Civil Rights Team Advisor Training‏

LISBON SCHOOLS CREATE SAFE SCHOOL ZONES WITH CIVIL RIGHTS TEAMS

Lisbon - On Monday, September 26, a training conference was held in Augusta for administrators, teachers, community advisors of Civil Rights teams within Maine schools.  Lisbon Community School (LCS), Philip W. Sugg Middle (PWS) School and Lisbon High School in Lisbon were represented during the training session.  Pictured (l-r) Lisbon High School Advisor, District Librarian, Katy Dodge; PWS Principal, Kate Race; LCS Assistant Principal, Ryan Patrie and Community Advisor for all three Lisbon Schools, Monica Millhime, also attended the conference.  Advisors were engaged in idea sharing and best practices were offered by the Attorney General’s Civil Rights Education team.  Attendees worked in groups planning and discussing the upcoming student training in November. Members of the Civil Rights team from Lisbon High School and Lisbon Community School will be attending the November training sessions in Augusta.   "Students and Advisors come away from trainings feeling energized and empowered to work toward creating and maintaining a supportive, safe and caring environment at school," comments Millhime.  Photo by Monica Millhime

Lisbon Philip W. Sugg Junior Volunteer Officers‏

Lisbon - The Philip W. Sugg Middle School Junior Volunteer program is in full swing with a calendar of events and community service activities.  The junior volunteer program is offered to students grades five through 8 and follows the guidelines adopted from the adult program for community and school activities.  Students in high school who have been trained in the program are invited to join the Interact Club, sponsored by the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Club.  Meetings are held monthly at PWS and new members are always welcome.  The volunteer force is currently supporting the collection of spare change for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society; a disposable diaper collection for a mission in Haiti with the high school Interact Club and plans are in the works to support future efforts for Muscular Dystrophy and Lisbon LACO Food and Clothing Bank and their annual community project of a holiday visit to the Lamp Alzheimer’s Facility in Lisbon.  Pictured (l-r) PWS Junior Volunteer President, Cody Campbell; Vice President, Alyssa Briglio; and Secretary, Bradley Harriman.  A new volunteer training class for middle school students is scheduled for Monday, October 31 from 11 to noon.   The next Junior Volunteer Meeting is Tuesday, November 1 at 7 a.m.  FMI contact Monica Millhime at 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Like us on FaceBook at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools.  Photo by Monica Millhime.

Lisbon HS Class of 2014 Assisted by Community Partnerships at Harvest Festival‏

Lisbon High School Class of 2014 Duck Pond was a popular attraction during Lisbon Harvest Festival on Saturday, September 24 at the MTM Park in Lisbon.  Students sold popcorn and a stuffed animal for those duck fishin’ during the event.  Photo #1 - Pictured (l-r) Gearing up for the day with bags of fresh popcorn are Maureen King, (mom of class treasurer Shantal MacWhinnie), assists sophomore Cameron Ramich.  Photo #2 – Members of the fundraising committee DJ Judd, Cam Ramich, Paula Caron, and Sierra Crosby were on hand during the Harvest Day event assisting visitors at the Duck Pond.  Not available for photo Alexis Bineau, Nick Corey and Dillon Poole.  Photo by Monica Millhime.

Lisbon – On Saturday, September 24, the Lisbon High School Class of 2014, along parent volunteers, participated in the third annual Town of Lisbon Harvest Festival.  Thanks to the numerous donations of stuffed animals from Lisbon School Volunteers and a Community Partnerships with members of the Lewiston Rotary students hosted the former Lisbon Rotary famous “Duck Pond” event for children, and parents alike, to catch a duck and win a prize.   Students also offered Festival goers fresh popcorn thanks to  efforts of Maureen King with contributions by Downeast Energy.  Proceeds from these two events will benefit the students in the Class of 2014 with the project graduation program and other events that are not included in the school budget. 

“The Festival was lots of fun and successful despite the rainy, gloomy weather earlier in the day,” shares Monica Millhime, Class of 2014 Advisor. “Thanks to combined efforts of students, parent volunteers Lisa Caron, Christie Clifford, Roxie Dobson and Maureen King and all of the donations of stuffed critters, students raised $300 toward their Project Graduation event. 

