Katahdin Schools

Spirit Week will be happening at Katahdin Schools. Here is your chance to show off your school spirit as we celebrate each day with fun themes. High school students will earn Cougar Points for CougarFest daily for dressing up.

A special THANK YOU to Katahdin Trust in Patten for generously providing our Lady Cougars and their coaches with goodie bags packed with drinks and snacks for their trip to Bangor today!.

Second graders enjoyed a Winter Ecology presentation led by Crystal Lewis from Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. Students learned about deciduous and coniferous trees during the winter months and participated in a scavenger hunt to reinforce their learning.

Laughter and encouragement filled the ice rink as classmates supported one another, promoted physical activity, built confidence, and created lasting memories together as a school community before heading into February break.

Before vacation, our elementary students had the opportunity to participate in a fun and memorable ice-skating experience. Students eagerly laced up their skates and took to the ice, many trying something new while others built on skills they had already developed.

High School students took part in a career exploration trip to Davis Brothers Inc (DBI). They were able to visually see the testing tool that confirms a weld is up to code, how a machine can do a simple weld for smaller projects, stainless steel projects, and opportunities for careers in welding. They were also able to see the in's and out's of running a business. Thanks to Gear Up and DBI for providing this opportunity for our students while showing them the value of trades.

The 11th annual Read to ME Challenge is occurring during the month of February through the Maine Department of Education. Mainers are encouraged to read to and/or with children for at least 15 minutes a day. Reading to a child for 15 minutes per day for five years results in 27,375 minutes of language exposure, which can lead to high literacy development. Research indicates that the simple act of reading aloud helps children to build language, acquire vocabulary, develop knowledge about the world, and create bonds with trusted adults.

Katahdin Schools students are having fun learning to ski and snowboard at Big Rock on Fridays. Check out the smiles in these photos.

Elementary students took part in a yoga session during their gym class, learning new poses and practicing mindfulness.

Fifth-grade students have been exploring and learning about weather in science class. Here they are presenting their research reports to show what they learned.

On Friday, KES students marked the 100th day of school with a variety of classroom activities centered on the milestone. Several students even dressed up to look like they were 100 years old, adding to the fun and celebration.

Students created visual aids to help them understand a cubic foot and cubic meter in their math class.

Due to a storm day tomorrow and there being no school, Tuesday's lunch menu for the elementary school will change. Breakfast will still stay yogurt parfaits. Lunch will now be Mac and Cheese, Chicken Tenders, Peas, Peaches, and milk.

WEATHER ALERT: Due to the winter storm expected tonight and tomorrow, there will be no school for Katahdin students on Monday, January 26th.

Extra photos capturing students' engagement during the ice fishing presentation led by Allagash George and Maine Guides.

A fun and informative visit for our elementary and middle school students with Allagash George and local guides! Students learned about ice fishing and outdoor careers. The school even received ice fishing traps and jig poles as a gift. 🎣

WARMING CENTER ACTIVATED: STACYVILLE AREA
Due to the cold weather, a Warming Center is opening at Katahdin Middle High School for residents in need of a safe, heated space.
WHERE: Katahdin Middle High School (800 Station Rd, Stacyville). Please use the Main Entrance.
WHEN: Tomorrow, Saturday, Jan 24, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
PET POLICY: Service animals are welcome.
TRANSPORTATION: Please note that transportation is not available. Residents must provide their own travel to and from the center.
REMINDER: Please bring any necessary medications, phone chargers, and personal items you may need during these hours.
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Due to extreme cold temperatures and windchills predicted for tomorrow, January 23rd, Ski 4 Life has been canceled.