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.

Tennessee Legislature Repeals Failed Common Core School Curriculum

By clyde - Apr 21, 2015

The Tennessee House voted unanimously (97-0) to repeal the terrible law and the Senate is expected to follow suit.

“This legislation is a template for all states to begin a much needed journey of separation from federally generated standards and an invitation to embrace each states’ own constitutionally delegated authority to serve its citizens at its own will,” said HB1035 chief sponsor Rep. Billy Spivey (R-Lewisburg). “As our founders and God surely intended.”


TO READ MORE: http://gopthedailydose.com/2015/04/21/tennessee-legislature-repeals-failed-common-core-school-curriculum/

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.   

Monica M. Millhime

Lisbon Hosts Artist Clint Fulkerson

LISBON COMMUNITY SCHOOL HOSTS ARTIST CLINT FULKERSON

  

Lisbon – Students and staff at Lisbon Community School, (LCS)  hosted visiting artist, Clint Fulkerson of Portland, Maine on Wednesday, April 8. Fulkerson recently exhibited at the Portland Museum of Art, Endicott College, University of Maine Farmington, and other galleries in Maine and New York. Fulkerson spent the entire day on the elementary school campus located at 33 Mill Street in Lisbon.  

The talented artist spent time talking with students in every grade level sharing his experiences as an artist, and what inspires him. Fulkerson worked with students to actively participate in creating drawings  using tape on the gymnasium floor. The full day event concluded with a spectacular collaborative piece of artwork.  The program was funded thanks to the generosity of the LCS Parent Teacher Organization.   

 Assistance throughout the day was provided by many members of the Lisbon Volunteer Program. FMI on other events, programs, partnerships in education, and volunteer opportunities in Lisbon Schools call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Photos of Fulkerson’s visit may be found on FaceBook at Visiting Artist at Lisbon Community School and Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools.

Lisbon Students Benefit from Reader-to-Reader Program

Reader-to-Reader Program Supports Lisbon Students

  First grade students at Lisbon Community School enjoy reading their favorite books thanks to a partnership in education with the Reader-to-Reader Program.  Pictured (l-r); Mrs. Christine Fairservice, Kasie Booker, Aizyk Miller, Robert Lerette, Landon Booker, Erika Judd, Noah Ward and Joseph Kresge. 

 Photo courtesy of Monica Millhime.

Lisbon - Lisbon Community School is thankful for a very generous donation from the Reader-to-Reader program of Amherst, MA.  Reader-to-Reader donated over one hundred books to a very special first grade classroom! The books have gone a long way to promote a strong love of literature for our learners. 

Reader-to-Reader also partnered with Lisbon Community School PTO to provide each kindergartner and Pre-K student a brand new book in the fall to welcome them to school and encourage reading right from the start.   

FMI on events and other programs in Lisbon Schools, 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 Got Talent Show Rocks!‏

LISBON TALENT SHOW ROCKED THE RAFTERS

 The annual Lisbon High School (LHS) Got Talent Show rocked the rafters in the LHS Gymnasium on Friday, March 27.  The show, produced by The Lisbon Tech Club, provided ticket goers with their money’s worth.   Acts were masterfully performed by students during the event on the campus at 2 Sugg Drive in Lisbon Falls.  Pictured front row: (l-r) Ciera Miller, Hannah Stritch, Bree Daigle, Loren Grant, Molly Nicholson, Hailey Kaherl.  Back row:  Noah Watts-Thiboutot, Teagan Stritch, RJ Sargent, Alesha Bard, Selena Cordner, Garrett Caton, Andrew Balser, Max Poulin, Michelle Martin, Travis Caton, and Eric Yim.

Lisbon – Lisbon High School stage transformed into a show-stopping platform for picture-perfect performances during the Lisbon Got Talent Show.  Tech Club members sponsored the event and held true to their promise of providing an exciting evening of entertainment.  Michelle Martin and Max Poulin served as Mistress and Master of Ceremony throughout the evening introducing a variety of acts.  The Wheel of Misfortune was provided by Michelle Martin, Max Poulin, Loren Grant, Cosette Holmes and Molly Nicholson.  Eric Yim came in with a bang with his drum solo.  Other performances included Hailey Kaherl singing Cry With You, by Hunter Hayes; Alesha Bard’s dance solo; Hannah and Teagan Stritch performed a brother/sister act of Bring Me to Life by Evanescence.  Charles Adams shared a movie he produced and Zachary Morin performed as Zach the Great.  Multimedia productions with Jib Jab were presented by Sean Ball, Josh Collier, Gabe Edgin, JD Martin, Jeff Willey, Monica Austin, Loren Grant, Taylor Martin, Molly Nicholson and Lily Wade.  Noah Watts-Thiboutot shared a guitar solo; Ciera Miller sang How to Save a Life by The Fray.  The grand finale routine of the Fashion Squad was shared by the talents of Charles Adams, Kyle Bourget, Andrew Golino, Jacob Muldering and RJ Sargent. 