FMI on future events planned by Lisbon High School students or community partnerships in the Lisbon Schools, contact Monica Millhime, Community Resource Coordinator, 754-0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Like us on FaceBook at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools.

Lisbon PWS Students Attend Service-Learning @ Beaver Park‏

LISBON PWS STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN SERVICE LEARNING PROJECT AT BEAVER PARK

Beaver Park Ranger, Verla Brooks, guides students from Philip W. Sugg Middle School in Lisbon during a service-learning project.

Lisbon - Students at Philip W. Sugg (PWS) Middle School recently completed a service-learning project at Beaver Park in Lisbon.  Located off of Cotton Road, Beaver Park is a family oriented day use park that is used by residents and non-residents of Lisbon.  The project was initiated by teachers and staff at PWS, consisting of Ms. Sue Welch, Mrs. Veronica Koza, and Mrs. Karen Bergeron.

Under the direction of Verla Brooks, park ranger, the PWS students dismantled a bridge that was in much needed repair.  From there, students transported materials and select natural resources to the bridge site on the trail.  Beginning with the moment the students arrived on the work site and throughout the process, student showed great initiative and motivation to overcome the natural obstacles and to get the job done right.  "I am not surprised by the great effort and results these students put forth on this project, in fact, they do this everyday in some of the most difficult and challenging tasks here at school.  I am very proud of these students and excellent work they have done for the betterment of our school and community," said Assistant Principal Thomas Landberg.

The Park also provides a cross-country course for the PWS and Lisbon High School cross country teams, hosting two events annually. Be sure to visit Beaver Park to experience the natural beauty of the Maine woods here in Lisbon. 

FMI on other Lisbon School events and projects call Community Resource Coordinator, Monica Millhime at 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Like us on FaceBook @ Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools.

Lisbon LACO Ready to Assist‏

Lisbon High School Interact Club members welcomed Lisbon Area Christian Outreach (L.A.C.O.) Director, Carol Day (center) at a recent monthly meeting.  Day was introduced to the group by President Kody Priddle (left)   L.A.C.O. operates a Food and Clothing Pantry located at the  MTM Center, 16 School Street in Lisbon Falls.  Lisbon High School Interact Club members support the food panty with food drives throughout the school year and assist with stocking and organizing.  Pictured (l-r) Kody Priddle, Day and Club Treasurer, Kyle Priddle.  Photo by Monica Millhime.

Lisbon – The Lisbon Area Christian Outreach (L.A.C.O.) program, conveniently located at the MTM building, 16 School Street in Lisbon Falls, is open to anyone in need who resides in the towns of Bowdoin, Durham and Lisbon.   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.  Due to the lack of food coming in, clients will be allowed only one visit per month starting in October.  Clients may extend to a second visit with a letter from their general assistance Director in Lisbon, Durham or Bowdoin. 

The clothing bank is open to anyone free of charge.  Winter clothing is now available.  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.  Fall and winter clothing items are currently being accepted.  LACO members would like to thank the students and staff of the Lisbon schools, the LHS Interact Club, Boy Scouts, Post Office, and all the other organizations and individuals who donate food, clothing, money or volunteer time for these programs.  FMI on L.A.C.O. contact Carol Day at 353.8019.

Lisbon Community School PTO Officers‏

LISBON COMMUNITY SCHOOL’S PTO NEW OFFICERS READY TO GO!

Lisbon Community School students, parents and faculty welcomed the new officers of the LCS PTO at the group’s monthly meeting on Wednesday, September 7.  Pictured (l-r) Pamela Shane, Vice President; Angela Shambarger, President; Candace Barrett, Treasurer; ; Jennifer Libby, Fundraising Coordinator; and  Kim Simpson, Secretary. Photo by Monica Millhime. 

