Superintendent

Dear Ephrata School District Families:

Today, the Washington State Department of Health released guidance for schools regarding the end of statewide indoor mask requirements. In keeping with our promise to update you as our guidance changes, here are the items you need to know as we enter this new phase:

Thanks to the generosity of our amazing Ephrata families and community, the Ephrata School District is pleased to announce that all athletic programs at the Middle School and High School, except for Unified Basketball, will resume this afternoon. Unified Basketball will return to practice tomorrow. Coaches and schools will be communicating directly with athletes and families to ensure each individual understands today’s practice schedule.
 

Our school district has learned that the state of Washington is experiencing supply chain issues impacting distribution of the COVID tests needed to keep our athletic programs running. It is with a heavy heart that we must announce the immediate pause of all athletics below the high school varsity level due to this testing shortage. We are working very hard to ensure varsity sports with postseason opportunities have every chance to play in their competitions. 

The Ephrata School District is working to develop plans to transition to remote learning should the need arise from the continued spread of COVID-19. We ARE NOT moving to on-line learning at this time. 

Grant County is experiencing a significant rise in the number of COVID-19 cases. Keeping our schools open for in-person instruction remains a top priority. It is important that we all do our part to keep our school communities healthy. Please take note of the following new guidance: