East High School Senior, Gordon Allen was recently featured in the Wisconsin State Journal. "When I see a problem, I like to be the one to help, take part in addressing the problem.” And that's exactly what this remarkable Purgolder has done here at East. Gordon says his upbringing has motivated him to seek out ways to effect change at East and has helped form his career goal: to eventually seek a seat in Congress, where he hopes to be a champion for those in communities like the one where he grew up. We can't wait to witness Gordon's journey to Stanford University and beyond.

Friday, April 22nd is GLSEN’s National Day of Silence. The Day of Silence is a national student-led demonstration where LGBTQIA+ students and allies all around the world take a vow of silence to protest the harmful effects of harassment and discrimination of LGBTQIA+ people in schools. At East, we know that it’s our differences that make our community what it is. We become stronger from acknowledging our differences, learning from each other and growing together. We stand with our LGBTQIA+ students and support our students' right to observe the day of silence. Join GLSEN at 6:00pm for their virtual Breaking the Silence rally on their Instagram page.

Interested in getting involved and contributing to making East High School a safe environment for LGBTQIA+ students and staff? Check out East's Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA) which has set out to cultivate acceptance, eliminate isolation, stereotypes, and discrimination. The club meets on Fridays after school in room 2000.

The Learning Differences Virtual College Fair, sponsored by Go To College Fairs, focuses on opportunities for students with a history of IEPs, 504 plans, or therapeutic supports and accommodations. Each year, about 20 percent of graduating high school students fall into this category. It will also aid students who do not have formal accommodations, because learning differences can come in many forms.

The fair will provide attendees with information that can assist them in post-secondary transition planning. We will host a safe and engaging forum for students with learning differences and their families so they can explore the many available college options, and learn from experts on how to make the most of the college experience. The virtual college fair format allows students time to process information at their own pace.

The MMSD Summer Arts Academy offers amazing learning opportunities for MMSD students in Kindergarten through 12th grade in several visual and performing arts areas. In partnership with Madison Community Members, Business and Industry, and local Artists, the Academy offers robust programming in performing arts, digital music and media production, acting/drama and theater, and more. Running in partnership with MMSD Summer Semester and MSCR offerings, MMSD’s Summer Arts Academy programming is geared toward self-expression, self-identity, and growing students’ interests in arts experiences through unique, inspiring learning opportunities, and providing improved access. The Summer Arts Academy is FREE for Madison Metropolitan School District students, including free transportation. The location for East Arts is O'Keefe this summer.

Registration: April 18th-29th

Program Dates: June 20th-July 29th

Session Times: Session 1 1:00-2:15pm, Session 2 2:30-3:45pm, or Full Session 1:00-3:45pm

Locations: East Arts Hub - O'Keefe, West Arts Hub - Cherokee/Wright Middle School, Partner Sites (transportation provided from Summer Semester Sites)

Summit Credit Union's Project Teen Money is a unique challenge created to help young adults achieve financial success. Six students from La Follette, Memorial, East and West high schools were selected to compete. They each created three short videos that inspire their peers to save, spend and give back to the community. Each 30 - 90 second video puts participants one step closer to winning a $2,500 scholarship, while the runner’s up each receive a $500 scholarship. The videos are posted online to motivate the entire community to take action and save, spend, and give. Vote for East High School Students Ry and Ahmed! Voting is open through Sunday, April 22nd.

East High School's Prom will be held on Saturday, April 23rd from 8:00-11:00pm at the Wisconsin Masonic Center, located at 301 Wisconsin Avenue, Madison. Prom Court Royalty will be announced at the dance. Students must bring their school ID and and guests must bring a photo ID. There is no entry after 10pm and no re-entry at any time after leaving. There will be NO food at Prom; please plan accordingly. Water will be available. A coat-check will be available at the Masonic Center.

A Prom Pep Rally will be held on Friday, April 22nd, 2022 from 2:45-3:39pm in the East High School Field House (Adjusted Bell Schedule)