According to the increased activity downtown, one can see the summer season is almost upon us! It is very important that students focus on making sure they are completing any obligations and classwork as school begins to wind down this year. Students and staff are committed to a strong finish in the school year while we celebrate all of our great accomplishments during the past nine months. Please pay close attention to the “Upcoming Important Dates” section at the bottom of the memo so you can mark your calendars! Here are the communications for this week!
Regional School Budget Meeting
Thanks to those that attended the Regional School Budget Meeting Tuesday night. All articles passed. Please come out and vote for the school budget on June 12th. Thank you!
Spring Band and Choral Concert!
Our annual spring band and choral concert will be held next Monday, May 21, at 7:00 PM in the OOBHS Cafeteria. The concert will feature the premiere of Alive With Color, sophomore Vernon Wells’ award winning composition for band. The cost is adults $3, students and senior citizens $2.
OOBHS Boosters Need New Officers!
The OOBHS Boosters are going to need people to help organize and run the club. The current officers are stepping down due to their children’s graduation this year. The current group has done a great job the last 4 years, and have given over $17,000.00 to OOBHS for various student/staff/school things, We would hate for this to come to an end. Please consider becoming an officer to lead our boosters!
Senior Internships!
We are excited to announce that Senior Interns are off and running with their internship experiences. Parents/Guardians, please be sure to check your emails for more information. We appreciate your support in reminding students of requirements and deadlines.
May 24th, 8:30-2:00 pm – Senior Internship Presentations will take place throughout the date in the high school gym. We would love to have you join us if you are able; your seniors will be able to tell you more about the specific times they will be speaking.
Attention Senior Parents!
The senior slideshow has been started and we need more pictures!! Please email any photos of your senior student throughout their years in OOB to enason@rsu23.org.
New Websites!
Our new RSU 23 Websites are up and running. Check out the pictures, videos, and all of the great information about our schools! Go to https://rsu23.org/. From there you can navigate to any of our school websites!
Summer Jobs!
If your child is looking for summer employment please contact our community employment liaison Jim Pirrello at jpirrello@rsu23.org.
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!
Important Upcoming Dates
May 7-23– Senior Internships
Mon, May 21-Spring Band and Choral Concert
Mon, May 28, No School, Memorial Day
Tue-Wed May 29 & 30– Senior Class Trip
Thurs, May 31– Award Night and Senior Dinner 6PM
Thurs 5/31 10:30-12:30, and Fri 6/1 12-2 – Senior Marching Practice
Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there! As we march through the month of May, we are checking off boxes regarding things that need to be accomplished before graduation and the end of the school year. Fourth quarter progress report grades will be available for viewing today so please check with your child regarding their school work. Also please pay close attention to the “Upcoming Important Dates” section at the bottom of the memo so you can mark your calendars. Here are the communications for this week.
Nicholas Downes!
Congratulations to senior Nick Downes who has been named OOBHS Saco Bay Rotary Club May Student of the Month!
OOBHS Field Day Today!
The Boosters are looking for donations of water and baked goods along with anyone (volunteers) who can help this day at OOBHS. Also, remind your children to see their class officers to sign up for the Relay, Tug of War, and Dunk tank activities.
Important Prom Information!
Here is some important information for those attending Prom.
There is free parking in the Dunegrass parking lot.
Photos at Laurel Hill Cemetery, 5:30 (weather permitting)
Photos outside at Dunegrass, 6:30 (weather permitting)–no high heeled shoes on the front golf green!
Doors open at 7:00. Please check in at the door. No re-entry.
Appetizers, desserts, and soda served throughout the evening.
King and Queen announced at 10:30.
Last dance at 10:45.
We look forward to an “enchanted” evening!
Regional School Budget Meeting!
Please attend the Regional School Budget Meeting next Tuesday, May 15th at 6PM in the OOBHS Cafeteria. This is the meeting when taxpayers vote on individual articles in the school budget. Because of increased state subsidies we are asking for a 0% tax increase! Please come out and support the budget. Thank you!
Spring Band and Choral Concert!
Our annual spring band and choral concert will be held Monday, May 21, at 7:00 PM in the OOBHS Cafeteria. The concert will feature the premiere of Alive With Color, sophomore Vernon Wells’ award winning composition for band. The cost is adults $3, students and senior citizens $2.
OOBHS Boosters Need New Officers!
The OOBHS Boosters are going to need people to help organize and run the club. The current officers are stepping down due to their children’s graduation this year. The current group has done a great job the last 4 years, and have given over $17,000.00 to OOBHS for various student/staff/school things, We would hate for this to come to an end. Please consider becoming an officer to lead our boosters!
