Our Most Improved students and their families enjoying a wonderful evening together at Salt Butter Farms, where they were treated to a delicious meal while celebrating their accomplishments.
4 months ago, Melanie Cullins
Katahdin Schools would like to extend a sincere thank you to the Masons of Katahdin Lodge #98 AF&AM for recognizing our All-Around Most Improved students. One student was chosen from each class from grades 3-12. These students demonstrated exceptional growth throughout the school year through their hard work, perseverance, positive attitudes, and dedication to improvement. Students were honored at the Masons Lodge, where they received certificates in recognition of their accomplishments, and were then treated to a special supper at Salt Butter Farms. We are grateful for the continued support and encouragement our students receive from our community partners!
4 months ago, Melanie Cullins
Our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students had an incredible opportunity to explore the outdoors during a kayaking field trip on the Penobscot River with the Butler Foundation! Students learned about water safety, teamwork, and the natural beauty of our region while enjoying a fun and memorable adventure on the river. Thank you to the Butler Foundation for providing this amazing experience and helping our students build confidence, curiosity, and a love for the outdoors!
4 months ago, Melanie Cullins
2026 Senior - Olivia Mitchell
4 months ago, RSU 89
KES is accepting Enrollment Forms for Summer Academy beginning June 15. Please call the school to have an Enrollment Form sent home with your child. The deadline to return the Enrollment Form is June 5.
4 months ago, Cheryl Anderson
Huge thank you to the Katahdin Mason's Lodge #98 AF&AM, as well as many local contributors for sponsoring our annual Bikes for Books program. 14 lucky students were able to take home a brand new bike as a reward for their hard efforts and love for reading.
4 months ago, RSU 89
The cold morning temperature was a good reminder of how much we love our Ski4Life program!
4 months ago, RSU 89
2026 Senior - Emily McNally
4 months ago, RSU 89
There will NOT be a board meeting tonight as originally scheduled. Please join us next Wednesday, May 27th at 5 pm for our budget presentation at the KES cafeteria.
4 months ago, Melanie Cullins
The After School Program is marching in the Memorial Day parade in Patten. Please meet behind the Patten Fire Dept at 10 a.m. on Monday, May, 25th. We will be walking to the cemetery in Patten. Please have your parents meet you at the cemetery.
4 months ago, Cheryl Anderson
Grade three has been studying the structures of crayfish. We’ve been very observant and discovered their appearance, behaviors and interactions impact how they survive.
4 months ago, RSU 89
2026 Senior - Carly Merry
4 months ago, RSU 89
2026 Senior - Ayanna Lester
4 months ago, RSU 89
Grade three spent some time with Katahdin Woods and Waters yesterday collecting and testing water samples.
4 months ago, RSU 89
Third grades trip to the Orchard was full of problem solving, engineering, solution, mixing, risk taking, peer resolution, collaboration and so much more!! These students never paused for a second!
4 months ago, RSU 89
2026 Senior - Matthew Keim
4 months ago, RSU 89
The RSU 89 Food Pantry will be open Thursday, May 21st from 3:00-4:00 for our final pantry day until September. We have received a large amount of fresh produce to share with families!
Please note that while produce is plentiful, the selection of other pantry items is very limited at this time and will be available on a first come, first served basis.
4 months ago, Cheryl Anderson
Monday, the 5th grade class went on a field trip to Cole Land Transportation Museum. It was a fun and informational day that brought history to life for our students. Students learned so much about Maine's early pioneers and inventors. Students also had the opportunity to see how vehicles, trains, bikes, and farming equipment have transformed through the years.
4 months ago, Leanne Morse
Congratulations to the newest inductees into the National Technical Honor Society through Region II.
We are proud to recognize seniors Ayanna Lester and Natasha Annis, along with juniors Elizabeth Lane, Lily McDonald, and Payton Gardiner for this outstanding achievement.
Membership in the National Technical Honor Society reflects excellence in academics, leadership, skill development, and character. Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off, and we are incredibly proud of each of you!
Please join us in congratulating these students on this well-deserved honor!
4 months ago, RSU 89
Middle and High School students got to receive a visit from MMTA (Maine Motor Transportation Association). They received hands-on experiences inside a 50 foot trailer of different career opportunities in the Big Ole Trucking World. Students were able to sit in a truck simulator and actually drive in multiple weather conditions, many distraction options, and needed to understand the importance of CDL driving. They received education for when they could go for the CDL and some scholarship/grant opportunities that could be available to them. They also had the chance to try out a VR Forklift and that was a challenge! There was also a video simulator that allowed them to tear apart a truck in detail (as far as taking individual nuts and bolts off tires) and then piecing it together.
These kids had fun learning and we appreciate Derek from MMTA providing this service to students all over the State of Maine. Feel free to view their website for more information: MMTA - Tonka
"The three-year project will cost $1.9 million in total, with the federal WORC grant providing $1.2 million or 64 percent of the cost. The remaining $715,328, or 36 percent, will come from the school districts, which have varied sources of funding, and other grants secured by the nonprofit partners."
