Katahdin Schools

Sometimes life gets crazy and so much is going on that pictures are not a thought. This event was one of those days! From setting up tables, to getting BINGO cards together, to gift baskets, decorating and making sure things run smoothly, we just didn't have a phone on us, so thankfully our amazing GearUP Rep, Jesse Page, shared some shots. Which works out great because GearUP needs a shoutout also for providing the amazing baskets that were won! THANK YOU GEARUP!!! I would also like to thank ALL of the colleges and businesses that attended!

Eastmill FCU, Army National Guard, Katahdin Trust, Husson, Patten Fire Dept, UMPI, OSI, Mt. Chase Lodge, DHHS, True Connections, Katahdin Learning Project, Forest Services, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Mitchell's Helping Hands, College of the Atlantic, UMFK, CMCC, EMCC, Thomas College and more that I am sure I am missing. But we thank you!!! We are so grateful you could join our students and expand their minds with opportunities! Reports from the students came back great and we are thankful that many wanted to bring parents during their Student Led Conference!

Although this was the only picture I was able to take due to photo restrictions. These two young men, sitting in the Kings chairs, got to enjoy the Johnson Outdoors Facility and see the many opportunities that lie within the buildings right there in Orono! They joined other surrounding schools in the Moosehead/Katahdin Region to explore Marketing, Production and how Engineering is incorporated into making Kayaks and Canoes. They spoke with employees about their positions and how long they have been there. Many started right out of high school and there for 38 years and no plans of retirement!!!

In the Production section, they were able to walk through each assembly line, step by step, to see how they make a kayak and the job openings that are there. In Marketing, they were told of the many positions from film, photography, editing, creator and more. Did I mention they get to travel to France for work?!? Engineering plays a big part in the Kayak and Canoes, they develop the next big thing or how to make something better through design. Johnson Outdoors was amazing to visit and these two learned a lot in the day, so much so that they were fed pizza!

We also learned a fun fact while we were there that Brian from Maine Outdoor Brands wanted to be sure to point out. We got to see all the BEAUTIFUL woodwork for canoes that comes right here from Patten that Dri-Ki Woodworking supplies for Johnson Outdoors Canoes. Amazing what we have here in our own backyards and these two got to realize that!

Book Fair at KES is open! This one is BOGO!

2026 Senior - Natasha Annis

Today May 13 is an early release day. Students will be dismissed at 11:15. If you need to change your child's after school destination, please call the school office.

KES enjoyed the Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers show "Everybody Loves Pirates". The show featured 15 hand-crafted mouth and rod puppets and a 8 foot paper-mache pirate ship. The show was full of giggles and laughs. Students were given the opportunity to ask questions and see the behind the scenes on how the show was created. Thank you Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers.

1. The After School Program will host the annual Variety Show at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 14th. If your child is in the show please have them arrive at 5:30 in the KES cafeteria. There will be no regular ASP on Thursday, May 14th.
2. There will be raffle tickets for sale at the Variety Show. All ASP students have a packet. Some of the items are legos, snap circuits, gardening supplies. Please consider purchasing a ticket for $5.00. The drawing will be after the show on May 14. You do not need to be present to win.
3. The After School Program ends May 12th. BUT please remember May 14th is the Variety Show.
4. Enrollment forms are being accepted for our Summer Academy. The deadline to have the enrollment forms received is June 5. Please call KES to have a form sent home with your child. Thank-you!

Third graders were following engineering practices to create a cart that “rolled from here to there” with a 30 minute time constraint. They came up with some creative inventions!

Katahdin High School’s National Honor Society members volunteered their time to support the Olympians at the Special Olympics in Presque Isle. Their humility, words of encouragement, and positive attitudes were greatly appreciated by everyone involved.

Author Angeli Perrow returned to Katahdin Elementary for several writing workshops. Pictured are our 5th graders hard at work. Thank You to Angeli for sharing her talent and inspiring our students!

Reminder: there is NO ASP today at the elementary school due to tonight's art show and spring concert (May 6). Students should arrive by 5:30. After viewing the amazing artwork students should sit with their class in the gym for the duration of the concert. Hope to see you there!

*******NOTICE***** SPECIAL EDUCATION FILES FOR STUDENTS BORN IN 1999 WILL BE DESTROYED JUNE 1, 2026 IF YOU ARE A STUDENT BORN DURING THAT YEAR AND WOULD LIKE YOUR RECORDS ( Student must contact) PLEASE CONTACT: SUE BROOKS-SPECIAL EDUCATION OFFICE 207-365-4272

After School Program students explored the Challenger Learning Center. Students were immersed in STEM experiences that inspire teamwork, creativity, and future-ready skills one mission at a time.

Just a reminder that the last day of After School Program is May 12th. We hope to see you all at the Variety Show at 6:00 on May 14th!

Author and illustrator, Angeli Perrow, was our guest at KES Thursday. Students were excited to meet the author of several puzzling mysteries including a book about a Maine lighthouse and another about Fort Knox. We look forward to second visit next week.

May 4-8 is Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week. If you are able to make a sweet to share your appreciation on Friday, please call the school or insert your name into the table provided. Thank you!
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It was a great day to be outside at KES ☀️ Students made the most of recess in the sunshine!