During the 14-day closure we will be offering meal delivery to those who request it. Meals will consist of both breakfast and lunch in a multiple day package. Meals are free to any child under the age of 18. Please contact your school secretary to request meal delivery for your child. Thank you!Dirigo Elementary School - 207-562-4207Dirigo Middle School -... READ MORE >
Regional School Unit No. 56 147 Weld Street, Dixfield, Maine 04224 Phone: (207)562-4300 - Fax: (207)562-6075 www.rsu56.org Pam Doyen, Superintendent of Schools September 15, 2020 Dear Staff, Students, and Families, Out of an abundance of caution, this letter is to inform you that more than one individual associated with the RSU 56 school system... READ MORE >
Regional School Unit No. 56 147 Weld Street, Dixfield, Maine 04224 Phone: (207)562-4300 - Fax: (207)562-6075 www.rsu56.org Pam Doyen, Superintendent of Schools September 14, 2020 Dear Staff, Students, and Families, Out of an abundance of caution, this letter is to inform you that an individual associated with the RSU 56 school system recently tested... READ MORE >
Please see the letter from Superintendent Doyen below, or check the following page for more information.2020-2021 Return To School InformationRegional School Unit No. 56 147 Weld Street, Dixfield, Maine 04224 Phone: (207)562-4300 - Fax: (207)562-6075 www.rsu56.org Pam Doyen, Superintendent of... READ MORE >
School Budget Vote is Tomorrow, July 14, 2020 Please take the time to vote tomorrow on the school budget. The school budget vote will be on Tuesday, July 14, 2020 from 8:00am - 8:pm at the following locations: Canton Town Office Carthage Town Office Dixfield - American Legion Peru Town Office Quick facts: The... READ MORE >
Remote Public Hearing In previous years, all school systems have been required to hold an annual budget meeting to be followed by a budget validation referendum vote. This year, because of the pandemic, Governor Mills issued Executive Order #56 on June 3, 2020, providing for school districts to hold a remote public hearing and school budget referendum in lieu of a... READ MORE >
Department of School Nutrition RSU 56 147 Weld Street Dixfield, Maine 04224 Dear Parent/Guardians: Please note the below delivery change for school meal deliveries starting next week. Meals will be delivered on Monday, May 18, Wednesday, May 20 and Thursday, May 21st next week. Starting on May 26th we will be moving to a two days a week delivery which will... READ MORE >
Regional School Unit No. 56 147 Weld Street, Dixfield, Maine 04224 Phone: (207)562-4300 - Fax: (207)562-6075 www.rsu56.org Pam Doyen, Superintendent of Schools April 8, 2020 To RSU 56 Students, Parents, Guardians, Staff and Community Members, Per Maine Commissioner of Education Pender Makin’s recommendation, with Governor Mills’ approval of that... READ MORE >
Good Morning from RSU56. Due to the forecasted storm coming Thursday night into Friday morning, we are going to send out the weekend meal deliveries on Thursday instead of Friday. Students will get their Wednesday and Thursday meals today. Then their Friday, Saturday and Sunday meals on Thursday. If you have any questions please call the central office at 562-4300.... READ MORE >
March 25, 2020 Dear Community Partners – While we are currently safely isolated in our homes, G.E.A.R. Parent Network staff would like all to be aware that we are here to support the parents/caregivers in Maine who are raising children or youth with emotional and behavioral health concerns. We understand what parents are going through, all members of the... READ MORE >
March 19, 2020 Dear Parents and Guardians, We know we are living in a time of uncertainty and this situation can cause a lot of anxiety for both children and adults. The main reason for the closure of schools is that we want to enable as many people as possible to practice social distancing. We are in serious unprecedented times right now and we need each other... READ MORE >
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March 16, 2020 If any RSU56 staff members need help with creating remote lessons, using Google Meet, Google Classroom or anything else technology related you can reach out to our Tech Department at help@rsu56.org, or my email is bkeene@rsu56.org. The same goes for RSU56 students, if you are having trouble with your emails or school issued devices, let us know. We... READ MORE >
Regional School Unit No. 56 147 Weld Street, Dixfield, Maine 04224 Phone: (207)562-4300 - Fax: (207)562-6075 www.rsu56.org Pam Doyen, Superintendent of Schools ___________________________________________________________________________ March 16, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians, Students and Community Members, This email is designed to provide you with... READ MORE >
Regional School Unit No. 56 147 Weld Street, Dixfield, Maine 04224 Phone: (207)562-4300 - Fax: (207)562-6075 www.rsu56.org Pam Doyen, Superintendent of Schools _____________________________________________________________________ March 15, 2020 There will be food available at the following sites, Monday through Friday for ANY child 18 or under. Free to... READ MORE >
