It's time to schedule Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences! Conferences are Thursday, March 11, and Tuesday, March 16, from 3:00 - 7:00 pm. The scheduler will open for appointments on Monday, Feb. 22 at 8:00 am.Here is the link: Manchester Spring Conference Scheduler Click on the link, log in with your email address, create a password, select your child's... READ MORE >
Click here for the website! or visit bit.ly/MES2021bookfair READ MORE >
The Maranacook Education Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of grants this fall. These grants will be used to enhance programming in all curriculum areas and at all grade levels. We thank the staff who took the time to develop and submit these outstanding applications. The students in our school community will certainly benefit from the learning... READ MORE >
Meet Alicia D'Angelo, an educational technician at Manchester Elementary School who is receiving an Employee Recognition Certificate from the Maranacook Education Foundation. Alicia was nominated by a student for this honor. The student who nominated her is Hunter Norwood and Alicia is conducting a remote lesson with Hunter at the time of this presentation. Our... READ MORE >
A new time has been added to our Family Code Night, Monday, December 7th. You now have a choice of times: 6:00 PM or 8:00 PM for an hour of fun-filled coding activities that you and your child can do together. This is a nationwide event sponsored by code.org. This year, it will be a virtual LiveStream, so you and your children can participate from the comfort of... READ MORE >
MEF 2020-2021 GRANT APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE RICK WILSONFRIDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2020 The Maranacook Education Foundation (MEF) is pleased to request proposals for its 2020 grant awards. MEF, founded in 2006, is a non-profit, charitable organization serving the communities of Fayette, Manchester, Mount Vernon, Readfield and Wayne. The MEF grant program seeks to... READ MORE >
MARANACOOK EDUCATION FOUNDATION OCTOBER EMPLOYEE RECOGNITIONMeet Shannon Cole, a Speech Pathologist at Manchester Elementary School who is receiving an Employee Recognition Certificate from the Maranacook Education Foundation. Shannon was nominated by a parent for this honor. Our Superintendent, Jay Charette, is presenting the certificate to Shannon. The... READ MORE >
Dear Parent/Guardian, During the upcoming holiday season, the school nurses will work closely with local food pantries, fire stations, churches and town halls to provide new clothing and toys to children who might otherwise not receive any presents for the holidays. If you need help this holiday season, please complete the enclosed application and return it to... READ MORE >
It's time to schedule Parent-Teacher Conferences! Conferences are Thursday, Nov. 19th and Monday, Nov. 23, from 3:00-7:00 pm. The scheduler will open for appointments on Tuesday, Oct. 20th at 8:00 am. Here is the link: Manchester Fall Conference Scheduler Click on the link, log in with your email address, create a password, select your child's teacher, and... READ MORE >
Click the links below to view the parent slide presentations about the one-to-one devices recently deployed. Students in grades K-4 were given iPads. Students in grade 5 were given Chromebooks. READ MORE >
Dear Staff and Families of RSU 38, In compliance with the Department of Education requirements for in person learning, RSU 38 has selected Ruvna as our daily COVID-19 screening tool. Beginning on Thursday, September 24th, Ruvna will deliver a daily link by email and/or text each morning by 6:30 am. You will receive one link that will include everyone in your... READ MORE >
Here are the bus schedules for this year! Bus Schedules READ MORE >
MES is ready and excited for the arrival of students. September 8th grades k-2 and September 9th for all students. Classrooms and the cafeteria have been redesigned and new drop off and dismissal procedures are in place. We even have a tent outback for an outside classroom space. All we need now is CHILDREN. We are so eager to see everyone! READ MORE >
RSU 38/Maranacook Area Schools is pleased to announce the availability of applying for Free and Reduced Price Meals online! The process is SAFE, SECURE, PRIVATE, and AVAILABLE anytime, anywhere!Safe & SecureWe use the highest level of data encryption available, meaning that your information is always safe and guarded.Private & AvailableApply online in the comfort... READ MORE >
TWO FREE CODING CAMPS for elementary students from code.org!Scratch Camp FREE! Daily, one hour at 1pm, for two weeks, July 27 to Aug 7, Monday through Friday. For grades 3 & up, Parents & educators welcome! No coding experience required.Click here to register. Start to Code Camp FREE! Daily, one hour at 3pm, for two weeks, July 27 to Aug 7, Monday through Friday.... READ MORE >
