LSJ: Lisbon school gym nearly done; budget vote looms

Laurie St. Pierre, Special to the Sun Journal  

 

Lewiston-Auburn |

Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at 11:55 pm

LISBON — Superintendent Richard Green told the School Committee on Tuesday night that the new Lisbon High School gymnasium is scheduled to be completed by Oct. 21.

 

The $4-plus million project is expected to be finished almost two weeks before voters go to the polls a fourth time to approve a school budget for 2015-16.

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Reminder Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Guest Speaker Barbara Whidden 07-23-2015

LISBON HIGH SCHOOL QUARTER 4 HONOR ROLL

 

Lisbon – Lisbon High School Principal, Nicholas Gannon, proudly announces the Quarter 4 Honor Roll students for the school year 2014-2015:

SENIORS – HIGH HONORS

Monica Austin, Jack Caron, Travis Caton, Patrick Dexler, Mia Durgin, Taylor Feehan,

Amanda Hazelton, Elizabeth Hinkley, Cosette Holmes, Reilly Johnson, Arianna Kahler, Michelle Martin, Taylor Plourde, Hannah Stritch, Dustin Wood

 

SENIORS – HONOR ROLL

Ashley Caron, Abigail Curtis, Adam Desjardins, Molly Nicholson, Charles Sult, Victoria Swan

 

JUNIORS – HIGH HONORS

Jake Angelico, Joseph Dunbar, Brianna Livingston, Charlotte Mooney, Breeann Sautter,

Eric Yim  

 

JUNIORS – HONOR ROLL

Cameron Bernier, Hannah Berube, Jared Williams 

 

SOPHOMORES – HIGH HONORS

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

 

SOPHOMORES – HONOR ROLL

Kyra Gamache, Kaylin Le

 

FRESHMEN – HIGH HONORS

Zoe Feehan, Jonah Sautter

 

FRESHMEN – HONOR ROLL

Morgan Fenderson, Megan Stone

 

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.

 

Submitted By:  Monica M. Millhime

 

 

***IMPORTANT*** Lisbon HS MELMAC Class of 2015 Survey‏

Dear Lisbon Graduates – Class of 2015:

Following is the second of four surveys required by The MELMAC Education Foundation.  You might recall, prior to graduation, we requested some information regarding your college, work or military aspirations, grants and scholarship information.  We need your input this summer, fall of 2015, and next summer, in order to maintain our grant monies to provide future collage visits, parent nights, scholarship and financial aid nights, etc.

Please use the self-addressed, stamped envelope included with the survey that was mailed to everyone this week.

We are requested all surveys be returned by July 25.  If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.  Thanking you in advance for your participation. 

Mrs. Millhime

Lisbon School Department – Community Resources / Grants

754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org

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LA Rotary to Welcome District Governor July 16

 

 

Lewiston – Members of the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Club have invited District Governor, Steve ‘Al’ Feather, as their noontime luncheon guest speaker on Thursday, July 16 at the Ramada Inn, Lewiston.  “District 7790 is a large and diverse district. We come together from two countries with two languages making us a truly international district,” shares Feather. “We are located in the Eastern part of the Province of Quebec and Central Maine, we are 53 clubs strong with approximately 1800 Rotarians and growing. In our District we combine the best of small rural and large metropolitan clubs each with their unique geographical areas and cultures.”

 

“Our clubs and district have a long and proud history of supporting the needs of their local communities through service projects. They engage with our young people through Rotary Youth Service Programs including Rotaract, Interact, Early Act, Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) and the Youth Exchange Programs to support, encourage and develop our future leaders. Our Rotary members also support many international projects including our current District Water and Sanitation Project in Nicaragua along with our continued support of Rotary International’s effort in eradicating polio.”

 

“Be a Gift to the World, our theme for this year, given to us by RI President K.R.’Ravi’ Ravindran inspires us to use our special gifts and talents to share with the world and that we have this one precious year together and our time is now. There are many opportunities for service - How can you be a gift to the world?”  See more at: http://portal.clubrunner.ca/50110#sthash.cp8uMhPc.dpuf

 

LA Rotary members welcome guests every Thursday from noon to 1 p.m.  FYI on programs contact Monica Millhime, 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org

LA Rotary to Welcome Sara Trafton from Community Concepts on August 6

Lewiston – Members of the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Club have invited Sara Trafton, from Community Concepts as their featured guest speaker on Thursday, August 6.   Trafton works in the Resource Development Department.  She has over 20 years of experience in the non-profit sector in Maine, and has served in executive leadership roles for the past 12 years.  