“The event was another huge success,” shares Tech Club Advisor, Paul Giggey, “Thanks to the support and generosity of area merchants and partners in education Alma-Lea’s Dance Studio; Androscoggin Bank; Don’s Automotive; Hannaford Supermarkets; Lisbon’s Community Resource Coordinator; Lisbon Community Federal Credit Union; LHS Yearbook; Lisbon Family Dental Care; Lisbon Recreation Department; Quality Care Auto and Rogers’ Insurance.  All proceeds from the show benefit the Tech Club program at Lisbon High School.  FMI on other events and programs, contact Monica Millhime, Community Resources, 754-0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Check out the latest programs and information on Facebook at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools.

Lisbon Seuss Bulletin Board Winners‏

LISBON DR. SEUSS BULLETIN BOARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED!

Lisbon – One of the highlights of the annual Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration held at Lisbon Community School (LCS) on Friday, March 6, were the bulletin boards created by students and their teachers.  “Grades pre-kindergarten through grade four participated,” shares Monica Millhime, Lisbon’s Community Resource Coordinator.  “Teachers and students decided on themes, the layouts and the designs of their Dr. Seuss themed boards and were very excited to have completed their contest entry by the night of the event.”  

Over 400 attendees were invited to tour the LCS campus prior to the featured guest readers to vote for their favorite display.  “The energy was kinetic throughout the school leading up to the evening events.   Students also had an opportunity to tour the displays and were quick to compliment the various participating classrooms.  Entries featured some of the all-time favorite Seuss books and provided lessons in creativity, teamwork, strategic planning and the ability to meet deadlines.”  

 Ms. Jessica Swindlehurst, grade 1 teacher, featuring The Lorax

Miss Beth Gilbert, grade 1 teacher featuring Oh, the Places You’ll Go

 Mrs. Phyllis St. Pierre, grade two class created The Shape of Me

 Mrs. Deb Furrow’s kindergarten class featuring One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish

The people’s choice for the best classrooms’ presentations were first place Ms. Jessica Swindlehurst, grade 1 teacher, featuring The Lorax;  a tie for second place with Miss Beth Gilbert, grade 1 teacher featuring Oh, the Places You’ll Go; and Mrs. Phyllis St. Pierre, grade two class created The Shape of Me.  Third place was Mrs. Deb Furrow’s kindergarten class featuring One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish. 

All classrooms received a certificate of participation and the winning classrooms received iTune gift cards thanks to the sponsorship provided by the LCS Parent Teacher Group.   FMI on other events, programs or community partnerships in education or volunteering in Lisbon Schools, call 754.0021, or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Like us on FaceBook at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools.  Photos provided by Monica Millhime.

Lisbon Parent Meeting Date Changed‏

LISBON HIGH SCHOOL PARENT MEETING DATE CHANGED

Lisbon – The Lisbon High School Parent Group Meeting originally scheduled for Monday, March 23 has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 25 at 6:00 p.m. in the LHS school library, 2 Sugg Drive, Lisbon Falls.  Directly following this meeting will  by a Lisbon School Committee meeting at 7:00 p.m. at the Town Office in Lisbon.  The Parent Group meetings are typically held on the fourth Monday of the month, but will be on Wednesday for the March meeting only.  The agenda is as follows:

AGENDA

                                                1.  Welcome

                                                2.  Revisiting the goals of the Parent Group 

                                                3.   Parent-Teacher conferences  evening  meal

                                                      on Thursday, April 2  

Any questions please contact LHS Principal, Nicholas Gannon, 353.3030.

Lisbon HS to Host FUSE Siemens Event‏

LISBON STUDENTS INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN FUSE CHALLENGE

High school students try out FUSE challenges of Wind Commander and a Solar Roller at a Siemens outreach event.

