Marshwood High School

Marshwood High School Music In NYC · It was a great day today! Students went to the top of the Rock, Ellen’s Stardust Diner, and saw Aladdin.

) MSAD 35 Emergency Snow Day Procedures For pdf: MSAD 35 Emergency Snow Day Procedures https://5il.co/1l1v7 November 18, 2022 Dear Members of the Marshwood Community, As the northern part of Maine experienced its first significant winter weather event this week, I wanted to send out a short note about MSAD 35’s inclement weather procedures. Over the past few years, other school districts across the state and country have moved away from traditional snow days and adopted remote learning days. To that end, MSAD 35 will continue to have traditional snow days. Allowing students, the opportunity to enjoy the thrill of a snow day and go out and enjoy the snow is something that I believe they need and all look forward to. I wanted to share the process that MSAD 35 will be using when assessing driving conditions during winter weather. A number of variables have to be considered as weather conditions in South Eliot, which may vary greatly compared to Rodier Road in South Berwick. As a result, MSAD 35 has always partnered with the Town of Eliot and the Town of South Berwick Emergency Management Directors, as well as each community’s Chief of Police, Fire Chief, and Public Works Director to create clear emergency protocols in the event of a severe weather event or an unanticipated emergency. These protocols provide clear collaborative communication between the towns, the State of Maine, and the school district. In essence, I will gather as much information as possible to make an informed decision regarding our school’s opening, closing, or having a delayed start time and then communicate that information by 5:45 am with members of our school district. Over the past 9 years, some families have questioned why the phone calls to cancel school are so early in the morning; the reality is that our school buses begin their morning routine as early as 5:50 am with the first students being picked up at approximately 6:20 am. Some children are required to walk to their bus stops, up to ½ mile, and will be leaving their homes by 6:00 am. Below you will see listed the various outlets where MSAD 35 will post information in the event of a change in our school’s daily status. ● Posting on the district’s website front page: www.rsu35.org ● Posting on the district’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/pages/Marshwood-Schools/258524500918045 ● Notification via TV channels WCSH Channel 6, WMTW Channel 8 & WGME Channel 13 ● Phone message and email via Thrillshare Earlier in October, I used the Thrillshare calling feature to share important information with the community. That phone call created some confusion as the calling number appeared to originate from Little Rock, Arkansas. I am pleased to share with you that we have worked with Thrillshare and they have assured the District that those emergency phone calls will originate from our local number. It is also important to note that weather conditions can vary across our district and there may be times that you as a parent, may decide to keep your child home when school is open because you feel the conditions are unsafe. I want to assure you that the district will support you in your decision, as we believe that if you as a parent do not feel it is safe to have your child or children attend school, you should keep your children home. If you decide to keep your student home due to unsafe weather conditions, the absence will be considered “excused”. Any work that may be missed may be made up in a reasonable period of time. I also want to provide some clarity for three different scenarios that have caused some confusion in the past that may occur again due to the timing of the inclement weather. - Two Hour Delays – A two-hour delay will result in all schools moving their start times forward 2 hours. Bus pickup times will be 2 hours later than normal. There will be no morning Pre-Kindergarten with a Two-Hour Delay. - Two Hour Delay on a Delayed Start Thursday – A two-hour delay on an Early Release/Delayed Start Thursday will result in all schools starting two hours later than a typical day. For example, Marshwood Middle School typically starts at 7:30 am, but if a 2-hour delay were needed, school would start at 9:30. The Elementary School would start two hours later and still release at the Thursday early release time. - Sanford Regional Technical Center / other out-of-district schools are open but MSAD 35 is closed – When this occurs, there will be no school for all MSAD 35 students. Safety is the priority. Providing a safe environment for our students and staff is our priority. Thank you for your continued support! Sincerely, John S. Caverly, M.Ed. Superintendent of Schools

Congratulations to former Marshwood grad (2020) Cullen Casey on his first team all conference football selection at Husson University! #hawkpride

November 15, 2022 Members of the Marshwood Community, I am writing this afternoon to provide an update on the active shooter threat that occurred at Sanford High School this morning. The threats at Sanford High School and other schools across the State of Maine have been deemed a hoax. As a member district of the Sanford Regional Technical Center, a number of Marshwood High School students attend the SRTC and were present in the building during this extremely traumatic event. This afternoon, Maine Informational Analysis Center provided an update regarding this morning's threat. As many as 7 active shooter threats were made across the State of Maine. According to the timeline, the first threat was called into Sanford High School at approximately 8:20 am this morning. Calls directed at other schools occurred after that initial call. Students and staff at Sanford High School experienced a traumatic event that included a building lockdown, significant medical and law enforcement presence, and the evacuation of the building to an established reunification site. Although it is a relief to hear that the situation was a hoax, the trauma and stress placed on students, staff, families, law enforcement, and administrators are real and very concerning. I cannot express the emotions and fear that these people were placed under as a result of this hoax. These threats must be taken seriously and investigated to the fullest extent in order to ensure the safety of all. In such instances, law enforcement must thoroughly and systematically assess the validity of the threat. Knowing this does not change the anguish that families and friends faced as we waited for accurate information, or nullify the emotions of those who had loved ones at Sanford High School or the SRTC in the midst of this hoax. We will provide any information that we can, once it has been released to us by law enforcement. As a member of the community, a parent, and the leader of our school department, I recognize there is no greater fear than a threat to the safety of the members of our community. As our students return to school, we will offer support and help them process the events that occurred this morning. In addition to communicating with students, staff, and the community, we are working with our school counselors to provide support to all students. Please feel free to reach out to your children’s school counselors as they can help provide resources to process this morning’s events. As frightening and concerning as this morning was, we have faith in the work that we have been doing as a district to ensure the safety of everyone. This includes extensive work on our critical incident and violent critical incident training. We will continue to work hand in hand with local law enforcement and first responders to ensure a safe environment for our community. We will stay vigilant in maintaining safety at each of our schools to ensure our students the educational experience that they deserve. Respectfully, John Caverly

Congratulations to Mia Constantakos, as she was selected as one of the top seniors in the state and represented Marshwood High School in the State Volleyball Senior Showcase on Saturday!

