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Exeter Educational Internship Spotlight: Kayla Schafer in 2nd Grade with Mrs. Jupina

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Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!

This year, we’re proud to celebrate the next generation of educators by highlighting our students who have been inspired to pursue educational careers thanks to incredible mentors here in Exeter. Through our internship program, these students are now gaining real-world, hands-on experience in the classroom, learning directly in the schools and from the educators who once taught them. One such student is Kayla Schafer, a senior currently interning with Mrs. Dani Jupina, a second grade teacher at Owatin Creek. Kayla plans to attend Elizabethtown College to study Early Elementary Education. Here’s how her teachers inspired her to become one herself:

Who inspired you to want to become a teacher?
My elementary school teachers at Owatin Creek inspired me to become a teacher. They created an environment where learning was fun, and I wanted to return. From first grade with Mrs. Daniels, I developed a love of learning. By second grade, with Mrs. Jupina, I got out of my seat to help my classmates. Mrs. Jupina would always joke that I helped her with a million things! I am so happy to be interning with her now to help with a million more things. Next was third grade with Mrs. Marburger, and I had solidified my role as a classroom helper. Fourth grade with Mr. Hathaway was one of my favorite years of school. Mr. Hathaway was a big inspiration to me as a teacher. He encouraged me to help around the room and gave me extra work to do so I could help out. Later, I volunteered for the Teachers in the Parks (TIPS) program under his advice. Volunteering with the TIPS program reinforced my desire to be a teacher. I am so thankful for all of my teachers who inspired me to follow the path of being a teacher.

Have you always wanted to be a teacher?
Ever since I was a kid, I loved school. My favorite thing was going to school to learn with all my friends. I was always a mini-teacher, getting out of my seat to help the teacher or other kids with their work. I knew then that I wanted to share that love for learning with other kids.

Where are you completing your internship? Who have you been working with?
I am interning at Owatin Creek Elementary with Mrs. Jupina in second grade.

What's your educational internship been like? Has it helped you solidify your decision to become a teacher?
My internship at Owatin has been so much fun! I have such an amazing class, and it’s good to get teaching experience in math, English and science. It’s a great feeling to teach and see that the kids are learning. I know now more than ever that I want to be a teacher!

Is there anything you'd like to say to recognize your teachers as you near graduation?
I would like to thank my teachers for encouraging me to be the student and person I am today. I have been very supported in my goals, and I am grateful for all that my teachers have done for me.

Homecoming 2024 Parade, Bonfire & Football Game Info

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We're excited to see you at this year's Homecoming 2024 events!

Homecoming Parade & Bonfire: Thursday, October 3rd at 6PM

The parade route will begin at the Senior High, head straight on East 37th St., turn left on Reiff Place, left on 40th, and right on Dunham to Reiffton School. The parade will end at the Reiffton School.

The bonfire will immediately follow the conclusion of the parade with the introduction of the Homecoming Court, a DJ and food trucks available for those in attendance to enjoy, including:

  • Pip & Lily's
  • Stampede Barbecue
  • Munchiez
  • One Bite Bakery
  • Mama's Pizza
  • Tropical Sno (aka Larry the Snowcone Guy)

We recommend bringing cash for purchases.

Homecoming Football Game & Homecoming Court Presentation: Friday, October 4th at 7PM

The Homecoming game kicks off at 7PM on Friday when Exeter takes on Muhlenberg in Don Thomas Stadium. Current Eagles, families and our alumni are encouraged to come out for the game, our marching band field show and to see the presentation of our Homecoming Court at halftime.

For more details on Homecoming 2024, please see our website HERE.

Homecoming 2023 Parade, Bonfire & Football Game Info

Parade Map 2023

We're excited to see you at this year's Homecoming 2023 events!

Homecoming Parade & Bonfire: Thursday, September 21st at 6PM

The parade route will begin at the Senior High, head straight on East 37th St., turn left on Reiff Place, left on 40th, and right on Dunham to Reiffton School. The parade will end at the Reiffton School.

The bonfire will immediately follow the conclusion of the parade with a DJ and food trucks available for those in attendance to enjoy. We recommend bringing cash for purchases.

NEW! Homecoming "Tailgate":Friday, September 22nd from 5:45-6:45PM in the circle outside of the high school's main entrance

Yard Games • Selfie Station • Food • Face Tattoos • Giveaways • Spiritwear & More! All are welcome!

Homecoming Football Game & Homecoming Court Presentation: Friday, September 22nd at 7PM

The Homecoming game kicks off at 7PM on Friday when Exeter takes on Lebanon High School in Don Thomas Stadium. Current Eagles, families and our alumni are encouraged to come out for the game, our marching band field show and to see the presentation of our Homecoming Court at halftime.

For more details on Homecoming 2023, please see our website HERE.

Teachers Mary Ryder and Carolyn Woodford Retire

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As we celebrate the close of the 2023 school year, we also celebrate, albeit with some tears, the retirement of two of our long-time teachers: Mrs. Mary Ryder (right) and Mrs. Carolyn Woodford (left). During a both funny and tearful sendoff at the Senior High, Mr. Louis Blair and Mrs. Rebecca Lapic, respectively, paid homage to their colleagues this week. “Mary, the impact you’ve had here–the void–won’t be able to be filled. We’re going to miss you, and we appreciate everything you’ve done for us, for students and for the community,” said Mr. Blair. “Carolyn, we all know the impact that you’ve made on lives because of the work that you did,” said Mrs. Lapic. “It wasn’t just here (in Exeter)--your work reached so far out of this school to other countries,” she said in reference to Mrs. Woodford’s long-time coordination and support of the German-American exchange program, known as GAPP.  

In 2005, Mrs. Ryder was hired to teach Social Studies at the Junior High, eventually moving to the Senior High. Mr. Louis Blair, her colleague at both schools, describes her as a passionate teacher who was deeply valued in his department. “People always listened when she spoke,” he said.   

In 1990, Mrs. Woodford was hired to teach German at the Senior High, eventually also teaching German at the Junior High. “You have given so much energy and compassion to your work,” Mrs. Lapic said in a video send-off that the World Languages department created for her. “Thirty-three years (of teaching) is really a testament to the type of person that you are.”

“Both Mary and Carolyn were truly dedicated to bringing real-world experiences to students,” said Principal Tom Campbell. “Mary deeply loves government and the creation of government, and she worked to create learning experiences for students to see first-hand how government works by meeting with legislators and seeing them in person at work. These experiences both in and outside of her classroom allowed them to see their potential to become an engaged citizen,” he said. “With Carolyn, she was so enthusiastic about German language and culture, and felt the best way to make that relevant to kids living in the United States was to form opportunities for travel through the GAPP program, which was something that she truly left her mark on here at Exeter.” he said, continuing, “Both will definitely be missed.”

Congratulations and many thanks for all of your years of service, Mrs. Ryder and Mrs. Woodford; Exeter wishes you all of the best in your well-earned retirement!

LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

The Exeter Township School District has the following immediate vacancy for a Long Term Substitute:

Long Term Substitute Teacher– 6th grade – Reiffton School 

To apply online, go to https://exetersd.org/hr/.

No Paper application will be accepted. Deadline – Until Filled

LONG TERM SUBSTITIUTE TEACHER – REIFFTON

The Exeter Township School District has the following immediate vacancy for a Long Term Substitute:

Long Term Substitute – 6TH GRADE - Reiffton School 

To apply online, go to https://exetersd.org/hr/.

No Paper application will be accepted. Deadline – Until Filled