Category: High School News

Eastern High School Announcements

Monday, October 13, 2025

*Winter will be here before you know it, and many children will find it a challenge to keep warm. Key Club is collecting new or gently used coats to help these kids in need.  Totes are located in the high school and middle school offices. All donations will go towards Coats for Kids.

*The 2025 Variety Show Auditions will take place on Tuesday, October 28 in the Choir Room. All High School students are encouraged to find an interesting, creative, fun act for the show. Acts wanting to audition need to sign up for an audition time in the choir hallway.

*Attention 6th grade boys! Open gyms for the 6th grade basketball team will be held on Tuesday and Thursday from 6-7. You must have a physical on file and be in good academic standing. There will be a parent call out meeting on October 14 at 5:45PM. Tryouts will be on October 27 & 28. If you are interested in learning more, stop by the middle school office for a flyer.

*Are you interested in performing and dancing on a professional stage?  Winter Guard is the answer for you.  On Oct. 28th @ 6:00 in the band room we will be holding our call out meeting.  Here all information will be given in regards to the season.  We hope to see you there!

*Drama Club will be hosting a fundraiser at Canes Tuesday October 14th from 4-9pm. Come and enjoy some delicious chicken for a great cause! Mention the fundraiser for proceeds to go towards it.

*7th grade boys interested in playing basketball- there will be open gyms on Monday and Wednesday this week in the field house from 3:30-4:45.  All boys must have a physical on file to participate.   Please see Mrs. Slee if you have any questions!

*The library is hosting a scary story challenge.  The trick is that you can only use two sentences to tell your story.  Turn them into the library by Oct 15.  The winner gets a prize.

*Any Junior girl interested in Hoosier Girls State please check your school email for details and sign up in the HS Guidance Office by Wednesday, October 15.

*Wednesday, October 15th is Unity Day! All high school and middle school students, teachers, and staff are encouraged to wear blue to show Eastern’s unified stance against bullying. About 1 in 5 students will report bullying at some point in their lives, but when we stand together, we can make a difference. Show your support for all students by wearing blue on Wednesday.

*Congratulations to the High School Boys’ Cross Country team on a fine Conference meet on Saturday. The Comets finished in 4th place and were led by Jakob Bertoline in 17th place. Jakob earned All-Conference honorable mention. Samuel Thomas, Chase Roseberry, Alex Leopard, Kolten Melton and Logan Hober all ran personal best times.
The Eastern girls’ team was incomplete but Emme Alexander and Kaia Roemer both turned in personal best times. The Comets will run at the Logansport Sectional meet on Saturday.

*Varsity VB beat Delphi 25-12, 25-8; Sheridan 25-18, 27-25; Rossville 25-21, 20-25, 15-8 to win the HHC Tournament!
Josie Odle had a huge day with 39 kills, 7 blocks, 25 assists and 12 digs. Kenzie Appleton added 27 kills, 15 serve receptions and 14 digs. Kyah Hembree had 23 kills, 16 serve receptions and 23 digs. Savannah Smith had 49 assists, 19 pts including 5 aces. Lauren Hendricks had 33 serve receptions, 11 digs and 26 pts.

*We will have a homeroom day on Wednesday the 15^th. All students will report to their homeroom. Career center students, please plan accordingly.

  Eastern High School Announcements

  Friday, October 10, 2025

*Winter will be here before you know it, and many children will find it a challenge to keep warm. Key Club is collecting new or gently used coats to help these kids in need.  Totes are located in the high school and middle school offices. All donations will go towards Coats for Kids.

*The 2025 Variety Show Auditions will take place on Tuesday, October 28 in the Choir Room. All High School students are encouraged to find an interesting, creative, fun act for the show. Acts wanting to audition need to sign up for an audition time in the choir hallway.

*Attention 6th grade boys! Open gyms for the 6th grade basketball team will be held on Tuesday and Thursday from 6-7. You must have a physical on file and be in good academic standing. There will be a parent call out meeting on October 14 at 5:45PM. Tryouts will be on October 27 & 28. If you are interested in learning more, stop by the middle school office for a flyer.

*If you did not receive your report card on Wednesday afternoon, please see Mrs. Koziel in the Guidance Office.

*Are you interested in performing and dancing on a professional stage?  Winter Guard is the answer for you.  On Oct. 28th @ 6:00 in the band room we will be holding our call out meeting.  Here all information will be given in regards to the season.  We hope to see you there!

*Drama Club will be hosting a fundraiser at Canes Tuesday October 14th from 4-9pm. Come and enjoy some delicious chicken for a great cause! Mention the fundraiser for proceeds to go towards it.