Lisbon – A group of 60 Lisbon High School (LHS) freshman students will be participating in green technologies program called FUSE on Tuesday, April 14.   The FUSE program invites young people to explore hands-on challenges inspired by real-world STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) and design practices.  FUSE is a new kind of interest-driven learning experience developed by researchers and educators in the School of Education and Social Policy at Northwestern University.  Siemens has partnered with Northwestern and created classes offered to students in grades K-12. 

The Siemens Building Technologies Division in Buffalo Grove, Ill., is the North American market leader for safe and secure, energy-efficient and environment-friendly building and infrastructures.  As a technology partner, service provider, system integrator and product vendor, Building Technologies has offerings for fire protection, life safety and security as well as building automation, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and energy management. 

The FUSE program offers a wide array of challengers that appeal to students’ existing interests in music, design, and pop culture.  Students work in teams of five at their own pace to complete the FUSE challenges, leveling up through increasingly complex projects and producing unique artifacts along the way.  FUSE Facilitators for the event at LHS, 2 Sugg Drive, Lisbon Falls, will be Science Teachers Rita Newell and Anne Wallace.  Teachers will assist with problem solving during the challenges presented by the complex projects.  Combining STEM programs with FUSE classes provides an additional approach to the sciences for a more diverse group of students. 

Siemens is supporting the development of FUSE challenges in Lisbon and Gardiner Schools as part of their Green Footprint program.  Students at both locations will have the opportunity to try out the challenges and build their own wind turbines and solar cars.  To learn more about the Siemens Building Technologies Division visit  www.usa.siemens.com/buildingtechnologies.  FYI or other events and programs, volunteer and partnership opportunities in Lisbon Schools call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  The latest updates can be found at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools on FaceBook.

LISBON HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS CONNECT WITH MITCHELL INSTITUTE PROGRAM

Lisbon -  “We are pleased to have the Mitchell Institute Aspirations Program Scholars at Lisbon High School,” shares Shari Jordan, LHS School Counselor. “ Sophomores that participate are learning about college planning through interactive presentations.”   As part of this program students get to meet with Bowdoin Scholars a few times at LHS and then they have the opportunity to visit Bowdoin College on March 27th for an information session, lunch, and a tour. Students &  Mitchell Scholars from left-right:  Adrienne Bolton, Cody Richard, Jessica Call, Alyssa Hall, Ciera Miller, Kurtis Bolton, Ben Stone, Selena Lorrey, Patrick Walsh, Chase Collier,Jacob Fusaro, and Abby Roy (Center).  FMI on other programs and projects within Lisbon Schools call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Check out the latest events at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools on FaceBook.

 Monica M. Millhime

Lisbon's Kahler Receives MPA Award‏

ARIANNA KAHLER RECEIVES MPA PRINCIPAL'S AWARD

 Arianna Kahler

Lisbon Falls - Arianna Kahler, daughter of Robert and Julie Kahler of Lisbon Falls, a senior at Lisbon High School, has been selected to receive the 2015 Principal's Award, Principal Nicholas Gannon announced today.  The award, sponsored by the Maine Principals' Association (MPA), is given in recognition of a high school senior's academic achievement and citizenship.

                                                                                 

"Throughout her years at Lisbon High School, Ari has distinguished herself in the classroom, on the playing field, and as a leader in the school and the community," Principal Gannon noted in making the award.  "She very much deserves this recognition."

Arianna and other award winners and their principals will attend an Honors Luncheon at the Spectacular Event Center in Bangor on Saturday, April 11, 2015 at 12:30 p.m.

The Honors Luncheon recognizes these outstanding students with the presentation of an individual plaque and the awarding of five $1,000 scholarships in the names of Horace O. McGowan and Richard W. Tyler.  Mr. McGowan and Mr. Tyler were former Maine principals and executive directors of the Association.  This year an additional five $1,000 scholarships will be presented through the efforts of the MPA Scholarship Golf Tournament.

The Principal's Award is presented in more than 100 Maine public and private high schools by member principals of the MPA, the professional association which represents Maine's school administrators.

Lisbon HS Students of the 2nd QTR.