Attached is a presentation that was shared with the RSU #38 Board at a special meeting last night, July 22, 2020. I want to acknowledge that there is A LOT of anxiety about returning to school! Please know that our focus is to do this with a lens focused on safety for our students AND staff. Jay Charette, Superintendenthttps://5il.co/ikoi READ MORE >
Any laptops, iPads, or Kajeets (or missing chargers, bags, or cases) from any of the district schools that still need to be turned in can be dropped off at Maranacook Community High School Tuesday morning from 6 am to 9 am or Thursday afternoon from 3-5:30 pm. Bills for missing items will be sent out after this collection. Thank you for your help in turning in... READ MORE >
Summer is a great time to read, so why not start with the KVBA booklist? The RSU38 Kennebec Valley Book Award Reading Program is a way to experience the best new children’s literature selected by our district’s elementary library staff. Our goal is 100% participation in grades 3, 4, and 5 during the summer and school year. Students will keep track of how many... READ MORE >
MES 5th graders "Chalked the School Yard"!On Sunday evening, Manchester 5th graders came with their families to leave messages of good-bye and well wishes for all!Such a treat for all the teachers to see on Monday morning. Pre-K and Kindergarten families came today for Student Belonging Pick-up and shared in our good-bye messages. READ MORE >
Dear Parents,The RSU #38 Elementary Tech Team has created a website with elementary parents in mind to support the use of Technology! On this website you will find links to distance learning menus, links to online learning sites, like DreamBox, Lexia, and eSpark as well as links to learning platforms that teachers are using like Google Classroom, SeeSaw, and Class... READ MORE >
MES teachers and staff are sending students heartfelt messages! We miss you, see you soon!MES Family Video READ MORE >
In RSU #38, if you or someone you know is in need of food, we can help! Food Boxes can be picked up on Fridays from 3-4pm at Maranacook High School. Just drive up, grab and go! READ MORE >
April 13, 2020 Dear Students, Staff, Families, and Communities, It is with a heavy heart that I send the following update to RSU #38’s response to the current health crisis surrounding Covid-19. As many of you know, Commissioner Makin from the Maine Department of Education issued a recommendation late Tuesday, April 7th encouraging schools to move to continued... READ MORE >
Pre-K and Kindergarten screenings have been postponed, but we still want to hear from you! If you haven’t already called with your student’s information, please call so we can obtain important contact information, as well as information on your student. We will be in contact with you as plans are developed. Pre-K: Call 685-3336 x6 Kindergarten: Call your local... READ MORE >
April 3, 2020 Dear students, staff, parents and communities, On Thursday, April 2, our Governor implemented a “Stay at Home” order that extends through the month of April. We, of course, will comply with this order but that will mean RSU 38 schools will be closed until Monday, May 4th. Governor Mills also sent out guidance around essential personnel, which we... READ MORE >
RSU #38 Elementary Schools will be open for drive-thru pick up of essential school materials (learning activities) on Friday, March 27th at the following times: 8:00-10:00 am3:00-5:00 pm When picking up these materials, parents should do the following: Enter school property using the bus entrance.Please do not get out of your car. There will be staff present to... READ MORE >
March 20, 2020 Dear Families, I’d like to start by thanking you for your patience with the schools during this unprecedented health care crisis. We want to acknowledge that students and their families are doing their best to navigate through a barrage of constantly changing information. The recent declaration of a civil state of emergency by Governor Mills was... READ MORE >
Important notice! We are pleased to announce......RSU #38 Drive thru Meal Service Free for students/children Begins: Wednesday, March 18 continuing through March 27th Location: Mount Vernon Elementary School Time: 7:00 - 9:00 am daily (Monday through Friday) This site is open to all students in RSU #38 and Fayette! Breakfast and lunch will be included in... READ MORE >
March 15, 2020 12:30 pmDear Families, At this time, all schools in RSU 38 are closed through March 27th. This closure is in response to the call by medical professionals to implement practices of social distancing as we all work to minimize the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). This closure is not the result of any suspected or confirmed cases of... READ MORE >
March 12, 2020Dear Parents, The purpose of this letter is to update you on our district’s response to Covid-19 (coronavirus). At this time, we do not have any confirmed cases in our school community, although this could possibly change in... READ MORE >
