Joel Smith has served as interim principal for the district for one year and the RSU 9 board of directors have formally extended a two-year contract.
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New Sharon citizens discuss Charter/Spectrum, town funds
The town of New Sharon met on Saturday, March 2, to swear in new town officers and vote on 29 articles including an article on a franchise agreement with Spectrum/Charter, which was amended.
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Superintendent shares concerns over kids in grandparents’ care
In his report on Tuesday, Feb. 27, RSU 9 Superintendent Christian Elkington shared concerns with the board of directors over the growing number of kids in their grandparents’ care.
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Farmington-based school superintendent concerned about more students in multigenerational households
Regional School Unit 9 Superintendent Christian Elkington thinks district numbers are double those reported in a recent article.
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Mt. Blue Boosters ‘frustrated’ with district directors
Director Rich Ruhlin told the RSU 9 board of directors on Tuesday, Feb. 13, the Mt. Blue Boosters are frustrated with the board over a lack of clarity with the fundraising efforts.
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Mt. Blue, other schools report continued success with BARR
RSU 9 principals, including Joel Smith of Mt. Blue High School, reported continued success with BARR to the RSU 9 board of directors on Tuesday, Jan. 23.
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Farmington-based school district moves forward on turf fundraiser
Regional School Unit 9 directors also approved a proposal by the club to give naming rights to certain facilities at Caldwell Field at Mt. Blue High School.
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RSU 9 says ‘no’ to electric buses, for now
After asked to do more research on electric bus rebates, RSU 9 Director of Transportation Richard Joseph Jr. returned on Tuesday, Jan. 23, with more information.
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RSU 9 heavily debates synthetic turf
After a lengthy discussion on Tuesday, Jan. 23, the Regional School Unit 9 board of directors voted to allow the Mt. Blue High School All Sports Boosters to fundraise to replace current soccer fields with Astro Turf.
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Fayette town manager says ‘war chest’ will fund infrastructure projects without raising taxes
Some residents are concerned about inconsistent charges for internet services.