Massabesic Middle School

May 2, 2025

Dear MMS Families,

As we enter the final stretch of the academic year, May is a time filled with energy, celebration, and reflection. With just six weeks remaining, it's important that we stay focused and finish the school year strong. We are incredibly proud of the hard work and growth we've seen in our students throughout the year. From classroom achievements to community events, this has been a year to remember. Let’s continue to support one another and make these last few weeks meaningful, productive, and full of Mustang pride. Thank you for being a vital part of our school community!

Sincerely,

Kelly Grantham, Principal

Amy Troiano, Assistant Principal

May 5-9: Staff Appreciation Week

May 6: NWEA Science testing

May 6: District Budget Meeting

May 9: Spring Special Olympics

May 12: 6th & 7th Grade Student Leadership Summit @ UNE

May 13: NWEA/MEA Reading

May 13: RSU 57 Spring Community Forum, 6 pm, MHS East Building Training Center

May 13: Spring Band Concert, 7 p.m., MMS Gym

May 14: Early Release Day

May 15: MEA Science testing (8th grade only)

May 20: NWEA/MEA Math

May 20: Incoming 6th Grade Parent Night, 5:30-6:30, MMS Library

May 20: Spring Chorus Concert, 7 p.m., MMS Cafeteria

We are gearing up for our upcoming state and local assessment. These important tests help us to measure growth in reading, math, and science and provide valuable information to guide instruction. Testing will take place on May 6th, 13th, and 20th. Our 8th graders will also complete a science assessment on May 15th.

We encourage student to come to school on time, well-rested, and ready to do their best. Thank you for supporting our learners as they show what they know!

Each winter, Junior Scholastic runs a competition titled "Where is Map Man?" This competition tasks students across the United States with answering questions to discover where the fabled Map Man is located, researching the region, and creating artwork that represents a map of Map Man's location. This year Map Man was located in Quebec, Canada. Junior Scholastic recognizes the top 25 entries out of the thousands of submissions they receive from all over the country, and incredibly two of Team Katahdin's 8th grade students received this national recognition! Congratulations to Madisson S and Allie G, who both have their names printed in May's edition of Junior Scholastic! We are so proud of you!

Congratulations to the entire cast and crew of The Internet is a Distract—OH LOOK, A KITTEN! for a tremendous spring show. 142 hours went into aspects of this student-led production. We want to especially thank Director Mr. Daigle and Assistant Director Mrs. Johns for their time, leadership, and expertise, which made this production possible.

As part of our 7th grade interdisciplinary studies unit on aquaculture, students have been investigating various species harvested along the coast of Maine. Their studies included different types of seaweed and its many uses, particularly its nutritional and culinary benefits. Students participated in a webinar with Boston-based innovator and chef Andrew Wilkinson, who shared insights on the importance of incorporating kelp into cooking and the positive impacts it can have on the environment. In addition, students created their own seaweed-based recipes and came together as a class to cook and share their dishes!

Mrs. Chase's social studies class celebrated the culmination of their Justifying Rebellions Unit with a Boston Tea Party social! Students had the opportunity to sample the seaweed teas they made in Interdisciplinary Studies, test their knowledge with Boston Tea Party BINGO, and pose with their friends with our patriotic photobooth props! A TEA-riffic time was had by all!

MMS Student Council is currently running a bottle drive to benefit the Barbara Bush Children's Hospital. To contribute you can bring your returnables to JD's Redemption Center in East Waterboro from April 7 through June 7. Be sure to tell them that you are donating to the "MMS Cancer Fund Tab" when you turn in your receipt in order for your contribution to be received.

Click here to access the RSU 57 Athletics and Activities page to find out about events happening within the district, get out there and show your Mustang Pride!

Please note that middle school students are encouraged to attend high school sporting events, but must be accompanied by a supervising adult.

Do you have the ParentVUE app? Please be sure to download the Parent VUE app or access the site online to view your student's gradebook, assignments, schedule and more. Student gradebooks are updated frequently and we ask that you regularly check your student's account. Please contact our main office for assistance if you have trouble activating or accessing your account.

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Website: https://middleschool.rsu57.org/
Location: Massabesic Middle School, Old Alfred Road, East Waterboro, ME, USA
Phone: (207) 247-6121