Archive for ‘School’

  • ‘Noises Off!’ should provide plenty of laughs

    “Noises Off!” the play opens tonight, Nov. 21, at 7 p.m. in the Lake Region High School auditorium! Directed by Eugene Long, get ready for a fun-filled night of slamming doors and flying sardines with a large cast and crew of talented thespians and technicians. The play is produced by Taylor Cronin, costumes are by […]

  • Veterans honored at LRVC

    NAPLES — Students and staff at the Lake Region Vocational Center honored local veterans and members of the U.S. Armed Forces with a hearty lunch on Friday, Nov. 8, as part of a ceremony commemorating Veterans Day. Student Services Coordinator Walter Ridlon organized the event and took on the role of emcee, while students from […]

  • In a $ crunch, Leah Clavette created The Maine Scrunch

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer When Leah Clavette’s job at an ice cream shop ended two summers ago, she had a problem. “I needed to make some money,” she recalled. “It’s hard to find a winter job around here, and then I have lacrosse season. By the time I start getting into the job, […]

  • SAD 61 notes: Smith rehired as superintendent of schools

    Alan R. Smith is back as SAD 61’s Superintendent of Schools. By a unanimous vote Monday night, the school board rehired Smith, who retired at the end of September and was replaced on an interim basis by Assistant Superintendent Patricia Hayden. Smith took advantage of a Maine law that allows those under the state retirement […]

  • Lions Club Student of the Month: Julia Murch

    Julia Murch of Bridgton has been selected as the area Lions Clubs’ “Student of the Month” for October. Each month, area Lions Clubs recognize a Lake Region High School senior who has excelled academically. The recipient is honored at a Lions’ dinner meeting and is presented a monetary award. Parent: Lena Murch Siblings: Chelcie Murch, […]

  • Rotary Good Citizen: Savannah Mullins

    Savannah Mullins of Sebago has been selected as the Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Club’s “Citizen of the Month” for October. Each month, the Rotary Club recognizes a Lake Region High School student who displays good citizenship and contributes to the school community. The recipient is honored at a Rotary breakfast meeting and is presented a monetary […]

  • Fryeburg Academy honors a life of service

    FRYEBURG — Gerald “Gay” Kiesman has lived a life of service. Gerald was honored on Saturday, Aug. 17, at Fryeburg Academy’s Reunion Banquet with the 2019 Distinguished Alumni Award. This award is presented annually by the Fryeburg Academy Alumni Association to an alum who has rendered meritorious service to the school and/or community. Gerald “Gay” […]

  • SAD 61 School Board notes

    Quick takes provided by school administrators at Monday night’s SAD 61 School Board meeting — Stevens Brook opens with 271 students and 11 new hires; Songo Locks enrollment checks in at 425. Lake Region Middle School Principal Matt Lokken reported enrollment at 447, eight new hires, search continues for a sixth grade math teacher (“the […]

  • New LRVC early childhood program accepting kids

    This fall will see the opening of a new Early Childhood Occupations program at Lake Region Vocational Center.  This program will prepare high school students for various roles that have their foundation in child development. Students will learn content and practices that lead to careers as early childhood/elementary teachers, speech/occupational/physical therapists, social workers, day care […]

  • Top 10%, Lake Region High School Class of 2019

    These Class of 2019 Lake Region High School graduates earned Top 10 Percent status: Name: Kennedy Brake Town: Naples Parent: Molly Brake Clubs, organizations, sports teams you belong to: LRHS Drama Club, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Jazz Combo, Pep Band, ASTRA Club, Cross-Country, Indoor Track, Tennis. Community or volunteer efforts: Putting on dinners at the […]