On Tuesday, the Coyote Battalion hosted the 3rd Annual Rogers Challenge. The event has morphed over the past few years from an internal event to a competitive Raider Challenge team event. Teams of nine Cadets from Bangor High School and Nokomis Regional High School joined the Coyotes at Victory Field on May 23rd. The event is named after Lieutenant Colonel Robert Rogers who in 1756, as a Major, organized nine companies of colonist to fight for the British in the Seven Years War. These were the first Ranger units and the cornerstone of our modern special operations forces.
Teams competed in three events that included marksmanship, a one rope bridge, and a fitness challenge. Teams conducted the marksmanship event at their home campus. Teams shot using the Three Position Air Rifle standards established by the Civilian Marksmanship Program. Scores of the top eight shooters were averaged to determine place standing. The marksmanship event was named after Brigadier General Frank Merrill. Brigadier General Merrill led a provisional regiment roughly 750 miles through the Burmese jungles during World War II. This organization known as “Merrill’s Marauders” would have five major engagements and 32 combat actions against the Japanese over a five-month period. Merrill’s Marauders were the forerunners to today’s Long-Range Surveillance and Reconnaissance units.
The Cadets of the Coyote Battalion performed well finishing first in both the Merrill (marksmanship) and Rudder (one rope bridge) events. They placed second to Nokomis in the Darby, trailing by less than a minute. The Coyotes took home the team title for the 2023 Rogers Challenge.
Today, JROTC cadets visited two local cemeteries and placed over 900 flags on Veterans' graves in preparation for Memorial Day.
JMG is opening a thrift shop that will be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays until the rest of the school year! It will be found outside of the JMG Classroom on the Second Floor past the Library. All clothing is inclusive and free to everyone throughout the entire school day, so take what you need within reason. The grand opening will be next week, Tuesday, May 30th!
StuCo State Convention today at UMaine. 10 schools participated and took part in several sessions, with topics ranging from Mental Health through the Eyes of a Teenager to Dialogue Through Crucial Conversations.
The keynote speaker was Eddie Slowikowski who talked about “The Better YOU”.
The biggest lesson learned today was if you have a dream, you should chase it!
Go Coyotes.
Day 23 of the WWII Trip Calendar Raffle Winner is June Jandreau! June has won a $50 gift card to Woodman’s and a blanket with a Historic Print of Old Town! Congratulations!
Day 22 of the WWII Trip Calendar Raffle Winner is Jamie Ferris. Jamie has won a $50 gift card to The Local and a hand made piece of sterling silver jewelry. Congratulations!
Day 21 of the WWII Trip Calendar Raffle Winner is Laurie Bishop! Laurie has won a Milligan’s Gift Certificate for (2) Old Town Sweatshirts! Congratulations!
Day 20 of the WWII Trip Calendar Raffle Winner is Chris Krehmeyer! Chris has won a $50 Dairy Queen Gift Card & a $25 Firehouse Subs Gift Card! Congratulations!
On Thursday evening, Old Town High School's JROTC Coyote Battalion held their annual Change of Command ceremony.
The transition of leadership moved from Keeara Dutton to Norah Sanborn. Mr. May was on hand to assist with the flag ceremony which symbolizes the change in leadership. He even wore his Stetson!
A big THANK YOU to Keeara for a wonderful year. Best of Luck to you at UMaine and in their ROTC program. You will be Great!
Best of Luck to Norah in the upcoming year. You will be amazing!
Day 19 of the WWII Trip Calendar Raffle Winner is Erin Farrar! Erin has won a Movie Basket with candy, popcorn, and (5) Free Movie Passes for Spotlight Cinemas! Congratulations!
If you would like to purchase a ticket, please email Christina.turner@rsu34.org or Krista.culina@rsu34.org
Day 18 of the WWII Trip Calendar Raffle Winner is Philip Dunn. Philip has won a Mrs. Myers Cleaning Product Gift Basket and a $50 gift card to Orono Brewing Company. Congratulations!
