Mascenic Regional School District

Good afternoon Mascenic, I wanted to call as early as possible to let staff, students, and families know that we will be canceling school tomorrow, Friday January 31, 2025. Unfortunately, the spread of illness has impacted staff, reaching a threshold where we can not safely open our buildings tomorrow. Additionally, the number of students out across the district continues to be of concern. Our hope is that an extended weekend will allow our staff and students to recuperate and be ready for instruction next week. This cancellation will be counted similar to that of a snow day and will not impact the last day of school. This is not a decision we take lightly as we are aware of the challenge this presents for our families. However, safety and wellness are our priority. School buildings will be closed but the SAU will remain open, 8:00 - 4:00. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Today, January 29, 2025 school is canceled due to weather and student and staff absences. Buildings are closed but the SAU will be open 8am to 4pm.

We wanted to notify staff, students, and families as early as possible that we will be canceling school tomorrow, January 29, 2025. With the forecasted snow and cleanup during the morning commute coupled with high student and staff absences across the district, we need time for our maintenance staff to deep clean, disinfect, and sanitize our buildings and provide time for those who are sick to recover. While this is not a decision we take lightly, in one building alone we had over 25% of students absent with confirmed illness. Safety and wellness are always the top priority. School buildings will be closed tomorrow but the SAU will remain open, 8am-4pm. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Good afternoon, With so many students and staff sick we wanted to let families know that we are working to reduce the spread of germs by ensuring that all staff have access to sanitizing wipes and focusing on sanitizing common "touch points" such as railings and door handles. As a gentle reminder, if your child/children are sick, they should stay home until they are fever free (without medication) and/or gastrointestinal issue free for 24 hours. If you decide to keep your child/children home, please inform the main office of their respective school! We hope everyone starts to feel better soon!

Mrs. Schaumloffel's Boynton Block participated in "Shark Tank"! Thank you to the sharks Ms. Richard's, Mrs. Demurs, Mr. Gluck, and Mr. Somero! Students had ingenuitive ideas!!!

Please see our update to the Powerschool Breach here; https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-4HTeY_3h4cfGaaT7qUNfZqcsaq1rmiz/view?usp=sharing

MRSD- This afternoon (January 24) Bus 3, 7, 4 and 18 may be dropping off students a little later than usual. They are short a driver and are merging routes. Thank you again for your patience!

MRSD- This afternoon (January 23) Bus 3, 7, 4 and 18 may be dropping off students a little later than usual. They are short a driver and are merging routes. Thank you for your patience!

Please use the following link to view highlights from the January 21, 2025, School Board meeting: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pVkdTBf6ZmEOP6MKZBgT22q3ft6fsJOV/view?usp=sharing

MRSD- This afternoon (January 22) and potentially tomorrow afternoon (January 23) Bus 3, 7, and 18 may be dropping off students a little later than usual. They are short a driver and are merging routes.

Here is the MRSD January Newsletter. Happy reading! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DCl0XMImaydm2C_F5sAEx81gI70HiOsI/view?usp=sharing

Goodafternoon, Please see the attached letter which outlines specifics of what we believe was accessed in the Powerschool Breach. Please do not hesitate to reach out to the SAU with concerns. https://drive.google.com/file/d/11ApbQO-Kwt_u9-ZDYlUV2sZSxySNGp60/view?usp=sharing Liz Pogorzelski

Please check your email or see our "News" on our website for important updates on the Powerschool Breach, Budget Information for Fiscal Year '26, an update on Safety and Security in our Schools, a survey for families regarding next year’s school calendar, and a survey for parent feedback on the district’s use of grant funds.

Outdoor recess is not an option during this very cold and windy weather. Thank you to all the volunteers and staff who help make indoor recess as fun as possible! Students have been great! What a wonderful example of "cooperation", an HHES character trait!

We wanted to remind families that tonight, January 7th, we are holding our presentation on the Proposed Budget for fiscal year '26 at 6PM at MRHS. We are excited to share our process and information with you!

Just a friendly reminder that the Public Hearing for the proposed 2025-2026 budget will take place on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at 6 p.m. in the MRHS auditorium. We hope to see you there! Please use the following link to view a copy of the Public Hearing Notice: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EbI4S4EBY72eOmvr_tmjCEsDoNn-vK7Z/view?usp=sharing

Goodevening Mascenic and Happy New Year! We wanted to remind families that school is not in session until Monday, January 6th! We look forward to seeing you then!

**Community Art and Essay Contest!** With an entire week of winter break still ahead, why not encourage your child or children to participate in this exciting opportunity? Students are invited to submit a picture/logo and an essay expressing what their town of residence means to them. Winners will be selected from each school building! Please submit all entries by January 10th. To learn more about the contest, see the prizes being offered, and get additional details, please use the following link! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YynS_BmUAayFr559NhvBtLar-zk5YAXz/view?usp=sharing

As we get ready to celebrate with our loved ones, we wanted to take a moment to wish you and yours a wonderful holiday and happy New Year! A few important reminders; -Students do not return to school until January 6th! We have an extended winter break this year! -January 7th is our Budget Presentation at 6PM at the MRHS Auditorium.

HHES had a wonderful assembly this morning to celebrate kindness, responsibility, and to spread some holiday cheer! Here is the link to their "sing-a-long"! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vdPsDeG8RSetaudCeZq6K0eZA_D4ukej/view?usp=sharing