LISBON PRINCIPAL GANNON ANNOUNCES STUDENTS OF THE 2^nd 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,  Cheyenne Pesce; Sophomore, Kaylin Le; Junior, Ashley Patten; and Senior, Loren Grant.  Photo courtesy of Monica Millhime.

Lisbon – Lisbon High School, Principal Nicholas Gannon, announced the Students of the 2^nd Quarter during a school-wide assembly on Monday, March 9.   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, Loren Grant.  Grant is the daughter of Pamela and George Grant of Lisbon Falls.  “Loren is a conscientious student who is organized.  As a Lisbon Junior Volunteer she assists at a local nursing home.   She has been accepted at UMO for Pre-Nursing and USM for Biology.  She also has received the USM Scholars Award,” shared Gannon.  Ashley Patten, daughter of Audra Segars of Whitefield was the junior student of the quarter.  “Ashley is a responsible young woman who actively engages in Spanish class activities and is always seeking new learning opportunities.  She exhibits maturity and kindness and is a positive role model for others.”  Kaylin Le, is a member of the sophomore class.  She is the daughter of Christy and Eric Le of Lisbon.  “Kaylin is always upbeat, happy, helpful, kind, is a Lisbon Junior Volunteer and is a very talented athlete that plays three sports.”  Freshman of the quarter was awarded to Cheyenne Pesce, daughter of Adria Groh and Christopher Pesce of Lisbon.  “Cheyenne always gives a consistent quality effort in class.  She has a great attitude and works well with others.  She voluntarily participated in Poetry Out Loud beyond the classroom competition, a prime example of her enthusiasm for school and her willingness to work hard.”

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 Dr. Seuss Night Hosts Over 400‏

LISBON CELEBRATES ANNUAL DR. SEUSS EVENT WITH RECORD ATTENDANCE

  Lisbon School’s Assistant Superintendent, Heather Wilmot, assisted as a guest reader during the evening festivities at the annual Dr. Seuss birthday celebration at Lisbon Community School.  Face painting provided by LCS District Librarian Katy Dodge; Library aide, Victoria Worden; Roxanne Blethen, Laurie Cincotta, Debbie Cote, Linda Lally, Sally LeBlanc, Dottie Nadeau, Kymberlee Piela and Jessi Stein helped create a Seussville atmosphere for the event.  Photo by Natalie Thomsen.

Lisbon – The halls throughout Lisbon Community School were filled with Dr. Seuss pajama designs and other costume clad students, parents, staff, and community members celebrating the National Read Across America Program with a Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration.  Guest readers arrived at the school campus located at 33 Mill Street in Lisbon on Friday, March 6^th,  to find a record number of attendees.  Sue Ramsay, Officer Jeff Picard, Chief Sean Galipeau, Sue Bornstein, Shawn Wright, Heather Wilmot, Jo Jean Keller, Judith Rowe and Ron Hood provided readings to children, and their parents, from the most popular collection of Dr. Seuss books.  

Guest receptionists Lorraine Bard and Lisa Caron welcomed over 400 attendees to the event.  “Thanks to the combined efforts of our adult and junior volunteers throughout the district, we had a fun-filled family night in Lisbon,” shares Lisbon’s Community Resource Coordinator, Monica Millhime.  “Anticipating a larger crowd from the 300 attendees last year, we opened our doors earlier at 4:15 p.m. to allow visitors the opportunity to get their faces painted with Dr. Seuss characters.   

Donations from the face painting were targeted for use by the LCS Library.  An added feature this year were the impressive displays of Dr. Seuss themed bulletin boards designed by classroom teachers and their students.  Guests were invited to vote on their top three choices of bulletin boards.”  Homemade cookies provided by Lisbon’s Nutrition Director Jim Damsgaard, and his LCS kitchen staff, were a huge hit.  Door prizes and iTune gift cards for the winning bulletin boards were provided by the LCS PTO group.  

Junior volunteers offered popcorn sales thanks to a donation from the Auburn Flagship Cinema.  Proceeds from the sales benefit local non-profit agencies. Ron Hood, an avid collector of Seuss and Pez items donated a Sneetches collectable.  Jo Jean Keller from the Lisbon Library contributed a Dr. Seuss tote bag as a door prize.   “According to the feedback received after the event, folks are already looking forward to next year’s event.” 

 FMI on other events and programs in Lisbon Schools call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Additional photos from the event can be found on FaceBook at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools.

