The incoming weather has created a change in today's plans for athletics!
3 days ago, Sara Thurston
Athletic Changes
Artist Dave Williams will be at TWKDMS on Monday, 5/11/26. He is offering two opportunities for our students. Space is limited, so students will be invited to apply/sign up next week. See the poster attached for more information. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Dority at 562-7552. Go Cougars!
6 days ago, Jason Long
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Here is our May lunch menu.
9 days ago, Lisa Sanborn
May Lunch Menu
Today's DMS varsity softball and baseball games have been postponed. We are working on finding a make up date that works for us, Spruce, and officials. We will let you know as soon as a date has been confirmed.

Today's indoor practice times are listed here!
9 days ago, Sara Thurston
4/30 practice
This year's theme for Dirigo Diversity Day at DMS was "Keep It Local." The day focused on learning about what makes us, us. We had historical society representatives from all four of our towns, ND Paper, interesting neighbors, regional historians, and local experts. In the afternoon, students also learned about the different backgrounds of several staff members, and they got to try some foods from around the world. Thank you to the MANY people who volunteered their time to make today happen. Go Cougars!
9 days ago, Jason Long
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Please join us for these musical events! We have some real talent led by Mr. Hamalainen.
9 days ago, Lisa Sanborn
Spring Concerts
23 days ago, Lisa Sanborn
Diversity Day
Attention juniors & seniors! The class of 2027 invites you to Prom 2026: Hollywood Nights - A Red Carpet Event, May 2nd at Black Mountain of Maine. Tickets are $40.00 each and are on sale now Per school policy, Prom guests must either be high school students or graduates under the age of 20. Please see Ms Broomhall in Room 208 to purchase tickets and sign up your guests!
24 days ago, RSU56 Updates
Here is some important information for the Parents/Guardians of the Class of 2030.
24 days ago, Lisa Sanborn
Welcome Letter
Requirements
During our March Assembly, we recognized the second trimester's Academic Achievement and Academic Excellence Award Winners. The staff also recognized students selected for showing the most improvement in academics, attendance, effort, and/or kindness this year with a special award sponsored by the Portland Sea Dogs. Happy Spring and Go Cougars!
26 days ago, Jason Long
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Come and check out our local talent! You won't be disappointed!
about 1 month ago, Lisa Sanborn
Dirigo's Got Talent
Mr. Coolidge, Mr. Van Lieu, and several 2nd-year students from Region 9's Building Construction program joined us at TWKDMS today for our latest "experience." Students at TWKDMS earn points throughout the year by having good attendance, passing classes, positive behaviors, and more. They can save up and spend these points on prizes, gym time, or experiences like this. Region 9 sends a different program over to us each month. Go Cougars!
about 1 month ago, Jason Long
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Good Morning from RSU56.

Our phone system in district is currently down and not working.

If you need immediate assistance, please email:

DES: pfletcher@rsu56.org

DMS: lsanborn@rsu56.org

DHS: hdavis@rsu56.org

Transportation: jchilds@rsu56.org

about 1 month ago, RSU56 Updates
Mr. Hallock and Mr. O from Region 9's Metal Trades program joined us at DMS today for our latest "experience." Students at TWKDMS earn points throughout the year by having good attendance, passing grades, positive behaviors, and more. They can save up and spend these points on prizes, gym time, or experiences like this. Region 9 sends a different program over to us each month. Next up - Building Construction in April. Go Cougars!
about 1 month ago, Jason Long
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Due to poor road conditions on some back roads, RSU 56 will be going with a one hour delay this morning, Monday, March 23, 2026.
about 2 months ago, RSU56 Updates

Quick reminder about dance expectations at TWKDMS. The Student Council's winter dance tonight is from 6:30-9:00 pm. We lock the doors at 7:00 pm, so no one else will be permitted to enter after that time. Parents/guardians will need to confirm with me if they will be picking students up early. Sometimes parents/guardians like to take pictures. We permit that in the lobby area for a little while, but before I lock the doors, I ask all adults to leave unless they are a pre-approved chaperone. The dance costs $3, and snacks are also available for purchase. Finally, a student must be on time and present on the day of the dance to attend, and must also be academically eligible. Go Cougars!

2 months ago, Jason Long
Our Student Council is hosting a dance on Friday, February 27th, from 6:30 to 9:00. Admission is $3.00. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. Students must be academically eligible to attend. They must also arrive at school on time on Friday morning.
2 months ago, Lisa Sanborn
Middle School Dance
Due to the incoming snow and wind, there will be no afterschool activities in RSU 56 today, 2/23/26. This also includes the DES Cougar Cub After School activities.
2 months ago, RSU56 Updates
Here is the March lunch menu!
3 months ago, Lisa Sanborn
March Menu

The forecast looks pretty good for now, but before we head into the February Break, I wanted to remind our families that future "storm" days will be "remote learning days" for RSU 56. The middle school students have information on what these days look like for us (if needed), and here is a link to our basic procedure: https://www.rsu56.org/o/twk-dirigo-ms/page/twkdms-remote-learning

3 months ago, Jason Long