RSU34 elementary band students had a blast at the District V Elementary Honors Festival at the Piscataquis Community Secondary School in Guilford, Maine. There were over 100 5th and 6th grade students participating in the festival!
about 2 years ago, Maggie Mitchell
5 fifth grade band members, dressed in black with their instruments
5th graders playing in the brass section of a band
5th grade band members pose with their teachera
5th grade band members pose together with smiles waiting on the bleachers before a performance
two band members with their instruments
one band member with her flute
a band member smoking while waiting for a performance
May lunch menu for OTES
about 2 years ago, Maggie Mitchell
May 2023 lunch menu
Remember to complete your April Vacation Challenge and send your picture to Mrs. Reesman. Let's see how many of us can get out and enjoy the spring season! Listen to Mrs. Reesman read one or both of these two recorded read alouds and have some fun outdoor adventures over April vacation! Below is the Ultimate Guide for Spring Activities! Send a picture to michelle.reesman@rsu34.org of you enjoying the great outdoors however you want to over April break, and your name will be put in a drawing for one of these two books! There are lots of books to give away! Couch Potato: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16DzU7Pdz5_Bbuyjb8O0K2iSf9TWHfYw8/view?usp=sharing How To Say Hello to A Worm: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1J6uyNIAlngSnZaz-9iqHF3T-dD5fPaJt/view?usp=sharing Library Website: https://sites.google.com/rsu34.k12.me.us/rsu34-library/
about 2 years ago, Maggie Mitchell
April Vacation Challenge flier
The Ultimate Guide for the Best Spring Activities list of 60 activities
Have you worked on your April Vacation Challenge yet? Let's see how many of us can get out and enjoy the spring season! Listen to Mrs. Reesman read one or both of these two recorded read alouds and have some fun outdoor adventures over April vacation! Below is the Ultimate Guide for Spring Activities! Send a picture to michelle.reesman@rsu34.org of you enjoying the great outdoors however you want to over April break, and your name will be put in a drawing for one of these two books! There are lots of books to give away! Couch Potato: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16DzU7Pdz5_Bbuyjb8O0K2iSf9TWHfYw8/view?usp=sharing How To Say Hello to A Worm: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1J6uyNIAlngSnZaz-9iqHF3T-dD5fPaJt/view?usp=sharing Library Website: https://sites.google.com/rsu34.k12.me.us/rsu34-library/
about 2 years ago, Maggie Mitchell
April Vacation Challenge flier
The Ultimate Guide for Best Spring Activities list of 60 activities
Join us TONIGHT, Thursday, April 13th from 6-7pm as our 5th graders will battle OTES staff on the basketball court! Students and their families from all grades are invited, admission is free, but there will be a raffle and concession stand. All proceeds will benefit this year's 5th grade celebration. Come out for a night of fun and to support a great cause!
over 2 years ago, Maggie Mitchell
teal background, yellow and purple explosion shape that says fifth grade vs staff basketball game April 13, 2023 with a basketball
The April Vacation Challenge is here! Let's see how many of us can get out and enjoy the spring season! Paper copies of the challenge will be sent home today and the links are available below. Listen to Mrs. Reesman read one or both of these two recorded read alouds and have some fun outdoor adventures over April vacation! Below is the Ultimate Guide for Spring Activities! Send a picture to michelle.reesman@rsu34.org of you enjoying the great outdoors however you want to over April break, and your name will be put in a drawing for one of these two books! There are lots of books to give away! Couch Potato: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16DzU7Pdz5_Bbuyjb8O0K2iSf9TWHfYw8/view?usp=sharing How To Say Hello to A Worm: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1J6uyNIAlngSnZaz-9iqHF3T-dD5fPaJt/view?usp=sharing Library Website: https://sites.google.com/rsu34.k12.me.us/rsu34-library/
over 2 years ago, Maggie Mitchell
April Vacation Challenge flier with pictures of How to Say Hello to a Worm and The Couch Potato books and picture of kids playing outside
The Ultimate Guide for the Best Spring Activities with list of 60 things to do
From the Art Studio: Fourth grade students Levi and Piper have been learning about Maine in their classroom. Inspired by all things Maine, they decided to recreate these Moxie soda cans out of paper towel rolls.
over 2 years ago, Maggie Mitchell
Two fourth grade students pose with the Moxie cans they made from paper towel tubes
Our neighbors at Hirundo Wildlife Refuge have a great - and free - event scheduled for April 22nd - please see the QR code on this flyer to register!
