MHS STUDENT & FAMILY NEWSLETTER

RSU 57 & Massabesic High School

"Preparing students for success in an ever-changing world."

Hello Mustang Nation,

The MHS Student Council is hosting a Spirit Week to lead us into April Break.

Monday 04.13: "White Lies" - Wear a white t-shirt with a school appropriate white lie written on it. For example: "I LOVE coming to school on time!"

Tuesday 4.14: "Throwback" - Dress as your younger self or a past decade.

Wednesday 4.15: "Wacky Wednesday" - Wear crazy colors, backwards clothes, silly hairdos, etc.

Thursday 4.16: "Hawaiian Vacation" - Dress for that dream aloha vacation

Morning Meetings this Week:

Tuesday, 04.14.26

Non-College Pathways after Graduation Session w/Mrs. Kearney (Library)

The Resiliency Project (Mrs. Desjardins, Room 43)

Financial Aid Informational Meeting with Ms. Curtis (in Mr. Thurlow's office)

Zero Waste Club (Mr. Nduaguibe)

Thursday, 04.16.26

Non-College Pathways after Graduation Session w/Mrs. Kearney (Library)

Military/Armed Forces Information Session w/Mr. Rodgers (small cafeteria)

Class of 2026 Meeting (Auditorium)

Mustang Theater Meeting (Room 1 w/Mrs. Leavitt)

Zero Waste Club (Mr. Nduaguibe)

As a reminder, our Green/White day rotation for this week is below:

Monday, 04.13.26 - GREEN

Tuesday, 04.14.26 - WHITE

Wednesday, 04.15.26 - GREEN

Thursday, 04.16.26 - WHITE

Take care,

-Mr. Thurlow

We are pleased to announce a weekly installment of inspirational messages from a caring and dedicated student voice. We hope that these messages inspire reflection, joy, courage, and kindness as we all navigate the highs and lows of the push to the end of the school year. We are fortunate to have such passionate and kindhearted student voices at Massabesic High School. This week's message is as follows:

"Something intellectual is anything you’re willing to question”

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Congratulations to the following students who have demonstrated great effort and commitment within their programming at Sanford Regional Technical Center. These are now recognized as members of the NTHS along with thousands of other students across the nation. Congratulations to all!

The Resiliency Project continues to focus on spreading awareness about trauma during the month of April. This week, we went over facts and myths about trauma to help combat some of the misconceptions about trauma.

For example, one myth is that all trauma will just heal over time. In fact, for some people, the symptoms of trauma can be delayed for months or even years after the traumatic event. Another myth is that trauma is always physical or direct. The fact is that emotional, verbal, and indirect trauma can have the same impact as a physical or direct trauma. Some believe the myth that trauma is a one-time event. In fact, trauma can be chronic, such as ongoing abuse or neglect, or even systematic, like living in poverty.

Next week, we will focus on information about the symptoms associated with living with trauma and both the short-term and long-term effects. Feel free to join us on Tuesday morning during extended homeroom in Room 43!!

This week, Deputy Cummer attended the 2026 Maine Law Enforcement Torch Run for the Special Olympics Kick Off Conference. At the Conference, he learned that the LETR raised over $370,000 in 2025. He also took on responsibility for hosting 2 upcoming Applebee's Tip-a-Cop events in Biddeford and Sanford. Stay tuned for dates on those events!

Prom is primarily reserved for Grade 11 & Grade 12 students, however, Grade 9 & 10 students may only attend as a guest of a Grade 11/12 student.

The following fundraisers will benefit Project Graduation - THE DEADLINE FOR FOR THESE OPPORTUNITIES IS APRIL 19!

Senior Shout Outs

We will line the halls with your messages to your Senior. Follow the link below to purchase yours today:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf25_2nYBD6RUQyqMeVqIGx7W-SkhQ8_B0qoHvi9ZqAVYj_6g/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Senior Yard Signs through RSD Graphics

https://www.rsdgraphicsonline.com/product-page-1/massabesic-graduation-sign-class-of-2026

Spring Hanging Basket Fundraiser

https://www.farmfieldghs.com/product/massabesic-project-graduation-spring-hanging-basket-fundraiser/555

MHS is proud to expand our partnership with Josten's (think letterman jackets, graduation gear, etc.) to offer an MHS Mascot Shop for lots of great MHS Gear. Please check out the shop using the link below. This site will be available all year long.

Monday, April 13 - Thursday, April 16: Spirit Week (sponsored by Student Council)

Tuesday, April 14: MHS Musical Showcase (7:00 pm)

Friday, April 17 - No School

Monday, April 20 - Friday, April 24: Spring Vacation (school closed)

Wednesday, May 13 - NWEA Testing for Grade 9 & 10

Saturday, May 16 - Prom @ Italian Heritage Center

You are always welcome to call our Main Office at (207) 247-3141, schedule a meeting, or email members of our administrative team members directly (emails listed below):