Last night, Keeara Dutton & Anna Roach graciously accepted scholarships from the Orono-Old Town Kiwanis Club at their annual Scholarship Awards Dinner.
Anna is headed to Bates College in the fall to study Psychology. Keeara is headed to the University of Maine to study nursing and be a part of their ROTC program.
They were joined at the event by the amazing Kim Ketch.
Congratulations Ladies!
We are Proud of You!
Day 17 of the WWII Trip Calendar Raffle Winner is Amy Delmar. Amy has won a pair of tickets to a UMaine Mens Hockey game and a $20 gift card to Hero's. Congratulations!
If you would like to purchase a ticket, please email Christina.turner@rsu34.org or Krista.culina@rsu34.org
Day 16 of the WWII Trip Calendar Raffle Winner is Jim Bulteel! Jim has won a Rainy Day Game Gift Basket with Lottery Scratch Cards and 20 Free Meals at McDonald’s Coupons! Congratulations!
If you would like to purchase a ticket, please email Christina.turner@rsu34.org or Krista.culina@rsu34.org
OTHS Students Earn UTC Recognition
At the United Technologies Center’s annual Academic Awards Night on May 23rd, the following OTHS students will be honored:
*Zachary Anthony, Horticulture & Outdoor Recreation: Outstanding Student
*Jamey Badger, Construction Engineering Technology: Most Improved Student
*Natalie Blockburger, Culinary Arts / Hospitality: Outstanding Student
*Matthew Brawn, Electrical / Connectivity: Outstanding Student
*Danica Brown, Emergency Medical Services: Community Service Certificate
*Isaiah Buxton (pictured), Horticulture & Outdoor Recreation: Most Improved Student
*Evan Closson, Diesel Equipment: Most Improved Student
*Brendan Mahaney, Plumbing & Heating: Outstanding Student
*Noah Nickerson, Digital Arts & Software Development: Most Improved Student
*Emma Sirois, Medical Assisting: Outstanding Student
*Hunter Theriault, Video & Audio Production: Community Service Certificate
Additionally, the following OTHS students are honored by membership in the National Technical Honor Society: Zachary Anthony, Aidan Black, Natalie Blockburger, James Dumond, Alexandria McCrossin, Clay Slauenwhite.
Finally, James Dumond graduates this year with both an OTHS diploma and an Associate’s Degree!
Congratulations to all of our fantastic OTHS / UTC students!
Day 15 of the WWII Trip Calendar Raffle Winner is Denice Conary. Denice has won a $20 gift card to Peppers Landing, a $25 gift card for Moe's BBQ, and a $25 gift card to Firehouse Subs. Congratulations!
If you would like to purchase a ticket, please email Christina.turner@rsu34.org or Krista.culina@rsu34.org
Happy Mother's Day to all of you moms out there!
"Life doesn't come with a manual, it comes with a mother."
Day 14 of the WWII Trip Calendar Raffle Winner is Kylie Aldrich! Kylie has won a Mom Revival Kit which includes a 1/2 hour facial, 1/2 hour massage and a pedicure from Sanctuary Spa! Congratulations!
If you would like to purchase a ticket, please email Christina.turner@rsu34.org or Krista.culina@rsu34.org
Day Thirteen of the WWII Trip Calendar Raffle Winner is Debbie Oak! Debbie has won a Bath & Body Works Gift Basket & $25 Bangor Savings Visa Gift Card! Congratulations!
If you would like to purchase a ticket, please email Christina.turner@rsu34.org or Krista.culina@rsu34.org
Day Twelve of the WWII Trip Calendar Raffle Winner is Michael O’Neil! Michael has won 2 Maine Military Supply Gift Cards for paintball & 2 Domino’s Pizza and Parmesan Bites gift certificates! Congratulations!
If you would like to purchase a ticket, please email Christina.turner@rsu34.org or Krista.culina@rsu34.org
As we wrap up Staff Appreciation Week, we want to recognize all of the amazing staff that we have to support our students at OTHS.
Every single one of you makes a difference every day.
