PHIPPSBURG EXPLORER'S LOG

May

3 - Lunch Hero Day

6 - Second Reading of Budget and sign warrants, 6PM at MHS

6-10- Educator Appreciation Week

7 - Teacher Appreciation Day

8 - School Nurse Day

K-5 Great Starts 8:15-9:20AM

13 - Gr. 4 Field Trip-Salmon Release

14 - Gr. 5 Field Trip to Tour BMS

Gr. 4 Field Trip to Friends of Merrymeeting Bay/Spring Bay Day at Chop Pt

15 - Incoming Kindergarten Parent Info Night 5-5:45PM in the PES Library

CHOICES Preschool Open House at MHS 6-7PM in the Practice Gym

16 - BMS Incoming 6th Grade Student Family Info Night at BMS 6PM FLYER

17 - Crazy Socks Day

Gr. 2 Field Trip to ME Maritime Museum

27 - Memorial Day Holiday/NO SCHOOL

28 - District Budget Meeting (up or down vote for all citizens present) 6PM at MHS

31 - PES Concert and Art Show in the Gym 2PM

It's MAY already! Where has this school year gone? We are getting geared up for many events during May and June. We had a great kick-off to the busy spring season last Thursday, with the PTA Family Fun Night and Barbeque! It was a very well-attended and fun event. Thanks to Sean Coughtrie, who acted as grill master, and to Mrs. Michaud for preparing and playing with our performing musicians. I'm sure this will become a new tradition here at PES.

On Thursday and Friday of this week, students will attend a variety of presentations by Chewonki. Each session will be tailored to the individual grade level and will last about an hour. Also this week, 5th grade students will make their second trip out to the vernal pools. Students will observe a variety of breeding habitats for wildlife, including salamanders and frogs.

Please be sure to check the Log for the list of upcoming events and field trips.

Finally, please join us at Friday morning's PTA meeting. Your PTA provides students with many enriching activities and could always use volunteers. Many hands make light work! Thanks for your support.

The proposed budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year is included here: LINK

Members of the RSU1 community are encouraged to join the board for the following meetings at which the budget will be discussed, starting at 6PM at Morse High School, 826 Shipbuilder Drive.

Monday, May 6 Second Reading of Budget and sign warrants

Tuesday, May 28 District Budget Meeting (up or down vote for all citizens present)

*Tuesday, June 11 Budget Validation Referendum.

*Citizens vote at their town polling places

Breakfast

Lunch

Kindergarten Registration is still happening at PES! If you are a Phippsburg resident and have a child who will be 5 years old ON or BEFORE October 15th, please call Mrs. Doran at 389-1514 to get the process started! Parent Information Night will be Wednesday, May 15th from 5-5:45PM and Kindergarten screening will be Friday, June 7th. Families are encouraged to register as soon as possible. We look forward to assisting you.

CHOICES Pre-K will be holding their Open House on May 15th at Morse High School from 6-7PM (for children who will be 4 years old ON or BEFORE October 15th). Stop by to learn more about this option for Pre-K and to complete an application for the placement lottery.

Join us for our monthly PTA meeting Friday, May 3rd at 8:30AM in the Teachers Rm. If you have something to contribute but can't make it to the meeting, please email phippsburgpta@gmail.com.

Thank you for participating in our CLYNK bag returnable bottle fundraiser. Bottles need to be dropped off directly at any Hannaford collection building. Please DO NOT drop CLYNK bags at the school. PTA members do not monitor this and PES staff members can not be responsible for transporting the bottles to a Hannaford location. If you need help transporting your bottles, please email phippsburgpta@gmail.com.

In accordance with School Board policy, the following promotional announcements have been included at the request of the sponsoring organization because they may be of interest to students and their families. These activities are not sponsored by the school, and inclusion of these announcements does not constitute endorsement of the organizations or activities by the school.

Midcoast Youth Theater will present the musical Bye Bye Birdie May 9-12 at Morse High School's Montgomery Theater in Bath.

More information about Bye Bye Birdie can be found at MYT's website, midcoastyouththeater.com.

For any families who wish to request free tickets to Bye Bye Birdie: MYT is making free tickets available to each performance for families who otherwise might not be able to afford to attend. To reserve your complimentary tickets, please send an email to tickets@midcoastyouththeater.org and provide your name, the size of your family who will be attending, including the number of children and adults, and the date and time of the show you would like to see. You will receive an email reply to confirm your reservation and with instructions on how to pick up your tickets at the show.

MYT will present five performances of Bye Bye Birdie as follows:

Thursday, May 9 at 7 PM
Friday, May 10 at 7 PM
Saturday, May 11 at 2 PM and 7 PM
Sunday, May 12 at 2 PM.

We hope to see you at the show!

You are invited to RSU1 Night at the Portland Sea Dogs on May 24th at 6:00 PM at Hadlock Field. The purchase deadline for this event is May 17th.

Get Tickets Here: fevo-enterprise.com/event/Rsu124

Don't miss out on an unforgettable evening with RSU 1 at Hadlock Field on Friday, May 24th! Cheer on the Portland Sea Dogs as they face off against the Hartford Yard Goats, with the excitement starting at 6:00 PM sharp. Stick around after the game for a spectacular Fireworks Show that will light up the night sky. Get your tickets today to secure your spot for an action-packed game and a dazzling display of fireworks!

We hope to see you there!

UPDATED Summer Art Camps now open for registration! Ages 6-12

For details on this and many other programs being offered, visit https://bathme.myrec.com/info/default.aspx

Bath Youth Softball is in need of Umpires for the upcoming season!
Flexible, Easy, and Paid. 16 years or older.

If interested please email Dana at DDelahanty@cityofbath.com for schedules and details!

Are you ready to turn summer into an unforgettable adventure? The Parks and Recreation Department is on the lookout for dynamic and enthusiastic individuals to join us this summer at Bath Parks and Recreation Summer Camps!

Job Descriptions below. If you have any questions please contact Dana at DDelahanty@cityofbath.com

Come Join in on the fun with us this Summer!

Director of Summer Camps
Summer Camp Supervisor
Summer Camp Counselors

Families CAN! has several upcoming parenting enrichment programs and a professional training they are excited to offer. All are FREE, and open to any parent, caregiver or community member. Currently, all programs are being offered by Zoom. Registration is underway. Please spread the word!

Active Parenting: 5-12

First Five Years

Parent Cafe

Mommy Meet-Up Mixer

Your voice matters! Please visit our website and complete the surveys on the left; one for dads, and another for community needs so we can best serve you.

Save the Date! 2nd Annual Community Baby Shower and Resource Fair! June 1st, 2024 at Mid coast Maine Community Action in Bath.

Upcoming Professional Training: Strengthening Families by Building Protective Factors

For more information, or to register, contact: Dawn at (207) 442-7963 ext. 230 or Dawn.flagg@mmcacorp.org.

Email: sgorsuch-plummer@rsu1.org
Website: phippsburg.rsu1.org
Location: 1047 Main Rd, Phippsburg, ME, USA
Phone: 389-1514