Trafton has knowledge and expertise in community building and organizational development, and is a strong advocate for using collaborative, capacity-based approaches to solve social issues.  She brings passion and enthusiasm to the work of helping people and communities become stronger, healthier, and more resilient. She was born in Boothbay Harbor, Maine and graduated from University of Southern Maine with dual degrees in Sociology and Communication and academic concentrations in organizational strategy and public relations.  

When she takes a break from working on community issues, Sara heads to the “100 Mile Wilderness” in northern Maine with a tent, a sleeping bag and a few good books. The Rotary fellowship group meets every Thursday at the Ramada Inn, Lewiston from noon to 1 p.m.  Guests are always welcomed.  FMI on program opportunities contact Monica Millhime, 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  

Lewiston Auburn Rotary Guest‏ For July 23rd

LA Rotary to Welcome Maine State Music Theater Development Director July 23

Lewiston – Members of the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Club have invited Barbara Whidden, Development Director of the Maine State Music Theater in Brunswick, as their guest speaker on Thursday, July 23.   Whidden, a proud native Mainer from Old Orchard Beach, has been with Maine State Music Theatre for 10 years, 7 of those years in her current position. As the Development Director she is responsible for sponsorship, playbill ad sales, grants, donations to the theatre and  special events. In her "free" time she serves as the bookkeeper for her husband's lobster wharf in Harpswell. Frequently she begins her day washing out bait barrels before going to her job at the theatre.  

She is a member of the Bath Maine Rotary and serves on its board.  Lewiston-Auburn Rotary members welcome guests every Thursday from noon to 1 p.m. at the Ramada Inn, Lewiston.

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LA Rotary to Welcome Moxie Festival Coordinator July 9

 

 

Lewiston – Members of the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Club have invited Tracey Steuber, the 2015 Moxie Festival Coordinator, as their noontime luncheon guest speaker on Thursday, July 9 at the Ramada Inn, Lewiston.  The Moxie Festival, has been held in Lisbon, Maine on the second weekend in July since 1982.  Steuber will be sharing the schedule of events starting with the fireworks display on Friday, July 10; followed by the Moxie Day 5K Race and Parade on Saturday.  Additional events include the free petting zoo, recipe contest, chug-n-challenge, and a concert in the park.  Sundays’ events include a car show, and a family fun day at Beaver Park.  The 2015 Moxie Festival runs from Friday, July 10 through Sunday, July 12. Rotary members welcome guests every Thursday from noon to 1 p.m. 

 

 

Monica M. Millhime

 

FREE Flagship Flicks!‏

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A summertime favorite continues!  Once again our Lisbon School Department partners in education, Flagship Cinema, Auburn are offering FREE summer movies.  Check out their schedule of flicks and show times.  Enjoy!

Monica

LACO Thank You to Community Service Group‏

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Lisbon Junior Volunteers Celebrate Success‏

LISBON JUNIOR VOLUNTEERS CELEBRATE SUCCESS

  Lisbon junior volunteers were treated to a pizza and a pool party on Thursday, June 4 to celebrate a year of contributing a record number of community service hours and their support to local charities during the 2014-15 school year.   Waiting for their pool time at the YMCA, Turner Street in Auburn pictured (l-r, front row): Erica Hill, Amelia Mooney, Abby Cunningham, Sarah Pitcher and Dustin Wood with chaperones (l-r, back row); Jim Millhime, Bobbi Hill and Laurie Pitcher. “It was such a pleasure hosting the Junior Volunteers’ celebration.  We are proud to be one of your sponsors, and we would love to continue the partnership next year,” shared Victoria Stanton, Director of Marketing and Advancement, Auburn-Lewiston YMCA.  Photo courtesy of Monica Millhime.

Lisbon – Members of the Lisbon School Department junior volunteer group celebrated the end of another successful year of contributing volunteer services in their schools and the greater community.  Students grades five through 12 are invited to join the volunteer program, modeled after the adult program, for the Lisbon School District.  Members of the Lisbon High School group contributed 3,917 hours; Philip W. Sugg Middle School students contributed 1,343 hours; and members of the youngest group of volunteers at Lisbon Community School volunteered 779 hours.  “The 2014-2015 school year was another great  year thanks to  amount of dedicated hours by all groups,” shares Monica Millhime, Community Resource and Volunteer Coordinator.    “The adult volunteers contributed 14,225 hours of service assisting in classrooms, chaperoning field trips, offering culinary assistance, photocopying, laminating, booklet binding and so much more, contributing to  total of 20,264 hours of volunteer time.  Since the program was introduced in  2004, 172,639 hours have been volunteered in the Lisbon School District.” 

