As we move into the holiday season, please review the following information concerning out of state travel. It is critical that we work together to ensure a safe environment in all of our schools. Your cooperation is tremendously appreciated. “Maine residents who visit an exempt state are not required to quarantine or test upon returning to Maine. However, the... READ MORE >
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The RSU 56 School board meeting will be held in person at TWK Dirigo Middle School, and on Zoom due to the current COVID situation in the River Valley. The meeting will be streamed live on our Facebook page, but if you have questions or comments for the public comment section of the meeting please connect to the meeting through the zoom link below, or in person at... READ MORE >
FREE food boxes! Wednesday October 28th starting at 9:30am at Mountain Valley High School (2nd driveway student parking lot) till all the boxes are gone.This will be a drive thru food distribution. Please stay in your car. Food boxes will have 12 pounds of produce, 5 pounds of meat, and 5 pounds of dairy, and accompanied by a gallon of 2% milk. READ MORE >
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Good Morning from RSU 56. We are looking for help from the parents of our students to help us apply for more grant funding. The form below will provide information needed by the Maine Department of Education to determine RSU 56‘s eligibility status for State Economically Disadvantaged funds available under the Essential Programs & Services Funding Act. Data in... READ MORE >
Office of School Nutrition RSU 56 147 Weld St Dixfield, ME 04224 We are happy to announce that the USDA has again extended free meals to all children 18 and under through June 30, 2021. This means that all of our students will continue to have access to free breakfast and free lunch through the remainder of the school year. Although we will be... 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 _________________________________________________________________________ October 9, 2020 Dear Staff, Students, and Families, Oxford County was designated as “green” today by the Maine CDC.... READ MORE >
October 2, 2020 Dear Staff, Students, and Families, Oxford County was again designated as “yellow” today by the Maine CDC. RSU 56 will, therefore, continue with hybrid learning. In the RSU 56 Framework, the hybrid model was outlined in the following manner: A hybrid model would be utilized if the district was unable to meet all the CDC and/or MDOE... 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 25, 2020 Dear Staff, Students, and Families, Oxford County was changed to a “yellow” designation today from Maine CDC. As noted by the Maine Department of Education: “Oxford County... READ MORE >
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 >
Guidance from the CDC on how to wash a face mask/covering can be found here. READ MORE >
Supporting Your Child in Wearing a Mask This Article came out in the newsletter of Science and Autism Treatment and I thought it might be helpful to parents as you work with supporting your child(ren) wearing a mask. How can I teach my son to cooperate with wearing a face mask? As the country further re-opens during the COVID-19 pandemic, I would like my... READ MORE >
As the start of school looms closer, you may be wondering what type of mask to purchase for your child(ren) or yourself. Please check out the recommendations by the Maine CDC as some concerning masks: For Maine CDC mask guidance, click here. READ MORE >
Please find below the chatbox questions from last Thursday's board meeting. The responses to the chatbox questions are in bold. I, again, apologize that I was unable to keep up with the chatbox questions in live time. From 93938122888 : where would kids be put into the yellow zone if they live in a different town than what was mentioned Please connect with your... 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 >
RSU 56 has been asked by a community member to review the funding formula used to calculate additional local funding costs for the four towns. The sub-committee will be meeting on Thursday, August 6, 2020 at 6:30 virtually. Please feel free to join the virtual meeting, using the link below, if you are interested in participating in this conversation. Pamela Doyen... 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 >
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 >
Please take the time to vote 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 OfficeQuick facts: The School Budget is up 2.02%. RSU 56 received additional funding from the... READ MORE >
The Maine Department of Education released a survey to gather input about the safe return to classroom instruction in the fall . Please fill it out so they hear from our communities. Your thoughts on the return to school in the fall are important. The survey can be found at: https://www.maine.gov/doe/fall2020survey.Thanks and I sincerely hope you are having a... 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 >
RSU 56 stands in unity with the education organizations across the State of Maine in our desire to end racism. In honor of Juneteenth, please take a moment to read the following: https://5il.co/he67. READ MORE >
June 12, 2020 First and foremost, thank you for supporting RSU 56 as we worked through COVID19 induced remote learning. We will be sending out a survey soon to gather information on how remote learning went for you and your child(ren). The survey will also gather information and input into fall possibilities for returning to in-session school. Many people... 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 >
I arrived at work this morning to find this senior prank. Nicely played, seniors! :) READ MORE >
To our 2020 graduates - we are proud of you. READ MORE >
Please watch a video done by the DHS Alternative Ed students of their trip to New York City earlier in the school year. READ MORE >
April 29, 2020 To RSU 56 Students, Parents, Guardians, Staff and Community Members, Yesterday, as Governor Mills provided an update on how Maine will re-open, superintendents across the state received a message from Pender Makin, Commissioner of Education, that read, in part, ”Today’s announcement [from Governor Mills] applies to businesses, and not to 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 April 17, 2020 I wish you all a restful and relaxing April vacation week. During vacation week (April 20-24), there will be no tote at DHS for pick up/drop off of student work. I have asked teachers... 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 SchoolsApril 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 >
