
PHIPPSBURG EXPLORER'S LOG
ISSUE 34 MAY 16, 2024
UPCOMING EVENTS
May
16 - BMS Incoming 6th Grade Student Family Info Night at BMS 6PM FLYER
17 - Crazy Socks Day
Gr. 2 Field Trip to ME Maritime Museum
21-23 - Gr. 5 MEA Science Testing
22 - K-5 Great Starts 8:15-9:20AM
24 - Dental Clinic & Wear Red, White & Blue in honor of Memorial Day
27 - Memorial Day Holiday/NO SCHOOL
28 - District Budget Meeting (up or down vote for all citizens present) 6PM at MHS
30 - Gr. 3 Field Trip to Morse Mountain
31 - PES Concert and Art Show in the Gym 2PM; Please notify office by 1PM if picking up student from concert
June
11 - Last Day for Our Pre-K
14 - Last Day for Our K-5, 11AM Awards Assembly, Half Day
A NOTE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
We have been very busy with tons of spring activities this week! Our fourth graders took two amazing field trips this week. Their first trip was to Lisbon Falls to release the salmon they had been raising. The next was to participate in Spring Bay Day at Chop Point. Both are highly interesting and educational trips.
Our fifth-grade students traveled to BMS to have a tour, which was guided by former PES students who are now in the 6th grade. They returned to school excited and just a little nervous.
Last night, we welcomed our incoming kindergarten parents and Mrs. Tardif shared details of what a day in kindergarten will look like. Our kindergarten, first, and second-grade teachers each attended a meeting with their grade-level colleagues from other RSU 1 schools.
Finally, don't forget that tomorrow is CRAZY SOCK DAY!!
RED, WHITE AND BLUE DAY
Help us kick off Memorial Day weekend by wearing RED, WHITE and BLUE on Friday, May 24th.
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
Kindergarten Registration is still happening at PES! If you are a Phippsburg resident and have a child who will be 5 years old ON or BEFORE October 15th, please call Mrs. Doran at 389-1514 to get the process started! Kindergarten screening will be Friday, June 7th. Families are encouraged to register as soon as possible. We look forward to assisting you.
VOLUNTEER
Are you interested in being on a list of eligible volunteers, or chaperoning a field trip? Visit the RSU1 website to learn more and to sign up: https://www.rsu1.org/page/volunteer-information. At site preference, scroll down to select PES (select all schools you are interested in; only submit one form) and be sure to click Submit after the form is complete and signed. Please allow one week of processing time for any new volunteer applications. Individuals should only complete one application per year and include all schools that they wish to volunteer at. You must register every school year.
PTA NEWS
Join us for our next monthly PTA meeting Friday, May 31st at 8:30AM in the Teachers Rm. If you have something to contribute but can't make it to the meeting, please email phippsburgpta@gmail.com.
In accordance with School Board policy, the following promotional announcements have been included at the request of the sponsoring organization because they may be of interest to students and their families. These activities are not sponsored by the school, and inclusion of these announcements does not constitute endorsement of the organizations or activities by the school.
CHILDCARE OPTIONS
YMCA AFTER SCHOOL CHILDCARE
Dear Families!
Do you need After-school care (known as Y Care) for the 2024-2025 school year? Did you know the Bath Area Family YMCA offers care in the RSU1 Schools? We also offer care during half/full days and vacation weeks (at the Bath Area Family YMCA)! If you are interested or in need of care, please contact Kayla Royer at (207) 443-4112 ext. 39 or email kayla@bathymca.org for information and registration forms. Registration is now open for the 2024-2025 school year.
For questions about Y Care, please visit our webpage along with our family handbook available online.
https://bathymca.org/ycare/ Any billing, payment, or financial aid questions, please reach out to Jackie at Jacqueline@bathymca.org. * NOTE: Currently there is no Y Care available at Phippsburg School, but there may be afternoon openings for Phippsburg students at Fisher-Mitchell School in Bath.
In order to start the licensing process at Phippsburg School, the YMCA needs 10 families attending consistently in the morning and afternoon.
If there are any parents in Phippsburg providing before/after school care or willing to babysit after school, please notify Mrs. Doran. There have been a few inquiries by parents of kindergartners, but only one provider: SunKids 443-2605.
PHIPPSBURG COMMUNITY NOTE
Your voice is important to Phippsburg’s future!
We need you to share the VALUES you believe are important to the future of the Town. Please join volunteer members of Phippsburg’s Comprehensive Plan Committee at one of the following 1-hour venues to learn more about the Comprehensive Plan, and to discuss the community values that will help shape the Plan.
Saturday, May 18, 10AM at the Phippsburg Congregational Church or
Thursday, May 23, 5:30PM at the Phippsburg Sportsman’s Club.
We hope to see you at one of these events! FMI, email Erika Webb at ewcpreservationconsulting@gmail.com or Joan Chrane at joanchrane@mac.com.
RSU1 NIGHT AT THE PORTLAND SEA DOGS MAY 24TH AT HADLOCK FIELD
You are invited to RSU1 Night at the Portland Sea Dogs on May 24th at 6:00 PM at Hadlock Field. The purchase deadline for this event is May 17th.
Get Tickets Here: fevo-enterprise.com/event/Rsu124
Don't miss out on an unforgettable evening with RSU 1 at Hadlock Field on Friday, May 24th! Cheer on the Portland Sea Dogs as they face off against the Hartford Yard Goats, with the excitement starting at 6:00 PM sharp. Stick around after the game for a spectacular Fireworks Show that will light up the night sky. Get your tickets today to secure your spot for an action-packed game and a dazzling display of fireworks!
We hope to see you there!
BATH PARKS AND RECREATION
For details on the many programs being offered, such as summer camp, sports, art camp, and even an Outdoor Adventures Camp in Woolwich, visit https://bathme.myrec.com/info/default.aspx
Phippsburg Elementary School Contact Info
Email: sgorsuch-plummer@rsu1.org
Website: phippsburg.rsu1.org
Location: 1047 Main Rd, Phippsburg, ME, USA
Phone: 389-1514