PRE-K & KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATIONFOR THE 2020-21 SCHOOL YEAR It is time to register your child for the 2020-2021 Pre-K or Kindergarten class. Pre-K: Call 685-3336 x6 to schedule a time for screening. Pre-K screenings will be held May 13-15, 2020. Kindergarten: Call your local elementary school to enroll your child and schedule a time for screening.... READ MORE >
February 28, 2020 Dear MES Families, In an effort to be prepared for any emergency, we have scheduled an off site Evacuation Drill at MES. The scenario we will be using is that of a reported propane smell in the school. On Friday, March 6th, we will evacuate the school beginning at 9:00. As a real life practice drill, Manchester Fire Department as well as... READ MORE >
Feb. 28 thru March 6MES Book FairClick on the link above for more information. To go cash-free, scroll down the page and click "Get Started" to create an eWallet account. READ MORE >
The Trout Eggs Are Here By Ava Pare Trout eggs have arrived in the 5th grade and we have 350 of them! We have to take care of them too. Ms. Cami from Friends of the Cobbossee taught us how to take care of them. When a fish egg is white it means that the fish has unfortunately died. If this happens (we hope it doesn’t) then we have to remove the egg. Two 5th... READ MORE >
It's Parent-Teacher Conference time again! Conferences are Tues., March 10 and Thurs., March 19, 3:00-7:00 pm. The scheduler will open for appointments on Wed., Feb. 12 at 8:00 am. Here is the link:MES Spring Conference Scheduler Click on the link, log in with your email address and create a password, select your child's teacher, and select a day and time to... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Community Members and Staff, The RSU #38 Board of Directors has started their budget meetings, preparing for the FY 2021 school year. I encourage you to attend the budget workshop meetings (listed below). It is important that the Board hear from citizens as they work to develop a budget that focuses on “Promoting student success in all areas, as we... READ MORE >
Manchester students and parents had a great time coding together at RSU 38's Family Code Night held on Dec. 12th. at the middle school. Our thanks to the middle school iTeam for organizing and running it! READ MORE >
MES 3rd grade students spent the afternoon with Mr. Barns advisee group for Kid's Who Care.High school students led group games during lunch recess and then joined 3rd grade students in the classroom for science lessons. READ MORE >
Our theme this year at MES is KINDNESS. All students and staff created colorful rocks with important powerful messages. The rocks are on display in our garden in the circle of our front parking lot. Our messages include: Share, Smile, Be Kind, Peace, Joy and You Rock to list a few. Take a walk through the circle and read our powerful messages. READ MORE >
Dear Parents, December is usually the start of messy winter weather in Maine, and it seems to have arrived early this year! Our district has developed a plan to use a Remote Learning School Day and at this point in the season that could be any day now. The goal of developing a pilot program such as a Remote Learning School Day is to engage students in meaningful... READ MORE >
Beginning next week, we will be using our new integrated alert system, Thrillshare, to send out Food Service and Attendance Alerts. Attendance Alerts will go to parents who's student has been marked absent, unexcused around 9:30 am each school day. Parents should call the school before 9 to let the school know that their student will be absent.Food Service Alerts... READ MORE >
The RSU 38 Technology Department is hosting a "Family Code Night" - a great opportunity for students in grades 4 and 5 and their parents to spend an hour together engaging in fun coding games and activities. No experience required! NEW Date: Thursday, December 12. Time: 6:30-7:30pm (6:15 check-in) Place: Maranacook Middle School cafeteria Registration is... READ MORE >
MES 5th grade students are heavily involved in a science unit on space.This unit is designed for important hands on learning time for all students to create projects that demonstrate our solar system. READ MORE >
Nutrition Director Jeff Bridges orders apples from Pine Bluff Farm in Mt. Vernon and from Lakeside Orchard in Manchester. He also orders vegetables from Emery Farm in Wayne and Elvin’s Farm in Readfield. Annabessacook Farm in Winthrop also provides produce to local schools. Thank you to our local farmers and to our food service team for providing healthy options... READ MORE >
Dear Parent/Guardian, During the upcoming holiday season, the school nurses will work closely with local food pantries, fire stations, churches and town halls to provide new clothing and toys to children who might otherwise not receive any presents for the holidays. If you need help this holiday season, please complete the enclosed application and return it to... READ MORE >
MES students learned about reptiles with Chewonki's science educators presenting Scales and Tails Program. Students in grades k-5 were enchanted to learn about turtles, lizards and snakes. This experiential learning begins our non-fiction literacy units. On Oct. 31st students will celebrate snakes through stories, games and crafts. Thank you to our PTCO for... READ MORE >
