Principal’s Memo – March 26, 2021
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Hi Everyone,
I have great news. We are pleased to announce that we are planning for a traditional outdoor graduation ceremony. This year’s graduation will be held on its planned date Sunday, June 6th at 1 PM. We will hold graduation at Regina Field so that we can meet all recommended CDC guidelines (100% Capacity with 6-foot distancing). Regina Field will allow everyone to attend. Holding graduation at the Seaside Pavilion this year would limit attendance. We plan on returning to the Seaside Pavilion next year. The rain date is Monday, June 7th at the same start time. More information to follow. Here are this week’s announcements:
PROM/SENIOR NIGHT!
This year we will be hosting a Senior class celebration as a combination of Prom and Senior Night. We will be implementing and adhering to CDC health and safety guidelines and this event will be an amazing formal dinner and evening of entertainment in lieu of a dance. It is open to Seniors and a date that is a student at OOBHS. There is no cost to attend, but you will need to make a reservation with Ms. Moutsatsos. Please join us Saturday, May 15th at River Winds Farm from 6-10 pm to celebrate! Reservations will be taken during the month of April.
RENTAL ASSISTANCE!
The government has released rental assistance funds for families impacted by the economic downturn due to the pandemic. For more information please click this link: https://yccac.org/covid-19-rent-relief-program/
APRIL BREAK MEAL KITS!
RSU 23 Food & Nutrition Services is excited to be able to provide free meal kits over April break! You may reserve 1 meal kit per chi
ld 18 and under living in your household. Each meal kit will contain 1 loaf of bread, 1 package of deli turkey, 1 head of lettuce, 3 tomatoes, 7 apples, 7 oranges, 1 gallon of milk, and 1 box of cereal. Meal kits will be delivered to your house on the morning of Friday, April 16. Please complete the Meal Kit Request Form by Wednesday, April 7 if you’re interested in having meal kits delivered. Please contact Caroline Trinder at ctrinder@rsu23.org with any questions.
STUDENT SUPPLY CLOSET BOTTLE DRIVE
Money raised will purchase food, emergency needs and gift cards for OOBHS families. See the flyer to participate or Contact Ms. Moutsatsos (smoutsatsos@rsu23.org) or Mrs. Dupee (edupee@rsu23.org) to get a pre-tagged CLYNK bag.
2021 NATIONAL TECHNICAL HONOR SOCIETY INDUCTEES!
Congratulations to the following OOBHS and Biddeford Regional Center of Technology students who were inducted into the National Technical Honor Society last night!
Andrew Charron, Garrett Dupee, Katherine Holt, Melissa Pelletier, Benjamin Perry, Ciara Roche. Great job. We are proud of you!
BIDDEFORD REGIONAL CENTER OF TECHNOLOGY
BRCOT is currently accepting applications for all of their programs for the 2021-2022 school year. Please visit their website https://sites.google.com/biddefordschools.me/cot/cot-home for more information and to apply. Mrs. Hayes and Ms. Nason are available for support around accessing these programs.
INFORMATION NIGHT FOR SENIORS
There will be a virtual scholarship information session for all seniors and their families on the different local scholarships that are available through OOBHS and how to apply for them on Wednesday April 7th at 5:30 pm. Look for an invitation in your emails in the upcoming weeks.
FAME FINANCIAL AID NIGHT
On Tuesday April 13th at 5:30 pm Jessica Wittier from the Financial Authority of Maine will be offering a virtual informational session about everything financial aid. Your school counselors will share more information in the upcoming weeks including a link to participate in this event.
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!
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!
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
- Wednesday, March 31 – 8th Grade Family Night-OOBHS Showcase
- Friday, April 2 – Grades close for Quarter 3
- Wednesday, April 7 – Scholarship Information Night for Seniors
- Tuesday, April 13 – FAME Financial Aid Information Night
Thank you!
-John