Best of luck to our girls xc team at New Englands today in Rhode Island

Congratulations to our Field Hockey program. The received the MPA Sportsmanship Award this past Saturday at the HS State Championships

Marshwood Theatre Fall 2022 District Musical. More set build success thanks to our set designer and build coordinator Shauna, and all of the volunteers (parents and cast members) ! Don’t forget tickets are available online only! https://www.onthestage.tickets/.../633251aa8ec534124b822c89

The new 3D Printing Club is off and running. Here are some Halloween themed prints from last week. We had 7 students yesterday and 4 were from the middle school. The club is always looking for new ideas if anyone needs anything designed!

Congratulations to Sydney Pergerson for placing 34th at the New England Regional Golf Championships on Monday at the Mohegan Sun Golf Course in Connecticut. It was a great way for her to finish her HS golf career as she was the first female from Marshwood to ever make it to a regional tournament. She was able complete with other girls from Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Vermont and NH. Great job Sydney, we’re all very proud of you and you were a great representative for Marshwood!!

Good News from Marshwood High School Coach Kristen Amato and the Marshwood Field Hockey team were recently named the Class A Sportsmanship Award winner and will be recognized at the November 5th State Championship game at Messalonskee High School.

The Marshwood girls XC team was the Class A state runner up today advancing to the New England Championship on Saturday 11/12 in Rhode Island. This marks the second consecutive year that the girls team has been 2nd in Class A and a NE qualifying team. The Hawks were led by medalists Sarah McClellan (5th) and Addie Fuller (8th) along with scorers Maya Sanzone (18th), Emma Tessier (26th) and Alana Day (31st). Maggie Chamberlain (44th) and Ava Sanzone (81st) were the other Marshwood finishers. Congrats girls!

Congrats to Coach Sanzone & Vinciguerra and our Girls XC team for the Class A Runner up finish today at Twin Brooks in Cumberland

Congrats to Coach Sanzone & Vinciguerra and our Girls XC team for the Class A Runner up finish today at Twin Brooks in Cumberland

Rich Luciano named as NFHS Maine Girls Alpine Ski Coach of the Year.

Great things happening at Marshwood: *Rich Luciano was recognized as the NFHS 2021-22 Alpine Girls Ski Coach of the Year for the entire state of Maine and goes into the running for National Coach of the Year. (See attached) *Kristen Amato and the Marshwood Field Hockey team were recently named the Class A Sportsmanship Award winner and will be recognized at the November 5th State Championship game at Messalonskee HS *Matt Sanzone and Girls XC team recognized as the Class A Sportsmanship Award winner for 2022. *Ben Deschene was named SMAA Boys Soccer Co-Coach of the Year for the 2022 season. He was also named Coach of the Year last season. Ben also attained his 100th career coaching win this Fall on Oct 17th vs Cheverus.

Good News from Marshwood High School Cake Decorating Competition at Marshwood High School Mrs. Lalos' Introduction to Foods & Nutrition class participated in a Halloween-Themed Cake Decorating Competition. Students had to represent one of their team's biggest fears in their design. Cakes were judged by faculty and staff at the high school.

Substitute Teaching Information Night Marshwood Adult Education Free Tuesday, November 8, 6:00-7:30 pm Mashwood High School The Marshwood School District Needs Substitute Teacher This session will provide you with information about the expectations and routines at each of the district schools. You will be provided with a Substitute Handbook, application information and tips for successful substitute teaching experiences. There will be time for questions.. Leader: Vicki Stewart (former teacher and principal) To save a space, please send an email to: Vicki.Stewart@rsu35.org

Good News from Marshwood High School Marshwood High School Students Go Rafting On Sunday, September 25th, 38 Marshwood High School Outdoor Education students departed from the high school at 4:00 am and traveled to the Maine Rafting Expeditions base camp in Millinocket for a day of rafting on the West Branch of the Penobscot River. The river was running fast (3,000 CFS) and the students were greeted by their first class 5 rapids about two minutes into the trip. There were a few 'unscheduled' swims (falling out of the raft, Mr. Patch twice!) and a few 'scheduled' swims throughout the day. The trip ended back at base camp where the students and leaders enjoyed a hardy meal before heading South. The group arrived at MHS at 10 pm that night. All participants would like to thank their Bus Driver, Brian Carroll for safely getting them there and back home safely The Outdoor Education Program began in 2012 when Marshwood High School Educator, Scott Patch, was awarded a Marshwood Education Foundation grant for HOLD (Hawk Outdoor Leadership Development). HOLD began as “a student lead group that provides all students with the opportunity to experience the outdoors”. They established a partnership with the Marshwood Great Works School to provide its fifth-grade students with high school student mentors who traveled with them during the annual Pinkham Notch trips. Since 2012, Mr. Patch has provided Marshwood students with many opportunities to experience outdoor activities. Thank you for all you do, Mr. Patch!

Boys and girls soccer playoff. Games at Marshwood are on as scheduled