East Union Community Schools

Reminder: There will be school this coming Monday, 11/24. School will be closed 11/26-28 for Thanksgiving Break. Classes will resume on MONDAY 12/1.

PBIS News from East Union Elementary Guidance Counselor Mr. Thad Tussey:

October Review:
We closed out October with an assembly about fire safety and emergency planning, giving students the opportunity to hear from special guests. A big thank you to the law enforcement officers, volunteer firefighters, and first responders for being guest speakers. We also celebrated Red Ribbon Week at the end of October, focusing on healthy choices, creating a long elementary red ribbon paper chain 'linking up against drugs'. In classroom guidance lessons, students spent time learning about bullying awareness and prevention. Our students showed great engagement throughout the month!
November Assembly:
In November, we to celebrated our PBIS Golden Ticket Award winners and recognize classrooms that earned Traveling Trophies from our specials teachers, custodial staff, and kitchen staff. This month’s theme was all about gratitude and thankfulness. our students embraced it by 'be-leaf-ing in gratitude' and creating leaves with what they are thankful for. Each week, classroom teachers led activities that encouraged students to reflect on what they’re grateful for and how they can show appreciation to others.
We are proud of our students and staff for their hard work and positivity.
Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

Come out and help us kick off the High School Basketball season on Friday night, 11/21! The Eagles will be scrimmaging Melcher-Dallas. as part of the Achieve Challenge! We'll be collecting donation items for ASPIRE MORE Holiday season cheer baskets!

East Union Activities now has a Cashless option for tickets at all home sporting events! Now, you can purchase your ticket at the gate with cash or card! You can also purchase your tickets on Bound!

The East Union High School Student Council is hosting their second of three blood drives this year at East Union.

This drive will be held on December 5, 2025 from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm in the Elementary School Gym. They are partnered with the American Red Cross for this event and need your help!

Thank you to those who donated in October, we were able to collect 18 units!

Our new goal is to have 28 units of blood donated, currently we only have 8 donors signed up. If you have ever thought about donating, here is your chance!

You're invited to support our Juniors and Seniors by participating in Penny Wars! A friendly competition among classrooms, with a potential pizza party as a grand prize!

The High School Cross Country Awards Banquet will be Tuesday, 11/18 at 7 PM in the High School Library.

The High School Football and Cheer Awards Banquet will be held Monday, 11/10 at 6:30 pm in the Auditorium.

There will then be a player meeting for all returning HS Football players following the banquet.

The East Union Student Council invites all Veterans and their families to join them on 11/11/2025 at 11:00 am for the Annual Veterans Day Celebration Program.

The East Union Drama Department is bringing you a hilarious, can’t-miss production of “Last Day of School” by Ian McWethy!📚 ✏️

🗓️ Friday, November 7th & Saturday, November 8th, 2025
🕖 7:00 PM
📍East Union Auditorium
💵 $5.00 Admission (no passes accepted due to royalties)

Laugh and cheer as our talented cast takes you through the most unforgettable last day ever! 🚌🎒 🎬🎭
#EUDRAMA #EaglePride

Ever wonder "What can I do to become more financially independent?"
Join us Wed., Nov. 12th, 5:30 pm at the Afton Community Center to learn some basic tips from our friends at Northwest Bank that might really make a difference!!!

Reminder: The Winter Season store closes TODAY at Noon! No late orders will be allowed. You can purchase apparel for basketball, wrestling, cheer, and speech/drama. Please click the tabs at the bottom left of the screen to view each activity's items. Money raised will go to each respective team.
https://stores.inksoft.com/east_union_winter_sports_store/shop/home

🏃‍♂️STATE XC FINISHER ALERT! Congratulations to Junior, Brock Driskill, for an incredible run at the State XC Meet in Ft. Dodge! Brock finished 65th, with an impressive time of 17:47! Your hard work and dedication makes our Eagle Nation proud! Way to go, Brock! 🦅 #EaglePride

Want to go to Fort Dodge and cheer on Brock Driskill at the State Cross Country Meet, but don't have a ride? Don't worry, the Pep Bus is Back!

We'll be offering a Pep Bus for any students grades 7-12 interested in going to support Brock as he competes at State Cross Country on Saturday, 11/1.

Permission slips can be picked up at the HS Front Office. Permissions slips, $1, and proof of ticket (Purchased through Bound) are due by the end of the school day Friday, 10/31!
https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h2025102303384126297b8b9829daf4b/checkout

East Union is looking to fill a coaching position for JH Boys Wrestling. If you're interested, please reach out to Nate at nmccollough@eastunionschools.org or Coach Erlbacher at jearlbacher@eastunionschools.org

East Union is still looking for Officials for JH and JV basketball for this season., due to schedule overlap and a decrease in number of officials in the area.

If you're interested in helping out and officiating lower level basketball, please reach out to Nate at nmccollough@eastunionschools.org.

If interested, here is a link to see how to become certified.

https://www.iahsaa.org/officials/become-one/

EU Sophomore QB Braxdyn Tucker is up for Sporting News' Iowa HS Football Sophomore of the year! He's currently in the lead, but there are only a few more hours left to vote. Voting is unlimited, keep those votes coming in!

https://www.sportingnews.com/us/us-high-school/football/news/vote-iowa-high-school-football-sophomore-year/0f097ad71581b7a9236c3a82?fbclid=IwY2xjawNsXVxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHugLT2fbprg1J_8xoyE__ev-4q7TFh8zg6eGhR1I7noTGPNcOdP59zzqPdY__aem_SylP0wXvtJpHUFTTFY2gMw

Reminder: If your child(ren) are interested in joining the East Union Archery Team, please join them tomorrow night, Monday, October 27th, in the concourse. Registration starts at 6:30 pm with the parent meeting to follow from 7-8 pm. If you have any questions or are unable to make it, please reach out to Coach Zach Mohr or Lindsey Mohr.

East Union (State XC & Winter) Apparel Store Information

State XC store closes TONIGHT at 7 pm. No late orders will be allowed.
https://stores.inksoft.com/east_union_state_cross_country/shop/home

Winter Season store closes on Monday, November 3rd @ Noon. No late orders will be allowed. You can purchase apparel for basketball, wrestling, cheer, and speech/drama. Please be sure to click the tabs in the bottom left of the screen to view each activity's items. Money raised will go to each respective team.
https://stores.inksoft.com/east_union_winter_sports_store/shop/home