*7th grade boys interested in playing basketball- there will be open gyms on Monday and Wednesday next week in the field house from 3:30-4:45.  All boys must have a physical on file to participate.   Please see Mrs. Slee if you have any questions!

*The library is hosting a scary story challenge.  The trick is that you can only use two sentences to tell your story.  Turn them into the library by Oct 15.  The winner gets a prize.

*Any Junior girl interested in Hoosier Girls State please check your school email for details and sign up in the HS Guidance Office by Wednesday, October 15.

*Wednesday, October 15th is Unity Day! All high school and middle school students, teachers, and staff are encouraged to wear blue to show Eastern’s unified stance against bullying. About 1 in 5 students will report bullying at some point in their lives, but when we stand together, we can make a difference. Show your support for all students by wearing blue on Wednesday.

*Varsity Volleyball beat Carroll last night.
Mackenzie Appleton led the offense with 21 kills, 8 pts and 3 aces. Savannah Smith had another good night from the service line with 18 pts, 5 aces and 21 assists. Josie Odle had 11 kills and 12 assists. Kyah Hembree added 6 kills. Lauren Hendricks had 11 serve receptions and 9 digs. Rainnah Smith had 8 digs. Emelia Flook had 5 digs. Good win tonight. We got contributions from all the girls.

Eastern High School Announcements

 Thursday, October 9, 2025

*Winter will be here before you know it, and many children will find it a challenge to keep warm. Key Club is collecting new or gently used coats to help these kids in need.  Totes are located in the high school and middle school offices. All donations will go towards Coats for Kids.

*The 2025 Variety Show Auditions will take place on Tuesday, October 28 in the Choir Room. All High School students are encouraged to find an interesting, creative, fun act for the show. Acts wanting to audition need to sign up for an audition time in the choir hallway.

*Attention Juniors and Seniors  –  A representative from Indiana University Kokomo will be at Eastern on Monday, October 13 at 11:20.   If you would like to learn more about IUK please sign up with Mrs. Koziel in the Guidance Office by Friday, October 11.

*Middle School Student Council will be meeting today in Ms. Warnock’s room from 3:15-4:00 to discuss the upcoming dance and Veterans Day.

*Attention 6th grade boys! Open gyms for the 6th grade basketball team will be held on Tuesday and Thursday from 6-7. You must have a physical on file and be in good academic standing. There will be a parent call out meeting on October 14 at 5:45PM. Tryouts will be on October 27 & 28. If you are interested in learning more, stop by the middle school office for a flyer.

 

*Are you interested in performing and dancing on a professional stage?  Winter Guard is the answer for you.  On Oct. 28th @ 6:00 in the band room we will be holding our call out meeting.  Here all information will be given in regards to the season.  We hope to see you there!

*Drama Club will be hosting a fundraiser at Canes Tuesday October 14th from 4-9pm. Come and enjoy some delicious chicken for a great cause! Mention the fundraiser for proceeds to go towards it.

*If you did not receive your report card on Wednesday afternoon, please see Mrs. Koziel in the Guidance Office.

*The Eastern Girls Soccer Team beat Elwood 6-0 yesterday in the first round of Sectionals.  Jenna Shidler scored 2 goals with Julia Salkie, Reagan Princell, Gianna Beechy, and Maeli Petty each scoring a goal to secure the win.    Goalkeeper Brooke Robinson added to her shutout tally as the defense shut down the Elwood attack by only allowing 4 shots on goal.  Cheer on your Girls Soccer Team as they face Taylor tonight in the second round of the IHSAA Girls Soccer Sectional.  “Let’s go Lady Comets!!

*Eastern VB beat Northwestern. Savannah Smith had a solid night with 21 assists, 14 pts, 4 aces and 6 digs. Josie Odle had 14 kills and 10 assists. Kyah Hembree had 12 kills. Kenzie Appleton had 9 kills, 17 pts and 3 aces. Lauren Hendricks had 16 serve receptions and 11 digs.

*7th grade boys interested in playing basketball- there will be open gyms on Monday and Wednesday next week in the field house from 3:30-4:45.  All boys must have a physical on file to participate.   Please see Mrs. Slee if you have any questions!

*The library is hosting a scary story challenge.  The trick is that you can only use two sentences to tell your story.  Turn them into the library by Oct 15.  The winner gets a prize.

*Wednesday, October 15th is Unity Day! All high school and middle school students, teachers, and staff are encouraged to wear blue to show Eastern’s unified stance against bullying. About 1 in 5 students will report bullying at some point in their lives, but when we stand together, we can make a difference. Show your support for all students by wearing blue on Wednesday.

