Good day!
Welcome Back! I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving break.
At the end of this week we are halfway through the second term. Please contact any of your child's teachers to check on their progress. Staff Directory"
December 2, 2024 Edition
Upcoming Events
December 2 - Vision of a Graduate public forum. Library. 5 p.m.
December 4 - Winter Concert
December 9 - High School Board Meeting. Library. 5 p.m.
December 21 - January 1 - Winter Break
More details regarding extracurriculars are listed on our homepage under the "Events" section.
This week's message from Principal Haney
In this two minute video Principal Haney discusses the upcoming community session on the Vision of the Graduate as well as the things that he finds himself grateful for.
MDIHS Travelers are busy again!
The Italy trip is participating in the Northeast Harbor Holiday Festivities on Saturday, December 7. We'll be hosting an Italian dinner to enjoy along with the concert!
Winter Concert
Warm-Up/Call time for students is going to be 5:30 PM. Concert dress is:
OPTION 1: Dress shirt (tucked in) or dress sweater, dress pants, socks and dress shoes. Ties or bowties are highly encouraged. Suit coats are optional.
OPTION 2: Dress, dress pants or skirt, modest top, dress shoes (not flip flops). Dresses/skirts must be knee length.
If you or your student(s) have any issues with obtaining attire, please reach out ASAP to either Jacob LaMontagne, Matthew Mayo or Bronwyn Kortge--they can help!
Community Service Opportunities
Guidance Office
Upcoming Activities
Students of the Month
Congratulations Morgan & Jacob!
From the Classroom
Photo taken by Jennifer Kramp!
Visual Arts Department
Thank you Massachusetts College of Art and Design for visiting from Boston, MA last week!
MassArt was hosted by the Visual Arts department and offered portfolio reviews to interested students, college presentations to Watercolors and Photography classes, and an open presentation and Q&A during Flextime. MassArt was founded in 1873 and is the only independent public art university in the country, with 18 BFA majors and 8 minors.
If you were unable to attend the open Flextime info session but are interested in learning more about MassArt and connecting with their admissions team, please email Ms. Adam: philippa.adam@mdirss.org
Ms. Murphy's AP Biology
Students continue to develop their lab skills during a difficult multi-step photosynthesis lab.
Ms. Keenan's Batik Art Gallery reception
The MDI Art department hosted a successful artist’s reception to celebrate the Beautiful Batik Wall Hangings on display in the Wing Gallery. The Wall Hangings were the capstone projects created during Elizabeth Keenan’s Batik class using traditional Indonesian techniques. Student artists participating in the show are : Lily Alley, Emma Astle, CeCe Blackett, Abigail Butler, Suri Corcoran, Kelsey Fales, Seneca Haney, Anakin Hudson, Sadie Joyce, L Langley, Lucy Rogers, Eliza Sprague, Alyah Stevens, Bri Swanberg.
Students, friends and family members enjoyed some light refreshments and had a lovely time mingling and enjoying the art works on display. The show will be in the Gallery until Nov. 23, 2024
Ms. Crandall's Food 2
Ms. Crandall's new Foods 2 course practiced the elements of presentation.Each team had access to the same ingredients and were challenged to present an appealing dish. They all did an amazing job.
MDI Adult Education
Do you want to contribute to Lifelong Learning on MDI? Adult and Community Education is looking for instructors for Spring 2025. If you're interested, please fill out this short proposal form:
MDI Adult Education Teaching Proposal Form
Questions about MDI Adult Education? Email lauren.koncinsky@mdirss.org or visit mdi.maineadulted.org/
AOS91 Vision of a Graduate -- TODAY AT 5p.m.!
Join Us for a Vision of a Graduate Session!
We invite you to help shape the future of education at AOS 91 by participating in our Vision of a Graduate session. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents and community members to share their vision for what skills and attributes our students should have when they graduate. Your input will directly influence how we prepare our students to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Come share your thoughts on the workforce of tomorrow, the pace of change, social intelligence, and more. Let’s work together to ensure that MDIHS students are ready for success!
Date & Time: Monday, December 2 at 5 p.m., MDIHS Library
We hope to see you there! Your voice matters.
AOS91 Reorganization
Welcome to the information page about the reorganization process for Mount Desert Island Regional School System-AOS 91. Here, you will find information about the history of the journey to becoming a regional school system and the work the Reorganization Planning Committee completes at its monthly meetings.
Senior Pictures / Yearbook
From the Nurse's Office
Happy Thanksgiving MDI!
I hope you all enjoy family and some great food over the break.
A couple of reminders:
A recent email went out to staff regarding the use of perfume/scents.
"We do have a staff member who is really struggling with her asthma due to the overuse of perfume being sprayed while here at school. I would ask that we support our colleague by doing our best to mitigate students using scents in classrooms. If there is anything at all I can do PLEASE let me know, I would love to help any way I can."
Dental Clinic scheduled for JANUARY 17, 2025
If your student carries an inhaler and/or has serious allergies and you have not spoken to me, please contact me as there is paperwork to be completed for the student to self carry any type of inhalers or medications. As always if you have any questions please feel free to reach out to me.
A reminder that all Freshman and Juniors need an updated Physical. If your student has a well child check I would appreciate it if you can have the provider fax a copy of it to the HS. As always if you have any questions or concerns please feel free to email or call me.
Tammy Underwood
MDIHS School Nurse
Lunch Menu
Parent Information
2024-25
Academic Calendar
FAQs from the Main Office
Need a locker?
~ See Mrs. Littlefield in the Main Office
Student Absences:
Parents/Guardians: Please contact the school at 288-5011 to report an absence on the ‘Attendance Line’--Option 1
It is very important that parents/guardians contact the school, using the above method, when your child is out of school. It is vital that we know when someone is out due to illness, so that our school nurse, Tammy Underwood, can reach out to the family and ensure a safe return to school that will keep us all healthy. Approved list of excused absences according to Maine State Law. MDIHS also accepts legal appointments.
Late to school?
All students must check-in at the Main Office upon arrival, even if tardiness is excused.
Need to be dismissed from school?
Calling or sending a note in the morning allows us to give your student a pass to get out of class at the appropriate time. If a student feels sick once they arrive, they need to be dismissed by our nurse, Tammy Underwood. Students cannot leave the building without permission from a parent/guardian AND checking out at the Main Office.
Forgot something at home?
A parent may drop off items at the main office, and the student will be called down between classes.
Extracurricular Information?
All Extracurricular Information can be found on the Athletics tab on our homepage, www.mdihs.net. Cancellations and changes will be posted by 1pm, or as soon as possible. Want to find out if school is canceled or delayed? Call 288-5011, ext 7, or check our webpage, www.mdihs.net.
Student Absence for 3 days or more of school
It is important to notify the school when your student is going to miss 3 days or more of school. The Extended Absence Form should be completed ahead of time by your student and their teachers. Completed forms are turned in to Mr. Braun’s office.
Community News
Have a community event that you want high school students or parents to be aware of, or
a community service opportunity for MDI students?
Contact Mary Corrow at mcorrow@mdirss.org