over 2 years ago, Dr. Jon Doty
Hirundo
Given the improved weather, after school groups have been able to venture outside into the University Forest.
over 2 years ago, Maggie Mitchell
A group of girls standing in the woods on a ridge amongst trees
Next Thursday, April 13th from 6-7pm a favorite spring event is back! 5th graders will battle OTES staff on the basketball court. Students and their families from all grades are invited, admission is free, but there will be a raffle and concession stand. All proceeds will benefit this year's 5th grade celebration. Come out for a night of fun and to support a great cause! If you would like to support the concession stand with a food donation or your time, please check out the sign up here: https://signup.com/go/hKPDMTx
over 2 years ago, Maggie Mitchell
Fifth Grade vs. Staff Basketball Game April 13, 2023 on blue background with yellow and purple splash and basketball
The RSU #34 Resource Center, located at OTES, is open tomorrow, Thursday, April 6th from 2:30-4:00pm for any district families in need of food or household supplies.
over 2 years ago, Maggie Mitchell
Now Open! RSU #34 Resource Center Something for Everyone with two hands and heart logo
A reminder that student March Madness calendars are due no later than this Monday, April 3rd. Please have your student complete their form and get adult initials for each activity they completed. Any calendars turned in with be entered into a drawing for bikes and other great prizes!
over 2 years ago, Maggie Mitchell
Orange March Madness at OTES calendar
Mrs. Miller's 5th graders started their fantasy genre book unit by enjoying a preview of the books along with some Starbucks inspired drinks and decor. What a great way to get excited about reading!
over 2 years ago, Maggie Mitchell
welcome to Starbooks sign on classroom door, black with green border
Starbooks menu, white on black paper with green border and list of books being offered
student near table with drink ingredients
students enjoying drinks in Starbucks cups and books
students enjoying drinks in Starbucks cups and books
students enjoying drinks in Starbucks cups and books
students enjoying drinks in Starbucks cups and books
students enjoying drinks in Starbucks cups and books
A reminder that student March Madness calendars are due no later than Monday, April 3rd. Please have your student complete their form and get adult initials for each activity they completed. Any calendars turned in with be entered into a drawing for bikes and other great prizes!
over 2 years ago, Maggie Mitchell
Orange March Madness at OTES calendar for students
Shared from our community: FREE COMMUNITY SUPPER TO GO Friday, March 31st 5:00 PM Old Town United Methodist Church 726 Stillwater Avenue, Old Town Enjoy homemade baked ziti, coleslaw, garlic bread and dessert. All are welcome! FREE
over 2 years ago, Maggie Mitchell
free community supper flier
We wore our pjs, snuggled on blankets with friends and family, listened to stories, sung, danced, ate popcorn, and picked out brand new books to take home. What a story time it was! Thank you to all the staff and families who participated!
over 2 years ago, Maggie Mitchell
teacher reads aloud from the stage to a large group of families
families gathered in the cafeteria for a bedtime story event
teacher reads aloud to a large group of families
two teachers read aloud to families
two teachers lead students and families in a group song and movement activity
a teacher playing a guitar leads families in song
OTES Bedtime Story Hour for families grades PreK to 2nd is tomorrow night, Tuesday, March 28 from 6:00-7:00. There will be stories, music, snacks, and free books! Come to the cafeteria dressed in cozy pjs with a stuffy and blanket to sit on. Younger and older siblings are welcome!
over 2 years ago, Maggie Mitchell
owl sitting in a moon reading to smaller owls tucked under a blanket
Check out this article about kids and social media, recommended by our school counselor, Vicki Wilcox: https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/social-media-smarts.html
over 2 years ago, Maggie Mitchell
From the OTES Art Studio: Fourth grader, Melvin, showing off his Maine pinecone made out of modeling clay.
over 2 years ago, Maggie Mitchell
fourth grade boy holding a pine cone he made of clay
Here are a few important reminders from Mrs. Reesman about the Book Fair: 📚 Students will browse and create their wish list during their library time this week. 📚Families can add money to their student's eWallet here: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/oldtownelementaryschool1 Students can also bring cash. 📚 The Book Fair is open daily 7am-3pm and families can shop before or after school with a Visitor Pass from the office. 📚 Join us this Saturday, March 25th from 9am-12pm for Breakfast with Books- shopping, fun and snacks. ALL are welcome!
over 2 years ago, Maggie Mitchell
SCHOLASTIC Book Fair with shelf of red, yellow, grey and blue books above it