Lisbon Community Welcomes Meteorologist‏

METEOROLOGIST VISITS LISBON COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Mallory Brooke, WMTW Channel 8 Meteorologist, visited students at Lisbon Community School (LCS) on Wednesday, March 11.  Brooke was welcomed back for her second Weather Unit visit by LCS students and teachers. Brooke’s presentation compliments the classroom unit of studies on the weather.  Students had an opportunity for questions and answers with the local TV personality. Photo courtesy of Monica Millhime.

 

Lisbon - On Wednesday, March 11, Meteorologist Mallory Brooke, WMTW Channel 8 TV,  visited with third grade students at Lisbon Community School (LCS).  Third grade students and their teachers, Kathy Dow, Sue Hardison, Ashley LaCroix, Stacy White and Tayler Grenier welcomed Brooke’s return visit to LCS.  “Mallory’s visit assists students with their weather unit studies and future aspirations in their educational journey for career options,” shares Sue Hardison.   Brooke stressed the importance of science and math skills for weather forecasting.    “Meteorologists view many computer models to predict weather conditions,” shared Brooke.   

Students presented a bouquet of fresh spring flowers to Brooke in appreciation for her visit.   FMI on events and other opportunities for making community connections in the classroom, contact Community Resource Coordinator, Monica Millhime,754-0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  FMI on the latest programs and projects in Lisbon Schools visit us on FaceBook at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools. 

 Monica M. Millhime

Community Resources / Grants

LISBON SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

19 Gartley Street, Lisbon, ME  04250

207.754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org

Lisbon Students Assist LACO‏

Lisbon High School Class of 2014 alumni, Paula Caron, was accompanied by a district-wide group of Lisbon Schools’ Junior Volunteers, at the annual  Lisbon Area Christian Outreach Valentine’s Day Dinner.  Students assisted with greeting and serving over 200 attendees.  Proceeds from the event benefit the Food Panty in Lisbon Falls.   Pictured front row (l-r):  Alex Couillard, Emily Chapman, Joey Frederick, and Elise Smith.  Back row:  Ali Sult, Caron, Natalie Thomsen, Silas Crosby, Jordan Frederick, Johnny Yim and Oceana Assignon.  Photo courtesy of Monica Millhime.

Lisbon –Members of Lisbon Schools’ Junior Volunteer Program assisted with the Lisbon Area Christian Outreach (L.A.C.O.) Second Valentine’s Day Soiree on Friday, February 13.  The five course turkey dinner held at Holy Trinity Church in Lisbon Falls benefited the LACO Food Pantry.  Door prizes were awarded and entertainment was provided by Just Us Entertainers.  “We served 200 people and raised over $3,600 thanks to the support of the Lisbon Community,” shares Carol Day, co-director of LACO. 

L.A.C.O. is conveniently located at the MTM building, 16 School Street in Lisbon Falls, and is open to anyone in need who resides in the towns of Bowdoin, Durham and Lisbon.   The L.A.C.O. Food Pantry operates through the generous giving of local volunteers from seven area churches.  Hours of operation are Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Thursdays from 10 a.m. to noon and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.  Residents wishing to visit the food panty for assistance are asked to fill out an application and must show two forms of identification, a photo ID ( i.e. driver’s license) and a utility bill, etc., providing proof of address.  Students in the Lisbon community have support the food panty with food drives throughout the school year and assist with stocking and organizing. 

The clothing bank is open to anyone free of charge.  Donations of clothing or bedding can be dropped off when the clothing bank and food pantry are open.   Items also may be left in the plastic bins outside the entrance to the food pantry and clothing bank at the rear of the MTM Center.  Questions regarding L.A.C.O. may be directed to Carol Day by emailing patab@myfairpoint.net.  

Lisbon Students Accept Titan Challenge‏

JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT TITAN CHALLENGE EMBRACED BY LISBON STUDENTS

  

Lisbon students participated in the third annual Titan Challenge at the University of Maine, LA Campus.  The event was sponsored by Junior Achievement and sponsored by The MELMAC Education Foundation.    Pictured front row (l-r):  Kim Benjamin MES, Junior Achievement Volunteer; Tiffany Hursh; Montana Hern; Judith Hursh; Hunter Williams.  Standing:  Cote Brauneis; Andy DesPres Gartley Street Program teacher; Dan Leeman, Junior Achievement Volunteer; Nick Rogers; Sean MacDonnell; and Dan Westleigh. 

