Lisbon HS Students of the Qtr. 4‏

LISBON STUDENTS OF THE 4^thQUARTER ANNOUNCED BY PRINCIPAL GANNON

Lisbon High School (LHS) administrators and staff are pleased to recognize students for their excellent overall performance.  Family members of the most recent student of the quarter awards were invited to attend the recognition. 

Pictured (l-r): Freshman,  Ben LeClair, son of Carol and Nathan LeClair of Lisbon; Sophomore, Silas Crosby, son of Theresa and Esau Crosby of Lisbon Falls; Junior, Darren Elwell, son of Wendy and Robert Elwell of Lisbon Falls; and Senior, Victoria Swan (not available for photo), daughter of Joddi-Lynn and Timothy Swan of Lisbon.  Photo courtesy of Jonathan Carsley.

Lisbon – Lisbon High School, Principal Nicholas Gannon, announced the Students of the 4^th Quarter during a school-wide assembly on Monday, June 1^st.   Parents, grandparents, and siblings of the recipients were invited to the attend the assembly to congratulate students.  Students are nominated by staff members for their community service, academics, co-curricular activities, sports participation, good citizenship and overall positive reflection of the student body. 

Awards this Quarter were presented to Senior, Victoria Swan.  “Victoria is self-motivated and interested in learning, not just for grades alone, but for the pleasure of understanding something new,” shares Principal Gannon.  “As Jobs for Maine’s Graduates president, she has been a strong leader throughout the year.   She is dedicated to our Career Association focused on leadership, community service and future aspirations in and out of the classroom.  Victoria challenges herself by taking upper level and independent study courses.  She is well respected by her peers, is a team player on and off the court/field, being a valuable member of both the field hockey and basketball teams.” 

The Junior Student of the Quarter was awarded to Darren Elwell.  “Darren consistently works hard and committed himself to Science Olympiad this year putting in many productive hours into his events.  He assisted others on the team with their engineering projects,” shared Gannon.  “Darren is a self-motivated team player and is polite, courteous and respectful to his peers and our staff.” 

Silas Crosby was named the Sophomore Student of Quarter 4.  “Silas is one of the hardest working students in his class.  He has tutored peers struggling with math providing patience, understanding and reassurance,” commented Gannon.  “Silas is a member of the cross country and track teams.  He has been a member of the Community Service Junior Volunteer group since 2011.  He served as Vice President of the group this year and earned the National Presidential Volunteer Service Award.  Silas is a person who is a quality helper, a connected teammate, an involved student, and the potential to be a future community leader.”

Freshman Student of Quarter 4 was Benjamin LeClair.  “Ben is a likeable, friendly, polite and respectful person to his peers and teachers,” comments Gannon.  “He takes Honors level classes, plays baseball, is a valuable member of the Science Olympiad team and is a member of the Community Service Junior Volunteer group.  He was also awarded the National Presidential Volunteer Service Award for his volunteering in school and the community.  Ben is focused, hard-working and committed.”

Students are presented with a plaque, school supplies, a library pass and gift certificates from Lisbon’s partners in education, Dunkin’ Donuts and the YMCA in Auburn. 

FMI on programs and events in Lisbon Schools call 754.001 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.   Visit the Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools on FaceBook for all the updates on events and programs in Lisbon Schools.

Lisbon's Loren Grant Awarded LA Rotary Scholarship‏

Loren Grant, a member of Lisbon High School’s Class of 2015 and the Junior Volunteer Community Service Club, was one of the seven area students awarded a $1,000 Scholarships from members of the Lewiston- Auburn Rotary Club on Tuesday, May 19 at the Ramada Inn in Lewiston.  Attending the event with Grant  pictured at left, Lorraine Bard, LHS Secretary and Loren’s mother, Pamela Grant.  Photo courtesy of Monica Millhime.

 Lewiston – Members of the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary District 7790 presented seven $1,000 scholarship awards during the Club’s Annual Awards Banquet held at the Ramada Inn in Lewiston on May 19.  “Every year, the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Club raises thousands of dollars to donate to graduating high school seniors and worthy community organizations,” shared Rotary Club President, Christine Wilson.    “To raise these funds, we carry out several fundraising activities including an annual auction, the Balloon Festival, and more.  Thanks to our fundraising efforts, the members of the Lewiston -Auburn Rotary Club presented $18,900 to very deserving students and community organizations during the annual event.  

 

Monique Roy, Vocational Service Chair, with assistance from John Belisle of the Ways and Means Committee presented checks for $1,000 Scholarships to seven students in the Class of 2015 from area schools.  Recipients were Jessica Boulet, St. Dominic Academy; Summer Emery, Poland Regional High School; Abbey Dodge, Oak Hill High School; Loren Grant, Lisbon High School; Lucas Rushton, Lewiston High School; Emma Fournier, Leavitt Area High School; Brandon Bernier, Edward Little High School.  

