Regular school attendance is essential for academic progress, social development, and long-term success. Each month, we’ll share tips for supporting your child’s attendance.

Use these helpful daily habits to set mornings up for success. If strategies stop working or become a struggle, pause and ask for help from school instead of pushing your child harder.

Helpful daily habits: Pick the ones that work best for your family.

Night-Before Prep-Pack bags and prep clothes by 8 PM. Turn off screens 1 hour before sleep.

Positive Attendance Talk-Highlight school as a place for learning, growth, and friendship even on tough days.

Consistency-Stick to the same bedtime and wake-up time daily.

The Launch Pad-Store backpacks and shoes in the same spot every night.

3 Good Things Each Day-Have your child share three positives from the school day.

Fuel Up-Have breakfast at home or school to maintain energy.

Parents and guardians must report all student absences and tardies directly to the Front Office first thing in the morning. Please do not send notes with your student or notify teachers. Reporting directly to the office ensures immediate updates and prevents unnecessary morning safety check calls.

Please use one of the two official channels below:

Email: fms-attendance@rsu1.org
Phone: Call 443-8265 and press 1 to leave a voicemail in the student absence mailbox (please avoid calling the main office).

Please include: the student's full name, the date, and the reason for the absence/tardy. If your child has a contagious illness that the school should be aware of, please include that details as well.

Let Your Child Shine with Big Brothers, Big Sisters!

Match Your Child With a High School Mentor!

As a caregiver, you want the best for your child: confidence, connection, and the tools to succeed. The Big Brothers Big Sisters Bigs & Littles after-school program provides just that!

In our mentoring program, your child (the "Little") will be paired with a high school student ("Big") who acts as a mentor, friend, and positive role model. Through weekly meetups at Hyde School, your child will build confidence, receive encouragement, and gain support in navigating challenges and celebrating achievements. Our dedicated staff ensures a positive experience for all participants.

Steps to Enroll a Child:

Complete the online application (link: www.bbbsbathbrunswick.org/enroll-a-child) or ask your school counselor for a paper copy!
BBBS Staff will set up an interview with your child (Little) at their school.
When we find the perfect Big, BBBS Staff will preview the Big to caregivers for approval.
If approved, the match will begin meeting weekly after school.
BBBS Staff will talk monthly with the match and caregivers to ensure it's going well!

Contact: Michael Czerpfanski, 207-844-4533, michael@bbbsbathbrunswick.