Thank you Manchester Fire Department for your Fire Safety Presentation;The important messages we learned today:* Practice Fire Drills at home with a meeting spot outside your home.* If your home is on fire, get down and GET OUT!* Make sure all homes have working smoke detectors with new batteries.(Contact the Manchester Fire Department if you are in need of a smoke... READ MORE >
It's Parent-Teacher Conference time already! Tues., Nov. 5 and Thurs., Nov. 14, 3:00-7:00 pm. Here's how to schedule your conference: Click on this link: Pick-a-Time for Manchester Elementary Log in with your email address and create a password, select your child's teacher, and select a day and time to meet. It's that simple! READ MORE >
MES students were a fabulous audience for performer Scot Cannon. Scot is a mime, musician and all around entertainer. He delivered a special message throughout the performance.Three Things to Remember:1. Save Someone's Day2. Stand up with your friends3. Always take the time to be kind. READ MORE >
Greetings! Let’s Go!, a program of the Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital at Maine Medical Center, would like to congratulate you and your cafeteria staff for achieving 2019 Let’s Go! Smarter Lunchroom recognition atManchester Elementary School. This recognition program honors school lunchrooms that are implementing best practices that reduce waste and increase... READ MORE >
Many, many families attend the MES annual Open House on Thursday, September 12th. It was fabulous to have so many visit classrooms, meet new teachers and share completed work.The special event of the evening was the unveiling of the new Buddy Bench. The funds for the bench were raised by last year's fifth grade students, who were invited to join us for the... READ MORE >
Kindergarten students at Manchester Elementary School have been busy building a community of Mathematicians. Mathematicians take care of their tools, talk to their friends about math, and most importantly, have fun! READ MORE >
MES Open House Thursday, September 12th 6:00-7:00 PM for grades k-5 Children and Parents are invited to: Visit classrooms, learn about classroom expectations, meet new teachers and new friends. 6:50 PM Buddy Bench unveiling on the playground. Last year's 5th graders are invited to join us for the unveiling. Snacks provided by MIKA READ MORE >
We are loving our new app! Stay updated with access to real-time sports scores, the daily cafeteria menu, news from administrators, student stories, and even emergency notifications. https://drive.google.com/file/... You can download the app for free on both Google Play or the Apple App Store. Download for Android: http://bit.ly/2vLTAuRDownload for iPhone:... READ MORE >
It's been a very busy week, but we are ready and very, very excited to see our kids tomorrow!! READ MORE >
The renovations at MES are almost complete.......but the last of the classrooms are being cleaned today and tomorrow and there is much to be done in the school.So, in the interest of time in classrooms for teachers and safety throughout the building we are canceling the Meet & Greet Night (grades 1-5) planned for Monday, August 26th.Pre-K and Kindergarten will... READ MORE >
Linda Paré...is starting her second year in RSU #38. Last year she taught third grade in Wayne. She has also worked as a fifth grade teacher, a head start teacher, and as an Ed Tech. Linda graduated from the University of Maine with a B.S. in Administration of Criminal Justice. She also obtained certifications in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. Linda... READ MORE >
We’re thrilled to announce Maranacook Area Schools’ new app! It’s Everything Maranacook, in your pocket. https://drive.google.com/file/... With the new app, you can access sports scores, cafeteria menus, news updates, and even emergency notifications. Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2vLTAuR or iPhone: https://apple.co/2vQ9jJ7. READ MORE >
Ms, Audrey, Danforth, our Literacy Specialist attended UMF for an education degree and completed her Masters in Education through Cambridge College. The first 20 years of her career were spent as a classroom teacher, Reading Recovery Teacher, District Literacy Specialist, and Data Manager for a report card reporting system in a Maine school district. She ventured... READ MORE >
Time to begin getting ready for back to school! Here are the supply lists for each grade level! Classroom Supply Lists Happy Shopping! READ MORE >
The MES school library will be open a few hours each week. All families are invited to come in to check out books. Reading is so very important and we want to support our student's reading experiences throughout the summer. The library will be open on the following days and times: (summer renovations may create a challenge on particular weeks; stay tuned for... READ MORE >