Lisbon – The new officers the of Parent Teacher Organization at Lisbon Community School are starting off the school year with a number of fun-filled family oriented events.  Officers met prior to the opening of school with LCS Principal, Carlene Iverson and Assistant Principal, Ryan Patrie to share the slate of events. The first event is a FREE Ice Cream Social on Friday, September 16 for all LCS families staring at 6 p.m. at the school with a Star Party on November 18.  The group will also be participating in Lisbon’s Harvest Day Festival on Saturday, September 24 at the MTM Park.  Parents and teachers meet every month on the first Wednesday of the month.  The next meeting is scheduled for October 5 starting at 6 p.m.  Complimentary babysitters is provided by Lisbon Junior Volunteers.  FMI on other events planned by the group contact President, Angela Shambarger, ashambarger@une.edu. 

Lisbon Fire Station Receives Mascot‏

 

Lisbon – Abigail Roy, a member of the Lisbon High School Class 2014 went fishin’ for ducks at her classes’ booth during the recent Moxie Festival in Lisbon.  Her prize was a stuffed Dalmatian.  In the spirit of giving, and acknowledgement of  the dedication of members of the Lisbon Fire Department, Abigail presented Lisbon Fire Chief Sean Galipeau with the Dalmatian, as a mascot for the fire station.  Thanks to the generosity from community volunteers and civic organizations of stuffed critter donations for the event, students raised $760 toward their project graduation fund.  Assisting Abigail with the presentation are other members of the Class of 2014 (l-r) Bailey Galipeau, Justin Crocker and Paige Galligan.  Duck Pond and popcorn sales are planned for the classes’ participation in the Lisbon Harvest Festival on Saturday, September 24.  FMI on Lisbon School volunteer opportunities, events and other programs email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Photo by Monica Millhime.

LA Rotary New Members‏

Newest Members of Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Club

Lewiston – The Lewiston-Auburn Club has grown by two new members, both formally of New Jersey.  Induction ceremonies for Robert Westhoven and Monica Millhime were held on Wednesday, May 11 at the Ramada Inn in Lewiston.  Westhoven’s club sponsor, Christine Wilson,  and Millhime’s sponsor, William Denehy, introduced the newest members to the fellowship and guests during the club’s Annual Awards Banquet.

Westhoven grew up in Southern New Jersey.  He has lived in Auburn for five years with his wife, Melissa.  The couple has a two year old son, Caden and is expecting another boy in late July.  Westhoven has worked for TD Bank for ten year and serves as the Small Business Relationship Manager.  Westhoven enjoys collecting sports memorabilia, fishing and playing softball.  His favorite team is the New York Giants. 

Millhime, Jersey born and raised, migrated to Maine years ago.  She resides in Durham with husband, Jim.  The couple’s daughter, Jaime, resides in Saco with her husband, Jeff.  Millhime is the Lisbon School Department Community Resource Coordinator and LHS Interact Club and Class of 2014 Advisor.  Millhime enjoys traveling, theater, gardening and reading.

  Pictured (l-r)  Robert Westhoven, Christine Wilson, Monica Millhime and William Denehy share a moment after the induction of Westhoven and Millhime as the two newest members of the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Club.  The fellowship meets every Thursday at noon at the Ramada Inn in Lewiston.  Photo by Kathy Becvar.

Lisbon Community Assists LACO‏

Lisbon – Students at Lisbon Community School (LCS) continue the gift of giving to others well after the holidays and throughout the school year.  Prior to leaving for school vacation on Friday, February 18, students assisted with gathering and counting a total of 1,087 cans of non-perishable food items donated by students, staff and families to the Lisbon Area Christian Outreach (LACO) located at the MTM building on School Street in Lisbon Falls.  LACO is a non-profit organization sponsored by Churches of various denominations located in Lisbon, Durham and Bowdoin Communities with a food pantry and clothing bank.  “The Lisbon Community of Schools is a caring group of students, staff and families who give from the heart to help others,” shares Carol Day, director of LACO.  “We are fortunate to have a number of student volunteers who assist at the Center on a regular basis volunteering their time to make a difference in our community.”  LACO’s hours of operation are Wednesdays 6 to 8 p.m.; Thursdays from 10 a.m. until noon; and Saturdays from 8 to 10 a.m.

