Friday, December 19, 2008

Wildcat Weekly for 12-19-08

UMA Jazz Band to Visit

On Friday, January 9th, the University of Maine at Augusta Jazz Band will be visiting Sebasticook for the day. They will be working/practicing with the Sebasticook and Somerset Jazz Bands during the morning, and in the afternoon all three bands will be performing for the student body. Parents are welcome to stop by for the assembly beginning at 1:00 PM.

SVMS Teams Remain Undefeated

The A-Teams and B-Teams go into the Christmas Break undefeated in the Penquis League. Both boys’ teams resume play on January 5th as they travel to Milo to play the Penquis Patriots. On Tuesday, January 6th, all four teams take the court against Dexter – the A-Teams are hosting and the B-Teams are traveling.

Sports Boosters Need Help

Help is needed at the admission table and the snack shack. There is a sign-up sheet in the lobby for those who can help – PLEASE fill in your name. If you have questions, call Mr. Crockett. If volunteers do not come forward, the snack shack may have to close.

A HUGE THANKS

goes out to Hartsgrove Construction for the outstanding job of updating the snack shack. It is much more convenient for all the volunteers.


Menu for January 5 thru 9, 2009

Mon – Corn dogs,

Tue – Chicken fajita wrap,

Wed – French Toast with ham,

Thu – Toasted cheese sandwich,

Fri – Pizza. (PBJ’s are a second option each day.)


Backordered Candles

Linda Parady will be delivering any backorder/missing candles next Tue. or Wed. to individual homes. If you have questions, please call her at 453-9805.


Food Bank Collections a Success

SVMS collected $155.86 for the Good Shepherd Food Bank in Brewer. This translates to $1937.50 worth of food that will be sent to the Newport and Corinna Food Cupboards.


Christmas Break

No School Dec. 22 thru Jan. 2.

Classes Resume on Monday, January 5, 2009


The Staff at

Sebasticook Valley Middle School

wish you all a

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year


Friday, December 5, 2008

Wildcat Weekly for 12-5-08

Basketball Season Has Begun
The Wildcats began their 2008-09 season very successfully as all four team have not lost at this early point. The B-Teams, both boys and girls, won easily this past week against Dexter. Today they host Central at 3:30. The A-Teams have had little trouble with their opponents by defeating Dexter and Greenville this week. Today they travel to Central for a 3:30 game.
Congratulations to a successful beginning and may your winning ways continue.

Sports Boosters Need Help
Help is needed at the admission table and the snack shack. There is a sign-up sheet in the lobby for those who can help – PLEASE fill in your name. If you have questions, call Mr. Crockett.

A Writing and Art Display Comes to SVMS
Kate Dodson and Taylor Gould, seniors at Nokomis Regional High School will be displaying their works in the Sebasticook Library on the evening of December 12th. Kate, an outstanding artist, and Taylor, an exceptional writer, will offer their works for public display during the evening and will be here to host the event.

Menu for December 8 thru 12, 2008
Mon – Breaded Chicken,
Tue – Turkey Italian,
Wed – Sloppy Joe,
Thu – Chicken Stew,
Fri – Pizza.
(PBJ’s are a second option each day.)

Student Council News
The Student Council will be participating in the Coats for Kids program again this year. Please bring in any gently used coats that can go to others in need. These will be collected until December 12th.

Change for the World
You can find cans at the school store, office, and each classroom for your change to help the local food pantries. The school’s Civil Rights Team is working with the Good Shepherd Organization and they can turn each of our dollars into $12.50 worth of food which will go to the surrounding towns. Change will be collected until December 12th.

Don’t forget “Coats for Kids” – Bring any reusable coats until December 12th.

Christmas Break – No School Dec. 22 thru Jan. 2.
Classes Resume on Monday, January 5, 2009

Friday, November 14, 2008

Wildcat Weekly for 11-14-08

MAKE UP WEEK
Make-up week is scheduled for next week, November 17 through 21. Students who did not complete their first quarter work or in some cases did not meet standard, will be required to stay after school from 2:30 to 5:00 PM each day until the work is completed. If a student does not satisfactorily complete his/her work by the end of the week, he/she may fail for the ranking period. Keep in mind there will be no summer school, consequently, failing for the quarter may mean retention when the final grades are averaged at the end of the year.

Sebasticook Hosts Round Robin

TONIGHT & Saturday


Sebasticook will be hosting its annual Round Robin tonight and Saturday, November 14 and 15. Games will begin at 3:00 PM on Friday and resume on Saturday beginning at 8:00 AM. Concessions will be on sale both days and admission is adults $3.00, children $1.00, family $5.00, and Sebasticook students are free. Come get a preseason look at teams from Sebasticook, Somerset, Sedomocha, Dexter, Piscataquis, Warsaw, and Mount View.

Anyone who would like to help at the gate, concessions, or referee should call the school and ask for Mr. Crockett.

Regular Season Opens

The Wildcats begin the regular basketball season on Tuesday, December 2nd, as the A-Teams travel to Dexter and the B-Teams host the Tigers. Good luck to our 2008-09 basketball teams.

Menu for November 17 thru 21, 2008

Mon – Chicken Nuggets,

Tue – Breakfast for Lunch,

Wed – Mac and Cheese,

Thu – Thanksgiving Dinner,

Fri – Pizza.

