Principal’s Memo
Posted onHello Everyone!
Well, March is finally almost here. Incredibly, the end of the year and graduation are at the forefront of my mind. I know it’s hard to believe, but commencement exercises for our beloved OOBHS Class of 2020 are 99 days away! In the main office, we have started to plan for next year. We are now starting the process of building next year’s program of studies, master schedule, planning an 8th grade transition night, and putting together a staff professional development plan for the remainder of the year. Business is really starting to pick up! Here are this week’s communications:
Next Wednesday, March 4th is an Early Release Day!
Progress Reports
The grading period for third-quarter progress reports ends today. Progress reports will be available on PowerSchool next Wednesday.
Winter Season
Congratulations to all of our winter athletes, musicians, and vocalists, on another great season! We are very proud of you!
Advanced Art Student Recognized in Scholastics Art Competition
Caitlin Perrigo has won three awards for her submissions in this year’s Maine Region Scholastics Art and Writing Competition! She received a Gold-Key award and a “Best in Show” American Visions nomination for her acrylic painting, “The Birds and the Bees.” And she also received a Silver-Key Award for her painting, “Saint Henry and A Papal Tiara,” and an Honorable Mention for her drawing, “Still Life of a Skeleton.” Her artwork will be displayed in an art exhibition a the Maine College of Art from February 28 to March 14, 2020. The opening reception will take place during Portland’s First Friday Art Walk, on March 6 from 5-7 pm and is open to the public. Caitlin will also be recognized at an awards ceremony on March 14. Congratulations, Caitlin!
Youth Art Month at the Portland Museum of Art
Caitlin Perrigo was chosen to display her artwork entitled, “Portrait of Vernon” an acrylic painting, during the annual Youth Art Month show celebrating Maine student creativity from pre-kindergarten-12th grade. The exhibition runs from February 26, 2020, through March 29, 2020, on the Lower Ground Floor of the PMA and is free and open to the public. Admission to the Portland Museum of Art is always free for visitors 21 and under. . More information on the Youth Art Month exhibition.
Important Dated from The Guidance Department:
- March 26th – 8th grade Parent Information Night
- March 30th to April 10th – Science MEA testing window
- April 9th – Scholarship Night for Seniors 6:00 pm
- April 14th – SAT
- April 28th – SAT makeup date
- May 5th – Financial Aid Night for Juniors 6:00 pm
Important SAT Prep Information for Juniors!
Did you know that the SATs are Tuesday, April 14? Well, there’s a free SAT prep class starting on Wednesday, 1/22. All sessions are an hour and will begin promptly at 2:50. Any interested students need to see Mr. Lucchese or Ms. Kantro to sign-up.
Math with Mr. Lucchese in room 210
- February 26
- March 5, 11, 18, 25
- April 2, 8
English with Ms. Kantro in room 108
- February 24
- March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
- April 6, 13
Senior Internships – Internship Site Agreement Forms are due to your faculty advisors Monday, March 2nd. Extra forms can be found in the Student Resources Board located outside the front office. For help finalizing your internship sites, please access your faculty advisor or Ms. Hayes and Ms. Moutsatsos.
Student Supply Closet
The closet is full for now! If a student/family is in need of any items they can contact Mrs. Dupee, Mrs. Reed or the guidance department.
Community Service!
Students must complete 20 hours of community service as a graduation requirement. Parents of seniors please check with your child to find out if they still have hours to complete. Please contact the guidance office for community service opportunities. We have plenty for the kids to do!
Powerschool Parent Portal
You can also access your child’s grades through our student information system Powerschool Parent Portal. If you need your access information please email Karen Murphy at ksmurphy@rsu23.org.
Yearbook Info!
Order your 2020 Yearbook now!! Order online, or see Ms. Moutsatsos in the Cafeteria to pay with cash or a check. Yearbooks are $55.00. If you order online you can pay in 3 monthly installments ($16.67 each)! Visit the Josten’s website for more information.
Important and Upcoming Dates:
- Monday, February 17 to Friday, February 21 – February Break
- Wednesday, March 4 – Early Release Day
- Friday, March 20 – No School for Students, Professional Development Day
Thank you!
-John