Shawn Wright, Community Service Chair with assistance from President Wilson presented the Community Donations.   Nine civic organizations were awarded donations and recognized for their service to the community:  Trinity Jubilee Center, $500; Great Falls Balloon Festival, $600; Shelter Box, $1,000; Veteran’s Inc., $1,000; SEARCH (Seek Elderly Alone Renew Courage and Hope), $1,000; 21st Century Club, $1,300; Good Shepherd Food Bank, $1,500; Tree Street Youth, $2,500; Sandcastle Clinical and Educational Services, $2,500.  

Peter Kowalski, Foundation Committee Chair presented a Paul Harris Fellow Award to Rotarian, Betsy Sibley.

Six area businesses were nominated for the Ethics in Business Award:  Austin Associates, Butler Brothers, Community Credit Union, John D. Crafts, Inc., Maine Source Homes and Northeast Charter and Tour Company.  Hillary Dow and John Belisle presented Northeast Charter and Tour with the 2015 Award.

The Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Club has been serving the Lewiston-Auburn community since it was chartered in 1917.  The Club’s main objective is service – in the community, in the workplace, and throughout the world.  The fellowship group is committed to helping local organizations and those looking to pursue a higher education.  Internationally, the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Club has helped to build a library in the Philippines and is currently exploring a project with an orphanage in Haiti.   

The principle motto of Rotary is “Service Above Self” and the object of the Club and all Rotary Clubs is to encourage and foster this ideal as a basis of worthy enterprise.  

Lewiston Auburn Rotary Club meets Thursdays at noon at the Ramada Inn, Lewiston.  Guests are always welcomed. 

Lisbon Students Benefit from Bowdoin Common Good Grant‏

LISBON MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS BENEFIT FROM BOWDOIN COMMON GOOD GRANT

PWS students (pictured l-r) Haylee Casey and Charlie Cox use the library booth to work on a class project with assistance from Librarian, Tim Gaudet.  Kane Strout and Geoffrey Shambarger enjoy the comfort of the saucer chairs during their independent studies. Library resources and furniture were provided by the Bowdoin College Common Good Grant.   Photo courtesy of Monica Millhime.

Lisbon - The award of the Bowdoin College Common Good Grant at Philip W. Sugg Middle School’s library in Lisbon has provided three new databases, America the Beautiful, Lands and Peoples, and the Grolier Multimedia Encyclopedia.   In addition to the much needed digital resources, the grant provided a furniture upgrade of a large booth table and two blue saucer chairs for collaborative learning.  Students utilize the library with an increased sense of pride while enjoying the new resources in comfort for classroom work, research projects, pleasure reading, and after-school meetings. 

Philip W. Sugg Middle School Librarian Tim Gaudet has seen tremendous growth in circulation, online research and library usage because of the resources provided by the Common Good Grant. Library circulation has increased from 3,000 books annually to over 5,000.  Classroom instruction has become more popular in the library in collaboration between teachers and library staff. The attractive furniture provides a sitting area that promotes collaboration amongst peers and between teachers and students. The online resources were integrated into multiple research projects with orientation and training provided by the librarian to students and staff. The middle school students admire the new up- to-date setting provided by the Common Good Grant.

 

FMI on other events and programs, community partnerships and volunteer opportunities in Lisbon Schools, please call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Find the latest updates posted on FaceBook at Community Resource News in Lisbon School.

Lisbon HS Construction Tour‏

Touring LHS Construction Site

    

Lisbon - Jobs For Maine’s Graduates and other Lisbon High School students participated in a guided tour on Thursday, May 14^th of the new gym’s construction site at 2 Sugg Drive in Lisbon Falls.   Students were guided through the many working pieces of a project.  

Denis Landry and Scott Cristina of Landry and French Construction shared why many skills are needed in the construction field. Landry told students that when hiring potential employees he is most concerned with attitude, work ethic and the ability to work as a team member. Emphasis was also put on the job market as many jobs like masonry, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing are in high demand as the baby boomer generation retires. 

Learning a skill and understanding how to problem solve can get you far in this vast and growing industry. Landry also mentioned about the enormous change in technology within the field. Many aspects of the field have a technological component to them. Surveying with GPS, structural engineering, supervision and site inspection all require technological skills. Cristina also pointed out that many women are in the field as project managers, engineers, welders, and electricians. 

The students left with a greater appreciation of their new gym and with the understanding of the necessary work skills within the construction field.  FMI on other events, programs, partnerships in education, and volunteer opportunities call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Like us on FaceBook at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools.

LISBON PRINCIPAL GANNON ANNOUNCES STUDENTS OF THE 3rd QUARTER

 

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Lisbon High School (LHS) administrators and staff are pleased to recognize students for their excellent overall performance.  Family members of the most recent student of the quarter awards were invited to attend the recognition. 

Pictured (l-r): Freshman,  Tyler Fowler; Sophomore, Hayley Wheeler; Junior, Nicholas Huston; and Senior, Patrick Dexler.  Photo courtesy of Monica Millhime.

