Last week our Eastern Juniors and Seniors attended the Meigs County OMJ and AOMC Student Career Exploration & Job Fair at the Meigs County Fairgrounds. Students were able to explore and discuss career opportunities, talk with employers, and learn about the local job market. Thank you to Ohio Means Jobs and Appalachian Ohio Manufacturing Coalition for hosting this event for our students.










Senior Night for Football, Cheer, Band, Golf, and Cross Country will be next Friday 10/17. Recognition will begin at 5:30pm, so students and their escorts need to arrive by 5:15pm. Each senior will have a table in the archery building to display pictures, signs, guest books, etc. Parents may begin setting up after high school dismissal on Friday 10/17. Please have all Information Forms turned in to the AD no later than Monday 10/13.
The Lady Eagles play in their final home game of the regular season tonight. Come out and support as they take on Trimble. JV at 6:00pm, Varsity will follow.
Go Eagles!

Eastern Local Schools
Informational Levy Meeting
Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Eastern Local Elementary School Cafeteria
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Purpose of the Meeting
Learn the details of the Eastern Local School Renovation levy
Understand how the levy will affect students, staff, and the community
Hear directly from school leadership including superintendent Nick Dettwiller,
Treasurer Nick Rose, and Board members
Ask questions and get clear answers before Election Day
We want to be as clear and transparent as possible, and open with communication. This meeting is an opportunity for families and community members to ask questions and better understand the levy.
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Any and all community members are encouraged to attend.
For questions, please contact the Eastern Local Board Office at 740-667-6079.
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Thank you,
Nick Dettwiller
Superintendent
Eastern Local School District
ndettwiller@easternlocal.net
Informational Levy Meeting
Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Eastern Local Elementary School Cafeteria
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Purpose of the Meeting
Learn the details of the Eastern Local School Renovation levy
Understand how the levy will affect students, staff, and the community
Hear directly from school leadership including superintendent Nick Dettwiller,
Treasurer Nick Rose, and Board members
Ask questions and get clear answers before Election Day
We want to be as clear and transparent as possible, and open with communication. This meeting is an opportunity for families and community members to ask questions and better understand the levy.
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Any and all community members are encouraged to attend.
For questions, please contact the Eastern Local Board Office at 740-667-6079.
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Thank you,
Nick Dettwiller
Superintendent
Eastern Local School District
ndettwiller@easternlocal.net
Picture Day is October 13th for K-6 and October 16th for 7-12 students. Retakes will be November 18th
This is just an update that we did call a squad for a student on campus. That students parents have been notified. Everyone else is fine and the school day will proceed as normal.
Varsity Volleyball has earned a #3 seed in the Southeast District tournament. They will play at home vs. Whiteoak on Tuesday 10/14 at 7:00pm. All tickets must be purchased online at the link below. No TVC or Eastern passes will be accepted and all in attendance must have a ticket.
ohsaa.org/tickets
ohsaa.org/tickets
Athletics schedule for the week of 10/6-11

Game Day!

JH Football beat Federal Hocking tonight at home.
Go Eagles!

JH, JV, and Varsity Volleyball all pick up wins at Belpre tonight
Go Eagles!

See attached Flyer for details on Marietta College Youth Basketball Clinic

Fall Picture Day-October 13th for PreSchool through Sixth Grade
K-6 October Newsletter

There will be a meeting for all 7th grade boys interested in playing basketball this year on Sunday the 5th of October at 4:00. A parent or Guardian needs to attend as well.
If you have questions reach out to Coach Carroll coachcarroll33@gmail.com, or Coach Dettwiller ndettwiller@easternlocal.net
If you have questions reach out to Coach Carroll coachcarroll33@gmail.com, or Coach Dettwiller ndettwiller@easternlocal.net
This is a reminder that Eastern Local students do not have school on Friday October 3rd. This was a prescheduled Professional Development Day for teachers. Staff are still to report.
There are still going to be busses running from Eastern High School to Meigs High School for students who attend vocational training there, as well as a bus running for students from Eastern to Washington State for students in the In-Cert program. Students in these programs need to report to the High School by 7:40.
There are still going to be busses running from Eastern High School to Meigs High School for students who attend vocational training there, as well as a bus running for students from Eastern to Washington State for students in the In-Cert program. Students in these programs need to report to the High School by 7:40.
See the attached flyers for opportunities for students through the Appalachian Children's Coalition.


Chix For A Cure Game Day!

Eastern Youth Basketball League
Open to All Students K–6 (Any School Welcome!)
🏀 Format: 3-on-3 Games at Eastern Local
✔ More playing time
✔ More fundamentals
✔ More shots
✔ Faster transitions
📌 Details:
Practices start in November, Games are Saturdays in December through January
Teams split based on ability levels
Practices held at Eastern Local
Students may also participate in travel leagues at other locations, and play in this league
💲 Cost:
$30 per student
$50 per family (if more than one student)
📝 How to Sign Up:
Online through the attached link
In person at the upcoming Eastern Varsity Boys & Girls Camp (details to come)
📧 Questions?
Send sign-up forms or questions to:
Chris Carroll: coachcarroll33@gmail.com
Nick Dettwiller: nickdettwiller@gmail.com
Or use the sign-up link provided.
https://forms.gle/Mm64JPmaKwC2UUMTA
Open to All Students K–6 (Any School Welcome!)
🏀 Format: 3-on-3 Games at Eastern Local
✔ More playing time
✔ More fundamentals
✔ More shots
✔ Faster transitions
📌 Details:
Practices start in November, Games are Saturdays in December through January
Teams split based on ability levels
Practices held at Eastern Local
Students may also participate in travel leagues at other locations, and play in this league
💲 Cost:
$30 per student
$50 per family (if more than one student)
📝 How to Sign Up:
Online through the attached link
In person at the upcoming Eastern Varsity Boys & Girls Camp (details to come)
📧 Questions?
Send sign-up forms or questions to:
Chris Carroll: coachcarroll33@gmail.com
Nick Dettwiller: nickdettwiller@gmail.com
Or use the sign-up link provided.
https://forms.gle/Mm64JPmaKwC2UUMTA

The Eastern High School Student Council and the American Red Cross will be sponsoring a blood drive on Wednesday, October 1st from 8:00 to 1:30 in the high school gymnasium. All donors will receive free ice cream from the Student Council and a $10 Amazon gift card via email from the Red Cross for donating! Any senior who donates or recruits someone to donate in their name will be entered to win a scholarship from the American Red Cross. Again, there will be a blood drive on Wednesday, October 1st from 8:00 to 1:30 in the high school gymnasium. Thank you and we hope to see you there!
