Falcon Footnotes
October 30, 2026
November 3 - NO SCHOOL
November 11 - NO SCHOOL
November 14 - Makers Market
November 23 - NOON Dismissal & Parent/Teacher Conferences
November 24 - NOON Dismissal
November 25-27 - NO SCHOOL
December 7 - Picture Retakes
Our next Spirit Day Friday is November 6.
Rainbow
Wear as many colors as possible and see who can wear the most.
RSU 1 is hiring a Bus Aide to support elementary students at Dike-Newell School and Fisher Mitchell Schools!
Additional opportunities are also available across the district, including Ed Techs, Substitute Nurses, and coaching positions.
Russell Street Neighborhood
Heads up for parents who park off property during morning drop-off or afternoon pickup!
Our friends at the Bath PD let us know that parking on the nearby Russell Street is getting pretty dangerous and causing some traffic issues.
If you usually park on the street during these times, please follow these quick rules to keep everyone safe:
- No parking on the South side of Russell Street: Keep this side completely clear.
- Park only on the North side of Russell Street: You must park with the flow of traffic, not against it. Your car should be facing High Street.
- Keep crosswalks clear: Never block a crosswalk, even for a quick second.
To keep things moving smoothly around the neighborhood, use this quick loop from High Street:
- Turn from High Street onto Palmer Street
- Take a left onto Maxwell Street
- Take a left onto Russell Street
Check out the handy map to see exactly how it works. Thanks so much for being a good neighbor and keeping our kids safe!
Sleep recharges!
Playing with friends, participating in sports, learning at school, and other activities make for busy days. By the end of the day, everyone needs sleep.
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends that children ages 6 to 12 sleep 9 to 12 hours per 24 hours to promote optimal health.
Tips for bedtime
• Help your child prepare for school the night before by laying out their clothes, backpack, etc.• Set up a routine where children and youth slow down before bed and go to bed about the same time every night, whether it’s a weekday or weekend.
• Don’t use screens at least one hour before bedtime.
• Make the bedroom a cozy place where your child can relax.
• Make the bedroom a screen-free zone.
We’re excited to announce that the Backpack Program is back for the 2026–27 school year!
Every Thursday, participating students will bring home a grocery bag filled with healthy, kid-friendly, shelf-stable food—three meals and snacks to enjoy. Think of it as a little care package from school! In the past, bags have included items like ravioli, cereal with milk, granola bars, fruit cups, and, of course, the all-time favorite—macaroni and cheese.
Who can join? All Fisher Mitchell students are welcome—this program is open to everyone and not based on financial need.
We also now offer a free produce table on the second Wednesday of every month that doesn't require signing up. If you sign up for the backpack program, we will send home produce once a month with your student to provide you with fresh fruits and vegetables.
To enroll your student in the Backpack Program, it is easy!
Just email sderosa@rsu1.org and include your students name and their teacher.
Reporting directly to the office, first thing in the morning ensures immediate updates & prevents unnecessary 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).
All dismissal changes must be reported directly to the Front Office.
Students cannot change their dismissal plans without explicit parent/guardian consent.
Report daily changes by 2:00 PM using one of these options:
- Email: fms-attendance@rsu1.org
- Phone: Call 443-8265
VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION
A new application must be completed for EACH new school year.
It is quick and easy! CLICK HERE
Allow two weeks prior to a field trip or event
for application processing.
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