    Eastern High School Announcements

     Wednesday, October 8, 2025

*Winter will be here before you know it, and many children will find it a challenge to keep warm. Key Club is collecting new or gently used coats to help these kids in need.  Totes are located in the high school and middle school offices. All donations will go towards Coats for Kids.

*The 2025 Variety Show Auditions will take place on Tuesday, October 28 in the Choir Room. All High School students are encouraged to find an interesting, creative, fun act for the show. Acts wanting to audition need to sign up for an audition time in the choir hallway.

*Attention Juniors and Seniors  –  A representative from Indiana University Kokomo will be at Eastern on Monday, October 13 at 11:20.   If you would like to learn more about IUK please sign up with Mrs. Koziel in the Guidance Office by Friday, October 11.

*Middle School Student Council will be meeting tomorrow, after school, in Ms. Warnock’s room from 3:15-4:00.

*Attention 6th grade boys! Open gyms for the 6th grade basketball team will be held on Tuesday and Thursday from 6-7. You must have a physical on file and be in good academic standing. There will be a parent call out meeting on October 14 at 5:45PM. Tryouts will be on October 27 & 28. If you are interested in learning more, stop by the middle school office for a flyer.

 

*Are you interested in performing and dancing on a professional stage?  Winter Guard is the answer for you.  On Oct. 28th @ 6:00 in the band room we will be holding our call out meeting.  Here all information will be given in regards to the season.  We hope to see you there!

*Drama Club will be hosting a fundraiser at Canes Tuesday October 14th from 4-9pm. Come and enjoy some delicious chicken for a great cause! Mention the fundraiser for proceeds to go towards it.

Eastern High School Announcements

Tuesday, October 7, 2025

*Winter will be here before you know it, and many children will find it a challenge to keep warm. Key Club is collecting new or gently used coats to help these kids in need.  Totes are located in the high school and middle school offices. All donations will go towards Coats for Kids.

*SADD Club Meeting will be today 3:30-4pm in the cafeteria.

*The 2025 Variety Show Auditions will take place on Tuesday, October 28 in the Choir Room. All High School students are encouraged to find an interesting, creative, fun act for the show. Acts wanting to audition need to sign up for an audition time in the choir hallway.

*Attention Juniors and Seniors  –  A representative from Indiana University Kokomo will be at Eastern on Monday, October 13 at 11:20.   If you would like to learn more about IUK please sign up with Mrs. Koziel in the Guidance Office by Friday, October 11.

*Attention 6th grade boys! Open gyms for the 6th grade basketball team will be held on Tuesday and Thursday from 6-7, starting today. You must have a physical on file and be in good academic standing. There will be a parent call out meeting on October 14 at 5:45PM. Tryouts will be on October 27 & 28.If you are interested in learning more, stop by the middle school office for a flyer.

 

*Varsity volleyball beat Elwood 25-14, 25-16, 25-10.
Kenzie Appleton led with 17 kills. Kyah Hembree added 10 kills. Josie Odle had 7 kills, 20 assists and 11 pts. Gracie Petty had a solid night with 4 kills, 10 pts including 5 aces. Savannah Smith had 13 assists. Lauren Hendricks had 11 serve receptions and 15 digs.

*Attention 6th grade girls’ basketball.  Practice today has been moved to the elementary gym at 3:30.

*”Are you interested in performing and dancing on a professional stage?  Winter Guard is the answer for you.  On Oct. 28th @ 6:00 in the band room we will be holding our call out meeting.  Here all information will be given in regards to the season.  We hope to see you there!”

  Eastern High School Announcements

  Monday, October 6, 2025

*Winter will be here before you know it, and many children will find it a challenge to keep warm. Key Club is collecting new or gently used coats to help these kids in need.  Totes are located in the high school and middle school offices. All donations will go towards Coats for Kids.

*SADD Club Meeting Tuesday, October 7th 3:30-4pm in the cafeteria.

*The 2025 Variety Show Auditions will take place on Tuesday, October 28 in the Choir Room. All High School students are encouraged to find an interesting, creative, fun act for the show. Acts wanting to audition need to sign up for an audition time in the choir hallway.

*Attention Juniors and Seniors  –  A representative from Indiana University Kokomo will be at Eastern on Monday, October 13 at 11:20.   If you would like to learn more about IUK please sign up with Mrs. Koziel in the Guidance Office by Friday, October 11.

