Maranacook Area Schools-
EdCamp207!
EdCamp207, March 23, 2019: Amy Tucker, Mackenzie Kelley, and Tess Cote hosted an EdCamp at MCHS on Saturday. EdCamps are free, participant-driven, with educators learning with other educators....
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Dash Robots in Grade 3, RES!
Students at Readfield Elementary School in Mrs. Tweedie’s class are learning coding using Dash Robots from Wonder Workshop! Students use iPads to program commands for the robots to...
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Maranacook Student Performs at Carnegie Hall!
Maranacook Junior Ashley Cray recently participated in the 2019 Honors Performance Series mixed choir at Carnegie Hall in New York City. After a rigorous audition process, she was...
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MES Art Students in Harlow Art Show
The Harlow presents Young at Art, the 16th annual exhibition of children’s artwork on view from February 23 until March 23 at 100 Water Street in Hallowell. ...
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Students Testify in Support of School-Based Health Centers
Dana Reynolds and Katie Ide joined Rebecca Reynolds to testify before the Health and Human Services Committee in support of state funding for School-Based Health Centers. Both...
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Hunger Slalom Ski Race Raises $2000
Area skiers/parents raise nearly $2000 for local food banks in Maranacook/Kents Hill Hunger Slalom ski race held March 2nd at the Kents Hill Slope. This is the 3rd...
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Boys and Girls Nordic Skiing- Sportsmanship Winners!
Congratulations to both the Boys Nordic Skiing Team and the Girls Nordic Skiing Team for winning the Sportsmanship Award for 2019! We are proud of you!
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Girls Alpine 2019 Class B State Champions!
Girls Alpine Skiing- Team finished tied for 1st in slalom, Dana Reynolds was 10th place. Team won the giant slalom, Katie Ide was third place. 2019 CLASS...
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Boys Nordic 2019 Class B State Champions
Congratulations to the Boys Nordic Skiing Team- Won both the classical and freestyle pursuit races. Carter McPhedran won the classical race, Gabe Fein was the pursuit winner,...
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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Maranacook Community Middle School students in Hope Lord’s art classes created an “I Have a Dream” bulletin board in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. They...
Welcome to Maranacook Area Schools-RSU 38
"A caring school community dedicated to excellence."
Check out our Annual Report!
Budget Update #6 – RSU #38 School Board Budget Meeting, April 17, 2019
“Promoting student success in all areas, as we strive for academic excellence while maintaining fiscal responsibility.”
The RSU #38 School Board met on April 10, 2019, for the final FY20 School Budget meeting.
At the April 3rd meeting the board was informed that the health insurance rates came in at a 0% increase which resulted in reducing the proposed budget by $214,485.00. In addition, the propane, heating fuel, and diesel bids came in lower than expected saving the district almost $38,000. Several other reductions were made to requested positions, maintenance contracts and projects. Please visit the Maranacook Website at http://www.maranacook.org/budget/for a complete list of the Summary of Budget Changes as well as all the budget documents for the FY20 budget development.
At the April 10thmeeting, the proposed budget included further reductions as well as an increase of a Grade 5 teacher at Readfield Elementary School and the increase of one day to the Technology Integrationist position.
The following documents were distributed:
FY20 Summary Budget – Board Approved 4.10.19
20 Summary Budget Changes 4.10.19
The RSU #38 School Board voted to adopt the proposed Version 5, RSU #38 FY20 School Budget, for a total of $18,591,474.00, which represents a 3.75% increase over FY19. In addition, the Board voted to adopt the proposed 20 Adult Ed Budget 4.10.19 for a total of $205,412.00.
The Annual Budget Meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 15, in the Maranacook Community High School gymnasium at 7:00 pm. At this meeting, citizens will vote on the warrant articles of the proposed FY20 RSU #38 School Budget. Please make every effort to attend this important meeting.
Sincerely,
Jay Charette
Superintendent of Schools
For a complete listing of all budget documents, please visit our Budget pages.