 

Lisbon – Lisbon High School, Principal Nicholas Gannon, announced the Students of the 3^rd Quarter during a school-wide assembly on Friday, May 8.   Parents, grandparents, and siblings of the recipients were invited to the stage during the award presentations to congratulate students.  Students are nominated by staff members for their community service, academics, co-curricular activities, sports participation, good citizenship and overall positive reflection of the student body. 

 

Awards this quarter were presented to senior, Patrick Dexler.  Dexler is the son of Nancy and Michael Dexler of Lisbon.  “Patrick is a strong, conscientious student. He is an active member of the Technology Club and assists with PC issues for assemblies, drama shows and staff,” shares Gannon.  “Patrick has taken all available computer classes, including independent study courses.  He has the ability to understand and expand the complex logical operational processes required for computer programming.”  Patrick earned the title of captain of the Science Olympiad team and won first place in the Bungee Drop event.  Nicholas Huston, son of Janice and Terry Huston of Lisbon Falls, was the junior student of the quarter.  “Nicholas works hard to achieve the grades he feels he deserves.  He is willing to work after school and during study halls to get tutorials or rework assignments that do not meet the standard,” comments Gannon. “He has excellent work habits, high standards for success, and strong drive and determination.  He is a member of the soccer and track teams and gives 100% every day in practice and games.”  Nicholas is a member of Students Against Destructive Decisions and Science Olympiad team.  His engineering designs earned him a first and fourth place showing this year.  Hayley Wheeler is a member of the sophomore class.  She is the daughter of Michelle Wheeler of Lisbon.  “Hayley is a member of the Community Service junior volunteer group and is an excellent student who cares about her grades and about exceeding the standard in all of the work she does,” according to Gannon.  “She is involved in class activities, frequently volunteering for fundraising.  Hayley is a kind and respectful person.”  Hayley is a member of the soccer team and is a positive role model for other students.  Freshman of the quarter was awarded to Tyler Fowler, the son of Amanda Coyne of Lisbon.  “Tyler is consistently prepared with clear goals and a plan to achieve them,” according to Gannon.   “He turns in quality work and makes an effort to use teacher feedback to make improvements to his work.  He is able to do this because he often works ahead of deadlines.”   Tyler stands his ground in challenging situations and is very respectful.  Tyler is successful due to his diligence and determination to succeed.

 

Students are presented with a plaque, school supplies, a library pass and gift certificates from Lisbon’s partners in education, Dunkin’ Donuts and the YMCA in Auburn. 

 

FMI on programs and events in Lisbon Schools email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org and visit the Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools on FaceBook.

 

Monica M. Millhime

LISBON COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER PROGRAM

Lisbon Honors Community Partners & Volunteers

Lisbon School Department Superintendent, Administrators, Teachers and Staff honored its Volunteers and Community Partners for contributing 20,264 hours of assistance during the 2014-15 school year.  Since 2004, 1,194 volunteers have been trained by Community Resource/Volunteer Coordinator, Monica Millhime. The outstanding volunteer for the school year was Lisa Caron who contributed  2,010 hours of community volunteer assistance.  Caron is a member of the Lisbon Adult Volunteer program and has served as treasurer of the Parent Action Group at Philip W. Sugg Middle School (PWS) and the Lisbon Community School (LCS).   “Lisa began assisting as a Lisbon Volunteer when the two Lisbon elementary schools merged in 2004.  She is an exceptional volunteer and a dear friend,” shares Millhime.  Lisa was honored with top honors with The National Presidential Awards in 2005 and 2014 with 332 hours and 2,445 hours respectfully.  “We are extremely fortunate in Lisbon with the number of hard working people who enjoy giving back to their community and schools,” shares Millhime.   Pictured (l-r) Lisa Caron, Lisbon’s Volunteer of the year,  and her daughter, Paula.  The dynamic mother/daughter duo both were awarded The National Presidential Volunteer Service Award.   Photo courtesy of Steve Sharp.

Lisbon – On Thursday, May 7, the Lisbon School Department honored their Community Partners and Volunteers for their assistance of 20,264  hours of community service during the 2014-2015 school year.   Celebrating the milestone of achieving over 1,000 trained volunteers in the Lisbon School District volunteers, community partners, administrators and staff enjoyed a night filled with pizza, fun and celebration.   

Superintendent of Schools, Richard Green, welcomed close to 100 guests in attendance and commended their dedication and willingness to assist Lisbon students, teachers and staff.  In an effort to keep the night on a positive note, despite the current budget issues within the town and the school department, the Appreciation Committee invited guests to participate in a movie trivia contest of the ever-popular video, Shut Up and Dance. 

  Guests were given a worksheet to identify the 88 different movie clips and a chance to win a prize at the end of the night.  The excitement built throughout the evening with a number of door prizes and the anticipation of who would be receiving the top National Presidential Awards. 