Regional School Unit No. 56 147 Weld Street, Dixfield, Maine 04224 Phone: (207)562-4300 - Fax: (207)562-6075 www.rsu56.org Pam Doyen, Superintendent of Schools _____________________________________________________________________ March 15, 2020 Student's from RSU56 that attend the Margaret Murphy Center for their classes, will still be picked up at... READ MORE >
Regional School Unit No. 56 147 Weld Street, Dixfield, Maine 04224 Phone: (207)562-4300 - Fax: (207)562-6075 www.rsu56.org Pam Doyen, Superintendent of Schools _____________________________________________________________________ March 15, 2020 Good Afternoon: RSU 56 has been continually monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic. In an effort to be proactive... READ MORE >
Good afternoon. This is an important call from RSU 56. Please listen carefully. The RSU 56 schools will be closed initially from Monday, March 16th through Friday, March 27th. This decision was made in consultation with many stakeholders and out of an abundance of caution to follow the rapidly changing guidance regarding enhancing social distancing efforts to... READ MORE >
* Click here to download the letter below *Regional School Unit No. 56 147 Weld Street, Dixfield, Maine 04224 Phone: (207)562-4300 - Fax: (207)562-6075 www.rsu56.org Pam Doyen, Superintendent of Schools March 12, 2020 Dear Parents, Guardians, Staff and Community Members, RSU 56 recognizes that the recent outbreak of the respiratory illness known as... READ MORE >
Congratulations to our Forensics Team! Mr. Conant is holding Michael Dunn's (2009) Alumni Achievement Award. Adrianna Belskis was acknowledge for her career 1000+ points award as well as chosen as Maine District of the NSDA Student of the Year. Finally, Cassie Quinn (2003) was chosen as Coach of the Year award. READ MORE >
Check out the newest edition of the RSU56 weekly newsletter for what has been going on in the district this past week! Click here to read the District Newsletter. READ MORE >
The peak of the cold and flu season is upon us. To prevent widespread illness in our schools, we recommend that your child stay home from school if experiencing the following symptoms. · Fever (temperature 100 or greater) · Vomiting (even once) · Diarrhea · Chills · Feelings of fatigue, discomfort, weakness or muscle... READ MORE >
2019 - 2020 RSU 56 School Budget VoteJanuary 7, 2020Canton Town Office: 12PM - 7PMCarthage Town Office: 12PM - 7PMDixfield Town Office: 12PM - 6PMPeru Town Office: 12PM - 7PM READ MORE >
The RSU 56 School Department utilizes all assessment data to help inform our practices at the district, school, classroom and individual levels for our students. Although we encourage students and parents to participate fully in our assessment program, it is important to note that parents/guardians may opt their child out of state testing. If you are... READ MORE >
The round 5 2019-2020 Budget Validation Meeting will be held on December 19, 2019 at Dirigo High School starting at 6:30pm.Draft 2019-2020 BudgetTown Assessment Sheet READ MORE >
Check out the newest edition of the RSU56 weekly newsletter for what has been going on in the district this past week! Click here to read the District Newsletter. READ MORE >
Happy Friday!! Check out the newest edition of the RSU56 weekly newsletter for what has been going on in the district this past week! Click here to read the District Newsletter. READ MORE >
At our Veterans assembly on Friday our Kindergarten students sang "Your a Grand old Flag" to our veterans. READ MORE >
2019-2020 Round 5 Budget Meeting ScheduleNovember 12 (reg. board mtg.) - quick presentation of potential cuts, 6:30 DHS SCC.November 19 (special board mtg) - Budget workshop (hearing from our four towns, community members, proposed cuts reviewed, board determines direction) 6:30, DHS SCC November 26 (reg. board mtg) - Board votes on budget, 6:30 DES... READ MORE >
Happy Friday!! Check out the newest edition of the RSU56 weekly newsletter for what has been going on in the district this past week! District Newsletter - 11/8/2019 READ MORE >
Happy Friday!! Check out the newest edition of the RSU56 weekly newsletter for what has been going on in the district this past week! https://5il.co/b3dx READ MORE >
The round 4 of the 2019-2020 RSU56 School budget vote is Tuesday, November 5th. RSU56 Town Voting Locations are as follows: Canton Town Office, 94 Turner Street 8am-8PM Carthage Town Office, 703A Carthage Rd. 8am-8PM Dixfield American Legion Hall, 8 River Lane 8am-8PM Peru Town Office: 26 Main St. 8am-8PM Absentee Ballots are available! READ MORE >
MEDIA RELEASE: Maine DOE Seeks Students to Serve on First-ever Student CabinetLink to the Article The Maine Department of Education (DOE) today announced that it is launching its first-ever student cabinet, a group of students that will meet quarterly with Commissioner Pender Makin to discuss educational opportunities, improvements, and policy. The purpose of the... READ MORE >
Per pupil cost was asked about at the budget hearing/validation meeting. Please find the information below: Information on per pupil cost for districts can be found at:https://www.maine.gov/doe/sites/maine.gov.doe/files/inline-files/FY18_PPOC_bySAU_20190314_DL.pdf As of December 1, 2018, the state average for per pupil cost was $12,197.95. RSU 56 was... READ MORE >
Please review the Round 3 budget overview by Superintendent Doyen. READ MORE >