06/03/2026
π§₯ Uniform Jacket Orders Are Open! π§₯
Get ready for the cooler months by ordering your student's uniform jacket today! To ensure jackets arrive in time for fall, we will be placing a bulk order soon.
Please submit your order form and payment as soon as possible. The next jacket order will not be placed until August, so don't miss this opportunity!
π Order Form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/VfLqErXV3f
Each jacket will feature the official Eichold-Mertz logo along with your student's personalized monogram (for example, E. Mertz).
π³ Payment may be made through e-Funds or in person on June 23 from 8:00 AMβ12:00 PM. Please note that orders will not be processed until payment has been received.
06/02/2026
π NOW AVAILABLE | DIGITAL EDITION
For five years, young ladies have stepped forward to lead, serve, and leave their mark on history.
Now, their stories are preserved in The Next Chapter β the official 2026 Miss Juneteenth America Scholarship Pageantry Program Souvenir Booklet and 5th Anniversary Edition.
Inside you'll discover:
β¨ Participant spotlights
β¨ Program history and legacy
β¨ Leadership and scholarship highlights
β¨ Community partners and sponsors
β¨ Special commemorative content celebrating five years of impact
Whether you're a participant, family member, sponsor, supporter, or friend of the program, this keepsake publication is a beautiful way to celebrate and preserve the journey.
π₯ Digital Edition Available Now
Your digital copy will be delivered directly to your email on June 12, 2026.
ποΈ Purchase your copy today:
https://ticketstripe.com/events/6285109129485992
05/27/2026
Check out this video that was created to support and showcase everything we collected through our fundraising efforts! We are so proud and incredibly grateful for the support from our amazing staff, students, and parents. Thank you all for coming together and making such a difference!
We Fight with Kyra!
Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
05/26/2026
Congratulations to Mr. Wills, Ms. Johnson, and Ms. D. Turner on your retirement! ππ
Eichold-Mertz will truly miss these incredible pillars of our school community. Your dedication, hard work, and love for what you did each day made a lasting impact on countless students, families, and staff members. You each took so much pride in your work and helped make our school a better place through your service, support, and commitment.
Thank you for the years of wisdom, care, and excellence you poured into Eichold-Mertz. Your legacy will always be remembered, and your presence will be greatly missed.
We wish you all a happy, relaxing, and well-deserved retirement filled with joy, peace, and new adventures! β€οΈ
05/22/2026
We proudly celebrated our Kindergarten Crossover Ceremony for the Class of 2025β2026! ππππ
What a joy it has been watching our little Investigators grow academically, socially, and emotionally throughout this school year. From shy learners to confident leaders, their growth has truly been amazing, and we could not be more proud!
Thank you to our families, teachers, and staff for your love, support, and partnership along the way. It truly takes a village.
To our sweet Investigators β keep shining, keep exploring, and never stop believing in yourselves. First grade, here they come! πβ¨
05/22/2026
Last week we celebrated our amazing Pre-K students with a beautiful Farewell Tea as they prepare to take their next big step into kindergarten! πβπ
Our little scholars were absolutely adorable, dressed to impress in fascinators, gloves, suspenders, and sharp suits. Their confidence, growth, and accomplishments have made us so proud!
This special day was filled with smiles, laughter, and celebration as we honored how well prepared they are for the exciting journey ahead. Kindergarten, here they come! πβ¨
We are so proud of each and every one of our Pre-K graduates!
05/20/2026
Today we want to take a moment to recognize and thank our amazing Parent Organizer, Mrs. Landress, for all of the hard work, dedication, and love she pours into our school community each and every day! πβ¨
From organizing meetings, hosting our Academic Picnic, and creating wonderful events like Spring Fling πΈ and Fall Festival π, Mrs. Landress always goes above and beyond to make sure our students, families, and staff feel supported and celebrated.
Your time, creativity, and commitment do not go unnoticed. Thank you for the countless ways you serve our school with such care and positivity. We are truly grateful for everything you do for both our staff and students! β€οΈπ«
05/20/2026
Today we had the pleasure of honoring our amazing cafeteria workers! π½οΈπ
Thank you for the early mornings, warm smiles, hard work, and the love you pour into serving our students and staff each and every day. From preparing meals to creating a welcoming environment, your dedication does not go unnoticed. π©βπ³πβ¨
We are so grateful for all that you do to keep our school running smoothly and our students happy and fed! Thank you for being such an important part of our school family. β€οΈπ«