“Since 2004, the Lisbon School Department has been aligned with the prestigious National Presidential Volunteer Service Award Program,” commented Monica Millhime, Lisbon’s Volunteer and Resource Coordinator.  “The program recognizes adult volunteers achieving over 100 hours of service.  Recipients receive a letter from the President of the United States, an award certificate and a National Volunteer Service pin.  Volunteers and community partners contributing up to 100 hours and partnership opportunities in Lisbon received a Lisbon School Department Certificate of Appreciation,” said Millhime  “Lisbon volunteers pride themselves on viewing their volunteer services as a central part of their lives.  

Each and every time a volunteer assists with a project, whether it is in the classroom, tutoring, working on yearbook assignments, assisting as a reading buddy, chaperoning on a field trip, working from home on a special project, baking, or assisting in the office, our volunteers are making a difference in our schools for the benefit of our students, shares Millhime.    “We have generations within families who all volunteer.  Our program continues to grow in surrounding communities with a number of people joining our volunteer program.  Over the last 11 years, the galvanized force of 1,194 Lisbon Volunteers donated 172,639 volunteer hours,”  shares Millhime.
 

A standing ovation was given to Lisa Caron, for contributing 2,010 hours of service to the Lisbon Schools and greater community and to Millhime for her outstanding dedication to the volunteer program.  “Our volunteers donate their time not for the awards, but to make a difference in our community and set an example for others,” commented Millhime.  A total of 42 volunteers earned The National Presidential Volunteer Service Awards.  

In addition to Caron, the Gold Presidential Awards was earned by Trisha Thebeau, Shauna Walls and Deb Weddle.  Silver Presidential Awards for contributing 250 to 499 hours were earned by Roland Grondin, Angela Shambarger, Heather Parker, Carol LeClair, Christina Gagne, Annette Wilson, and Emma Wilson.  Suzanne Miller, Kathi Yergin, Sue Bornstein, Jeff Miller, Donna Rimiller, Nichole Sautter, Paula Caron, Jennifer Libby, Lorraine Bard, Doug Sautter, Carol Day, George Caron, Jonathan Carsley, Dean Willey, Jim Millhime, Amy Dudar, Amy Austin, Scott Wilson, Kelly Wade, Candace Barrett, Ron Hood, Pearl Scribner, Paul Barrett, Jonathan Pollack, Aspen Mikella, Amanda McDonough, Donna Thiele, and Gary Hauger all earned the Bronze award for contributing over 100 hours.  

Certificates of appreciation were awarded to Chuck Cox, Meghan Craig, Heather Cronin, Connie Fowler, Janice Grondin, Hillary Kuhl, Kymberlee Piela, Mike Piela, Shannon Rich, Greg Shambarger, Sara Thiele, Cathy Williams, Glen Williams and Jerry Yergin.  

Certificates of appreciation were awarded to media partners Great Falls TV, Sun Journal, Times Record, Twin City Times, Turner Publishing, Lisbon Reporter,  WCSH, WGME, and WMTW. 

 Community partnership certificates of appreciation were awarded to the Town of Lisbon, Lisbon Library, Lisbon Federal Credit Union (George Roy and Selma Basic); LCS PTO, PWS PAG, LHS PAG, Lisbon Music Boosters, Lisbon Athletic Boosters, Sam’s, Steve Sharp Photography, Topsham Grange, Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl for Kids’ Sake, Lisbon Police Department, Town of Lisbon Transfer Station (Marcel Obie), Lisbon Fire Department, and the YMCA.   

A special thanks to Arby’s Restaurants, Benoit’s Bakery,  Chummy’s Mid Town Diner, Greater Portland Landmarks, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Lisbon House of Pizza, Portland Dine Around, Tangles Hair Salon and Thatcher’s Restaurant for their support of gifts and certificates for the banquet.  

“Lisbon School Department is extremely fortunate to have such a wonderful group of people willing to assist in our school district.  The amount of time they contribute truly makes an impact in our community,” shares Superintendent Green. 

FMI on the Lisbon volunteer and partnership program call 754-0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org. Visit Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools on Facebook for the latest news and projects planned throughout the Lisbon School District.

  

MONICA M. MILLHIME

CAN'T WE ALL JUST GET ALONG!

LISBON HIGH SCHOOL CAR WASH

Lisbon – The Lisbon High School Class of 2016 will be hosting a car wash fundraiser on Saturday, May 23 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Aubuchon Hardware in Lisbon Falls.  All proceeds from the event will benefit the students’ Project Graduation.  FMI on other events, programs, partnerships in education or volunteer opportunities in Lisbon Schools call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Find the latest updates on school projects on FaceBook at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools.

Lisbon JMG Attends Career Dev. Conference‏

 

 

 

Photo Caption:  Lisbon Jobs for Maine Graduates students attended a Career Development Conference in Augusta.  Students won two first place honors during the event.  Pictured (l-r) front row:  JD Martin-Williams, Olivia Leduc, Victoria Swan, Taylor Martin, and Destiny Pagan.  Back row Katherin George, Jessica Porter (Lisbon JMG Specialist) and Alyssa Finlay.

Lisbon - Jobs For Maine’s Graduates (JMG) Lisbon Program traveled to the Augusta Civic Center on Wednesday, April 29th for the 2015 Career Development Conference. The Career Development Conference or CDC, is an annual JMG event where juniors and seniors across the state gather to work on career development skills, compete against their peers and attend workshops which focus on professionalism and their future aspirations.