*The 7th grade volleyball team is the Howard County Champion! They defeated Northwestern on Thursday followed by Kokomo, then Western on Saturday morning. This team has played amazing all season, and they continue to impress me with their growth on the court. Their final game is Tuesday at home against Madison-Grant.

*The 8th grade volleyball team competed at the Howard County Tournament on Saturday after winning against Northwestern last Thursday. The first game on Saturday morning against Kokomo, Eastern beat in two sets. They then competed in the championship game and won a VERY close game in 3 sets. Congratulations on being Howard County Champions!

 

*Don’t forget Spell Bowl Practice is tomorrow at 7:35 in Mr. Rife’s room. See you there!

 

*Attention 6th grade boys! Open gyms for the 6th grade basketball team will be held on Tuesday and Thursday from 6-7, starting tomorrow. You must have a physical on file and be in good academic standing. There will be a parent call out meeting on October 14 at 5:45PM. Tryouts will be on October 27 & 28.If you are interested in learning more, stop by the middle school office for a flyer. 

 

Eastern High School Announcements

Friday, October 3, 2025

*Winter will be here before you know it, and many children will find it a challenge to keep warm. Key Club is collecting new or gently used coats to help these kids in need.  Totes are located in the high school and middle school offices. All donations will go towards Coats for Kids.

*SADD Club Meeting Tuesday, October 7th 3:30-4pm in the cafeteria.

*The 2025 Variety Show Auditions will take place on Tuesday, October 28 in the Choir Room. All High School students are encouraged to find an interesting, creative, fun act for the show. Acts wanting to audition need to sign up for an audition time in the choir hallway.

*Attention Juniors and Seniors  –  A representative from Indiana University Kokomo will be at Eastern on Monday, Octboer 13 at 11:20.   If you would like to learn more about IUK please sign up with Mrs. Koziel in the Guidance Office by Friday, October 11.

  Eastern High School Announcements

  Thursday, October 2, 2025

*Winter will be here before you know it, and many children will find it a challenge to keep warm. Key Club is collecting new or gently used coats to help these kids in need.  Totes are located in the high school and middle school offices. All donations will go towards Coats for Kids.

*Middle School FCS will meet today in Ms. Carpenter’s room after school.

*SADD Club Meeting Tuesday, October 7th 3:30-4pm in the cafeteria.

*The 2025 Variety Show Auditions will take place on Tuesday, October 28 in the Choir Room. All High School students are encouraged to find an interesting, creative, fun act for the show. Acts wanting to audition need to sign up for an audition time in the choir hallway.

*High school softball practice will be in the multi-purpose room after school.

*ATTN:  SENIORS

TURN IN YOUR CAP/GOWN AND GRADUATION PRODUCTS ORDER FORMS AND DEPOSITS TO HERFF JONES ON FRIDAY, OCT. 3 DURING THE LUNCH PERIODS IN THE CAFETERIA.  EXTRA CAP AND GOWN INFORMATION PACKETS ARE IN THE MAIN OFFICE. YOU CAN ALSO ORDER ONLINE AT HIGHSCHOOL.HERFFJONES.COM.

*Eastern battled #26 State ranked Kokomo last night in sectional play but came up shy 4-1. Eastern’s sole winners were at the #2 doubles spot.  Grant Farkas and Blake Day wrapped up their undefeated season with an exclamation point by beating a tough Kokomo team on their home courts!

I Really want to give props to our seniors JT Atherton, Ethan Budde, Blake Farkas, Grant Farkas, and Evan Lapp.  These guys did an exceptional job of leading one of the top teams in Eastern High School’s history and they represented our school as student athletes to the finest. The Comets finished 17-4 with the second most wins in school history.  They also three-peated as conference champs.  Our seniors will be greatly missed, and we thank everyone that came out to support us this season.  Go Comets!!!

*There will be no Heroes Club after school today.

Eastern High School Announcements

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

*Visit the library community room during open hours from September 29 to October 3 and shop at the Scholastic Book Fair!

*In honor of Hobbit Day and their love for a second breakfast, the library is hosting a food drive.  Help stock the Hobbit Pantry by donating non-perishable food items by October 29.  Help support the library and your community.  No one should go without a meal.

*We’ve got the ducks; you bring the creativity!  Register in the library to reserve your duck.  We’ll be having a contest for the favorite on Tuesday, October 7 after school.  Decorate your duck with a variety of art supplies and show off your favorite fandom!

*Winter will be here before you know it, and many children will find it a challenge to keep warm. Key Club is collecting new or gently used coats to help these kids in need.  Totes are located in the high school and middle school offices. All donations will go towards Coats for Kids.

