Are you ready to rock? Our MMS Rock Band will start rehearsing next Monday, December 8 and every Monday in the Band Room. Singers, drummers, guitarists, keyboards, and more are all welcome!
Any interested students should check in with Mrs. Bisson for more inforamtion.
Any interested students should check in with Mrs. Bisson for more inforamtion.
Each week our school counselors, Sarah Camp and Kathleen Ring start the week off with a School Counselor tip of the week. Check out what they recommend this week!
As we head into a new month, challenge yourself to step out of your comfort zone. Try a new club, pick up a book you wouldn’t normally read, sit with someone different at lunch, or explore a new hobby. You might discover something you really enjoy—or learn something new about yourself. It’s a new month which brings new possibilities!
As we head into a new month, challenge yourself to step out of your comfort zone. Try a new club, pick up a book you wouldn’t normally read, sit with someone different at lunch, or explore a new hobby. You might discover something you really enjoy—or learn something new about yourself. It’s a new month which brings new possibilities!

Congratulations to our MMS students!
We are so proud to celebrate all of the students who earned Honors and High Honors this term. Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance truly shine. Keep up the great work—your efforts do not go unnoticed!
Way to go, Hawks! 🎉📚✨
We are so proud to celebrate all of the students who earned Honors and High Honors this term. Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance truly shine. Keep up the great work—your efforts do not go unnoticed!
Way to go, Hawks! 🎉📚✨


Marshwood students lit up the stage in this year's district musical, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, bringing Roald Dahl's magical world to life with incredible talent and heart. From the Oompa Loompas to Willy Wonka himself, the cast and crew delivered a truly sweet performance that left the audience smiling ear to ear. Our middle school cast and crew shined especially bright, with standout performances that made the show unforgettable!

Marshwood Middle School proudly collected 780 pounds of food during our annual can drive, thanks to the incredible generosity of our students, families, and staff. Your support will make a meaningful difference for local families this season. Congratulations to Mrs. Thompson's and Mrs. LaPointe's Advisories for being top contributors!
Who can? Marshwood Can!

Shop small this holiday season and support the 8th grade class!