 

Lisbon High School’s JMG classes spent months preparing for this conference. LHS chose the theme of Scooby Doo and the Mystery Machine centered around the idea that “Life is a mystery, find the clues to solve it.”

 

Seniors Taylor Martin, Victoria Swan, Destiny Pagan, and JD Martin and juniors Alyssa Finlay, Katherin George, and Olivia Leduc attended the conference. Students participated in numerous activities at CDC. One of the activities included Leduc participating in the Public Speaking session where she explained her JMG experience and how it has helped her grow. Swan and Martin participated in the Marketplace Presentation where our JMG class had created a unique booth of the Mystery Machine and a life size Scooby Doo. The exhibit featured the JMG goals and the ongoing activities and experiences such as  community service, job attainment and budgeting. Martin participated in the Interview skills participating in a mock interview with students from Thomas College. Pagan, Leduc, and Martin participated in the Pitch-It presentation.  Students had to “pitch” the concept of JMG to a panel of judges and explain why JMG would be good for their school. Martin and Leduc participated in the workshop “Burning a Hole in Your Pocket”.   Students learned how to budget their money towards a fixed amount. Lastly, George and Pagan participated in the Group Challenge where they worked on a team-building activity.

 

At CDC, when students didn’t have a scheduled activity, there were other opportunities they could take advantage of. One was the Networking room where students could go and meet other students from different schools and discuss their interests and aspirations. Another resource was the Career and College Expo where different booths represented by colleges and companies presented their organizations .

 

Lisbon High School received two first place honors at CDC this year. LHS won the Facebook cover photo competition where they had to create a photo cover that showed what they do in JMG, winning a $100 check to go towards their JMG Career Association. LHS also won the Golden Tab Award for collecting the most aluminum pop tabs, 99 pounds, benefiting the Ronald McDonald Foundation.  Lisbon JMG students are thankful to all the Lisbon volunteers who graciously collected and donated pop tabs for this great cause.

 

FMI on other events and programs, partnerships in education and volunteer opportunities call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Visit Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools on FaceBook for updates.

Monica M. Millhime

 

LISBON HIGH SCHOOL QUARTER 3 HONOR ROLL

 

Lisbon – Lisbon High School Principal, Nicholas Gannon, proudly announces the Quarter 3 Honor Roll students for the school year 2014-2015:

  

SENIORS – HIGH HONORS

Monica Austin, Travis Caton, Adam Desjardins, Mia Durgin, Taylor Feehan, Loren Grant, Amanda Hazelton, Elizabeth Hinkley, Cosette Holmes, Reilly Johnson, Arianna Kahler,

Taylor Martin, Taylor Plourde, Hannah Stritch, Victoria Swan

 

SENIORS – HONOR ROLL

Allison Bubar, Ashley Caron, Stevie Charest, Connor Craig, Jordan McCain, Molly Nicholson, Charles Sult, Jeffrey Willey, Dustin Wood

 

JUNIORS – HIGH HONORS

Alyssa Briglio, Cody Campbell, Troy Galarneau, Charlotte Mooney, Eric Yim 

 

JUNIORS – HONOR ROLL

Jake Angelico, Samantha Bolduc, Caitlyn Bundy, Joseph Dunbar, Jordan Frederick,

Brianna Livingston

  

SOPHOMORES – HIGH HONORS

Silas Crosby, Bailey Eveson, Jasmin Le, Mikella Kipri Steele, Hayley Wheeler

 

SOPHOMORES – HONOR ROLL

Ryley Austin, Chase Collier, Bree Daigle, Aliyah Gagne, Kyra Gamache, Joshua Huston,

Kaylin Le, Christopher Normand

 

FRESHMEN – HIGH HONORS

Bradley Harriman, Benjamin LeClair

 

FRESHMEN – HONOR ROLL

Emily Brewer, Savannah Czechalski, Zoe Feehan, Morgan Fenderson, Reece Rustad,

Jonah Sautter, Hailey Splude, Megan Stone, Anna Willey 

 

FMI on other programs, events, partnership in education and volunteer opportunities in Lisbon Schools call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Like us on FaceBook at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools.

 

Monica M. Millhime

Lisbon LCS Talent Show May 1‏

LISBON COMMUNITY SCHOOL TALENT SHOW MAY 1

 Members of the Talent Show ensemble at Lisbon Community School take a break from rehearsal to strike a pose for the traveling Greyhound Pride camera.  The eighth annual show is scheduled for Friday, May 1.  The event is open to the public.  Pictured (left to right)  Back row: Laurie Cincotta, Ehric Kettelhut, McKenzie Ventry, Emily Leavitt, Alivia Weikel, Addisen Turcotte, Erica Hill, Abaigeal Lucas, Journey Deming, Grace Braley, Megan Belanger, Miranda Saucier, Amelia Mooney, Ann Morrill, Donna Rimiller.  Middle row:  Paige Garrison, Wyatt Perron, Sean Moore, Caroline White, Katie Tibbetts, Sarah Pitcher, Amanda Dall, Sophia McFadden, Sarah Charest, Reese McAtee.  Front row:  Benjamin Shambarger, Aidan Laviolette, Madyson Ramsey, Ethan Brown, Elijah Martin, Caleb Phillips, Annika Golino, Kristen Lane, Lillian Barbay, Ainslie Albert, Vanessa Brown, Abby Cunningham.  Photo courtesy of Monica Millhime.