*There will be a call out meeting for high school boys and girls who are interested in swimming and/or diving today, after school on the pool deck.  If you have any questions, you can contact Coach Sarah.

*Today, right after school, Drama will be having their first tech call out in room 119. If you want to participate with tech or have given a form to Mrs. Lei, please attend this meeting. We will be dividing roles for tech! If you cannot make it, please contact Mrs. Lei by Wednesday.

*Middle School FCS will meet this Thursday in Ms. Carpenter’s room after school.

*SADD Club Meeting Tuesday, October 7th 3:30-4pm in the cafeteria.

*Seniors- a representative from Herff Jones will be here Friday during lunch to get your cap and gown orders.

*Homework help will be in the cafeteria today after school.

*The 2025 Variety Show Auditions will take place on Tuesday, October 28 in the Choir Room. All High School students are encouraged to find an interesting, creative, fun act for the show. Acts wanting to audition need to sign up for an audition time in the choir hallway.

*Varsity volleyball beat Clinton Prairie last night. Kenzie Appleton had 17 kills, 10 serve receptions, 17 digs and 9 pts. Josie Odle had 16 kills, 18 assists and 8 digs. Kyah Hembree had 8 kills, 14 serve receptions and 10 digs. Savannah Smith had 17 assists; 8 digs and 10 pts. Lauren Hendricks had 20 serve receptions and 19 digs.

 Eastern High School Announcements

  Tuesday, September 30, 2025

*Visit the library community room during open hours from September 29 to October 3 and shop at the Scholastic Book Fair!

*In honor of Hobbit Day and their love for a second breakfast, the library is hosting a food drive.  Help stock the Hobbit Pantry by donating non-perishable food items by October 29.  Help support the library and your community.  No one should go without a meal.

*We’ve got the ducks; you bring the creativity!  Register in the library to reserve your duck.  We’ll be having a contest for the favorite on Tuesday, October 7 after school.  Decorate your duck with a variety of art supplies and show off your favorite fandom!

*Winter will be here before you know it, and many children will find it a challenge to keep warm. Key Club is collecting new or gently used coats to help these kids in need.  Totes are located in the high school and middle school offices. All donations will go towards Coats for Kids.

*There will be a call out meeting for high school boys and girls who are interested in swimming and/or diving on Wednesday, October 1, after school on the pool deck.  If you have any questions, you can contact Coach Sarah.

*On Wednesday, right after school, Drama will be having their first tech call out in room 119. If you want to participate with tech or have given a form to Mrs. Lei, please attend this meeting. We will be dividing roles for tech! If you cannot make it, please contact Mrs. Lei by Wednesday.

*Middle School FCS will meet this Thursday in Ms. Carpenter’s room after school.

*Varsity volleyball beat Lewis Cass last night. Kenzie Appleton had 16 kills and 9 digs. Josie Odle had 16 kills, 15 assists and 9 digs. Kyah Hembree had 6 kills and 11 pts. Gracie Petty added 3 kills. Savannah Smith had 20 assists. Lauren Hendricks had 13 serve receptions, 7 digs and 11 pts.

*SADD Club Meeting Tuesday, October 7th 3:30-4pm in the cafeteria.

*Middle school cross country practice today is canceled.

*On Monday night the Comets traveled to face Lafayette Harrison in what they knew would be a tough test.   In tennis there is no class system like there is in the other team sports, so facing #29 overall Harrison on the road would be a lofty challenge.  The Comets didn’t let it phase them and took it to the host Raiders.  Striking in straight set victories was Silas Flanary at #1 singles, Tristan Armogum at #2 singles and Max Atherton at #3 singles. The doubles would be tested!  The Harrison #1 duo is likely to be All State after season, and their senior leader was a member of the 2022 state runner up team as a freshman.  JT Atherton and Blake Farkas challenged them to a very tight first set but ran out of gas in the second set. The #2 doubles team of Blake Day and Grant Farkas were taken the distance in a 3 set thriller.  The boys were able to come out on top to remain undefeated on the season. The JV was also victorious on the night winning 4-2.  The Varsity moved to 17-3 on the season and this moved them into the #2 spot for all time number of wins.   The JV concluded their season 20-1.   The Varsity is back in action next when facing #26 Kokomo in sectional on Wednesday at 4pm.   Would love to see some Comet supporters if you are able!  Go Comets!

*Seniors- a representative from Herff Jones will be here Friday during lunch to get your cap and gown ordered.

*Middle school homework help will meet in the cafeteria after school today.