Request for Bids--Asphalt Paving Services
Regional School Unit #38 is seeking requests for bids from qualified firms for asphalt paving services at the following locations: Maranacook Community Schools, Millard Harrison Drive, Readfield Maine 04355; Readfield Elementary School, 84 South Road, Readfield Maine; Mt. Vernon Elementary School, 1507 North Road, Mt. Vernon Maine; Wayne Elementary School, 48 Pond Road, Wayne Maine. Installation must be completed by August 21, 2019.
A mandatory pre-bid walk through will be held on April 24, 2019, 10:30 a.m., beginning at Readfield Elementary School, 84 South Road, Readfield, ME 04284, at which time additional information will be provided to potential bidders.
Bids must be submitted in writing, in a sealed envelope labeled “ASPHALT PAVING SERVICES BID”, and received no later than 11:00 a.m., Thursday, May 16, 2019, at RSU #38, 45 Millard Harrison Dr., Readfield, ME 04355. RSU #38 reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
Request for Bids--Boiler Removal and Installation
Regional School Unit #38 is seeking requests for bids from qualified firms for the removal and installation of a boiler system at Wayne Elementary School. Installation must be completed by August 21, 2019.
A mandatory pre-bid walk through will be held on April 23, 2019, 10:00 a.m., at Wayne Elementary School, 48 Pond Road, Wayne, ME 04284, at which time additional information will be provided to the potential bidders.
Bids must be submitted in writing, in a sealed envelope labeled “BOILER REMOVAL & INSTALLATION BID”, and received no later than 10:00 a.m., Thursday, May 16, 2019, at RSU #38, 45 Millard Harrison Dr., Readfield, ME 04355. RSU #38 reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
Request for Bids--Septic System
Regional School Unit #38 is seeking requests for bids from qualified firms for the purchase and installation of a septic system at Wayne Elementary School. Installation must be completed by August 21, 2019.
A mandatory pre-bid walk through will be held on April 25, 2019, 10:30 a.m., at Wayne Elementary School, 48 Pond Road, Wayne, ME 04284, at which time additional information will be provided to potential bidders.
Bids must be submitted in writing, in a sealed envelope labeled “SEPTIC SYSTEM BID”, and received no later than 9:00 a.m., Thursday, May 16, 2019 at RSU #38, 45 Millard Harrison Dr., Readfield, ME 04355. RSU #38 reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
Time to Register for Pre-K & Kindergarten!
Dual Enrollment Partnership with Thomas College
Great article in the Bangor Daily News highlighting the Dual Enrollment Partnership between Thomas College and Maranacook Community High School!
How one Maine school is cutting $30,000 or more from the cost of college
School Nutrition Benefits for Families Impacted by Federal Shutdown
With the federal shutdown impacting numerous Mainers, we want to remind families that applications for free and reduced-price meals may be submitted at any time throughout the school year, even during a federal shutdown. If federal employees impacted by the shutdown would like to apply for school meal benefits for their children, please complete the Free and Reduced Meals Application and return it to the school office. You may also obtain a copy by contacting your school’s office.
This is a reminder for any families, if you believe you may qualify for this program, please complete the application or contact Food Services Director Jeff Bridges at 685-4923 ext. 1085.
Frequently Asked Questions- RSU #38 Facilities Improvement Bond
Here is a Frequently Asked Questions sheet responding to questions asked during the recent Public Hearings regarding the RSU 38 Facilities Improvement Bond. We hope this will answer some questions that you may have, or you may be asked about.
Please feel free to refer additional questions to the Superintendent's Office at 685-3336 or email the Superintendent at jay_charette@maranacook.com.
Announcing the MEF 2018-19 Grant Awards!
Read about the exciting projects that will be funded by MEF!
Transportation Letter to Parents
Please read Superintendent Charette's letter to parents about transportation dated 11/19/2018.
Bus Routes for 2018-19
http://www.maranacook.org/bus-routes/
New Superintendent Intro!
Dear Maranacook families and friends!