(PBJ’s are a second option each day.)

Student Council News

The final date for Box Tops is Tuesday, Nov. 18th, however, keep on saving as more collections will be forthcoming this year. The candle orders and money are due on Wednesday, Nov. 19th. The Student Council will be participating in the Coats for Kids program again this year. Please bring in any gently used coats that can go to others in need. These will be collected until December 12th.

Double Dribble Dance

On Saturday, November 29th, DJ Jaceman will be hosting a “Double Dribble Dance” at Sebasticook. Students in grades 5 & 6 may attend from 4:00 – 6:00 PM, and students in grades 7 & 8 may attend from 7:00 – 9:00 PM. No invitations for this dance and students must attend the hours for their specific grade.

Morita’s School of Dance

Dance classes are being offered in Newport for students 3years to adult including tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, and zumba. Classes are ongoing and will are held at Occasions at 140 Main Street in Newport. Registration is ongoing and students may register by phone by calling 848-5083.

Thanksgiving Break – No School November 19 - 21


Friday, November 7, 2008

Wildcat Weekly for 11-7-08

Make-up Week

Make-up week is scheduled for November 17 through 21. Students who did not complete their first quarter work or in some cases did not meet standard, will be required to stay after school from 2:30 to 5:00 PM each day until the work is completed. If a student does not satisfactorily complete his/her work by the end of the week, he/she may fail for the ranking period. Keep in mind there will be no summer school, consequently, failing for the quarter may mean retention when the final grades are averaged at the end of the year.

Economics for Success

As part of the seventh grade guidance program, students will participate in the Junior Achievement Program, “Economics for Success” next Wednesday. Students will attend six workshops during the day which explore personal finance and career options based on their skills, interests, and values. They will learn the economic benefit of furthering their education as well. The workshops begin at 8:20 and conclude at 2:00 PM.


Title IA Teachers Available for Conferences

Mrs. Curtis and Mrs. Guesman, Reading Specialists, will be available during parent conferences on Wednesday evening, Nov. 12th, from 5 to 7:00 PM. Mr. Curtis, Title IA Math Instructor will be available during that time as well. If you cannot visit at this time, please call the school and make an appointment.

Sebasticook Hosts Round Robin

Sebasticook will be hosting its annual Round Robin next Friday and Saturday, November 14 and 15. Games will begin at 3:00 PM on Friday and resume on Saturday beginning at 8:00 PM. Concessions will be on sale both days and admission is adults $3.00, children $1.00, family $5.00, and Sebasticook students are free.

Come get a preseason look at teams from Sebasticook, Somerset, Sedomocha, Dexter, Piscataquis, Warsaw, and Mount View.

Anyone who would like to help at the gate, concessions, or referee should call the school and ask for Mr. Crockett.

From the Desk of the School Nurse

Attached to your child’s report card will be an Annual Health Report for 2008-09. Parents are asked to fill out the form and return it to school as soon as possible. The information you provide will help the nurse meet any health needs your child may have during the school year.


Menu for November 3 thru 7, 2008

Mon – Italian Dunkers

Tue – Chicken Burger

Wed – Sheppard’s Pie

Thu – Breakfast Sandwich

Fri – Pizza. (PBJ’s are a second option each day.)


Morita’s School of Dance

Dance classes are being offered in Newport for students 3years to adult including tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, and zumba. Classes are ongoing and will are held at Occasions at 140 Main Street in Newport. Registration is ongoing and students may register by phone by calling 848-5083.


The first quarter make-up week will be November 17 thru 21.

Friday, October 31, 2008

Wildcat Weekly for 10-31-08

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

Lady Wildcats are the 2008 Soccer Champions!

Last Saturday the Lady Wildcats took on the Central girls soccer team at East Corinth in the Penquis League Championship game, and won by a score of 4-1. Congratulations to Coach April Crockett and the Girls Soccer Team for winning the Penquis League Championship for 2008. SUPER SEASON LADY WILDCATS!!!


Conferences and Report Cards

This being the end of the first ranking period, each grade is scheduling conferences and report cards will either be sent home on November 7th or available at student-led conference time. Along with your report cards, will be a form from the School Nurse, the Annual Health Report for 2008-2009. That needs to be filled out and returned as soon as possible.

Winter Sports Tryout Times

Girl’s Basketball – Mon., Nov. 3rd – 3:00-5:00 and Tue., Nov. 4th, 5:00-6:30

Cheering – Mon., Nov. 3rd – 5:30-7:30 and Tue., Nov. 4th, 4:00-6:00

Boy’s Basketball – Tue., Nov. 4th – 3:00-5:00 and Wed., Nov. 5th – 3:00-5:00


Summer School Ends – One Week Make-up Begins

Students will no longer be going to summer school to make up work they did not finish during the school year. Rather, at the end of each ranking quarter, students who did not complete all their work for the quarter, will be staying after school from 2:30 to 5:00 PM to make it up. Parents will be notified if their child needs to stay, and transportation will be provided.

The first quarter make-up week will be November 17 thru 21.


From the Desk of the School Nurse

Attached to your child’s report card will be an Annual Health Report for 2008-09. Parents are asked to fill out the form and return it to school as soon as possible. The information you provide will help the nurse meet any health needs your child may have during the school year.