Senior Internships!
We are excited to announce that Senior Interns are off and running with their internship experiences. Parents/Guardians, please be sure to check your emails for more information. We appreciate your support in reminding students of requirements and deadlines.
May 24th, 8:30-2:00 pm – Senior Internship Presentations will take place throughout the date in the high school gym. We would love to have you join us if you are able; your seniors will be able to tell you more about the specific times they will be speaking.
Attention Senior Parents!
The senior slideshow has been started and we need more pictures!! Please email any photos of your senior student throughout their years in OOB to enason@rsu23.org.
New Websites!
Our new RSU 23 Websites are up and running. Check out the pictures, videos, and all of the great information about our schools! Go to https://rsu23.org/. From there you can navigate to any of our school websites!
Summer Jobs!
If your child is looking for summer employment please contact our community employment liaison Jim Pirrello at jpirrello@rsu23.org.
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!
Important Upcoming Dates
May 7-23– Senior Internships
Mon, May 21-Spring Band and Choral Concert
Mon, May 28, No School, Memorial Day
Tue-Wed May 29 & 30– Senior Class Trip
Thurs, May 31– Award Night and Senior Dinner 6PM
Thurs 5/31 10:30-12:30, and Fri 6/1 12-2 – Senior Marching Practice
May the 4th be with you (sorry!). We’re on to May and that means we are full speed ahead planning for the end of the year and the graduation of our beloved class of 2018! Please pay close attention to the “Upcoming Important Dates” section at the bottom of the memo so you can mark your calendars. Here are the communications for this week:
Senior Internships!
We are excited to announce that Senior Interns are off and running with their internship experiences. Parents/Guardians, please be sure to check your emails for more information. We appreciate your support in reminding students of requirements and deadlines.
May 24th, 8:30-2:00 pm – Senior Internship Presentations will take place throughout the date in the high school gym. We would love to have you join us if you are able; your seniors will be able to tell you more about the specific times they will be speaking.
Attention Seniors!
Senior trip permission forms and money for senior class dinner are due Today.
Attention Senior Parents!
The senior slideshow has been started and we need more pictures!! Please email any photos of your senior student throughout their years in OOB to enason@rsu23.org.
Regional School Budget Meeting!
Please attend the Regional School Budget Meeting on Tuesday, May 15th at 6PM in the OOBHS Cafeteria. This is the meeting when taxpayers vote on individual articles in the school budget. Because of increased state subsidies we are asking for a 0% tax increase! Please come out and support the budget. Thank you!
Travel Opportunity Next Spring!
Next year there will be a trip to Costa Rica and Nicaragua over April Break. Students will journey into the heart of Central America, seeing one of the first European cities in the mainland Americas, discovering the volcanic Arenal Region and experiencing the rich wildlife in the Rincón de la Vieja National Park. If you’re interested in learning more about this exciting and enriching opportunity, there will be a parent and student meeting on Thursday, May 3 at 6:30pm in the Old Orchard Beach High School Cafeteria.
If you cannot attend the meeting, but would like more information, please contact Sara Jaffe at sjaffe@rsu23.org
OOBHS Field Day Friday May 11th!
The Boosters are looking for donations of water and baked goods along with anyone (volunteers) who can help this day at OOBHS. Also, remind your children to see their class officers to sign up for the Relay, Tug of War, and Dunk tank activities.
It’s Prom Season Everyone!
This year’s Prom, “Enchanted Ball,” will be held on Saturday, May 12th, at Dunegrass Country Club from 7:00-11:00PM. Light appetizers, desserts, and soda will be served throughout the evening. Tickets went on sale 4/9/18 during lunches. Tickets are $55 per person. Tickets will be on sale each day until today. For all guests who are not current OOBHS students, guest paperwork forms needs to be turned in and approved by Mr. Suttie or Mr. Hanson by today. It’s shaping up to a be a magical evening. We hope to see you there! If you have questions, please email Mrs. Thompson, athompson@rsu23.org
Fundraiser for Humboldt Hockey Families
Former OOBHS students and current junior hockey players JP Natishan and Chris McGrath have started a fund-raiser in support of the Humboldt Broncos Jr Hockey team to support the families of team members involved in the horrible bus accident last week in Saskatchewan. One hundred percent of the proceeds will be sent to the families. JP and Chris have reached out to their beloved community of OOB for support. Your support is greatly appreciated!
Our new RSU 23 Websites are up and running. Check out the pictures, videos, and all of the great information about our schools! Go to https://rsu23.org/. From there you can navigate to any of our school websites!
Summer Jobs!
If your child is looking for summer employment please contact our community employment liaison Jim Pirrello at jpirrello@rsu23.org.