8th Grade Walk-A-Thon

12 Days of Giving
In addition to the food drive at MMS the sixth graders are participating in the 12 Days of Giving. In partnership with the Table of Plenty sixth graders are asked to collect items for a Toiletry Basket. Each Advisory is assigned one item to collect for families in need. If your family is able, we hope that you will contribute an item.
Collection is from November 5th- November 21
Advisory Item
Caverly little conditioners
Lawson little shampoos
Bouchard liquid soap
Walker bar soap
Gilpatrick deodorant
Brackett. disposable razors
Eisner shaving cream
Butler toothpaste
Schoff single toothbrushes
Wynne chapstick
Travers handcream
LaPointe indivdually wrapped toilet paper
In addition to the food drive at MMS the sixth graders are participating in the 12 Days of Giving. In partnership with the Table of Plenty sixth graders are asked to collect items for a Toiletry Basket. Each Advisory is assigned one item to collect for families in need. If your family is able, we hope that you will contribute an item.
Collection is from November 5th- November 21
Advisory Item
Caverly little conditioners
Lawson little shampoos
Bouchard liquid soap
Walker bar soap
Gilpatrick deodorant
Brackett. disposable razors
Eisner shaving cream
Butler toothpaste
Schoff single toothbrushes
Wynne chapstick
Travers handcream
LaPointe indivdually wrapped toilet paper
All MMS Basketball Teams will begin Tryout Practices on Monday November 10. Given the holiday on Tuesday and other school related events, team tryouts for the week of November 10, 2026 will be as follows:
A. 7th Grade Girls – All 7th Grade Girls interested in trying out for the school team will meet in the gym from 2:45pm to 4pm on Monday November 10, and Wednesday November 12.
B. 8th Grade Girls – All 8th Grade Girls interested in trying out for the school team will meet in the gym from 3:30pm to 5pm on Monday November 10, Wednesday November 12 and Thursday November 13.
C. 7th Grade Boys – All 7th Grade Boys interested in trying out for the school team will meet in the gym from 5:00pm to 6:30pm on Monday November 10, and Thursday November 13 PLUS on Friday November 14 from 4:00pm – 5:30pm.
D. 8th Grade Boys – All 8th Grade Boys interested in trying out for the school team will meet in the gym from 6:00pm to 7:30pm on Monday November 10, and Thursday November 13, PLUS on Friday November 14 from 2:30pm to 4:00pm.
At the end of the week of November 10, coaches will post information about team rosters
Rick Bean
Marshwood Middle School Athletic Director
626 Dow Highway
Eliot ME 03903
603-312-1111
A. 7th Grade Girls – All 7th Grade Girls interested in trying out for the school team will meet in the gym from 2:45pm to 4pm on Monday November 10, and Wednesday November 12.
B. 8th Grade Girls – All 8th Grade Girls interested in trying out for the school team will meet in the gym from 3:30pm to 5pm on Monday November 10, Wednesday November 12 and Thursday November 13.
C. 7th Grade Boys – All 7th Grade Boys interested in trying out for the school team will meet in the gym from 5:00pm to 6:30pm on Monday November 10, and Thursday November 13 PLUS on Friday November 14 from 4:00pm – 5:30pm.
D. 8th Grade Boys – All 8th Grade Boys interested in trying out for the school team will meet in the gym from 6:00pm to 7:30pm on Monday November 10, and Thursday November 13, PLUS on Friday November 14 from 2:30pm to 4:00pm.
At the end of the week of November 10, coaches will post information about team rosters
Rick Bean
Marshwood Middle School Athletic Director
626 Dow Highway
Eliot ME 03903
603-312-1111
Marshwood Middle School’s Help a Household Food Drive starts this week and runs through November 17th. Each grade will collect specific items to create full meal kits for families in need—and the advisory that collects the most will win a prize. Advisory teachers: please remember to keep track of your class’s donations each day on the shared spreadsheet so we can see which grade is in the lead! Let’s show our Hawk pride and help our community! Who Can? Marshwood Can!

Join us for our annual Veterans Day Assembly

It is scary when you get to June and realize you didn't order an MMS yearbook- pre-order now and save yourself some fright!
Yearbooks can be ordered at www.yearbookforever.com
Yearbooks can be ordered at www.yearbookforever.com

All Marshwood Middle School Athletic Team Activity scheduled for Monday October 20, have been cancelled due to the weather.
The Girls Field Hockey Game scheduled for Monday versus Wells has been moved to play on Tuesday October 21, same time, sme place.
All regular Athletic team activities will resume on Tuesday.
6th Grade Volleyball, scheduled to start at 2:45pm today is still on as scheduled.
Rick Bean
Marshwood Middle School Athletic Director
The Girls Field Hockey Game scheduled for Monday versus Wells has been moved to play on Tuesday October 21, same time, sme place.
All regular Athletic team activities will resume on Tuesday.
6th Grade Volleyball, scheduled to start at 2:45pm today is still on as scheduled.
Rick Bean
Marshwood Middle School Athletic Director
🍎 Marshwood Middle School Joins the Great Apple Crunch!🍎
On Apple Crunch Day, students and staff at Marshwood Middle School joined thousands across New England to celebrate healthy eating and local agriculture with one loud, collective CRUNCH! Together, advisories and lunch groups bit into crisp, locally sourced apples to promote wellness and support Maine farmers. The event was part of the Farm to School movement, which encourages students to learn where their food comes from and make healthy choices. Smiles, laughter, and plenty of crunching could be heard throughout the school as MMS showed its Hawk pride for healthy living and community connection.
On Apple Crunch Day, students and staff at Marshwood Middle School joined thousands across New England to celebrate healthy eating and local agriculture with one loud, collective CRUNCH! Together, advisories and lunch groups bit into crisp, locally sourced apples to promote wellness and support Maine farmers. The event was part of the Farm to School movement, which encourages students to learn where their food comes from and make healthy choices. Smiles, laughter, and plenty of crunching could be heard throughout the school as MMS showed its Hawk pride for healthy living and community connection.

