The mood was festive despite the unexpected wind and rain that kicked off the Sizzlin’ Summer Send-off for RSU 18 staff yesterday. The afternoon featured a BBQ, popcorn, a cotton candy machine, music, games, prizes, a book swap, and most importantly a chance to catch up with colleagues across the district. The sun came back…
While rainy weather caused delays, Monday’s surprisingly warm breezy day provided the perfect conditions for several Field Days around the district. Atwood and Williams Elementary do a combined field day that is organized by Physical Education Teacher Scott Colby. MMS Phys Ed teacher Paul Begley and his fantastic crew of 8th graders also play a…
The YES program had a pleasant wrap-up today with a gallery walk featuring pictures, projects, and demonstrations from each of the courses. Enjoy these pictures and videos of just some of the YES offerings.
Last week the Messalonskee High School campus provided a cornucopia of sights, sounds, and smells. Behind the school, students worked to mix cement for the base of a new time capsule, the strains of beginning saxophones echoed out of the band room, and the savory scent of oven baked chicken filled the halls. The…
Monday, June 19th Field day for Williams and Atwood 9:00am JHB 5th grade step-up day to MMS 1:00pm MMS Awards Assembly-MHS PAC Tuesday, June 20th James H Bean Field Day 8:30am WES Grade 5 Award Ceremony Wednesday, June 21st Last day of school! All schools dismissed at 11:30 6:00pm 8th Grade Recognition Night –…
Our MHS robotics team recently returned from their adventures in China. The China (not Maine) Daily News covered their trip in the article linked below. Maine team returns from robotics competition in China
We are pleased to announce that the preliminary voting numbers show the budget referendum passing in all our towns. Numbers also show voter approval for the needed facilities work to be done through the State Revolving Renovation Fund. Thank you to everyone who came out to support the great work going on in our schools.…
By Eric Brooks BCS teachers, like others in the district, recognize the fact that students need physical activity and movement during the day. Many BCS classrooms feature flexible seating including standing desks, wobble cushions, stability stools, bean bags, pedal desks, and more! BCS teachers have secured these additions to their classrooms by accessing funds from…
On this glorious sunny day, MHS students got to do what all students dream of doing at this time of year– break out of the routine and, in most cases, out of the building. Today was the 5th annual Day of Caring. The event is organized by the MHS student council and is designed to…
Just a reminder that the District Budget Validation Referendum is tomorrow, Tuesday, June 13. Here are the polling locations and times for each town: Belgrade: Belgrade Town Office – 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. China: China Town Office Portable – 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Oakland: Williams Elementary School – 8:00 a.m. to…
RSU 18 has been fortunate to receive many awards and recognitions over the last few years. While these recognitions do us proud, one thing speaks even louder as a testament to the success of RSU 18 and that is the number of graduates from our district who feel the desire and drive to return to…
Town of Oakland Public Works and RSU Grounds working together to bring down a very dangerous half fallen tree. Saved the RSU money AND the wood will go to the Town of Oakland for folks who need heating assistance! That’s BEING 212 this week!!