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!
Important Upcoming Dates
Mon-Fri, May 7-11– Senior Exam Week
May 7-23– Senior Internship
Mon, May 28, No School, Memorial Day
Tue-Wed May 29 & 30– Senior Class Trip
Thurs, May 31– Award Night and Senior Dinner 6PM
Thurs 5/31 10:30-12:30, and Fri 6/1 12-2 – Senior Marching Practice
Lots of activity here at OOBHS, there will be announcements and updates sent out in addition to my weekly memo in the coming days and weeks to keep you in the know. It’s hard to believe seniors are taking their finals in ten days before they head out into the “Real World” to complete their professional internships, in which they will write reflections and present their experiences to a panel in the coming weeks. Please pay close attention to the “Upcoming Important Dates” section at the bottom of the memo. It will help you with our end of year schedule. Here are the communications for this week!
Next year there will be a trip to Costa Rica and Nicaragua over April Break. Students will journey into the heart of Central America, seeing one of the first European cities in the mainland Americas, discovering the volcanic Arenal Region and experiencing the rich wildlife in the Rincón de la Vieja National Park. If you’re interested in learning more about this exciting and enriching opportunity, there will be a parent and student meeting on Thursday, May 3 at 6:30pm in the Old Orchard Beach High School Cafeteria.
If you cannot attend the meeting, but would like more information, please contact Sara Jaffe at sjaffe@rsu23.org
OOBHS Field Day Friday May 11th!
The Boosters are looking for donations of water and baked goods along with anyone (volunteers) who can help this day at OOBHS. Also, remind your children to see their class officers to sign up for the Relay, Tug of War, and Dunk tank activities.
Attention Seniors!
Senior trip permission forms and money for senior class dinner are due Friday, May 4th.
It’s Prom Season Everyone!
This year’s Prom, “Enchanted Ball,” will be held on Saturday, May 12th, at Dunegrass Country Club from 7:00-11:00PM. Light appetizers, desserts, and soda will be served throughout the evening. Tickets go on sale 4/9/18 during lunches. Tickets are $55 per person. Tickets will be on sale each day until May 4th. For all guests who are not current OOBHS students, guest paperwork forms need to be turned in and approved by Mr. Suttie or Mr. Hanson by 5/4. It’s shaping up to a be a magical evening. We hope to see you there! If you have questions, please email Mrs. Thompson, athompson@rsu23.org
Fundraiser for Humboldt Hockey Families
Former OOBHS students and current junior hockey players JP Natishan and Chris McGrath have started a fund-raiser in support of the Humboldt Broncos Jr Hockey team to support the families of team members involved in the horrible bus accident last week in Saskatchewan. One hundred percent of the proceeds will be sent to the families. JP and Chris have reached out to their beloved community of OOB for support. Your support is greatly appreciated!
Our new RSU 23 Websites are up and running. Check out the pictures, videos, and all of the great information about our schools! Go to https://rsu23.org/. From there you can navigate to any of our school websites!
Summer Jobs!
If your child is looking for summer employment please contact our community employment liaison Jim Pirrello at jpirrello@rsu23.org.
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!
April vacation is now upon us! I’m sending the memo a day early as tomorrow is a non-student day. Please continue to stay informed of the events going on here at OOBHS as things will happen very quickly when we return from vacation, especially for seniors and their families. Please contact me if you need anything over break. I will be in and out of the building but call or text me anytime, day or night, my cell phone number is (207) 351-0099. Here are this week’s communications:
Megan Niedzwiecki!
Congratulations to Megan Niedzwiecki, who was named the Saco Bay Rotary Club OOBHS April 2018 Student of the Month!Read more ›
There is much work to do while we think about wrapping this year up and head toward graduation. We have a lot of activity going on over the next two months so stay tuned! Here are this week’s communications:
New Websites!
Our new RSU 23 Websites are up and running. Check out the pictures, videos, and all of the great information about our schools! Go to https://rsu23.org/. From there you can navigate to any of our school websites!
A reminder that third quarter grades close today. Please don’t hesitate to contact your child’s teachers to make sure all work is completed. Grades will be emailed Friday, April 6th.
New Websites!
Our new RSU 23 Websites are up and running. Check out the pictures, videos, and all of the great information about our schools! Go to https://rsu23.org/. From there you can navigate to any of our school websites!
I hope you all had a great week despite the big storm. Here’s to hoping spring will come sooner rather than later! These are this week’s communications:
Kara Trott!
Congratulations to Kara Trott, who has been named the March OOBHS Saco Bay Rotary Club Student of the Month!Read more ›
