RSU 57 Community Newsletter
October 31, 2022
Message from the Superintendent
A Happy Halloween to all our RSU 57 students and families! I hope this newsletter finds each of you healthy and having enjoyed yet another gorgeous Fall weekend. With this evening being Halloween I share just a friendly reminder to our students to be safe when participating in Trick or Treating festivities this evening. Be sure to wear some item that is reflective, stay together with friends and family and never enter a stranger's home. To those who will be driving this evening, please be sure to be alert, drive slow and be on the lookout for children walking on roadways, curbs and sidewalks. I hope for those who are planning on participating in Trick or Treat activities that you enjoy the evening!
We are entering the month of November. This month is certainly a busy one in our RSU 57 schools. Teacher-Family Conferences will begin soon. I hope that parents and caregivers take this opportunity to connect with their student's teacher(s) as a strong school-to-home partnership goes a long way in ensuring a successful educational experience for students. Additionally, the month of November is packed with various important happenings, a remote learning day on November 8th's voting day, Veteran's Day and the Thanksgiving Holiday. The month of November always seems to fly by and I have a suspicion this year will be no different.
Lastly, at our most recent RSU 57 School Board meeting, our School Board has approved the creation of a Strategic Planning Ad Hoc Committee as we look to create a vision for the future of our RSU 57 schools. The School Board is seeking participation from Community Members on several levels. The Strategic Planning Committee will include the following members:
- Three community members representing 3 different communities
- Three School Board members representing 3 different communities
- Three municipal government officials representing 3 different communities
- Three teachers representing elementary, middle and high school levels
- Three administrators including the Superintendent, Grades PreK-6 and Grades 6-12
In addition to the opportunity for three community members to participate on the Committee, we will be holding a number of Community Forums and Round Table meetings to solicit feedback and input from as many members of our RSU 57 community as possible. This is important work and we will seek feedback from all stakeholders in RSU 57 throughout this year-long process. If you are interested in being considered as one of the three Community Member representatives on the Strategic Planning Committee please click HERE for more information and to submit an application.
Wishing you all a healthy week ahead.
Dr. Stephen Marquis
Massabesic Middle School Halloween Festival!
Costume Fun!
Face Painting!
Spooky Good Time!
RSU 57 IS Hiring!
Good Sportsmanship Award Winners!
Remote Learning Day Reminder
From The Office of the Assistant Superintendent
Below is linked a brief article from Edutopia.org that provides some concrete strategies that caregivers can utilize to help promote healthy brain development and the strengthening of a child's social-emotional intelligence. Enjoy the read.
Brain Development - Ages 2 through 7
Have a great week!
Kyle Keenan
Assistant Superintendent
More Happenings Around RSU 57!
Fall Festivities
Alfred Elementary Teacher Book Characters!
It's Glow The Cow!
That was some good ice cream!
Upcoming Dates:
- November 4: End of 1st Quarter Scoring Period at Middle and High School
- November 8: Election Day - Full Remote Learning Day for All Students
- November 11: Veterans' Day - No School
- November 16: Early Release Day
- November 23-25: Thanksgiving Holiday Break - Happy Thanksgiving!
Maine Regional School Unit 57
Website: rsu57.org
Location: 86 West Road, Waterboro, ME, USA
Phone: 207-247-3221
Facebook: facebook.com/rsu57