It is with great pride that I introduce myself as your new Superintendent of Schools. I can not begin to express how excited, honored, and humbled I am by the opportunity to lead such an outstanding school system! In my career I have been a classroom teacher having had assignments in grades 4 thru 8, teaching all core subjects at some point! I then moved into administration having started as a teaching principal in a small elementary school and then progressed into opportunities as a building administrator at different elementary, middle and high schools. All total, I have worked in education for over 25 years and enjoyed every minute of it! My most recent position was as principal of Hall Dale Elementary in Hallowell. I have three children; my oldest son works in Portland, my daughter is currently attending St. Joseph’s college to be a science teacher, and my youngest son having just graduated from Maranacook Community High School! We moved into central Maine only a year ago from Fort Kent, our past home for 17 years. I currently live in Manchester with my wife of 26 years (who is a high school math teacher) and our dog, Lukah. We love the Central Maine area and the strong sense of community that we have found! I am very excited for the 2018 - 2019 school year and look forward to getting to know the students, staff, and communities that make up RSU 38. Please feel free to reach out to discuss our schools at anytime.
Annual Report 2018
Here is the Annual Report for this year: RSU 38 Annual Report 2018
Please visit our Budget Page for a complete listing of Budget Updates as well as Budget Documents.
RSU #38 Holds Two-Day Event to Create Common Vision
Students, staff, citizens, and business and town leaders of RSU #38 will gather on March 16, and March 17, 2018, to create a common vision for the future of our schools. This cross-section of the community will gather at Maranacook Community High School for the Friday session that will begin at 4:30 p.m. (registration at 4:00) and end at 8:00 p.m. Dinner will be provided. The Saturday session will begin at 8:00 a.m. for breakfast, with the work session starting at 8:30 a.m. and ending at 3:30 p.m. We would like to invite any members of the RSU #38 community to participate in this exciting and important two-day event. Please call Donna Foster at 685-3336 ext. 2 to register.
Judy Enright, an experienced moderator and former public school administrator will lead the discussion using a process known as Future Search. Judy has worked extensively in Maine and throughout New England, most recently in Rhode Island, to lead communities as they have made major, positive changes in their schools using a similar visioning process. “I have seen amazing things happen as a result of a community coming together in this way to dream about what their schools could become,” said James Morse, former Superintendent of Limestone Schools and Portland Public Schools.
RSU #38’s Future Search will focus on this question, “How will RSU #38 continue to evolve to ensure that our students are prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities of a changing world?” The goal is to create a shared vision for the future of the RSU #38 schools that can be implemented during the next five to 10 years.
Updated information about Future Search will be posted on the RSU #38 website: http://www.maranacook.org. The direction set at our Future Search will become the basis of a strategic plan that will guide the work of our school system. Please consider attending this important event. This work is critically important.
Executive Summary from Future Search
Here is a summary of the work from our 2-day Future Search: RSU 38 Executive Summary
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How do I sign up for SchoolMessenger?
Signing up is easy. You can use the email address that we have on file for you, and follow these three steps:
1 Click the LOG IN Button at https://go.schoolmessenger.com/#/account/login, or Download the SchoolMessenger App from the Apple App Store or Google Play Market.
2 Enter your email address and create a password. An email will be sent to that address with a secure token.
3 After authenticating via your email, return to SchoolMessenger and sign in using your email and password.
It's that easy!
Homeless Liaison
It is the responsibility of RSU #38 to notify the citizens/parents of the district on an annual basis that educational services are available to students classified as homeless. If you need further information to determine the rights available to homeless students in our district, please contact Donna Foster at 685-3336 ext. 2, or your building principal.
Maranacook Education Foundation
Maranacook Education Foundation is a charitable, not-for-profit organization. Its mission is to foster innovation and excellence in the communities of Fayette, Manchester, Mt. Vernon, Readfield, and Wayne by securing resources and funding initiatives that will benefit learners of all ages. Donors can contribute unrestricted funds to the Foundation or create their own donor directed funds to support specific projects. Please check our website to learn more or donate-- http://mef.maranacook.org!
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Title IX Coordinator- Kate Taylor Kate_Taylor@maranacook.org
