RSU 9’s school nutrition program serves about 2,600 meals daily while also providing specialized accommodations and fresh food options for students across the district.
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Farmington middle school sees jump in sports participation
More than 30% of Mt. Blue Middle School students are participating in spring sports this year as the school expands athletic and student engagement opportunities.
Farmington-area schools expecting 1-time state funding boost in July
The funding is part of an $8 million ‘bridge payment’ included in the state’s supplemental budget.
Farmington fills empty seat on Mt. Blue school board
The Farmington Select Board appointed Christina Bobrow on April 14 to fill a one-year RSU 9 board vacancy following Lance Harvell’s resignation.
RSU 9 targets absenteeism, behavior with classroom changes
Rising absenteeism and dysregulation are driving expanded classroom supports at Cape Cod Hill.
Farmington board to weigh election after school board resignation
The Select Board will meet April 14 to accept Lance Harvell’s resignation from the Regional School Unit 9 board and decide whether to hold a special election at the May 11 town meeting.
Spring has just begun, but it’s never too early to check out summer camps across western Maine
Families must plan early due to limited local camps, varying schedules and high demand for youth programming.
Farmington school district giving support to 52 homeless students this year
Amanda Clark updated the Regional School Unit 9 board of directors on students who have been identified as experiencing homelessness or housing instability as of March 4.
Farmington middle schoolers connect to young readers though buddy program
Mt. Blue Middle School eighth graders visited W.G. Mallett School and the UMF Sweatt-Winter Center during Read Across America Week, reading with younger children and sparking interest in making the program a regular event.
Gauvin, Kinney win school board seats in Farmington recount
A recount clarified voter intent rules and confirmed Gauvin and Kinney as winners of the RSU 9 board of directors positions.