Lisbon- Stars will be shining on the stage at Lisbon Community School (LCS) on Friday, May 1 as members of the fifth grade classes present the annual Talent Show.  Drama Coach, Laurie Cincotta, is proud to announce the upcoming production thanks to the generosity of local sponsors, the LCS PTO and Coca Cola.  Donna Rimiller, Assistant Drama Coach, worked with Cincotta and students along with Henry Eichman, Angel Tibbetts, Ann Morrill, Betty Fogg and Monica Millhime.  “A special thanks to our fifth grade teachers and students,” shares Cincotta.  “Thanks to their assistance, along with the support from numerous LCS Parents, Candace Barrett, Jonathan Carsley, Amanda Eustis, the LCS Secretaries,  Administration, Custodians and the anonymous donation of refreshment goodies from the Candy Men, our eighth year production is bound to be a huge success.”   

Seventeen acts are scheduled for the evening. Abby Cunningham and Ehric Kettlehut will serve as the MCs for the first half of the program.   The opening act will feature teachers, Melissa Martin and Sarah Morris, History of Hip Hop Dance; followed by performances by Benjamin Shambarger with his violin playing Everything is Awesome; Ainslie Albert singing Roar by Alex G; Sophia McFadden performing Caisson March on her trombone; Lillian Barbay singing Impossible by Shontelle;  Amelia Mooney on flute will perform Sawmill Creek; Addisen Turcotte will be dancing to Summer Cheering Mix; Vanessa Brown and Sarah Charest will perform a duet singing White Horse by Taylor Swift; Emily Leavitt and Alivia Weiket will perform a skit to the Duck Song.  Students will join together with a group song of I Lived by One Republic, followed by a brief intermission.  Erica Hill and Miranda Saucier will serve as MCs introducing the remaining talent routines starting with Grace Braley and Annika Golino dancing to Girls Just Wanna’ Have Fun by Cyndi Lauper; Abaigeal Lucas, Sarah Pitcher and Caroline White will sing Thinking Out Loud by Ed Sheeran; Aidan Laviolette and Elijah Martin will join voices in performing Eye of the Tiger by Survivor; Katherine Tibbetts will dance her way through It’s Always You by Every Witch Way; Journey Deming and Kristen Lane with perform Bless the Broken Road by Rascal Flatts; Reese McAtee, Amelia Mooney and Acadia Rugullies with dance to the Christina Perri song Human.  A grand final will feature the entire cast performing Centuries by Fall Out Boys.  Scenery for the event was designed by Victoria Worden with assistance from students Megan Belanger, Ethan Brown, Amanda Dall, Paige Garrison, Sophia McFadden, Sean Moore, Wyatt Perron, Caleb Phillips, Madyson Ramsey and McKenzie Ventry.

Curtain time is 6 p.m. in the LCS Cafetorium, 33 Mill Street in Lisbon.    The event is open to the public and donations are welcomed at the door.  FMI contact Laurie Cincotta lcincotta@lisbonschoolsme.org.   Visit Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools on FaceBook for the latest programs and events.  FMI on community partnership and volunteer opportunities call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.

Lisbon Students Assist Rotary

LISBON STUDENTS ASSIST ROTARY WITH MOVIE EVENT

 Pictured front row (l-r):  Benjamin Shambarger;  Amber Soucy;  and Emily Chapman.  Back row:  Silas Crosby; Monica Millhime, Rotarian and Student Volunteer Advisor; Johnny Yim; Geoffrey Shambarger;  Charlee Cox; Siara Martin; Natalie Thomsen; Lorraine Bard, LHS Guidance Secretary; and Nancy Holt, Flagship Cinema Manager. 

Lisbon – On Saturday, April 18 many students were starting their school vacation week.  A select number of Lisbon junior volunteers from Lisbon Community School, Philip W. Sugg Middle School and Lisbon High School started their week of no school by assisting the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Club at a movie event held at the Auburn Flagship Cinema.  

The Rotary fellowship project, in conjunction with the Autism Society of Maine, was in support of children with autism.   Families  and their children were invited to attend the event free of charge as guests of Rotary group.  All guests received complimentary popcorn and drinks.   

Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Club meets Thursdays at noon at the Ramada Inn in Lewiston.  Guests are always welcomed.  FMI on events and other programs, partnerships in education and volunteer opportunities in Lisbon Schools, call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Photo courtesy of Shawn Wright, LA Rotarian.

