
Two full time positions, Custodian/Bus Driver


Please read the message attached below. I hope that each of you understands that I care about the students and staff in RSU 89 and that my decision was not made without reflection and intense thought.


Long Term Sub All About Food/Kitchen Support


What may appear to be wintertime fun and frivolity are lessons in teamwork, leadership, and communication--check out the pics below from ODE yesterday--







Food Service


Before break, one of our students began a drive to collect goods for the Houlton Humane Society. On that Friday, he delivered much needed pet supplies and a check for $150 to Houlton’s Humane Society. Volunteer Linda Sewell greeted us warmly and expressed genuine gratitude for the donations. John was treated to a tour of the facility and was able to visit with the shelter cats and dogs awaiting adoption. Thanks to our Katahdin Schools students and staff who contributed to this worthy cause. Thinking of adopting or volunteering your time? Visit the home page to view the pets up for adoption and more information. Thanks to John for sharing his time and kind heart with the pets while they await their forever home.





Good morning students, staff, and community members. The beginning of 2024 brings with it a new hope for bright futures, renewed excitement for connections with friends and family, and a sense of peace in new beginnings. As we prepare for a stellar hope-filled 2024, please know that we are grateful for each of you and your support of our schools in RSU 89. Through this transition into 2024, let's remember together that Communication is Key! Here's to parent, community, & school partnerships that lead to student success--Happy New Year!



Good afternoon community members, parents, students, and staff. This notice is a reminder that there will be a memorial service for Loren Ritchie held in the Loren H. Ritchie Gymnasium at Katahdin Middle High School. Any community member who would like to pay respects to this dedicated educator and former principal is welcome to attend at 1:00 PM on Saturday, December 30, 2023.


Christmas Spirit is alive and well (and Cozy!) at KMHS as we celebrate "Flannel Day" & try to show each other up in our best duds--check out the fuzzy flannel classes!






As promised, here are the "Ugly Sweater" pics from today! Look at the great imagination and smiles--staff included!







Yesterday's "Dress up Like Your Favorite Christmas Character Day" showed a lot of variety from our KMHS students' imaginations! Today's "Ugly Sweater" will be posted soon, so until then, enjoy the Character Day!






KMHS is Decking the Halls this week with competitions between the classes! Middle school is decorating doors and HS has their themed walls & trees creating an atmosphere of celebration and gratitude. Each day students have "dress-up days" with different themes to get them in the spirit AND earn points for our upcoming CougarFest!
Today was pajama day (see photos!), tomorrow is "Christmas character day", Wednesday is "Ugly Sweater Day", Thursday is "Flannel Day", & Friday is "Class Color Day" (Freshman = Blue, Sophomores = White, Juniors = Red, and Seniors = Black)






Anticipated Grade 3 Long Term Substitute Teacher

Please see the attached image for this week's BB schedules. Thanks Craig for including this to keep us organized and aware!


Good afternoon RSU 89 students, staff, and community members! One of our students has asked if we will provide a space to collect supplies for pets that will be donated to local animal shelters. So, in this time of giving and meeting the needs of others, our furry friends need some support too! If you can donate any of the items on the attached flyer, we are looking to collect until December 22nd. Items can be dropped off at either the KES or KMHS offices and we thank you in advance for your support of our community pets!


Good afternoon everyone! A reminder that here at RSU 89, we have some events going on and coming up!
KES is hosting a festival of trees this week, and their music concert is on Thursday, December 14th!
KMHS has a craft fair on Saturday, December 16th with over 40 vendors. There will be food, crafts, and lots of goodies to see! Also, on Saturday there are two basketball games in the gym. We hope to see many community members there!

The Festival of Trees is under way. We hope to see you soon!



Ed Tech III/Food and Garden Educator

NOTICE RSU 89 KATAHDIN SCHOOLS REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) Pursuant to Section 15915 of Title 20-A of the Maine Revised Statutes and Maine Department of Education School Revolving Renovation Fund (SRRF), the RSU 89 Katahdin Schools requests qualifications from energy service companies for an energy conservation/air quality improvement project. Parties interested in receiving a Request for Qualifications document and submitting a response must notify RSU #89 Business Manager Heather Hale, RSU 89 Katahdin Schools, hhale@rsu89.org, for a copy of the RFQ. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE. The selected company will be responsible for the completion of all aspects of the design and the work of the project in compliance with Section 15915, and Maine DOE SRRF including guarantees of performance and long-term maintenance. Qualifications must be submitted no later than Thursday, December 28, 2023.