By Pam Harnden, Staff Writer JAY — Students in the advanced placement environmental science class at Spruce Mountain High School are spreading information about recycling that could save local taxpayers thousands of dollars. Instructor Rob Taylor said a recycling crisis is becoming a national issue. His students are helping to raise awareness locally. “Things the […]
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Spruce Mountain seniors greet pupils in Livermore
Spruce Mountain High School Class of 2018 marshals Kiarra Richards and Peter Bussiere lead a march through the halls at Spruce Mountain Primary School in Livermore on Friday. (Pam Harnden/Livermore Falls Advertiser) Pupils at Spruce Mountain Primary School in Livermore give high-fives to class marshal Peter Bussiere, right. Class marshal Kiarra Richards is second from […]
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U.S. Sen. Angus King urges Spruce Mountain Adult Ed graduates to take risks
By Barry Matulaitis, Staff Editor JAY — U.S. Sen. Angus King implored graduates of Spruce Mountain Adult & Community Education on Thursday night to take risks and be positive. “Attitude really is everything,” King said. “It’s your attitude, not your aptitude, that determines your altitude.” King encouraged graduates to take chances and to not limit […]
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Envirothon win brings mixed emotions at Spruce Mountain
By Pam Harnden, Staff Writer JAY — A Spruce Mountain High School team has earned the right to attend the National Conservation Foundation-Envirothon in Pocatello, Idaho, from July 22-28. Team 1 members Bryan Riley, Orion Schwab, Jonathan Brenner, Hunter Quirrion and Jordan Daigle were the high scorers in aquatics, soils, wildlife and current issues at […]
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Girls’ State delegates from Spruce Mountain announced
By Pam Harnden, Staff Writer JAY — Eight juniors from Spruce Mountain High School have been selected as delegates to attend American Legion Auxiliary Department of Maine’s 72nd Annual Dirigo Girls’ State, June 17-22, at Husson College in Bangor. Dirigo Girls’ State is a non-partisan opportunity for young women to learn about responsible citizenship in […]
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Envirothon win brings mixed emotions at Spruce Mountain
JAY — A Spruce Mountain High School team has earned the right to attend the National Conservation Foundation-Envirothon in Pocatello, Idaho, from July 22-28. Team 1 members Bryan Riley, Orion Schwab, Jonathan Brenner, Hunter Quirrion and Jordan Daigle were the high scorers in aquatics, soils, wildlife and current issues at the Maine Envirothon on May 25 […]
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Spruce Mountain High School celebrates student achievement
Spruce Mountain High School in Jay held an awards assembly on May 22 to recognize student achievement in the months of March and April. Katelynn Ladd, center, is a March Student of the Month. She is pictured with her parents, Scott and Jody Ladd. Spruce Mountain High School’s March Student of the Month Jonathan Brenner, […]
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Spruce Mountain High School team places first at state Windstorm challenge
Spruce Mountain High School’s Windstorm Challenge student team take first place at the Kleinschmidt Windstorm Challenge at the University of Maine on May 18 in Orono. The competition requires students to build a wind turbine platform that floats and supports the turbine so it stays vertical without tipping over in waves and wind. The students […]
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Franklin County Teacher of the Year named
JAY — The Maine Department of Education has selected Spruce Mountain High School math teacher Jessica Ellingwood as the 2018 Franklin County Teacher of the Year. Principal Thomas Plourde told the Regional School Unit 73 directors Thursday evening that he was thrilled Ellingwood was chosen for the honor. “I’m superimpressed with Jessica, the caliber of teacher […]
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Students learn skills building dugouts at Jay ball field
JAY — Students in two construction classes at Spruce Mountain High School are getting hands-on experience building dugouts at the ball field at French Falls Recreation Area. “Kids today don’t get real-world experience,” instructor Daniel Lemieux said. “How will they know if they want to do something if they’ve never done it?” On Thursday, as […]