York High School Weekly Memo

Hi Everyone,

I hope you are having a great week. We started Quarter 4 on Monday, and we are just waiting for the official date from the school committee on the last day of school for grades 9-11 (fingers crossed we have no more snow days). As soon as we have that, I will share the final exam schedule. Senior families will be receiving information from me after April Vacation with all of the important information for the end of the year.

We have an update on parking here at YHS. The parking spots along Robert Stevens Drive closest to Webber Road (near the Stadium) are not for students, staff, or parents. They are only for bus parking. Please park in designated spots elsewhere on campus for games or practices. Additionally, students cannot park in the front staff parking lot during the school day. We have also blocked off the grassy area near the main office to help the grass grow, so students should plan to park in the student parking lots. If there are any questions regarding parking, please reach out to Mr. Hodsdon.

Last week, our library staff, Ms. Masterson and Ms. Trafton, in conjunction with Mr. Rosenberg, created an electronics-free scavenger hunt in the Library for his sophomores. They had fun and got outside of their comfort zone to learn how to find information somewhere other than Google. It was the kind of wholesome fun that only occurs when they put down their electronics.

Enjoy the rest of your week, and as always, if you need anything or have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Thanks,

Amanda

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If you have any questions about the events listed below, please reach out to your student's school counselor for more information.

LINKS YOU MAY NEED:

Applications for Summer Opportunities

Hoby -Youth Leadership: https://maine.hoby.org/

Who: Current Sophomore (rising juniors)

What:One weekend at a HOBY Maine unlocks a student’s leadership potential and helps them gain the confidence to make a positive impact on the world around them. We are so excited to welcome student leaders across the state to this life-changing experience!

When: June 12-14, 2025 Location University of Maine at Farmington

Dirigo State Leadership Program: https://mainelegion.org/pages/programs/dirigo-state.php

Who: Current Juniors (rising seniors)

What:This is an opportunity for a student to attend Dirigo State. DIRIGO State (formally known as Boys State and Girls State) is a week-long camp for Maine students interested in politics, government, community action and leadership. It's a well known experience that will help students hone government and leadership skills as well as strengthen your college application. Any current junior (rising senior) can apply and our American Legion Post 56 will pay the whole tuition for one YHS student ($400). Our own Callin Noonan will serve as a counselor this year after a great experience last year. See one of your teachers, preferably a social studies teacher or club advisor, to write you a letter of recommendation. The 2026 program starts June 21 with graduation on June 26, 2026, at 3pm at Colby College. Forms and Applications

When: Sunday, June 21 to Friday, June 26, 2026