Lisbon HS Art Show May 5‏

LISBON’S STUDENT ART SHOW MAY 5

  LHS freshman, Anna Willey (at left)  works with senior, Mataia Shane on the promotional flyers inviting students, staff and the community to attend the annual Art Show scheduled for Tuesday, May 5 at the LHS Campus, 2 Sugg Drive in Lisbon Falls.  The Show is a free exhibit of students’ work and is open to the public.  Exhibits will be featured in the library.

Lisbon - Lisbon High School’s Art Teachers, Pamela Ouellette and Jennifer Fox are proud to announce the 27^th Annual Student Art Show to be held on Tuesday, May 5^th, 2015.  Over two hundred students will exhibit work in a wide range of media including clay, costume design, photography, collage, watercolor, pastel, pencil, and mixed media.  Senior and advanced artists will be highlighted.  

The art show will be held in the Lisbon High School library from 2:00-3:30pm and 6:00-8:00pm.  Refreshments will be provided by SAAFE (Students Achieving A Functional Education), LHS cafeteria staff, and art students.  The art students really look forward to this opportunity to show the results of their creative efforts.  The Art show is FREE and open to the public.  Over 300 people attended the opening last year, and we’re excited as we prepare for this year’s show!  

FMI please contact Pamela Ouellette at pouellette@lisbonschoolsme.org or Jennifer Fox at jfox@lisbonschoolsme.org.  FMI on other events and programs, partnerships in education or volunteer opportunities call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org  The latest events and news can be found at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools on FaceBook.

LISBON COMMUNITY SCHOOL AWARDED BOWDOIN COLLEGE GRANT

 

Lisbon – The 2015 Bowdoin College Common Good Grants were awarded during an awards ceremony at the College on Tuesday, April 21.  Lisbon Community School (LCS)  was awarded $2,381.44 to support the Library/Literacy Program with the purchase of 114 eBooks.  The eBooks will provide an opportunity for elementary school students to practice, maintain and increase their reading skills during classroom instructions and at home.  The Common Good Grant provides over $10,000 to local and non-profits serving the greater Brunswick community.  The grant is made possible by an anonymous donor interested in providing Bowdoin College students the opportunity to learn about the field of philanthropy while developing relationships with non-profit agencies.   The grant was awarded to LCS by a group of twelve Bowdoin students advised by the staff of the McKeen Center, and Nhi Nguyen, Assistant Director.  Bowdoin senior, Ashley Talbot and sophomore, Monique Lillis, conducted an LCS site visit in March and met with Principal Robert Kahler, District Librarian Katy Dodge, LCS Librarian Victoria Worden and Community Resource Coordinator/Grant Writer, Monica Millhime.  Ashley Talbot (pictured at left) presented the award  to Lisbon School District’s Grant Writer, Monica Millhime.  FMI on other events and programs in Lisbon Schools, partnership and volunteer opportunities, call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Photo courtesy of Victoria Worden. 

 

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LISBON HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI SERVES IN US NAVY

Lisbon - Lisbon High School Class of 2014 alumni, Courtney R. Martel, enlisted in the United States Navy on June 23, 2014.  Martel completed basic training at the Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Illinois on August 22, 2014, and the Quarter Master Class "A" school in November 2014.  Courtney is currently stationed on the Arleigh Burke-class destroyer - USS Paul Hamilton, with her homeport  of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.  Martel is the daughter of Lisa and Robert Martel of Lisbon and Melony Martel of York.

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LISBON STUDENTS ACCEPT FUSE CHALLENGE

Photo caption:  Jacob LeClair (seated)  works on blade configuration for a wind turbine with team member Brendon Matchett during the FUSE Challenge at Lisbon High School.  Photo courtesy of Monica Millhime.

 

Lisbon – The new gymnasium at Lisbon High School (LHS)  is well under construction while the current gymnasium serves as the location for specialized events.  On Tuesday, April 14 the current space was transformed into a working laboratory for future researchers and developers.  Thanks to an invitation to participate in a green project known as, FUSE, freshmen students at Lisbon High School, and invited guests from Wiscasset High School, embarked on a day-long event.  The hands-on learning with online challenges engaged students in the construction of solar cars and wind turbines.  Students worked in teams accepting challenges inspired by real-world practices involving science, technology, engineering and mathematics.  The event was sponsored by Siemens in conjunction with Northwestern University.  Educators and researchers in the School of Education and Social Policy at Northwestern developed the FUSE program and is offered to students in grades kindergarten through 12. LHS Science teachers Rita Newell and Ann Wallace facilitate the event with students with assistance from representatives from Siemens and Northwestern University.   “Students had a great time battling through the challenges and learning,” shared Wallace.  Acting Commission of Education, Tom Desjardin, attended the event and was pleased to hear the program will be extended to our middle and elementary students in the fall.  Lisbon Superintendent Richard Green thanked the team of collaborators for providing the program to students in Lisbon.  FMI on events and other programs in Lisbon Schools call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  The latest updates are posted on FaceBook at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools. 

