We all know this school year most things are very different than in years past, but one thing hasn't changed and that is our staff's passion & dedication to what they do! Because of this the Dike-Newell School Whipped Cream Robot (pictured) still managed to visit both cohorts during lunchtime this week to top off their Halloween desserts with Whipped Cream! HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

Dear RSU 1 Community. Please read this letter by Superintendent Patrick Manuel which contains important information regarding COVID-19. https://5il.co/mgjr Thank you

If you would like to make a public comment at the School Board meeting scheduled for Monday, October 26th, please complete this short form https://bit.ly/35mbqpD During the Public Comments portion of the agenda, you will be called from the meeting. Please state your name and RSU1 town/city of residence before commenting. Once your comment has been made, we will move on to the next person. We will accommodate as many comments as time permits. Remember that this video will be live-streamed, as well as saved for archival purposes on YouTube. https://youtu.be/dJCoqMM58Gw

*Building Project Update* To see the latest photos from the New Morse High School & Bath Tech - visit the following link! https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1XwwpHqac5xCHQ_V8nVDphiuCogWSF6OijOf0ShoA_qg/edit?usp=sharing

RSU 1 is seeking qualified candidates for a variety of openings - APPLY TODAY! Applications & related materials are accepted via ServingSchools.com, by email to aharkins@rsu1.org, or hard copies may be delivered to 34 Wing Farm Parkway in Bath. To see our listing of current openings visit the following link: https://www.rsu1.org/o/rsu-1/browse/174089

RSU 1 is looking to fill TWO full-time Maintenance Positions! For more information visit the following link: https://maine.craigslist.org/lab/d/bath-hiring-for-maintenance-positions/7217156175.html

It's Bus Driver Appreciation Week!! We are so appreciative for all that our drivers do for our students and families, thank you for getting students to and from school safely! Please take a moment this week to show your appreciation to our drivers!

A special Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 20, 2020 - 6:00 pm. The Board will accept questions and comments submitted to info@rsu1.org by 12:00pm on October 20th - View the live stream | https://youtu.be/3gHRE_00fXk

RSU1 is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our team! See the full posting at the following link: https://www.servingschools.com/job/r7uusz/maintenance-tech/bath/me

A special Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 20, 2020 - 6:00 pm. The Board will accept questions and comments submitted to info@rsu1.org by 12:00pm on October 20th - View the live stream | https://youtu.be/3gHRE_00fXk

For the latest RSU1 compilation of COVID Information & Resources click the following link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iLKWmOipeKv3r4cpofyZuuySrvoxi8g73dBH6NySfZg/edit

Due to the loss of power in RSU 1 communities, the Special Meeting of the RSU 1 Board of Directors to discuss school reopening updates has been postponed until tomorrow evening (Thursday, October 1st) at 6:00 pm.

** Several RSU 1 towns are reporting various power outages. We realize this may impact the ability of students and staff to access remote learning. We understand the situation and we will adjust our plans accordingly. **

Board of Directors Special Meeting to discuss reopening plan updates - Wednesday, September 30, 2020 - 6:30 pm - the Board will accept and acknowledge questions and comments submitted to info@rsu1.org by 12:00pm, September 30th, or those received during the meeting - View the live stream | https://youtu.be/DB19y_mz1Fw

You can live stream the September 30th Board Meeting starting at 6:30PM using this link: https://youtu.be/DB19y_mz1Fw. Public Comments should be sent to info@rsu1.org by 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, September 30th. Please include “Public Comment” as the subject.

The first 10 days of school have gone smoothly. We want to extend a big THANK YOU to our students, staff, and RSU1 families for their understanding, patience, and flexibility during this transition. We are so happy to be back with our students! For photos of our first few weeks, click the following link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1diBj1okt5QE0vg6Dsb_pJPk9aczYlb8AA_lj6cQPDPE/edit?usp=sharing

Dear RSU 1 Families, Please follow the link below to read an important update about the plans to continue the PK-5 hybrid learning model in our schools. https://5il.co/l9wx

You can live stream the September 21st Board Meeting starting at 6:00PM using this link: https://youtu.be/ncvhLHcNkXs Public Comments should be sent to vferris@rsu1.org by 12:00 Noon on Monday, September 21st. Please include “Public Comment” as the subject.

There is a special Board Meeting today to review the MPA Return to Fall Competition for Competitive Athletics & Activities. View the agenda: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IJ2Qdt6yEFgQR8qIDdnu_RKI6aU5iHyx/view?usp=sharing The meeting will be live streamed, and a recording made available. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tBkULKxXbcY&feature=youtu.be

RSU1 is ready to launch parent access to the Brightspace Learning Environment (BLE) tonight! Click to learn more: https://www.rsu1.org/article/305012?org=rsu1t