Thanks to the community partnerships in education with Papa Gino’s and the YMCA in Auburn, students and their parents were treated to pizza and a pool party to celebrate their generous giving of volunteer services.   “Thanks to the galvanized efforts throughout the District by all junior volunteer members, students were able to contribute $1,050 to local non-profits this school year.  Donations were shared with the Lisbon Area Christian Outreach (L.A.C.O.), the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society and The Autism Society of Maine.  As their Advisor, I am extremely proud of our students’ commitment to make a difference in our community and provide assistance while maintaining good grades and serving as positive role models for their peers”, commented Millhime.

A moving tribute, flowers and a gift were presented to Millhime during the celebration for her dedication, passion and commitment to the hundreds of volunteers in the District.  Angela Shambarger, President of the parent groups at Lisbon Community School and Philip W. Sugg shared, “Not only do these Volunteer hours allow programs and work to be done that otherwise wouldn't happen, (not to mention the money saved) this magnitude of service to the community makes our community stronger by building social capital and develops our student volunteers into amazing young leaders with a sense of pride and compassion for their town and its citizens. Monica makes this happen. THANK YOU Monica.”

“Since 2004, The Lisbon School Department has been aligned with the prestigious National Presidential Volunteer Service Award Program,” commented Millhime.  Recipients receive a letter from the President of the United State, an award certificate and a National Volunteer Service pin.  Regardless of one’s political affiliation, it speaks volumes on a student’s college and/or job application to have received this award.”  Lisbon Community School students receiving the National Presidential Volunteer Service Award and volunteer certificates of appreciation were :  Gold award,  Erica Hill;.   Silver awards, Benjamin Shambarger, Lily Morse, Abby Cunningham, Grace Braley, Sarah Pitcher, Ethan Brown, Sophia McFadden, Madyson Ramsay and Ainslie Albert.  Students receiving the certificate of appreciation, Khalil Addison, Hunter Brissette, Sarah Charest, Caleb Coburn, Amanda Dall, Paige Garrison, Sierra Minnehan, Amelia Mooney, Caleb Phillips, Jennifer St. Pierre, Addisen Turcotte and Matthew Wilson.

Philip W. Sugg Middle School students receiving the Presidential Awards  included the following Gold awards,  Emily Chapman, Morgan Roy, Joey Frederick and Geoffrey Shambarger.  Receiving the silver award, Haylee Casey and Leigha Walls.  Bronze awards were presented to Amber Soucy, Elise Smith, Oceana Assignon and Charlee Cox.  Certificates of appreciation were presented to Alexandra Conley, Kane Strout, Jordyn Maloy, Sierra Martin, Carolyn Shane, and Derek Wilson.

Lisbon High School students receiving Presidential Service Awards included:  Gold awards, Natalie Thomsen and Dustin Wood.  Silver awards were earned by Joey Frederick, Benjamin LeClair, Amanda Mason, and Johnny Yim.  Bronze awards were presented to Alyssa Briglio, Silas Crosby, Jacob LeClair, Spenser Thebeau, Eric Yim, Lillian Johnston, Taylor Plourde, Loren Grant, Jordan McCain, Amanda Hazelton, Connor Craig, Jack Caron, Monica Austin, Tiffany Hursh and Adam Desjardins.  

Certificates of appreciation were shared with Lily Wade, Kaitlyn Hill, Charles Sult, Alyssa Finlay, Jake Angelico, Joseph Dunbar, Jared Williams, Hannah Martel, Dylan Brawn, Alexandra Sult, Kipri Steele, Hayley Wheeler, Christopher Normand, Jasmin Le, Kaylin Le, Kate Philbrick, Cody Richard, Hailey Kaherl, and Joseph Couillard.

FMI on events and opportunities to volunteer and become a community partnerships in education with Lisbon Schools call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Visit Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools on Facebook for the latest news and events. 

Editor's note:  We THANK YOU  Monica for EVERYTHING that you have done for the youths and parents in OUR community by keeping the readers informed of school happenings. The many "hats" that you wear in your daily duties is beyond amazing.  Having your position cut back or eliminated will definitely have a "drastic" impact for Lisbon's citizens.

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

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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.