The Lisbon Reporter

WELCOME TO THE LISBON REPORTER. In an effort to keep our community informed of what is going on at local and Federal levels of government, we decided to create this on-line newspaper. It is our hope that this on-line newspaper will help you stay informed so that you can get involved and take action for the benefit of our ENTIRE community. Thank you for visiting and please check back frequently for information about what is happening in LISBON/LISBON FALLS, MAINE USA

Tuesday, December 23, 2014

LISBON ALUMNI SHARE ASPIRATIONS

Pictured: Paula Caron, a member of the United States Army Reserves, Class of 2014; Brittany Roldan, a student at Central Maine Community College, Class of 2014; and Jeremy Judd, a Maine Forest Warden, Class of 1996; were invited by The MELMAC Education Foundation College Access Team and the LHS Junior Advocacy Team, to meet with Lisbon High School students to share their aspirations beyond high school. Photos by Monica Millhime.

Lisbon – Lisbon High School (LHS) administrators, teachers and staff are dedicated to the success of their students. “Our Aspirations Grant from the MELMAC Education Foundation provides LHS students with the financial support and resources throughout the year,” shares Monica Millhime, Community Resources/Grant Lead for the Lisbon School District. On Wednesday, December 10 at the LHS Campus, 2 Sugg Drive in Lisbon Falls, three alumni were invited to share their journey after graduation. “We have a dedicated group of stakeholders who pride themselves on providing the opportunities and tools needed for students to achieve their aspirations. One new strategy is to invite alumni, and other members of the community, to share their successes as they embark on educational journeys after graduation.” The MELMAC Education Foundation grant allows us to continue nurturing the beyond high school mind-set for aspirations to attend college and other levels of higher education. The partnership with MELMAC continues to assist with costs of college visits for all of our students, sponsors parent/student nights, financial aid opportunities and so much more.” A common theme of advice from visiting alumni was the importance of strong academics, involvement in athletics, other clubs and community service programs. Aspiration sessions with former graduates will continue with the support of MELMAC and LHS Advocacy teams based on alumni availability. FMI on other events and programs visit Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools and the LHS Guidance pages on Facebook or call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.