Kids", the 2009-11 Board of Education, or the Facilities Committee-- thanking them for their involvement in ensuring this project was a successful one. These community members previewed the new facilities.
On Tuesday, January 3, our new school officially opened for students. Our PreK-5 children had the fun opportunity just prior to the holiday break to see their classrooms and learn their way around the new school.
We invited the public to attend an Open House on Thursday, January 12 from 5:30-7:30 PM. We had our new Elementary School, Practice Gym and Vocational Agriculture classroom open to visit, as well as a free will donation chili supper sponsored by the Elementary PTO and the Junior Class, along with a home wrestling meet and basketball games. We had a wonderful turnout for these events and we were very pleased to have so many parents and community members see firsthand the new and beautiful facilities built for our students. Thank you for your attendance and we hope that you will return and visit our school again very soon!
Read and enjoy the January edition of Highlights
Watch the latest East Union CSD Board Meeting... January 2012
Technology Update
The East Union School District has expanded the 1:1 Computer initiative to 8th Graders. The Boot Camp, for parents and students to attend in order to receive the computers, was held on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at 5:00pm. Students in grades 9-12 received their computers in August. We are proud of the fact that this has been a successful endeavor and has allowed more students to have access to technology.
Congratulations to all of our PBIS November 2011 Students of the Month!
We are proud of these grade K-5 students for their fine citizenship and good character! They are: Braeton Rinner (Grade K), Haydn Walters (Grade K), Elizabeth Hadley (Grade 1), Bryson Raney (Grade 1), Steven Fry (Grade 2), Ryleigh Kelley (Grade 2), Stephanie Post (Grade 3), Alexandra Brady (Grade 3), Beth McKnight (Grade 4), Jasmine Williams (Grade 4), Kimberly Hagen (Grade 5), Brody Grandfield, (Grade 5). Read more HERE about our fine Elementary representatives.
The East Union Alumni Association needs your help!
We are fundraising money for additional trophy cases to be put in the hallway of the new practice gym. East Union's current trophy case is full and over crowded. Additional trophy cases would spread out the trophies so they can be viewed better and there would be more room for new trophies that our students earn. If you would like to help by donating, please send donations with the bottom portion of this paper back to school with your child or you can mail the donations to the East Union Alumni Association, PO Box 15, Afton IA 50830. (Please indicate "trophy case project" in the memo) Please contact Roxanne Walter at roxwalter@iowatelecom.net for more information. We are very proud of our trophies that have been earned in the past and look forward to seeing more trophies in the future!
Wall of Fame and Military Service Recognition- East Union Accepting Nominations
Throughout the year, East Union Community School accepts nominations of candidates for these two alumni recognition areas. Recipients of each are selected from nominations submitted by the public.
Wall of Fame nominations can be accessed here or by using the right side of this page. Go to Alumni and then the Wall of Fame link.
To access Military Service Recognition nomination forms, click here.
Selections for 2012 will be from nominations received by February 15, 2012. Recipients will be announced during the East Union Commencement program in May 2012.
Full Story
"Iowa, Did You Know?" shows that Iowa schools are struggling to keep up in today's dynamic new global environment and emphasizes that we must find ways to ensure our students' success. Click here to see the video.
Education Communication
We have created a web-space to provide our school and the public with a place to talk and share ideas. You can link to information on the right side of this page, by clicking on "Our Blog". The blogs are updated periodically- so check back from time to time to read more news. We have recently added more information about our construction project.
Also, all of our monthly district newsletters that are mailed to every boxholder in the East Union district are posted on the website. You can view all of our newsletters and read more about the district in this way, as well.
ASPIRE Calendar and News: Click here to learn about the fun learning actitivies. Please call if you would like for your student to be a part of our Before or After School Program.
Would You Like to Volunteer?
East Union is committed to providing the best education possible for our students. One of the ways we can do this comes through the services that volunteers give to our school. If you or someone you know wants to be of service to the school, please let us know. We can use parents, grandparents, friends, and neighbors in many and various capacities. We ask that anyone interested in volunteering complete the Volunteer Form and return it to the school. We will be in contact with you to set up assignments and times, once school begins. Thank you for your interest. We look forward to working with you.
Eagle Eye View: Eagle TIES Family Resource Center
Tammy Ross, School and Community Resource Coordinator
Tonya Thatcher, Asst. Resource Coordinator 641-347-8777
We have a commitment to the success of East Union children and their families. We are here to help, when you need it. Some services available to East Union patrons free of charge: -Food Pantry -Parenting Resources -Computer, Fax & Copy Machine Use -Internet Access -Family Assistance Programs -Agency Information -Help with Basic Needs -Family Support Also provided (with income-based tuition): -ASPIRE Before & After School Program -Tutoring & Homework Assistance (Kdg.-5th grade students) (M.S/H.S. students) If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, call 641-347-8777 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. or 641-347-5411 from 6:30-8 a.m. or 3-6:00 p.m. PLEASE help us- if you recognize a need in the district, please share your concerns with us. Volunteers and donations are always welcome. For more information, click here
East Union Student Learning Goals
Students at East Union will
Individually or cooperatively create technological, intellectual, artistic, and physical products that reflect high standards and originality.
Use information and resources to anticipate, assess and resolve problems and challenges of a changing society.
Be self-motivated and involved in learning experiences in order to meet new challenges with confidence and improve their quality of life in today’s society and the world of tomorrow.
Demonstrate the qualities of volunteerism, trustworthiness, respect, responsiblity, fairness and caring, by treating others fairly, justly, and impartially, regardless of differences.
Something new that has just been added to our websites is a shop for you to obtain East Union Spirit gear! The best part is that the East Union Athletic department will earn a percentage of the online sales and it can be delivered right to your door! What a great time to add this opportunity. Click on this link to access the Eagle Spirit Shop or go to the Middle/High School page.
Thank you for visiting our website. We are adding new information daily and will continually be updating, in order for students, parents, and community to be kept apprised.
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"Investing in our future, investing in our kids!"
Students, parents, employees and others doing business with or performing services for the East Union Community School District are hereby notified that this school district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age (except students), religion, national origin, creed, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability in admission or access to, or treatment in, its programs and activities.
The school district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age (except students), religion, national origin, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability in admission or access to, or treatment in, its hiring and employment practices. Any person having inquiries concerning the school district's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), § 504 or Iowa Code § 280.3 is directed to contact: Superintendent, 1916 High School Drive Afton, IA 50830 (641-347-5215) who has been designated by the school district to coordinate the school district's efforts to comply with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, the ADA, § 504 and Iowa Code § 280.3 (2007).