The Boys 7th & 8th Grade Soccer Game at Biddeford for today has been Cancelled. Both teams will practice 2:30 - 4pm.
Thanks,
Rick.
Thanks,
Rick.
🎃 Get Ready for Our Halloween Bash! 👻
We’re excited to announce our Halloween Bash on Wednesday October 29th from 6-8 at MMS. Join us for a spook-tacular evening filled with costumes, games, music, and treats. Students and staff are all welcome—come dressed in your favorite costume (school-appropriate, of course!) and get ready for some frightful fun. We can’t wait to celebrate together! 🕸️🧡
We’re excited to announce our Halloween Bash on Wednesday October 29th from 6-8 at MMS. Join us for a spook-tacular evening filled with costumes, games, music, and treats. Students and staff are all welcome—come dressed in your favorite costume (school-appropriate, of course!) and get ready for some frightful fun. We can’t wait to celebrate together! 🕸️🧡
Due to the inclement weather today, all Marshwood Middle School Athletic Team practices have been cancelled for Thursday September 25, 2025. All teams will resume practice on Friday including our Girls & Boys Cross Country Teams competing in a meet at Berwick Academy.
The MMS fall sports season is off to a strong and competitive start! From the endurance and teamwork of our Cross Country runners, to the grit and determination of our Field Hockey team, to the skill and hustle shown on the pitch by our Boys’ and Girls’ Soccer teams—our student-athletes are giving their all. Every game and meet has brought energy, growth, and plenty of school pride. Thank you to our coaches, families, and fans for the support—let’s keep the momentum going as the season unfolds!

Building Assets, Reducing Risks (BARR) at MMS
This year, Marshwood Middle School is excited to continue our work with BARR (Building Assets, Reducing Risks)—a nationally recognized program that helps schools build stronger relationships, support student strengths, and improve academic outcomes. The heart of BARR is simple: when every student is seen, heard, and supported, they thrive. Through BARR, our staff meet regularly to share insights, coordinate supports, and build connections with students and families.
One of the key pieces of BARR is I-Time—short for “Individual Time”—where teachers lead lessons designed to strengthen relationships, teach social-emotional skills, and build our school community. These lessons are interactive, engaging, and focused on helping students feel connected both to one another and to their teachers.
Our First I-Time
. n September, we’ll kick off our very first I-Time of the year! The lesson will focus on getting to know one another, celebrating what makes each student unique, and setting the tone for a supportive school year. Students will take part in team-building activities that help them feel included and valued while learning more about the classmates they’ll share their middle school journey with.
This first session is just the beginning. Each month, I-Time will give students and staff a chance to pause, connect, and strengthen the culture of care at MMS—helping us all live out our belief that every student matters, every day.
This year, Marshwood Middle School is excited to continue our work with BARR (Building Assets, Reducing Risks)—a nationally recognized program that helps schools build stronger relationships, support student strengths, and improve academic outcomes. The heart of BARR is simple: when every student is seen, heard, and supported, they thrive. Through BARR, our staff meet regularly to share insights, coordinate supports, and build connections with students and families.
One of the key pieces of BARR is I-Time—short for “Individual Time”—where teachers lead lessons designed to strengthen relationships, teach social-emotional skills, and build our school community. These lessons are interactive, engaging, and focused on helping students feel connected both to one another and to their teachers.
Our First I-Time
. n September, we’ll kick off our very first I-Time of the year! The lesson will focus on getting to know one another, celebrating what makes each student unique, and setting the tone for a supportive school year. Students will take part in team-building activities that help them feel included and valued while learning more about the classmates they’ll share their middle school journey with.
This first session is just the beginning. Each month, I-Time will give students and staff a chance to pause, connect, and strengthen the culture of care at MMS—helping us all live out our belief that every student matters, every day.