Maine Parent Federation is now offering our trainings Online - Register now! Transition to Kindergarten Learn more about transitioning your Pre-schooler to Kindergarten. Wednesday, April 8th - 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Register here - https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eu79Hi9KSrCaIWjKfGwewQ Positive Behavior Supports & Interventions at Home During COVID... 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 >
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 SchoolsMarch 27, 2020 Dear Parents, Guardians and Community Members, Due to our limited capacity to maintain multiple feeding sites as well as offer drop-off food delivery, we are, unfortunately, forced... READ MORE >
Regional School Unit 56 147 Weld Street, Dixfield, Maine 04224 Phone: (207)562-4300 - Fax: (207)562-6075 www.rsu56.orgMarch 25, 2020 Dear Parents, Guardians, Staff and Community Members, Yesterday, March 24, 2020, Governor Mills issued an order concerning non-essential services; therefore, our buildings will be closed to all non-employees through April... READ MORE >
Regional School Unit 56 147 Weld Street, Dixfield, Maine 04224 Phone: (207)562-4300 - Fax: (207)562-6075 www.rsu56.org Pam Doyen, Superintendent of Schools March 20, 2020 Dear Parents, Guardians, Staff and Community Members, As you know, on Sunday, March 15, 2020, Governor Mills provided a recommendation that Maine schools cease classroom-based... READ MORE >
RSU 56 delivered 730 meals and 36 food bank baskets across our four towns yesterday. Amazing teamwork from the RSU 56 staff! 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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Regional School Unit No. 56 147 Weld Street, Dixfield, Maine 04224 Phone: (207)562-4300 - Fax: (207)562-6075 www.rsu56.orgMarch 17, 2020 Dear Community Members, RSU 56 will be making food and assignments/materials deliveries on Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons. Our nutrition department will continue to provide free breakfast and lunch to all... READ MORE >
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 >
Tonight's Winter Sports Banquet will be modified due to the Department of Education guidelines issued today concerning mass gatherings. We will not be having a meal together in the SCC, instead, teams will proceed directly to their individual rooms to receive awards. Senior recognition and Keegan awards will take place in the individual award rooms. Awards will... 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 >
Students working hard in science labs. 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 >
Dirigo High School Students are spending today in a school assembly talking about the school culture and what they want the school to be. This activity will help craft a code of conduct for the students, staff and administrators. 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 >
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 >
TWKDMS Day of Welcome. Our Civil Rights Team did a really nice job on the posters and the lunch time message! READ MORE >
Twelve Dirigo High School students from Ms. Fletcher's homeroom took part in the community service day and went to the Pine Grove Cemetery in Canton to work with the "Cemetery Ladies" and other volunteers to learn about stone cleaning and to help clean some stones, and work on documenting the layout of the cemetery. During the five hours the students were there,... READ MORE >
The DHS Gear Up team brought Jared Campbell, a singer/songwriter from upstate NY, to perform for our student body last week. His main focus is allowing his music to impact the lives of his listeners by experiencing joy, finding comfort through pain, and looking past obstacles towards living a better life. READ MORE >
These students earned their positions by creating anonymous speeches and running in our election. We chose to do anonymous speeches to ensure people were voting on the merit of a candidate's ideas and leadership qualities (as outlined in their respective speeches) rather than on popularity. These awesome young leaders will be attending JMG's Leadership Education... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the DHS Golf Team- 2019 MVC Lakewood Invitational Champions! 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 >
Dirigo Cougars Game Schedule- 9/16-9/21/19 Monday 9/16: DHS Boys Soccer @ Lisbon- 4:00 pm (Bus Leaves at 2:00) DHS Field Hockey Home v. Hall Dale- 6:30 pm Golf Home v. Winthrop- 3:30 pm Tuesday 9/17: TWKDMS Soccer @ Winthrop- 4:00 pm (Bus Leaves at 2:00) TWKDMS Field Hockey @ Spruce Mountain (Bus Leaves at 2:00) Varsity - 3:30 pm JV to Follow DHS... READ MORE >
Dirigo High School 2019-2020 Student Cell Phone Guidelines In accordance with RSU 56 School Board Policy JICJ, students will not be allowed to use their cell phones or other privately owned electronic devices during the school day. Cell phones should be silenced and away during scheduled class times including learning labs, Cougar Paw Activity Period, and RTI... READ MORE >
Attention DES Friends & Families, if you are looking to volunteer here, you do need to do a background check each year. The form is below. Just complete it and turn it into the main office with a copy of your driver's license. If you have any questions, call our office at 207-562-4207. Thank you for your support of our school! READ MORE >
Please review the Round 3 budget overview by Superintendent Doyen. READ MORE >
RSU 56 has decided to disband the varsity football team for the remainder of the 2019 season. This decision came after the athletic director, superintendent of schools and board chair heard from the football coaches that the current roster poses safety risks for our students. Dirigo High School began the football season with a limited roster and has experienced... READ MORE >
September 16 - 20 Monday Tuesday RSU 56 Third Round 2019-2020 School Budget Vote Wednesday Late Arrival Wednesday Thursday Friday READ MORE >
RSU 56 is a public school district located in Oxford County, Maine. There are approximately 791 students from PRE-SCHOOL – 12th grade. RSU 56 includes 3 schools and covers the towns of Canton, Carthage, Dixfield, and Peru. Mission: The mission of RSU56 is to prepare our students to become purpose-filled, skilled members of the local and global... READ MORE >