Menu for November 3 thru 7, 2008

Mon – Italian Dunkers,

Tue – Chicken Burger,

Wed – Sheppard’s Pie,

Thu – Breakfast Sandwich,

Fri – Pizza. (PBJ’s are a second option each day.)


Morita’s School of Dance

Dance classes are being offered in Newport for students 3years to adult including tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, and zumba. Classes are ongoing and will are held at Occasions at 140 Main Street in Newport. Registration is ongoing and students may register by phone by calling 848-5083.

Friday, October 24, 2008

Wildcat Weekly for 10-24-08

Field Hockey Champions

Last Saturday the Field Hockey Team won their semi-final game against Guilford and earned the right to host Dexter for the Penquis League Championship. This Wednesday they took on the Tigers and won by a score of 2-0. Congratulations to the girls of the MSAD #48 Field Hockey Team for bringing home the Penquis League Championship for 2008!!!


Sebasticook on the WEB

Go to www.sebasticook.info and keep up with all that is happening in Wildcat Country.


Summer School Ends – One Week Make-up Begins

Students will no longer be going to summer school to make up work they did not finish during the school year. Rather, at the end of each ranking quarter, students who did not complete all their work for the quarter, will be staying after school from 2:30 to 5:00 PM to make it up. Parents will be notified if their child needs to stay, and transportation will be provided.

The first quarter make-up week will be November 17 thru 21.


Playoffs Results for Soccer

The girl’s soccer team has advanced to the finals for the Penquis League Championship by beating Somerset in a semi-final game this past Wednesday. They travel to East Corinth to take on the Central team at noon on Saturday. GOOD LUCK LADY WILDCATS!!!

The boy’s soccer team advanced to the semi finals this past week by beating Hichborn 3-1 on Tuesday. Last evening they lost to Somerset in Hartland by a score of 2-1. Congratulations to our soccer boy’s for making it to the semis in tournament play and having another winning season. GREAT JOB WILDCATS!!


Picture Retakes

If your child was absent when school pictures were taken last month, or you wish to have them retaken, Life Touch will be here on Tuesday, October 28th, for retakes.

Menu for October 27 thru 31, 2008

Mon – Chicken nuggets and roll

Tue – Fish portion meal,

Wed – Pancakes and sausage

Thu – Pork rib meal

Fri – Pizza. (PBJ’s are a second option each day.)

Morita’s School of Dance

Dance classes will be offered in Newport for students 3years to adult including tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, and zumba. Classes began on October 16th and will be held at Occasions at 140 Main Street in Newport. Registration is ongoing and students may register by phone by calling 845-5083.

Friday, October 31st – End of First Ranking Quarter

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

Monday, October 20, 2008

Wildcat Weekly for 10-17-08

Summer School Ends – One Week Make-up Begins

Students will no longer be going to summer school to make up work they did not finish during the school year. Rather, at the end of each ranking quarter, students who did not complete all their work for the quarter, will be staying after school from 2:30 to 5:00 PM to make it up. Parents will be notified if their child needs to stay, and transportation will be provided.


Spirit Week

Next week begins playoffs for our field hockey team and soccer teams. Because of this, a School Spirit Week is scheduled with the days of the week designated as follows:

MondayCrazy Hair Day
Tuesday
Twin/Multiplicity Day
Wednesday
School Colors Day
Thursday
Hunting Season
FridayWear your Hat Free for the day!


Playoffs Begin

The boy’s and girl’s soccer teams begin their playoffs next week as the girls host Dexter at 3:30 here at Sebasticook and the boys play Hichborn on Tuesday at 4:00. They both will play again, Wednesday and Thursday respectively if they are victorious.

The field hockey team enters the playoffs in first place and travels to Guilford this Saturday to play at noon. If they are victorious, they will have a home game on Wednesday for the Penquis Championship.

The football team traveled to Lincoln this past Tuesday and came away with a victory. Their next game is at home on the Nokomis field this Saturday against Hermon, and the play next Tuesday as well at home against Bangor.

Scoliosis Screening

Letters are going home to sixth grade girls and all 8th grade students regarding scoliosis screening which is being held on October 23rd. You ONLY need to return the letter if you DO NOT want the screening.

Menu for October 20 thru 24, 2008

Mon – Toasted chees, tomato soup and crackers, Tue – Hamburger, Wed – Turkey w/gravy, roll, stuffing, and cranberry sauce, Thu – Pig in-a-blanket, Fri – Pizza. (PBJ’s are a second option each day.)

Morita’s School of Dance

Dance classes will be offered in Newport for students 3years to adult including tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, and zumba. Classes began on October 16th and will be held at Occasions at 140 Main Street in Newport. Registration is ongoing and students may register by phone by calling 845-5083.

Walk for Breast Cancer

Sebasticook Valley Hospital is sponsoring its 14th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk on Saturday, October 18th. Registration is at 8:00 AM at the Family Care facility at 470 Somerset Avenue in Pittsfield. For more information, call 487-5141 ext. 479.


Friday, October 31st – End of First Ranking Quarter

Thursday, October 16, 2008

It’s Box Tops Pickin' Time!

