Grade 3 is off to a great start this year, building relationships and reviewing math concepts with partner games. They are also telling personal stories through journaling and sharing their stories to connect with one another.




The Class of 2026 on the first day of senior year during Senior Seminar!




Students in Mrs. DeTour's British Lit. class participated in a jigsaw activity, learning about how Anglo-Saxon culture and values influenced literature. Working in groups, students became “experts” on topics such as feudal society, religion, and oral tradition. They then shared their findings with peers, piecing together a fuller understanding of the time period. The activity highlighted how collaboration and shared knowledge—much like in Anglo-Saxon communities—can bring stories and history to life. As filmmaker Werner Herzog once said, “I think it is a quest of literature throughout the ages to describe the human condition.” This idea was at the heart of the lesson, as students discovered how Anglo-Saxon values shaped stories that continue to reflect timeless aspects of the human experience.



Please use the link below for full details on the bid request
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Agenda for Board Meeting on August 21, 2025.

Speech Therapist

Welcome back to school! Please take a minute to read our welcome back letter from Principal Melanie Cullins. Enjoy the rest of your summer vacation!


Open Positions 2025-2026

Food Service Message for the 2025-2026 School Year

High School Girls Varsity Soccer Coach

To the Community Members of RSU #89 (Mount Chase, Patten, Stacyville & Sherman),
Last Thursday, we hosted a community picnic to celebrate the remarkable learning that unfolded this summer through our Summer Academy Program. A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who made this possible—our dedicated educators, custodial staff, and food service team—who worked tirelessly to create such a meaningful opportunity for our students.
We are also deeply grateful to everyone who attended the picnic and joined us in fostering community connections.
On that same day, the 2025–2026 RSU #89 Budget Referendum took place. We want to extend our thanks to our municipal staff and all community members who participated in budget meetings, asked thoughtful questions, and supported this process. We are thrilled to share that the budget has passed with 58% approval. The results will be officially certified at Tuesday’s School Committee meeting.
Thank you all for your continued collaboration and support. Together, we are nurturing a strong and supportive environment for our students and our community. We look forward with excitement to the upcoming school year.
Sincerely,
Heather Hale,
Business Manager
RSU #89 Administration
Last Thursday, we hosted a community picnic to celebrate the remarkable learning that unfolded this summer through our Summer Academy Program. A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who made this possible—our dedicated educators, custodial staff, and food service team—who worked tirelessly to create such a meaningful opportunity for our students.
We are also deeply grateful to everyone who attended the picnic and joined us in fostering community connections.
On that same day, the 2025–2026 RSU #89 Budget Referendum took place. We want to extend our thanks to our municipal staff and all community members who participated in budget meetings, asked thoughtful questions, and supported this process. We are thrilled to share that the budget has passed with 58% approval. The results will be officially certified at Tuesday’s School Committee meeting.
Thank you all for your continued collaboration and support. Together, we are nurturing a strong and supportive environment for our students and our community. We look forward with excitement to the upcoming school year.
Sincerely,
Heather Hale,
Business Manager
RSU #89 Administration


Agenda for board meeting on July 29, 2025.

Come join our team!!!

Check out this TO DO LIST we have created for a fun-filled day tomorrow!
Click on this link for the parent survey: Parent Survey


Don't forget!!
July 24, 2025, RSU 89 Budget Vote.
Please see the attached information for voting locations and times.
July 24, 2025, RSU 89 Budget Vote.
Please see the attached information for voting locations and times.


Please join us for the KES Summer Academy Community Picnic on July 24 at 11 AM! We’re delighted to welcome The Darlings’ Ice Cream Truck, serving up sweet treats for all. This special celebration is in honor of our Katahdin students’ summer learning—and it’s all free!
A big thank-you to The Darlings and our generous grant partners for making this community gathering possible. Check out the flyer for all the details!
We can’t wait to celebrate summer with you—see you there! 🌞🍦

We encourage all RSU 89 community members to attend the upcoming District Budget Meeting on Wednesday, July 9th at 5:00 PM in the Katahdin Elementary School Cafeteria. This is an important opportunity to stay informed, ask questions, and be involved in decisions that impact our schools and students. Bring family and friends to vote yes to pass our school budget.

K-5 Special Education Teacher

Middle School Math Teacher Grade 6-8

🎓⚾ Scholar. Athlete. Leader.
Don’t miss Tuesday's Varsity Club spotlight featuring Josh Martin - a standout both on the field and in the classroom! 💪📚
Catch his spotlight Tuesday at 6PM on NewsCenter Maine. Let’s celebrate the future leaders of Maine!