Pictured front row knelling (l-r); Devin Wordell, fourth grade student of Maxine Shane; Noah Rideout, fourth grade student of Maxine Shane; second row (l-r) Daniel Bolton, third grade student of Marilyn Curtis, Kristian Grover, fourth grade student of Marcia Bickford; back row (l-r) Assistant Principal, Ryan Patrie, Principal, Carlene Iverson and LACO Director, Carol Day.  FMI on other school events and programs contact Monica Millhime, Community Resource Coordinator, 754-0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Photo by Monica Millhime. 

Lisbon Schools' CO Newest Addition‏

Lisbon Schools’ Central Office Newest Addition

                                                                                                                          Photo by Stan Craig

Lisbon – Rick Green, Superintendent of Lisbon School Department, welcomes the district’s Community Resource Coordinator / Grant Writer, Monica Millhime to a new location at Central Office, 19 Gartley Street in Lisbon.  “Millhime is on the move,” comments Green.  “This school year marks the seventh year Monica has been with us in Lisbon and with her expanded responsibility of grant writing for our district, having a presence at Central Office makes sense.  She still maintains points of presence at each of our Lisbon Schools working with administrators, teachers, staff, students and volunteers on specific days i.e. Lisbon Community School on Mondays and Fridays; Tuesdays at Philip W. Sugg; and Wednesdays at Lisbon High School.”   FMI on events and programs within Lisbon Schools, email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org or call 353-6711, ext. 219.

Lisbon HS Community Service Assists Coastal Humane‏

 

Pictured front (l-r):  Brett Gravel, DJ Judd, Dylan Busler; standing (l-r):  Millhime, Brianna Bennett, Dillion Poole, Paige Galligan, Taylor  Stevens, Nichole Conrad , Shaun Avery and Sullivan.  Photo by Jane Siviski, CHS.  

Lisbon - A group of Lisbon High School’s Community Service Club members, and their advisor, Monica Millhime,  attended a training session with Kathy Sullivan, Volunteer Coordinator at Coastal Humane Society in Brunswick on Tuesday, November 30.  Students are anxious to assist  as cat socialization volunteers and others areas at CHS.  “Volunteers are the core of our existence,” shares Sullivan.  CHS cares for 3,000+ stray, abandoned, abused, and owner-surrendered animals, seven days a week, 365 days each year.   FMI on  CHS opportunities, donation items  needed, or to become a volunteer, call 725-5051. 

Lisbon Community Resource Coordinator/Grant Writer

LISBON SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

Community Resource Coordinator / Grant Writer

Job Goal

Lisbon School Department connects the dots with students pre-kindergarten through high school, the Lisbon community and beyond.  Monica Millhime, Community Resource Coordinator / Grant Writer, plans, organizes and evaluates community resources for Lisbon students and their families.  Millhime recruits, trains and works with a dedicated force of adult volunteers, and students grades 5-12, for the benefit of students and teachers at Lisbon’s  Community School, Philip W. Sugg Middle School and Lisbon High School.  Millhime consistently networks with area businesses to form community partnerships and explores grant opportunities.  Whether it is a free monthly Lisbon family movie night, assistance in classrooms, field trips, guest speakers, service group contributions, corporate sponsorships or grants, a restaurant sponsored Culinary Arts Scholarship, assisting one of the numerous co-curricular groups, or taking work home to assist teachers, Lisbon’s Volunteers and Community Partnerships are an added resource in and out of the classroom for students.  FMI on the volunteer program in Lisbon email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org or call 754-0021. 

We are very pleased to continue the partnership formed last year with Monica, the Schools and the Lisbon Community.  The information provided will continue to be shared with our readers.  Welcome to a new school year everyone.