The leaves are changing colors and the apples are ready to be picked. So are the Box Tops and the first collection game will begin Monday, October 20th and run for four weeks. Each Tuesday, please send in your Box Tops, in groups of 10, to be redeemed for an apple which will be placed on your classroom door. Watch out for the bad one, caused by a worm though! These can be sent to any opponent for $1.00 (ten Box Tops) and eradicates their apple! All classrooms keep the money earned by their box tops, regardless of how they are used (for an apple or worm).

Last year we earned over $1000 and I would like to aim for that again. Please get involved and encourage the students to turn those box tops in. The top place class will have $10 added to their earnings, second place will have $5, third will get $3 and fourth will earn $2.

We will end this game on November 14. The candle orders will be sent out the first of November and be due in before the 19th so that we can be sure to have the candles ready for delivery prior to Christmas.

Tuesday, October 14, 2008

Wildcat Weekly for 10-10-08

Summer School Ends – One Week Make-up Begins

Students will no longer be going to summer school to make up work they did not finish during the school year. Rather, at the end of each ranking quarter, students who did not complete all their work for the quarter, will be staying after school from 2:30 to 5:00 PM to make it up. Parents will be notified if their child needs to stay, and transportation will be provided.

Changing Students’ Destinations

If you wish to change the destination of your child at the end of the day, we ask that you call before 1:00 PM if possible. Presently, the office is being flooded with calls after 2:00 PM, and it makes it hectic and confusing to insure that every student gets these messages. Any calls received after 2:25 PM probably will not get to your child as they are already loading buses at that time. Thanks for your understanding.

Fall Sports Continue

The boy’s and girl’s soccer teams hosted Greenville this past week. The girls won and the boys lost making their records 5-1-1 and 4-2-1 respectively. They play at Central this afternoon.

The field hockey team tied Dexter on Tuesday of this week and at Central the A-Team and B-Team both won. They came in second in the Hoctoberfest at Messalonski last Sunday and will be entering the Penquis League tournament in first place again this year with an undefeated league record.

The football team traveled to Rockland on Tuesday and lost making their record 2-4 for the season.

Scoliosis Screeningletters are going home to sixth grade girls and all 8th grade students regarding scoliosis screening which is being held on October 23rd. You ONLY need to return the letter if you DO NOT want the screening.

Menu for October 13 thru 17, 2008

Mon – Holiday – No School, Tue – Macaroni & cheese with hot dog and roll, Wed – Hamburg and gravy roll, Thu – Meatloaf and roll, Fri – Pizza. (PBJ’s are a second option each day.)

Morita’s School of Dance

Dance classes will be offered in Newport for students 3years to adult including tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, and zumba. Classes will begin on October 16th and will be held at Occasions at 140 Main Street in Newport. Registration is ongoing and students may register by phone by calling 845-5083.

Young Americans Workshop

The last Young Americans Workshop in Maine is at Orono High School, October 12 thru 14. All students in grades 3-12 are welcome. Call 866-4916, Orono High School, or 848-5083 for more information. No pre-registration is necessary and the workshop costs $57.00, including a t-shirt. The Young Americans will not return to Maine till 2011.

Walk for Breast Cancer

Sebasticook Valley Hospital is sponsoring its 14th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk on Saturday, October 18th. Registration is at 8:00 AM at the Family Care facility at 470 Somerset Avenue in Pittsfield. For more information, call 487-5141 ext. 479.

Friday, October 3, 2008

Wildcat Weekly for 10-3-08

Summer School Ends – One Week Make-up Begins

Students will no longer be going to summer school to make up work they did not finish during the school year. Rather, at the end of each ranking quarter, students who did not complete all their work for the quarter, will be staying after school from 2:30 to 5:00 PM to make it up. Parents will be notified if their child needs to stay, and transportation will be provided.

Bake SaleShow Chorus is sponsoring a bake sale this Saturday at Walmart from 9:00 to 2:00. Proceeds will help to purchase props and costumes.

Changing Students’ Destinations

If you wish to change the destination of your child at the end of the day, we ask that you call before 1:00 PM if possible. Presently, the office is being flooded with calls after 2:00 PM, and it makes it hectic and confusing to insure that every student gets these messages. Any calls received after 2:25 PM probably will not get to your child as they are already loading busses at that time. Thanks for your understanding.

Fall Sports Continue

The boy’s and girl’s soccer teams hosted Dexter this past week and both teams won their games. Their games against Central has been rescheduled to October 10th. They travel to Guilford this afternoon to play the PCMS Pirates beginning at 3:30. The girls have a 4-1 record and the boys stand at 3-1-1.

The field hockey teams played Brewer under the lights this past week and the A-Team lost and the B-Team won. Their games against Sedomocha will be played tomorrow at home. The girls are also taking part in a round robin tournament in Oakland on Sunday. The A-Team is now 5-1, and the B-Team is 4-0.

The football team traveled to Pittsfield this week and came away with a victory. They play at Rockland next Tuesday. Their record is 2-3.

Menu for October 6 thru 10, 2008

Mon – Chicken stew with biscuit,

Tue – Meatballs and gravy over noodles,

Wed – Chicken burger,

Thu – French toast swirl and sausage,

Fri – Pizza. (PBJ’s are a second option each day.)


Basketball Sign-up in Corinna

The Corinna Rec Department is holding sign-ups for the 5th and 6th grade basketball season. You can obtain a sign-up form at the school and return it to the office by Friday, October 10th. If you have questions please contact Suzie Reed at 944-6560.

