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May 22, 2025

North Side Primary 2nd Grade Students Hosting Lemonade Stand

North Side Primary will be hosting a Lemonade Stand to help its students become young entrepreneurs. Second grade students will be hosting the lemonade stand on May 27-29 on the school playground – rain or shine! Pink and yellow lemonade will be available as well as popcorn. Sugar-free lemonade will be available upon request. Stop by to see the how the student’s positive attitudes, work ethic, cooperation skills, leadership abilities, adaptability, and creative thinking have grown at North Side Primary. Students from Mrs. Byers, Mrs. Bowman, and Mrs. Brochinsky classes will kick things off and host the stand on Tuesday,…

May 19, 2025

PHOTOS: Ellwood City Elementary Students Host Pizza Day

120 Sixth-grade students participated in a pizza project that culminated last week as they ventured to local pizzerias Vinny’s Restaurant and Johnny’s Pizza Shop. Elementary Computer Teacher Matt Skoczylas and School Counselor Christina Mendillo organized the project. Skoczylas had completed a pizza project unit with Ellwood City 6th graders before but, according to Mendillo, wanted to expand the project and turn it into an actual simulation. Students toured the restaurant, made pizzas, and got to learn from the local business owners. Pizza Joes Corporate and Ellwood City’s Pizza Joes also came to the school for an assembly. Mike Nocera, an…

May 19, 2025

Second Grade Students Celebrate Ellwood City Community Days

The spirit of community came alive during Ellwood City Community Days as second grade students from the Ellwood City Area School District took part in an educational and fun-filled day that gave students the opportunity to explore and connect with the people and places that help make Ellwood City a strong community. Throughout the day, students visited key locations around town and engaged with community leaders, learning firsthand about the roles they play in keeping Ellwood City safe, welcoming, and thriving. From public service to local history, the event highlighted the importance of civic engagement and local pride. Second grade…

May 16, 2025

Ellwood Historical Society Awards Scholarships

Four local high school seniors were awarded scholarships by the Ellwood City Area Historical Society on Monday night. DeLanna Fox (Riverside H.S.), Kailyn Hamilton (Lincoln H.S.), Hannah Hyde (Commonwealth Charter Academy), and Sara Schwarz (Lincoln H.S.) each received $1,500 toward their continuing education. Fox and Schwarz won Marlene Painter Scholarships with essays on “Why I Want to be a Teacher.” Hamilton and Hyde were winners of the Robert and Janice Barensfeld Scholarship. Hamilton’s winning essay was titled “Effects of COVID on a Small Town,” and Hyde wrote on “The Closure of the Ellwood City Hospital.” The Robert and Janice Barensfeld…

May 16, 2025

ECASD Board of Directors Vote on Personnel Matters for Summer, 2025-2026 School Year

The Ellwood City Area School District’s Board of Directors approved numerous matters regarding personnel for summer employment and programs and also for the 2025-2026 school year during their May meeting. They accepted the resignation and release agreement of employee #1727 effective April 25, 2025. The board would not release the name of the employee. District Superintendent Wesley Shipley said the district is unable to announce a name. The board also hired a full-time custodian and approved summer cafeteria workers (Stephanie Borroni, Debra Lewis, Jennifer Greco, and Brandi Lippman as a substitute), 2025 Summer Academy K-6 elementary teachers and aides for…

May 12, 2025

NOTICE: Ellwood City Area School Board of Directors Meeting Changes

The Ellwood City Area School Board of Directors following meetings are changed or added as follows:  A Special Voting Meeting for hiring purposes and any other agenda items needing to come before the board will be held on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at Lincoln High School Board Room at 7:00 p.m. The Combined Meeting scheduled for Monday, June 16, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. will now be held on Thursday, June 26, 2025 at North Side Primary School, 501 Orchard Avenue, Ellwood City, PA 16117 in the cafeteria. The Combined Meeting scheduled for Monday, July 14, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. will…

May 7, 2025

Primary Election Series Part 3: Ellwood City Area School District Board of Directors Candidate Q&A

Note: This is part 3 in a 5-part series about the Primary Election. Part 1 provided general information about the election and where to vote. Parts 2 and 3 feature candidate Q&As for Ellwood City Area School District’s Board of Directors. Parts 4 & 5  will feature candidate Q&As for Ellwood City Council and Office of the Mayor.  [VIEW PART 2] The Primary Election will take place on May 20. The candidates running for Ellwood City Area School District’s Board of Directors include: Victoria Kincaid, Claire Fauzey, Robyn Nicklas, Kathy Galbreath, Nick Mancini, Kathy Tillia, and Norm Boots. We caught…

May 6, 2025

Primary Election Series Part 2: Ellwood City Area School District Board of Directors Candidate Q&A

Note: This is part 2 in a 5-part series about the Primary Election. Part 1 provided general information about the election and where to vote. Parts 2 and 3 feature candidate Q&As for Ellwood City Area School District’s Board of Directors. Parts 4 & 5 will feature candidate Q&As for Ellwood City Council and Office of the Mayor.   The Primary Election will take place on May 20. The candidates running for Ellwood City Area School District’s Board of Directors include: Victoria Kincaid, Claire Fauzey, Robyn Nicklas, Kathy Galbreath, Nick Mancini, Kathy Tillia, and Norman Boots. We caught up with the…

April 29, 2025

Lincoln High School Students Inducted Into National Honors Society

The Ellwood City Area School District celebrated the outstanding achievement of 23 students who were formally inducted into the National Honor Society during a special ceremony on Saturday evening. Their dedication to scholarship, leadership, service, and character sets an incredible example for our entire school community. The induction ceremony was held Saturday, April 26th in the Lincoln High School auditorium. The National Honor Society (NHS) is a prestigious high school honor society that recognizes and encourages academic achievement, leadership, character, and service among high school students. It’s a widely recognized and respected organization that can enhance a student’s college application…

April 24, 2025

Ellwood City Community Health Foundation Accepting Scholarship Applications

The Ellwood City Community Health Foundation (ECCHF) will issue scholarships each year to individuals who enroll in higher education to pursue a career in the medical field. The individual needs to be a resident of either Ellwood City, Lawrence County, or Beaver County, Pennsylvania. On April 1st, the Foundation began to accept scholarship applications for scholastic achievement and financial need through June 30, 2025, for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. Each candidate must demonstrate how their career in the medical field will improve, foster, promote, and enhance the quality of life and health for the general public of Ellwood City, Lawrence…