Lisbon – Students enrolled in Lisbon High School’s Alternative Education Program at 19 Gartley Street in Lisbon,  accepted the Junior Achievement invitation to compete in the annual Titan Challenge.  The event was held on February 11 on the campus of USM Lewiston/Auburn.  Teams of students discussed the best practices for managing a virtual manufacturing company  while operating with six key business concepts for price of product, production levels, marketing expenses, research and development costs, capital investments and charitable contributions.  

Local business professions served as mentors for students throughout the day-long event.  Schools from throughout Maine participated in the annual Challenge sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and Junior Achievement.  Students at the Gartley Street Program were also supported by The MELMAC Education Foundation.  FMI on events and other programs in Lisbon Schools call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Visit us on FaceBook at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools.

Lisbon HS Qtr 2 Honor Roll‏

LISBON HIGH SCHOOL QUARTER 2 HONOR ROLL SCHOOL YEAR 2014-2015

Lisbon – Lisbon High School Principal, Nicholas Gannon, released the Quarter 2 Honor Roll students as follows:

SENIORS – HIGH HONORS

Monica Austin, Adam Desjardins, Patrick Dexler, Mia Durgin, Taylor Feehan, Amanda Hazelton, Cosette Holmes, Reilly Johnson, Arianna Kahler, Taylor Plourde, Victoria Swan

SENIORS – HONOR ROLL

Allison Bubar, Loren Grant, Elizabeth Hinkley, Molly Nicholson, Charles Sult, Dustin Wood, Mikayla Yanez

JUNIORS – HIGH HONORS

Samantha Bolduc, Alyssa Briglio, Joseph Dunbar, Brianna Livingston, Breeann Sautter, Eric Yim

JUNIORS – HONOR ROLL

Jake Angelico, Cameron Bernier, Cody Campbell, Jordan Frederick, Troy Galarneau, Charlotte Mooney, Breann Vachon 

SOPHOMORES – HIGH HONORS

Andrew Balser, Caitlin Johnson, Mikella Kipri Steele, Hayley Wheeler 

SOPHOMORES – HONOR ROLL

Ryley Austin, Damara Chesley, Chase Collier, Selena Cordner, Silas Crosby, Bree Daigle, Cassidy Dall, Bailey Eveson, Jasmin Le, Kaylin Le, Ciera Miller, Christopher Normand 

FRESHMEN – HIGH HONORS

Morgan Fenderson, Bradley Harriman

FRESHMEN – HONOR ROLL

Savannah Czechalski, Erin Davenport, Zoe Feehan, Mark Holmes, Benjamin LeClair, Bridget Rowley, Jonah Sautter, Megan Stone, Teagan Stritch, Anna Willey 

Lisbon Dr. Seuss Face Painting & Popcorn‏

Lisbon HS Respect Day March 4, 2015

LISBON HIGH PROMOTING A RESPECT DAY WEDNESDAY MARCH 4

Lisbon – Members of the Lisbon High School Project UNIFY group is holding a Respect Day on Wednesday, March 4 in conjunction with Spread the Word to End the R Word on this day.  The program will include morning announcements promoting Respect Day/Spread the Word to End the R Word after the Pledge every morning.  Pledge sheets will be distributed in all student Advocacy’s groups to engage participation throughout the school’s population.  Posters will displayed for students to further their commitment by signing to promote the group’s mission.  Stories and related activities specifically addressing RESPECT will be shared in Advocacy groups on Thursday, March 5.  

Group discussions will be invited and encouraged to share thoughts on how to be more respectful at school, home and in the greater community.  Everyone will receive an ice cream sundae during lunches for participating on Wednesday and Thursday promoting RESPECT.  FMI on other projects and programs in the Lisbon School, volunteer and community partnerships please call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Events are posted on FaceBook at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools.

New MEAs

According to the Maine Education Association: For the first time in Maine, students will take a new, unproven standardized test administered by a company called Smarter Balanced. The state Department of Education (DOE) is calling the test the Maine Educational Assessment or MEA. This is not the same MEA students used to take in years past.

Parents can opt their child(ren) out of the new, untested standardized tests and can demand real learning time for their child(ren).

http://maine.nea.org/home/1638.htm

Submitted by: Gregg