Walk for Breast Cancer

Sebasticook Valley Hospital is sponsoring its 14th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk on Saturday, October 18th. Registration is at 8:00 AM at the Family Care facility at 470 Somerset Avenue in Pittsfield. For more information, call 487-5141 ext. 479.


Early Release Day, Wednesday, Oct. 8th,

Dismissal at 12:20 PM


No School – Monday,

October 13th – Columbus Day

Tuesday, September 30, 2008

Weekly Menu

Menu for September 29 through October 3, 2008
Mon – Chicken Parm. over Spaghetti,
Tue – Corn dog with cheese cup,
Wed – Baked BBQ Chicken,
Thu – Baked Ham with Pineapple,
Fri – Pizza. (PBJ’s are a second option each day.)

Sunday, September 28, 2008

Wildcat Weekly for 9-26-08

Changing Students’ Destinations
If you wish to change the destination of your child at the end of the day, we ask that you call before 1:00 PM if possible. Presently, the office is being flooded with calls after 2:00 PM, and it makes it hectic and confusing to insure that every student gets these messages. Any calls received after 2:25 PM probably will not get to your child as they are already loading busses at that time. Thanks for your understanding.

“A Visit with Abe Lincoln”
The Newport Historical Society is sponsoring an assembly for students titled “A Visit with Abe Lincoln”, and an evening program for the community titled “Abraham and Mary Lincoln: The Long and the Short of It” on Wednesday, October 1st, in the Sebasticook Gym. The fifth and sixth grade students will attend the assembly at 9:00AM and the 7th & 8th at 1:00 PM. The evening show begins at 7:00 PM. Any parents wishing to see the presentations during are very welcome to attend. We are excited to see Steve Wood from New Hampshire perform for our students qas well as the entire community. If you would like more information about the program you can go to www.lincolnpresenters.org.

Fall Sports Continue
The boy’s and girl’s soccer teams traveled to Milo this week and the girls won while the boys lost They are scheduled to play Sedomocha of Dover-Foxcroft today weather permitting. The girl’s record is 2-1 and the boys have a 1-1-1 record. There next game is Monday at home against Dexter, then they travel to E. Corinth on Wednesday and Guilford on Friday.

The field hockey teams played Central on Monday and both A and B Teams won. On Wednesday they traveled to Guilford and both teams won there as well. Their game in Brewer scheduled for today has been rescheduled for next Tuesday. Presently the A-Team is 4-0, and the B-Team is 3-0.

The football team hosted Brewer this week and lost. Their record now stands at 1-3. They travel to Pittsfield next Tuesday to play Warsaw – game time to be announced.

Menu for September 29 through October 3, 2008
Mon – Chicken Parm. over Spaghetti,
Tue – Corn dog with cheese cup,
Wed – Baked BBQ Chicken,
Thu – Baked Ham with Pineapple,
Fri – Pizza. (PBJ’s are a second option each day.)

Career Education
We are attempting to infuse career education into our programs throughout the school year. If you are available to speak to students about your career, how you selected your career, what influenced your choices, and how you selected a college, please contact Kitty Mitchell at 368-4592 or email her at kmitchell@msad48.org.

DANCE – Sat. night – 6:30 to 9:00 PM, Sebasticook Cafeteria, $5.00 admission

The next Early Release Day is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 8th.

Thursday, August 14, 2008

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Friday, June 13, 2008

Wildcat Weekly - June 13th

WILDCATS TAKE CHAMPIONSHIPS!!
The Sebasticook Softball and Baseball Teams are Penquis League Champions as both won their games convincingly last Saturday. In the morning session, the boys defeated the Sedomocha team by a score of 14-2, and in the afternoon, the girls defeated the Dexter Tigers 16-2. Congratulations to the coaches and players for an exciting and successful season.

Yearbooks
Sebasticook Valley Middle School Yearbooks are on sale for $8.00.

Nokomis Girl’s Basketball Camp
Any girl interested in participating in the Nokomis Girl’s Basketball Camp may pick up a registration form in the office. The camp runs from July 28 through August 1st. Cot of the camp is $50.00.

Hot Lunch Letters
Hot lunch letters go home each Friday if a student has a balance due. If they owe more than one week, they are not allowed to eat until the debt is paid according to District Policy. Overdue balances are carried over to the next school year as well.

Menu for June 16 thru 18, 2008
Mon – Bologna and cheese sandwich, Tue – Egg salad sandwich, Wed – Surprise bag lunch
(PBJ’s are a second option each day.)

Monday, June 16, Co-curricula Assembly – 1:00 PM
Tuesday, June 17, Athletic Assembly – 1:00 PM
Tuesday, June 17, 5:30 PM, 8th Grade Barbecue, 7:00 PM – Dance
Wednesday, June 18, Final Assembly – 9:30 AM

The last day of school will be Wed., June 18th – Noon Dismissal

Sebasticook Summer School begins Tuesday, June 24th

Enjoy Your Summer!

Friday, June 6, 2008

Wildcast Weekly - June 6th

Yearbooks
Sebasticook Valley Middle School Yearbooks will be available for sale on or about June 11th. The estimated cost of the yearbooks will be less than ten dollars.

