This walk is especially meaningful to us as we come together for those who need to know they are not alone. We want to remember them, celebrate their life, support one another, and help spread a message of hope.
Our team name will be:
BEE THE LIGHT
We are inviting Eldred students, staff, families, and community members to join us. You do not need to be a member of Hope Squad or the Leader in Me Leadership Team to participate. Everyone is welcome.
Whether you walk in memory of someone you love, in support of someone who is struggling, or simply to help spread hope, your presence matters.
HOW TO JOIN OUR TEAM
It’s easy to participate!
Click the QR code at the bottom of the flyer to access the walk registration page.
Create an account or log in if you already have one.
Search for and join the “BEE THE LIGHT” team.
Complete all required forms and submit your registration.
Come join us at the walk.
Together, we can walk for hope, awareness, prevention, and healing.
— Eldred Hope Squad & Leader in Me Leadership Team
The Eldred Yellowjackets Varsity Football team is hitting the road today as they head to Pawling for the SEASON OPENER! 💪🔥
It’s time to compete, play for each other, and represent Eldred with pride! 💚💛
LET’S GO, YELLOWJACKETS! 🐝🏈
COMPETE HARD • RESPECT EVERYONE • REPRESENT ELDRED WITH PRIDE
⛳ BOYS GOLF
Today marks the first home match for Eldred Golf at Terry Brea 🎉 Our golfers take on Washingtonville as they officially hit the course . What an exciting milestone for our new program! ⛳🏌️♂️
⚽ VARSITY GIRLS SOCCER
Our Lady Yellowjackets are competing in the Flannery Tournament today and take on Rockland! 🐝⚽🔥
Let’s wish both teams the best of luck today! Play hard, support your teammates, and represent Eldred with Pride!
Compete Hard. Respect Everyone. Represent Eldred with Pride. 💚💛
🐝 Once a Yellowjacket, Always a Yellowjacket! 🐝
Time to hit the trails, leave it all out there, and show them what it means to be a Yellowjacket! 💪🔥
Run strong. Run together. Run with Yellowjacket Pride! 🐝
Let’s GO, Eldred! 💚💛
The Eldred Central School District is thrilled to announce three wonderful additions to our district team! During tonight’s Board of Education meeting, the board officially appointed our new Junior/High School Principal, Teachers, and Teacher Aides:
Rob Keesler- Junior/Senior High School Principal
Michelle Brundage- Elementary Teacher
Cheryl Gannon- Middle/High School Science Teacher
Also, welcome to our new teacher aides: Sharon Drake, Natalie Edwards, Anthony Margarum, Jennifer Nye, Erin Powrie, and Shannon Woods
Each of these talented educators brings a deep commitment to student success, academic excellence, and community involvement. We are confident they will inspire our students and strengthen our schools.
Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Mr. Keesler, Mrs. Brundage, Ms. Gannon, and our new teacher aides as they begin their journey with us.
Welcome to the Eldred family!
📢 UPDATED PRACTICE SCHEDULE & IMPORTANT ATHLETE REMINDERS! 🐝💛
Please take a moment to review the updated practice schedule and important information for the upcoming season!
🏈 Varsity Football
📅 Monday, August 17: 4:30–8:00 PM
🏃 Cross Country
📅 Monday, August 24: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
⚽ Varsity Girls Soccer August 24th
📅 Monday: 8:00–9:30 AM
📅 Tuesday–Friday: 4:30–6:00 PM
🏐 Volleyball August 24th
📅 Practice: 4:30–6:00 PM
⛳ Golf August 24th
📅 Practice: 9:00–11:00 AM
📋 IMPORTANT – FIRST DAY OF PRACTICE:
All athletes must check in with Coach Z AND the school nurse before attending practice. Please arrive a little early to allow time for this check-in.
This check-in will help ensure that:
✅ All past uniforms have been returned
✅ Arbiter registration is complete
✅ An updated physical is on file
✅ All required athletic clearances are completed
✅ Please make sure your athlete is registered on Arbiter and has completed all required athletic registration and clearance requirements.
📲 STAY UP TO DATE!
Please regularly check:
📱 Eldred 's Facebook page
🌐 Eldred 's website
📲 Our new Section IX scheduling app, BOUND
Schedules can change, so please make sure you are checking these resources regularly for the most current practice times, game schedules, changes, and announcements!
💛🐝 GO YELLOWJACKETS! 🐝💛
Section IX is no longer using Arbiter for schedules. We have transitioned to a new scheduling platform – Bound!
📱 Scan the QR code on the graphic to download the Bound app, then follow Eldred Yellowjackets and your favorite teams to stay up to date with:
🏈 Game schedules
⚽ Scores and results
🏐 Team updates
📅 Schedule changes and more!
