• Principal's Memo

Principal’s Memo – January 22, 2021

Hi Everyone,

We are heading into the second semester. It won’t be long until we are talking about prom and graduation. If you have any questions about your child’s schedule, please contact the guidance department. You may view your child’s schedule and any changes by logging on to PowerSchool. Here are this week’s communications:

SECOND SEMESTER SCHEDULES
Students can now see their second semester schedules via powerschool under the “matrix” tab. If students wish to discuss or make changes to their schedules, email Ms. Nason or Ms. Hayes to request appointments for schedule-related conversations. 

FREE “TAKE-AND-BAKE” MEAL OFFER! 
Recently, The Red Door Market & Deli received generous community donations. With these funds, The Red Door Market & Deli is donating a free meal to OOB families through the schools.   

Each family in our school community will be able to pick up a free, pre-cooked “take-and-bake” meal.  This free family meal will be ready to eat after heating it up.   This free meal is available for families at one of the OOB schools for the next 3 weeks.  You can pick up your free “take and bake” meal at the times below. You may also pick up your child’s regular school lunch at this time. In order to receive your free “take and bake” meal,  please sign up by contacting one of the following staff members from your child’s school. 

The Red Door will not know the names of families receiving the meal, but will be used for our lunch team for distribution only. We send our thanks to the Red Door Market & Deli for this generous donation!!! 

CONGRATULATIONS TO LEAH GREEN AND DUFFY ROSE FOR RECEIVING THE MAINE FIELD HOCKEY ASSOCIATION ACADEMIC ALL STATE AWARD!!
This award recognizes outstanding academic achievement among Maine field hockey senior student athletes. To be considered for selection to the Academic All-State Team, the player must meet the following criteria:

1. She must rank in the top 10% of her class and/or achieve a grade point average of 95 (3.85) or better for three years
2. She must be a current member of the varsity field hockey team and must have been involved in the field hockey program for at least 2 year.
3. She must have made a significant contribution to the team during any* season (*modified from this season due to some schools not playing this season)
4. She must be a senior and of good moral character.

WONDERING IF THE YEARBOOK IS HAPPENING THIS YEAR?  THE ANSWER IS YES!
Masks. Elections. Virtual classes.  This school year will be talked about forever.  The yearbook is an important keepsake from this remarkable time.  Our Yearbook Program is working hard to put together a historic book that will be looked back upon to remember one of the most unpredictable school years of all time.  Order today (and until February 26th) so that we can make sure there are enough copies for everyone. There are online purchase options to spread the cost over 3 payments!
Parents of Seniors…fully customizable Special Dedication pages are now available for purchase.

• 1/4 page $40
• 1/2 page $70
• Full page $120

To purchase a yearbook go to jostensyearbooks.com. Send any Yearbook questions, to smoutsatsos@rsu23.org. Yearbook flyer

SCHOOL NUTRITION PROGRAM!
As a reminder, breakfast and lunch are available daily at school and free to all students throughout the entire school year. We ask that you still complete a Free and Reduced Application.  These applications help us to receive funding and programming that helps all students district-wide.  In addition, if you qualify, you can get Spectrum internet for only $14.95/month! Applications are available at the front office and on our website at:  http://rsu23.schoollunchapp.com. School breakfast and lunch menus are also posted on the RSU 23 Website on the Food & Nutrition Page. Please feel free to contact Caroline Trinder, Food & Nutrition Services Director, with any questions at ctrinder@rsu23.org or 934-4461 ext. 1239. We are looking forward to serving healthy and tasty meals all year!

Free Breakfasts and Lunches are also provided every Wednesday behind Loranger Memorial School between 10:15-10:45am, no need to RSVP, just show up!

PLEASE READ MY SNOW/REMOTE DAY MEMO!
Snow/Remote Day Memo 2020-2021

FAMILY VACATION FORMS
During the school year some families take vacations and ask that we excuse their children from school days. This is not a problem, however, we do have forms for the student, parents, teachers and administration to sign off on in order to help students understand the expectations of making up missed work. The forms can be found in the main office. Thanks for your help!

STUDENT PARKING & EARLY RELEASE & LATE ARRIVAL
Students who would like to drive their car to school must register their car in the main office and acquire a parking permit. Cars without a parking permit or cars parked in the improper lot may be removed at the owner’s expense. There is no student parking in the front lot.

IMPORTANT & UPCOMING DATES

• Monday, February 15 – Friday, February 19  – February Break

Thank you!

 -John