Lisbon PWS Greyhound Gab April Vacation Plans by Paula Caron‏

Greyhound Gab By: Paula Caron PWS Student Reporter 

During April vacation I'm going to Virginia to go see my family.  I’m really looking forward to the trip!
Connor Craig
7th grade student

I'm going to Fripp Island  in South Carolina with my family during April school vacation.  We go every year.  Believe it or not there are deer and alligators there.
Paige Galligan
8th grade student 

 My plans during April school vacation week are to do some walking and playing outside in the sun, 'cause that just me.
Lilly Dearing
8th grade student 

I’m going away to visit family too during school vacation.  It’s always a lot of fun for all of us to be together.
Sarah Craig

8^th grade student


Editor Note: Greyhound Gab is a column by Paula Caron, an eighth grade student at Philip W. Sugg Middle School in Lisbon. Views expressed in the column are from her “on the street” interviews with other students and or staff on a particular subject matter and/or event. All photos and interviews are conducted by Paula Caron.

This Week in the Greyhound Gab

Editor's Note:
Greyhound Gab is a column by Paula Caron, an eighth grade student at Philip W. Sugg

 Middle School in Lisbon.  Views expressed in the column are from “on the street” 

interviews with other students and or staff on a particular subject matter and/or event. 

All photos and interviews conducted by Paula Caron.

Greyhound Gab
By: Paula Caron
PWS Student Reporter

 
How did you spend your February Vacation? 
 
"During February vacation I hung out with friends.   I have a fun life because I

 have friends. I'm was on Face Book twenty-four-seven, donated blood with permission 

 from my mom, and went swimming." 
-Olivia Bulgin, grade 8. 

"I spent time with my friends and family. I also did some shopping and swimming." 

-Emily Stevens, grade 8.  

"I went to some parties during vacation and hung around."
-Arianna Bundy, grade 8. 

Greyhound Gab Holiday News

Greyhound Gab Holiday News by Paula Caron‏

Editor Note:
Greyhound Gab is a column by Paula Caron, an eighth grade student and member of the

 Student Media Group at Philip W. Sugg Middle School in Lisbon.  Views expressed in 

the column are from “on the street” interviews with other students and or staff on a

 particular subject matter and/or event.  All photos and interviews conduced by 

Paula Caron.

Greyhound Gab
By:  Paula Caron
PWS Student Reporter

How are you going to be spending your Holidays?

"I’m going to be spending my holidays at home, and going to my cousin’s house in Northern Maine where my family meets once a year."

Nathan Clavette
Grade 8

"I will be spending my holidays spending time with my family and just being lazy. And eating, eating, eating."

Cam Ramich
Grade 8

"I will be hanging out with my family over the holidays, sleeping, and eating. Just having a great time in the snow, and feeding the homeless on Christmas."

Abigail Roy
Grade 8

"I’ll be just spending time with my family, my sister’s coming home from Virginia…quality time with family and friends."


Amy St. Pierre
PWS Grade 8 Math and Science Teacher.

Lisbon HS Drama Presenting Annie This Weekend!‏

Photo by Paula Caron pictured left to right:

Tessie, played by Nicollette Cline, Duffy, played by Cheyenne Cameron, and Annie played by Elizabeth Koroski. 

By:  Paula Caron

Lisbon - Philip W. Sugg / Lisbon High School Student Reporter

Lisbon - Have you ever wanted to go to New York to see a Broadway Show?  Maybe you’d like to see a production of Annie?  One doesn’t have to travel all the way to NYC to see Annie.  This weekend The Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow right here in Lisbon! The Lisbon High School Drama Club will be performing the timeless classic, Annie Jr.  If you haven’t seen the movie Annie, the storyline is about an orphan girl who never gives up hope of finding her real parents. “I believe a drama program is important for many reasons: Drama provides an opportunity for students to learn self-discipline, to work together with others as an ensemble. Students learn how to control their bodies through choreography and movement, and how to memorize quickly,” shares Lisbon High School Drama Advisor, Jennifer Fox.  “Students who participate in drama gain self-confidence by performing in front of an audience, as well as leadership skills. Students learn all they can and help those who are new to acting.  A drama program allows students to give back to their community and foster pride in their school.”   “I am so grateful to be the Advisor for the LHS Drama Club and have the opportunity to work with such a talented group of students,” said Fox. The curtain will go up at the Lisbon High School Gym on Friday, November 13 and Saturday, November 14 at 7:00 pm, and again on Sunday, November 15 at 2:00 pm. Tickets for the show are a $3 donation.  FMI Jenifer Fox at 353-3030, email jfox@lisbonschoolsme.org.  Tickets will also be available at the door. The score of the show includes some of Broadways’ most memorable songs including, It’s a Hard Knock Life, Easy Street, and N.Y.C. You won’t want to miss this classic production, get your tickets today!