8th Grade Job Shadowing
On Tuesday, June 10th, 8th graders will be participating in a day of job shadowing. Any 8th grader who is participating in this day must insure that their paperwork is in to your homeroom teacher by Friday, June 6th. Any student not choosing to participate in a job shadowing experience will have a regular day of classes.

Softball/Baseball Playoffs at Sebasticook
There has been a change in the playoffs for the Penquis League Championships. Sebasticook will be hosting both the softball and baseball games on Saturday, June 7th. The boy’s baseball team will be playing Sedomocha at 10:00 AM and the girl’s softball game will follow at 1:00 PM. We wish both the boys and the girls the best of luck. GO WILDCATS!!!!!!!

Nokomis Girl’s Basketball Camp

Any girl interested in participating in the Nokomis Girl’s Basketball Camp may pick up a registration form in the office. The camp runs from July 28 through August 1st. Cot of the camp is $50.00.

Hot Lunch Letters
Hot lunch letters go home each Friday if a student has a balance due. If they owe more than one week, they are not allowed to eat until the debt is paid according to District Policy. Overdue balances are carried over to the next school year as well.
Menu for June 9 thru 13, 2008
Mon – Hot Dog, Tue – Tuna Sandwich, Wed – Dagwood, Thu – Turkey Sandwich, Fri – Ham & cheese sandwich. (PBJ’s are a second option each day.)

Upcoming Field Trips and Special Events
7th Grade Field Day – Friday, June 6th at Somerset Middle School
2008-09 Jazz Band Tryouts – Mon., June 9th, 3:00-7:00 PM, Sebasticook Cafeteria & Stage
8th Grade Job Shadowing Day – Tuesday, June 10th
5th Grade Play – Wednesday, June 11th, 9:30 AM and 4:30 PM Shows, Sebasticook Gym
4th Grade Parent Night – Thursday, June 12th, 5:30 PM, Sebasticook Gym
Friday, June 13th – Field Trips for Grades 6, 7 & 8
5th Grade Field Day – June 17th, 9:00 - Noon

The last day of school will be Wed., June 18th – Noon Dismissal

Monday, June 16, Co-curricula Assembly – 1:00 PM
Tuesday, June 17, Athletic Assembly – 1:00 PM
Tuesday, June 17, 5:30 PM, 8th Grade Barbecue, 7:00 PM – Dance
Wednesday, June 18, Final Assembly – 9:30 AM

Saturday, May 31, 2008

Wildcat Weekly - May 30th

Yearbooks

Sebasticook Valley Middle School Yearbooks will be available for sale on or about June 11th. The estimated cost of the yearbooks will be less than ten dollars.

8th Grade Job Shadowing

On Tuesday, June 10th, 8th graders will be participating in a day of job shadowing. Any 8th grader who is participating in this day must insure that their paperwork is in to your homeroom teacher by Friday, June 6th. Any student not choosing to participate in a job shadowing experience will have a regular day of classes.

Softball/Baseball Season Continues

The Sebasticook Wildcats played at home against Warsaw and both the softball and baseball teams were victorious. On Thursday afternoon they traveled to Bucksport to play a non-league game. The girl’s softball lost their game and the boy’s baseball won. The playoffs for the A-Teams are scheduled for Saturday, June 7th. The softball team will travel to Howland and the baseball playoffs will be at Sebasticook. Currently, the girls are in first place and the boys are in second.

SPEAR

SPEAR is a new group here at Sebasticook. The letters stand for Students Preparing for Education and Responsibility. It is responsible for helping students explore colleges while they are at SVMS. The group encourages students to have a top ten list of colleges before going on to high school as well as how to pay for college. This will help students pay more attention to what they want to do when they are older. Watch for more articles regarding SPEAR in the future.

Menu for June 2 thru 6, 2008

Mon – Cheeseburgers, Tue – Manager’s Choice, Wed – BLT’s w/cheese, Thu – Hamburgers, Fri – Ham & cheese sandwich. (PBJ’s are a second option each day.)

Repair and Rehabilitation Program

The school office has information regarding Grant Programs through USDA regarding assistance to the elderly and low income families for home improvements and repairs and/or removing health and safety hazards in homes.

Upcoming Field Trips and Special Events

District Vocal Festival, Grades 5-12, 9:00-11:00 AM, Sebasticook Gym

8th Grade Project Adventure – Thursday, June 5th, Nokomis Ropes Course

Maine Sampler – Friday, June 6th, Sebasticook Gym

7th Grade Field Day – Friday, June 6th at Somerset Middle School

2008-09 Jazz Band Tryouts – Mon., May 9th, 3:00-7:00 PM, Sebasticook Cafeteria & Stage

8th Grade Job Shadowing Day – Tuesday, June 10th

5th Grade Play – Wednesday, June 11th, 9:30 AM and 4:30 PM Shows, Sebasticook Gym

4th Grade Parent Night – Thursday, June 12th, 5:30 PM, Sebasticook Gym

Friday, June 13thField Trips for Grades 6, 7 & 8

The last day of school will be Wed., June 18th – Noon Dismissal

Monday, June 16, Co-curricula Assembly – 1:00 PM

Tuesday, June 17, Athletic Assembly – 1:00 PM

Tuesday, June 17, 5:30 PM, 8th Grade Barbecue, 7:00 PM – Dance

Wednesday, June 18, Final Assembly – 9:30 AM

Friday, May 16, 2008

Wildcat Weekly May 16, 2008

Science Fair Awards

The eighth grade Science Fair was a huge success as the gym was filled with many outstanding projects. The winners were as follows: Overall Winner – Kerri Guesman, Life Science First Runner up – Cody Hopkins, Life Science Second Runner up – Amanda Travers; Physical Science First Place – Mary Badeen, Physical Science First Runner up – Sara Leonard, and Physical Science Second Runner up – Amanda Erskine.

