Good day!
This Friday afternoon we'll hold a Career Day at MDIHS. We've arranged for over 40 individuals and organizations to discuss with students a variety of careers. There will also be a Job Fair for summer employment.
Click the link for the Career Day Sessions.
PARENTS / GUARDIANS:
If you have had any updates since the beginning of school, be sure to update the emergency contacts for your child[ren], including who they can be released to.
You can do this by updating your information in your portal or by contacting Mary Corrow @ mcorrow@mdirss.org.
Upcoming Events
March 25 - National Honors Society Induction. 6 p.m.
March 27 - Show Choir Extravaganza. Bernard Parady Gymnasium. 6 p.m.
March 28 - Career Day
March 31 - First Day of Spring Athletics
April 2 - High School Annual Public Budget Meeting. Theater. 6 p.m.
April 4 - End of the 3rd Term. Early Release Day (Afternoon HCTC will be in session)
April 9 - SAT
Seniors - Community Service Opportunities, Academic Assistance for students as necessary
Juniors - SATs
Sophomores - Community Service Day
Freshmen - Class Community Building Day
April 10 - Science Augmentation Testing for Juniors
April 10. Sophomore College Planning Night. Higgins-Demas Theater. 6 p.m.
April 11 - Spring Dance. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
April 14 - High School Board Meeting. Library. 5 p.m.
April 19 - High School Campus Closed from 6 a.m to 3 p.m. - Bar Harbor Fire Department Disaster Training
April 22 - High School Campus Closed from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Bar Harbor Police Department Active Shooter Response Training
April 19 - 27. Spring Break
More details regarding extracurriculars are listed on our homepage under the "Events" section.
We have a number of open slots for the April, 2026 trip to Italy through EF. The itinerary can be found here: https://www.eftours.com/educational-tour/rome-to-sicily We hope that you will consider applying to the trip.
Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors are welcome to apply. Preference will be given to older students.
For more information, please contact Heather Dillon or Beth Blugerman
Join Just ME for Just US for a series of workshops to understand and counteract the polarization of climate science and solutions. JMJU is a youth-led non-profit working to promote climate justice in Maine and beyond. The series is being held at the high school for 3 consecutive Wednesdays starting on March 26th. The goal is to bring together MDI youth from middle school to college and post-graduate, to learn about and discuss these pertinent topics together. Contact blighalison@gmail.com for more information!
Chris Dougherty writes, "There were a lot of visually striking things to see during the Drama Festival weekend, and one of them was the mural on the first floor hallway windows at night, viewed from across the courtyard. For those who may not have had the opportunity to see it after dark, here is a poor imitation of what it looked like. It was even more beautiful in person - just like stained glass."
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.
(Click on banner above to go to Josten's MDI Yearbook page to purchase a yearbook)
Students/Parents can also secure a yearbook order by cash/check - See Mr. Arnold @ school.
Happy March MDI !
I hope everyone is well and staying warm! The clinic has been busy due to so much crud going around. We are seeing some COVID as well as Pneumonia and just really bad colds. Symptoms are hanging on for several days to weeks. Unfortunately, these viral illnesses just need time and rest before resolving. Students are committed to class work and athletics so I am finding they are not taking the time they need to get better, therefore prolonging the illness. We encourage students to stay home and rest until you are feeling better. As winter break approaches, if you are traveling, remember to practice good handwashing and steer clear of people who are symptomatic.
A couple of reminders:
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 high school. As always if you have any questions or concerns please feel free to email or call me.
Tammy Underwood
MDIHS School Nurse
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.
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