Greyhound Gab: Obama by PWS Paula Caron‏

Paula Caron

Editor Note: 

Greyhound Gab is a column by Paula Caron, an eighth grade student at Philip W. Sugg Middle School in Lisbon.  Views expressed in the column are from “on the street” interviews with other students and or staff on a particular subject matter and/or event.  All photos and interviews conduced by Paula Caron.

(Posted as submitted)

Greyhound Gab

By:  Paula Caron

PWS Student Reporter

How do you feel President Obama has been doing the first nine months of his administration?

I noticed he's sending troops to Afghanistan, and there hasn't been any news on taking the troops out of Iraq.  At least I haven't heard of him taking them out. Maybe I don't watch the news at the right time. The other thing I've heard is he's been helping fund banks and health care. If there's no way for him to supervise the money being spent, then I think he needs to pay a bit more attention on how they money is spent. But otherwise, I think he's been doing a good job.

Robert Dall

Grade 8

Well I think President Obama has been doing well. He's trying his best. He's doing his best with the economy and with the health care issue.

Sierra Crosby

Grade 8

I think the President is trying his hardest. He might be doing tons of good things, but I still think he is trying to make everyone like him.

Keely Domini

Grade 8

I don't think President Obama has done well so far.  He keeps spending more money and putting us further in debit.

Roxanna Carlson

Grade 8

I think the President has been very ambitious, and has handled opposition well.

Ms. Amy Crosby

Philip W. Sugg Middle School Art Teacher

Introducing Paula Caron and the Greyhound Gab

With great effort by Community Resource Coordinator, Monica Millhime, we are Proud to introduce Paula Caron and the Greyhound Gab!


Editor Note:

Greyhound Gab is a column by Paula Caron, an eighth grade student at Philip W. Sugg Middle School in Lisbon.  Views expressed in the column are from “on the street” interviews with other students and or staff on a particular subject matter and/or event.   All photos and interviews conducted by Paula Caron.

Greyhound Gab

By:  Paula Caron

PWS Student Reporter

What are your feelings on this year’s up coming flu season? Are you planning on getting a flu shot? If not, why?

I think they are completely over-rating the flu season this year. It isn't as bad as it was last year. I mean, I understand the swine flu epidemic, but it's partially died out by now. I've gotten a flu shot just in case, but I don't really see the reason why.

- Brittany Couillard, Grade 8

I'm not sure about getting a flu shot this year. I haven't gotten one yet. But, I'm sure my mom will make me. I would have to say there's quite a bit of an epidemic out there, and there's a lot of reported cases of the flu."

- Patrick Dexler, Grade 7

We are over reacting to the flu, and no I'm not getting a flu shot because there hasn't been an outbreak.                    

- Josh Broadwater, Grade 8

I'm defiantly getting a flu shot.  I'm trying not to get too parodied about it. I'm using lots of hand sanitizer.

-Ms. Jacqlyn Young

PWS 8th Grade English/ Social Studies Teacher

Meghan's Circle, A New Addition For Our Readers

Note: Meghan’s Circle is a column by Meghan Craig, a junior at Lisbon High School. Views expressed in the column are from “on the street” interviews with other students and or staff on a particular subject matter and/or event.

MEGHAN’S CIRCLE

By: Meghan Craig

Lisbon High School

Junior

Question:

What is your opinion of President Obama’s Health Care Reform?

Response:

Kayla Yates, Junior

I think the Health Reform is a bad idea because you’ll have health care but you will be paying more in taxes.

Shauna Riordan, Junior

The Health Care Reform is a bad idea all together. “Free health care” isn’t free. The government does not need to control everything!!!

Jeremy Weddle, Sophomore

I think the Health Care Reform is a bad idea because I want to earn coverage by working.