Don't miss a moment of the season—download the Bound app today and stay connected with Yellowjacket Athletics! 💚💛
📢 UPDATE: Fall Sports Practice Information ⚽🏐⛳🏃
🐝💚💛 Fall Sports Are Almost Here! 💚💛🐝
Please make sure your student-athlete is registered and signed up before their first official practice so they are eligible to participate.
🔗 Registration Link: https://students.arbitersports.com/eldred-junior-senior-high-school-athletics/eldred-fall-sport-2026
📅 IMPORTANT START DATE UPDATE:
🏈 Varsity Football will begin official practices on August 17th.
⚽🏐⛳🏃 All other Varsity & JV Fall Sports will begin official practices on August 24th. See updated schedule below
📚 Modified Sports will begin on the first day of school.
⚠️ Preseason Workouts:
Coaches may offer preseason workouts during the week of August 17th. Coaches will communicate dates and times directly with their athletes. These workouts are not mandatory and are not official practices.
📍 All official practices will be held at JSHS unless the coach notifies you otherwise. Mod girls soccer will start the first day of school and will be held at GRM.
If you have any questions about registration or your athlete's status, please contact the Athletic Office before practices begin.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we get ready for another great season!
🐝 Go Yellowjackets! 💚💛
Eldred Central School District proudly congratulates Athletic Director Amanda Zgrodek on earning the prestigious designation of Certified Athletic Administrator (CAA) from the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA).
The Certified Athletic Administrator credential recognizes athletic administrators who have demonstrated exceptional knowledge, leadership, and expertise in the field of interscholastic athletic administration.
To earn this distinguished certification, Ms. Zgrodek successfully completed the NIAAA's certification process, which included a comprehensive evaluation of her educational background, professional experience, leadership contributions, and successful completion of a rigorous written examination.
This national certification places Ms. Zgrodek among an elite group of interscholastic athletic administrators across the country who have achieved this high standard of professional excellence.
The Eldred Central School District congratulates Ms. Zgrodek on this outstanding accomplishment and thanks her for her continued dedication to providing exceptional leadership and opportunities for our student-athletes. Her commitment to excellence reflects the District's mission of fostering success both in the classroom and through athletics.
As we enjoy the rest of the summer, the Parent Empowerment Workshops are in the process of being planned for the upcoming school year. The topics will be expanded to cover an increased range of areas that will assist parents/families. The first workshop to kick off the year will be held on September 23rd, from 5-6pm. Sign in from 4:30-5pm. Sullivan County Public Health will be providing FREE dinner. The coordinator of children and youth with special healthcare needs Rita Burns will be providing a "Listening Session". It entails a small group discussion with community members to identify barriers, needs, and opportunities to shape decisions, actions, and health programming. Listening sessions are a good way for Sullivan County to learn about Eldred community’s needs and apply them to their children and youth with special health care needs work (CYSHCN). Your voice matters and can have a profound impact on the future of Sullivan County. We hope to see you there!
Four main topics that the listening sessions will touch on, include:
o Vision for the community
o What people need to keep themselves and their family healthy
o Using services in their community
o Participants’ experience of discrimination, if any, while using services
Chef Ann Cooper, better known as the "Renegade Lunch Lady."
Over the past several years, Sullivan 180 has been working alongside our schools to strengthen school nutrition and support healthier meals for students. As part of that effort, we're thrilled to welcome Chef Ann Cooper to join us at The Center for Discovery for a free community conversation focused on the power of healthy school meals, scratch cooking, and creating lasting change for children and communities.
This is a free event, but we ask that you register at bit.ly/ChefAnn2026.
We hope to see you there!
Now is the time to sign up for a fall sport and become part of the Eldred Yellowjackets family!
Whether you're returning or trying something new, you'll build friendships, grow as a leader, compete with pride, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
🏈🏐⚽🏃♀️🏃♂️
Don't miss your chance—sign up today and represent Eldred with pride!
https://students.arbitersports.com/eldred-junior-senior-high-school-athletics/eldred-fall-sport-2026
Once a Yellowjacket, Always a Yellowjacket! 💚💛
Are you ready to be part of something special? Ready to represent Eldred, make memories, build friendships, and be part of a TEAM? Now is the time to sign up for your Fall Sport!
📅 Varsity practices begin August 17th
📅 Modified practices begin on the first day of school
🏈 Varsity Football
🏈 Modified Football
⚽ Varsity Girls Soccer
⚽ Modified Girls Soccer
⚽ Modified Boys Soccer
🏐 JV Volleyball
🏃♀️ Varsity Cross Country
🏃♂️ Modified Cross Country
⛳ Varsity Golf
Whether you're returning or trying a sport for the very first time, we have a place for YOU! Challenge yourself, make new friends, create unforgettable memories, and be part of something bigger than yourself.
👇 Click the link below and sign up today!
https://students.arbitersports.com/eldred-junior-senior-high-school-athletics/eldred-fall-sport-2026
Monday, August 31, 2026
6:00 to 8:00 PM
Sullivan County Courthouse
Rain date: September 1, 2026
