Spruce Mountain schools hold holiday concerts at the middle school in Jay

The elementary school concert on Dec. 16 first featured performances by each of the three grades – third, fourth and fifth. The three grades then joined together to sing "Rudolf, the Red-Nosed Reindeer."

Juggler Jason Tardy urges students to stand up, stand out against bullying

Jason Tardy, who grew up in Buckfield spoke of how he was bullied in school, what he did to overcome it and shared what to do if bullying is seen or experienced.

Elementary students learn how Santa’s reindeer got their names

Author Julie "Jingles" Robards grew up in Fayette, graduated from Livermore Falls High School.

Spruce Mountain Elementary School has a recurring four-legged visitor

Silas is a certified therapy dog who visits SMES every Tuesday and Thursday.

Two volunteers keep students warm at Spruce Mountain Elementary School

Two volunteers help students pick out winter clothes from donation piles.

Photos: Reindeer names and games

Julie (Jingles) Robards on Monday morning sang Christmas songs and read the book she wrote, "The Reindeer Games: How Santa's Reindeer Got Their Names during a visit to Spruce Mountain Elementary School in Jay.

Good Vibes Club spreads positivity and kindness at Spruce Mountain Elementary school

Fifth grade students in the Good Vibes Club spread kindness and possitivity.

Elementary school staff treats students on Halloween

On Thursday afternoon, Oct. 31, staff at Spruce Mountain Elementary School in Jay greeted students with candy, pencils, stickers, toys and other treats.

Some Spruce Mountain schools see improved behavior in students

The primary and middle school are seeing fewer instances, numbers continue to rise at the elementary and data is not yet available for the high school.

Groundbreaking held for Hollandstrong Tennis Courts next to Spruce Mountain Elementary School in Jay