October 30, 2026

EAST HAPPENINGS

TowerTV

Check out the latest episode of our student created TV show, TowerTV.

In this episode:

• Cristian and Kyle anchor the episode.
• Get a sneak preview of Raza United’s upcoming Día de Los Muertos with Clara and Luis.
• Riley brings us the scoop on a new club, the Trinket Club. 
• We get the inside story on Child Development teacher Nancy Stillwell’s past life with Sully and Julia.
• Ja’Mir and Lyna bring us a special competition: some of East’s English teachers vs. Artificial Intelligence.
• We learn about the tradition of the letter jacket with Lily and Rachel.
• Connor and Oliver share a funny and necessary PSA on How to Walk in the Hall correctly. Some Purgolders desperately need reminders! 
• EJ asks students around East if they think high school students are too old to Trick-or-Treat in this “person-on-the-street” interview series.
• And Kyle and Cristian round out the show with the announcements. 

East Students Honored By MMSD Board Of Education

At this week's Board of Education meeting, MMSD's October People, Purpose and Pride Award recipients, including two East students, were honored for their outstanding dedication, leadership and impact across our schools.

Noel Jordan, East 9th grader, was recognized for her academic dedication, perseverance and positive impact on her school community.

Aby Sarr, East 12th grader, was recognized for her leadership, resilience and service across athletics and student organizations.

Congratulations to these award recipients for showing our community What It Means To Be A Purgolder!

Youth Business Mentoring Program Application Deadline: October 30th

Common Wealth Development’s Youth Business Mentoring Program is coming to East High School. Students will participate in a 2-week paid training and get a job placement after completing the program. Applications are due Friday, October 30th.

College, Career and Community Readiness Newsletter

Check out this week's College, Career and Community Readiness (3CR) Newsletter for key updates on college rep visits, scholarship deadlines, financial aid guidance, and upcoming career exploration events.

Purgolder Shoutouts

Check out the latest shoutouts, highlighting our our students and staff who embody What It Means To Be A Purgolder.

COMING UP

Booster Club Updates

Dining Out Event at QDOBA - Wednesday, November 4th

Get dinner at QDOBA next Wednesday from 4-8pm and they'll donate 25% of sales to the Boosters! Show the flyer in-store, or use code QDOBAGIVES if you're ordering online. More burritos = more impact! Can't make it? Check out other upcoming dates here. 

Last call for Silent Auction items!

It's not too late to contribute to the silent auction! We're putting the finishing touches on the auction catalog and welcome any additional last-minute items before the auction opens on Friday, November 13th. Donate items here!

Support East Performers: Volunteer for Winter Arts Events!

The Winter Arts season is here, and the Boosters need your help! We’re bringing back the fan-favorite Just Coffee bags alongside our classic merch table. Merch sales happen before the show and after the curtain falls, leaving you free to enjoy the entire performance. It's a perfect way to help the Boosters and catch a fantastic show all in one night. Sign up here!

Parent/Teacher Conferences November 5th and 6th

Parent Teacher Conference sign-up will begin on Friday, October 30th at 4pm.

Conferences will take place virtually and in person on Thursday, November 5th from 4-8pm and Friday, November 6th from 8am-4pm. There is no school for students on Friday, November 6th.

Raza United Hosts 10th Annual Día De Los Muertos Event

Join us for our annual Día de los Muertos event on Saturday, November 7th! Performances will take place at 1:00pm and 5:00pm in East's Margaret Williams Theater. A food and craft sale will also take place in the cafeteria beginning at 12:00pm. All proceeds from the event benefit East's student group, Raza United, and performance group Ballet Folklórico.

NO SCHOOL - Friday, November 6th & Monday, November 9th

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