
The annual free Influenza (Flu) vaccination clinic for all students PreK - 12 will be held on Friday October 28th. Paperwork was sent home with all students and is available in each main office if you would like your student to participate. Signed forms need to be returned by October 21st.


There will be a craft fair at Katahdin High School on December 10 from 10-3. We are looking for Venders. If you are interested call school at 365-4218 to sign up. The cost of the space is $20.


Middle school math classes are using strategies to help strengthen students' math skills--math games are one great way to accomplish this and keep learning fun! These games practice basic operations, strategy, problem solving skills which all come in handy in and out of the classroom 🧮🧩🤩




Grade 2 updates from Katahdin Elementary School, where learning happens everywhere!
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There is a school committee meeting on Thursday, October 20, 2022 at 5 PM at the KES cafeteria. All are welcome to attend.

Students in forensics are studying fingerprints and how they can be used to link a suspect to a crime. Fingerprints can be split into 3 major categories: loops, whorls, and arches. Once categorized forensic scientists need to analyze minutiae, small fingerprint details, to decide who the fingerprint belongs to specifically. Students used a document camera/interactive white board to look for specific minutiae in their own fingerprints. They also used a balloon to inflate their fingerprints to create larger minutiae detail.


Freshman in Earth science are currently studying astronomy and the systems that the Earth is involved with in the universe. Pictured are students using flashlights and balls to represent the sun-earth-moon system, and how the three planetary bodies impact each other and create different phenomena like the phases of the moon.


Join us for some ghoulish good times at Katahdin High School on October 22nd from 6-9 P.M. for our Annual Haunted Trail sponsored by KMHS Student Council--Ages 12 and up or parental guidance needed for younger goblins. 👻🎃 Price: $5 per guest. We hope to see you there!


Staff at KMHS spent the Friday afternoon learning social emotional and self care strategies to add to their tool box of skills. Gary Crocker, from West Gardiner Maine, spent time sharing stories, making up facts and creating belly laughter from everyone! He ended his message with two take aways - staff have no idea the impact they make on students everyday and be kind even when it seems ok to stand your ground.
Thanks to everyone who generously donated to the Donors Choose grant that supported this event.
Shelley




Updated job posting for an 1:1 Ed Tech III at KMHS. Please contact Deven Lester for more information. dlester@rsu89.org

Grade 5 learned about the East Branch of the Penobscot River. They discovered animals native to the region and examined the benefits of undisturbed land and clean water. Students look for signs of wildlife and tested river water to determine chemical levels.
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Please review our first Katahdin Schools District Newsletter! Published quarterly, the newsletter will include district level updates on our strategic plan and the development of our non-profit organization, Katahdin Children and Families Foundation.
https://5il.co/1ixw7


Please join us for our in person Facilities Committee Meeting on Thursday! KMHS Auditorium
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Last week our Farm to School friend, Jon Thurston, taught us how to work together to press fresh cider. Apples were gathered from various community members and from the Katahdin Children and Families Foundation’s incredible orchard! Thank you to everyone involved!





The KES After School Program has begun! Students in grades 2-6 have enjoyed activities such as mat mazes, board games, cooking, building, and music.
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A great start to the school year!
School attendance for students:
KES 94%
KMHS 96%
Way to go!
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There is a school committee meeting for RSU #89 on Thursday, September 22nd at 5 pm in the KES cafeteria. All are welcome to attend.

Back to School BBQ~ Thanks to everyone who came out for a wonderful evening!
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Katahdin Boosters calendar sales are beginning for 2023 calendars! Be on the lookout for the forms that are being sent home with your students. Proceeds from this fundraiser will be put towards a scholarship for our seniors. Your support is greatly appreciated.
If you are interested in purchasing an ad on the calendar, contact Lisa Rush at KMHS>


Hello everyone, I just wanted you to know we have the best lunch ladies at KMHS! Love, Roscoe