Eighth Grade Writers Recognized

A number of eighth grade students have been recognized for their writing. Three student essays were chosen for recognition in a contest honoring Ben Kuroki, a World War II hero. Alyssa Gadeberg’s essay was chosen for first place. Roxanne Pitcher’s and Brynn Cardozo’s were chosen as runners-up. Alysssa received a $50 prize.

Several eighth grade students have written and submitted poems which have been accepted for publication. Svea Ashe, Josh Bowden, Brittany Dunton, Andraya Fickett, and Rachel Riel-Oliver will have their poems published in “A Celebration of Young Poets”. Congratulations to all these young writers.!!!

Sebasticook Dress Code

Our Parent/Student Handbook contains an acceptable dress code that teachers attempt to enforce each and every year. As fashions as well as individual tastes change, the school attempts to be consistent while enforcing the rules. The goal of our dress code is to insure that each and every student appears appropriately dressed and in good taste. Please take time to review the dress code and discuss it with your children, and if you do have question, do not hesitate to call.

Softball/Baseball Season Continues

The Sebasticook softball and baseball B-Teams both won their games yesterday against Dexter. The A-Teams play against Hichborn of Howland tomorrow, game time 11:00 AM. Next week the A-Teams have four games beginning on Tuesday at Sedomocha in Dover-Foxcroft. Wednesday they are away at Somerset, Thursday they play Brewer under the lights in Brewer, and Friday they are home against Greenville.

Ultimate Warrior Week

From July 7tt through July 11th, a basketball clinic will be hosted at Nokomis Regional High School. Students entering grades 3-12 are encouraged to sign-up if you wish to improve your basketball skills. Each grade level has a different time of day to attend. The cost of the week-long clinic is $50.00, which includes the cost of a t-shirt. Registration forms are in the school office.

Youth Archery Tournament

On Saturday, May 24th, a Youth Archery Tournament will be conducted at Nokomis H. S. for students in grades 5-12. Registration is at 9:00AM.

Menu for May 19 thru 23, 2008

Mon – Chicken salad sandwich, Tue – Sloppy Joe, Wed – Cheeseburger, Thu – Ham hoagie, Fri – Pizza. (PBJ’s are a second option each day.)

Semi Formal Dance

The Sebasticook Valley Community Center will be hosting a semi formal dance for all middle school students on Friday, May 16th, from 7:00-10:00 PM. Tickets are now on sale in the school office for $15.00 each or $20.00 per couple. Life Touch Photography will be present for pictures. If you have any questions, please contact the Community Center at 368-5733.

The last day of school will be Wed., June 18th – Noon Dismissal

A schedule for the end-of-year events will be forthcoming.

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Live Osprey Webcam

Here is a webcam showing the Osprey at Sebasticook Valley Middle School.

May 9th

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Sebasticook Valley Middle School May 9, 2008


Spring Art Show/Vocal Concert

Sebasticook Valley Middle School will be hosting a Spring Art Show on Wednesday, May 14th from 5:00 – 6:45 PM. At 7:00 PM, the music department will be hosting a vocal concert in the gym.


Eighth Grade Writers Recognized

A number of eighth grade students have been recognized for their writing. Three student essays were chosen for recognition in a contest honoring Ben Kuroki, a World War II hero. Alyssa Gadeberg’s essay was chosen for first place. Roxanne Pitcher’s and Brynn Cardozo’s were chosen as runners-up. Alysssa received a $50 prize.

Several eighth grade students have written and submitted poems which have been accepted for publication. Svea Ashe, Josh Bowden, Brittany Dunton, Andraya Fickett, and Rachel Riel-Oliver will have their poems published in “A Celebration of Young Poets”. Congratulations to all these young writers.!!!


Sebasticook Dress Code

Our Parent/Student Handbook contains an acceptable dress code that teachers attempt to enforce each and every year. As fashions as well as individual tastes change, the school attempts to be consistent while enforcing the rules. The goal of our dress code is to insure that each and every student appears appropriately dressed and in good taste. Please take time to review the dress code and discuss it with your children, and if you do have question, do not hesitate to call.


Softball/Baseball Season Continues

The Sebasticook softball and baseball teams continued their season this week with games against Central, Piscataquis and Penquis of Milo. The softball team has only one loss in four games resulting in an impressive 3-1 record. The baseball team remains undefeated with a perfect 4-0 record. Also, the B-Team softball one their single game and the B-Team baseball won both of their games. Next week’s games include Warsaw at home on Monday and Dexter away on Thursday. B-Team baseball has a game at Somerset on Tuesday.

Youth Archery Tournament

On Saturday, May 24th, a Youth Archery Tournament will be conducted at Nokomis H. S. for students in grades 5-12. Registration is at 9:00AM.


Menu for May 12 thru 16, 2008

Mon – Breaded chicken, Tue – Ham dinner, Wed – Hot dog, Thu – Chop suey, Fri – Pizza. (PBJ’s are a second option each day.)


