from the desk of
John Caverly
Superintendent of Schools
DON'T FORGET
November 7, 2023 - Election Day No School
November 9, 2023 - Parent Teacher Conferences MMS
November 10, 2023 - Veteran's Day Observed - No School
November 14, 2023 - Parent Teacher Conferences MMS
STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
On Monday, October 2, 2023, all district administrators completed a self-assessment with regard to parent and community communication. Once each administrator completed the self-assessment, small groups were created to share the results and brainstorm ways to build a more collaborative approach to communications with stakeholders. The most powerful moments came when each building shared their methods to communicate, as that prompted more conversation about how those successful strategies transition across the district.
October is safety month!
See below for important safety practices and messages from Sparky the Fire Dog!
www.nfpa.org/Events/Events/Fire-Prevention-Week
With hunting season upon us, let us take a moment and remember gun safety is key!
everytownresearch.org/report/how-to-stop-shootings-and-gun-violence-in-schools/
EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
KYLE LONTINE - MARSHWOOD HIGH SCHOOL - SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Kyle Lontine is excited to have stepped into a new role at MHS this year, serving as the School Counselor for students enrolled in Career Technical programs as well as overseeing the new MHS Career Center. Keep on the lookout for the exciting events, workshops, and student opportunities she is planning this year.
~ Kyle Lontine ~
Marshwood High School College Fair
CURRICULUM & EDUCATION UPDATE
October 6th was a Teacher Workshop Day. Teachers engaged in a variety of meaningful PD activities.
PE teachers had the opportunity to attend SHAPE training with RSU 57
K-12 Health teachers attended a full day workshop with the Toward No Drug Abuse group to learn how to successfully implement our new Substance Abuse curriculum 9-12.
An excellent training session for all staff on building a culture of acceptance and ally ship in our buildings.
ALICE training
6-12 teachers had time to work by department on writing curriculum map overviews for the District website
Tickets are now on sale for Elf the Musical!
Career Pathways Program at MHS
The Career Pathways Program at Marshwood High School began recycling cans and plastic bottles for the entire school this month. The Career Pathways Program, a partnership with the nonprofit Work Opportunities Unlimited, focuses on career exploration and job skills for students with disabilities. As part of the recycling initiative, students practice professional communication with faculty and staff, learn to work as a team and delegate different tasks, and build their work ethic while making a positive impact on the school community and the environment. Senior Connor Shephard, a leader in the recycling program, says that "It's important to recycle plastic because if we don't, it ends up in our ocean and hurts marine life." Students collect recycling twice a week and returnables are redeemed through the Clynk program. Profits from the program will be used to fund field trips and cooking projects.
The MMS National Junior Honor Society hosts fun D & D night...
The National Junior Honor Society held a Dodgeball & Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) night on Wednesday Oct. 25th. There were over 65 students who participated. Dodgeball consisted of 12 teams of students and staff who battled it out to claim this year's bragging rights. The championship games will be held on October 31st at our Hawk’s Pride Assembly. The Dungeon and Dragons players adventured into fantasy worlds through role playing led by Dungeon Master's Bryana Rochenski and Superintendent Caverly. The night was a great success filled with food, laughter, and community!
PROJECT ADVENTURE - MGWS
This fall Great Works School was able use the RREV funding from the Department of Education, to work with Project Adventure to install 4 low ropes courses and challenge course elements. Project Adventure has been a long-term partner with Marshwood Middle School, keeping the Challenge course in tip top shape. Now they have built 2 multi-swings in the gym, a tight tope walk, a giant teeter-totter, and the full house challenge element on the GWS playground. These elements will be used throughout the year by classroom and specialist teachers to support our students communication skills, collaboration, and confidence. Though the funding for this project was secured through the REVV outdoor education award, the district supported our project by providing time for teacher training during our district workshop day. On Oct. 6th, all 4th and 5th grade teachers along with Mr. Burnell, Mrs. Craffey, Mrs. Shaw, and Mrs. Allis were trained to facilitate activities and use the elements safely. It was a great morning of teacher team building and learning. While the low ropes course elements are a ton of fun, they are only used with teacher supervision. We hope to have a open house in May to celebrate all of the outdoor learning that the RREV, MEF, and School Board funding has inspired at Great Works School!
EES Participates in Eliot Festival Day!
Eliot Elementary School students, supported by family members and school staff, marched in the annual fall Eliot Festival Day Parade, while playing their ukeles to the delight of the enthusiastic onlookers! Students will be sure to record this experience in their memory books!
monster mile.movTHE MARSHWOOD HIGH SCHOOL CHEERLEADERS
JOINED THE STUDENTS AT CES
TO KICKOFF THIS YEARS MONSTER MILE FUN RUN.
THE FUN RUN WILL TAKE PLACE
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 1ST.
ODDS
&
ENDS
The Energy Consortium that the District is a part of is online. We are expecting to see an impact in our energy costs (credits) by the end of the year.
We are awaiting notification on the COPS Grant which the district applied. We hope to hear by the end of October. This is the grant that focuses on Sate School. This could be up to $450,000.00 in grant funding. Fingers crossed.
The Pine Tree Center will be hosting a Wellness Night on November 20 at 6pm at MHS.
October HAWKBOARD - Board.pdf