 

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LISBON PTO SUPPORTS VISIT FROM ILLUSTRATOR DAVID CATROW

 

Photo Caption:  Students at Lisbon Community School visit with David Catrow, award winning illustrator, during a book signing thanks to the support of the school’s parent group.  Pictured (l-r): Sophia McFadden, Dylan Cox, Joshua Cronin and Anja Wright.

 

Lisbon – Thanks to the support from Lisbon Community School’s Parent Teacher Organization, award winning illustrator, David Catrow, was invited to visit with students and staff on Monday, March 16.  Catrow spent the day presenting his work to over 600 students and teachers at the campus located at 33 Mill Street in Lisbon.  Catrow shared how he creates his illustrations, his work with various artists, and his social experiences as a child.  “Students were given the opportunity to meet with the artist during a book signing at the end of the day,” shared Katherine Dodge, Lisbon’s District Librarian.  “David inspired students to be creative and comfortable in their own work as artists.”  Catrow generously donated the artwork he created during his visit to the school.  He has published over 70 books including, Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon, I Ain’t Gonna Paint No More, and I Like Myself.  Catrow has also worked on numerous television and movie productions.  FMI on other programs and projects, partnerships in education and/or volunteer opportunities in Lisbon Schools call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Like us on FaceBook at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools.

 

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LISBON STUDENTS ATTEND LUNCHEON WITH SENATOR ANGUS KING

 

Lisbon - Lisbon High School siblings Jeffrey and Anna Willey, along with student peers Connor Craig, Ryley Austin, Alex Couillard, Jonah Sautter and Hayley Wheeler were invited to attend a weekly Rotary meeting on Thursday, April 2nd.  Students and Civics teacher, Paul Giggey, were guests of Lisbon’s Community Resource Coordinator and Rotarian, Monica Millhime.  “The students’ attendance at the luncheon was supported by The MELMAC Education Foundation grant awarded to the high school connecting student aspirations to a plan after graduation,” shares Millhime.  “Throughout the school year students are invited to attend Rotary meetings to provide them with an opportunity to meet members of civic-organizations and gain insight in specific areas of interest provided by guest speakers.”   Students were welcomed by Rotary President, Christine Wilson, who thanked them for their attendance and their prepared questions for Senator King. “I very much enjoyed my trip to listen to Senator King's speech,” commented Jeffrey Willey. “It was very educational and delightful.  Putting aside the lovely occasion, dining hall, and gourmet dining, King's speech was certainly the most interesting of them all.  He had insightful opinions on the inner workings of the Senate.  He was also very informational and provided elaborate detail on how and why certain things were, and were not, accomplished in the Capitol.”  Lewiston-Auburn meets at the Ramanda Inn in Lewiston on Thursdays at noon.  Guests are always welcomed.  FMI on events, programs, partnerships in education and volunteer opportunities in Lisbon Schools call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Find the latest news and updates on FaceBook at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools.  Photo courtesy of Monica Millhime.

 

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LISBON STUDENTS SUPPORT BOWL FOR KIDS SAKE

  Students in Lisbon participated in annual Bowl for Kids Sake with lots of energy and pledges benefiting the Big Brothers Big Sisters Program.  Philip W. Sugg students pictured (back l-r) Charlee Cox, Levi Levesque, Dylan Durisko, and Jordyn Maloy; front, Maria Leveque.  

LHS students (l-r): Natalie Thomsen, Darren Ward, Amanda Hazelton, Taylor Plourde. 

 BBBS BIG, Amanda Hazelton invited her LITTLE, Willow Young, to join the fun for the event.  Not available for photos Katherin George, Damara Chesley, Noah Watts-Thiboutot and Brandon Bartlett.  Photos courtesy of Monica Millhime.

Lisbon - Lisbon area schools formed a total of five teams for the Bowl for Kids Sake (BFKS) event held on Saturday, April 11th held at SpareTime Recreation in Lewiston.  Proceeds from the event benefit the Big Brothers Big Sisters(BBBS) Program.  

Thanks to the galvanized efforts of the Philip W. Sugg Middle School junior volunteers’ President, Charlee Cox,  two teams represented the middle school.   Three teams represented Lisbon High School with a combination of young adult volunteers,  LHS BIGS from the BBBS Program, and students enrolled in the Jobs for Maine Graduates Program.   “We were pleased with the number of teams representing Lisbon Schools, shares Monica Millhime, Community Resource Coordinator for the District.  “Students have a number of commitments  with organized sports, work, family obligations, academic demands throughout the school year.”   Lisbon has provided support to the BFKS  event for a number of years and continues to be on the events’ calendar for many students and staff.  

Lisbon bowlers were accompanied by Millhime, along with other staff members Lorraine Bard, Gretchen Stevens and Jessica Porter.  Thanks to the assistance from Lisbon parent volunteers Kymberlee and Mike Piela, and Louise Levesque, students enjoyed the event and raised money for a premiere fundraising event.  FMI on other events, programs, partnerships in education or volunteer opportunities call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Visit Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools on FaceBook for the latest school updates.   

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