Semi Formal Dance

The Sebasticook Valley Community Center will be hosting a semi formal dance for all middle school students on Friday, May 16th, from 7:00-10:00 PM. Tickets are now on sale in the school office for $15.00 each or $20.00 per couple. Life Touch Photography will be present for pictures. If you have any questions, please contact the Community Center at 368-5733.


Step-up Dance

A dance for all 8th graders is being held at Nokomis on Fri., May 9th, from 7-9:30. Tickets are $5.00.


The last day of school will be Wed., June 18th – Noon Dismissal

A schedule for the end-of-year events will be forthcoming.

May 2nd

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Sebasticook Valley Middle School May 2, 2008


Eighth Grades Pictures

All Eighth Graders are scheduled to have their pictures taken on Tuesday, May 6th. There will be no retakes scheduled. This picture will be taken in Sebasticook jackets and we ask that the students wear either a white turtle neck or collared shirt. The picture is free to all students and it is placed in the certificate folder that is presented at the final assembly. Students will be able to purchase copies of the picture as well as a panoramic picture of the entire class. If you have questions or would like to see the folders and certificate, please stop by the office.



Sebasticook Welcomes Officer Shanna Blodgett – Our New Resource Officer


Softball/Baseball Season Opens

The Sebasticook softball and baseball teams open their season this past Monday afternoon by hosting Central of East Corinth. Both teams won their season opener. The Wednesday’s game against Grenville was postponed due to field conditions and has been rescheduled for May 23rd. On Friday, May 2nd, the teams travel to Dexter.


Sebasticook Library Online

DID YOU KNOW??? The Sebasticook Valley Middle School Library Catalog is online. Just go to the school page and scroll down to the media center. From the media center page, click on Destiny (our catalog system) and then on catalog. This way our students and families can check out the titles that are available for their research needs or their reading pleasure. The students have been using Destiny since October. Please feel free to call the library with any questions or comments on this automated system.


Menu for May 5 thru 9, 2008

Mon – Mac & cheese with ham slice, Tue – Chicken fajita wrap, Wed – Spaghetti w/meat sauce, Thu – Turkey dinner, Fri – Pizza. (PBJ’s are a second option each day.)


Semi Formal Dance

The Sebasticook Valley Community Center will be hosting a semi formal dance for all middle school students on Friday, May 16th, from 7:00-10:00 PM. Tickets are now on sale in the school office for $15.00 each or $20.00 per couple. Life Touch Photography will be present for pictures. If you have any questions, please contact the Community Center at 368-5733.



Eighth Grade Science Fair – May 9th – Public may attend from 4:00-6:00 PM


The last day of school will be Wednesday, June 18th

A schedule for the end-of-year events will be forthcoming.

Friday, April 4, 2008

April



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Sebasticook Valley Middle School April 4, 2008

LAST JAZZ PERFORMANCE

The Sebasticook Jazz Band and Show Chorus will be performing in the gym on Wednesday, April 9th, at 7:00 PM. This is your last chance to catch our young musicians and performers display their talents that they have worked so hard to perfect throughout the school year.

Lunch Bills

On each Friday, students owing hot lunch money will be given notices to take home. If a student owes more than one week, he/she will not be able to eat until the bill is paid. This is in accordance with MSAD#48 School Policy. If you have questions regarding your lunch status, please call the school office.

Cookie Dough Orders

Orders for cookie dough will be returned to school on April 10th. If you have big orders, you may want to plan to pick them up here at school rather than have your child take them on the bus. The fund raiser was a huge success and the staff would like to thank all that participated.

Change in School Calendar

Due to the number of snow days that we have experienced, the school calendar will change the end of the third quarter from March 28th to April 4th. This will mean that third quarter reports cards will be going home the week of April 7th.

The Show Chorus traveled to Lawrence High School for the State Competition last Saturday and placed third in their division.

CONGRATUALTIONS SHOW CHORUS!!!

DANCE at Sebasticook -April 12th, 7-9:00 PM, Grades 6-8

Menu for April 7 thru 11, 2008

Mon - Ravioli, Tue - Chicken Nuggets, Wed - Ham Italians, Thu - Pig-in-a-blanket, Fri - Pizza.

(PBJ's are a second option each day.)

ATV Safety Course

There will be a FREE ATV Safety Course at the Corinna Fire Annex for students ages 10-16 on Saturday, May 3rd. There will only be space enough for 50 people in the class, and all students must be accompanied by an adult. If interested call Judi Brooks at 278-3537 or Susan Stratton at 278-4157.

Energy Drinks a Concern - BE AWARE

More and more students are coming to school with "energy drinks". These drinks contain high levels of caffeine along with herbal supplements that lead to dehydration, squirminess, sassiness, or hyperactivity that may last as long as six hours. Caffeine is also addictive and may cause withdrawal symptoms including headaches, upset stomachs, and depressed moods. These drinks also contain high levels of sugar which contribute to obesity problems as well as cavities. Parents need to research the ingredients and be aware of what they are allowing their children to consume. These drinks were never meant to be used by children, but the companies are seeing a market here and are very clearly targeting them.

April Vacation - April 21 thru 25

Friday, April 18th - Teacher Workshop - No School

Welcome


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