
PHIPPSBURG EXPLORER'S LOG
ISSUE 5 SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
UPCOMING EVENTS
September
28 - Picture Day; Instructions for Ordering Went Home Last Week
October
4 - Phippsburg Rec Meeting at Phippsburg Fire Station
6 - NO SCHOOL for students/Professional Development Day for Staff
9 - NO SCHOOL/Holiday
11 - Mad Science Before School Enrichment Program 8:20AM-9:20AM for Interested K-5. Cost: $105; register online at https://maine.madscience.org/parents-details-a.aspx?regItemSessionID=395968
13 - Phippsburg PTA Meeting 8:30AM in Teachers Room
A NOTE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
We were thrilled to be able to resume our tradition of going to Morse Mountain! This year our third, fourth, and fifth grades were led by Ms. McCauley out to Sewall Beach, where we played in the sand, did some cooperative learning activities, and had lunch. We had some pretty tired legs on the way back! Overall, it was a beautiful day that we all truly enjoyed.
Our fourth graders have begun their beginning band group lessons, and our fifth grade musicians have started to play together. Ms. Michaud is a remarkable instructor. It is amazing how quickly they progress.
Outdoor educator, Ms. McCauley, is once again working with classes to do some gardening. This week, she will work with fourth-grade students to plant noninvasive native plants that have been grown from seed. We look forward to seeing their great work. In art class, students have been exploring art through nature, drawing and painting sunrises and sunsets.
A reminder that as it begins to get a little cooler out, please pack a sweatshirt or coat for your child. Students go out for recess every day for thirty minutes. If you need assistance with warm clothing, please reach out to Mrs. McCartney and she will be more than happy to help.
OCTOBER MENUS
PICTURE DAY ORDERING GOES ONLINE!
Soggy dog designs returns for picture day today,
September 28th, starting at 8:45AM. This year, they are shifting to an online ordering process. Please see the information sheet for details.
FORMS
MAD SCIENCE BEFORE SCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
On Wednesday mornings from 8:20AM-9:20AM at PES (parents provide transportation to school), from October 11th through December 6th (skip Nov 22) Mad Science is offering Energize It! a 1-hour 8 week class for K-5 students, cost: $105. If your child is interested, please register today at: https://maine.madscience.org/parents-details-a.aspx?regItemSessionID=395968
We need a minimum of 10 students to provide the program (maximum of 20), we still have 12 openings, and half and full scholarships are available if you contact Mrs. Doran by September 29th.
VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION IS NOW PAPERLESS
PTA NEWS
Our next meeting is Friday, October 13th at 8:30AM at PES. We hope to see you there!
BATH ELEMENTARY PTA NEWS / MAKERS MARKET
We are gearing up for our 5th annual Makers Market. Have some awesome crafts that you are wanting to showcase? Can you bake something so yummy it’s a shame not to share? Sign up with the below Google Form to join us this year.
This is open to PreK to 12th Grade.
Makers Market will take place on November 11th at Fisher Mitchell School.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1-BkOmbdZds3O6BuzseEaDdvp2nHV1rDuw8biPDj7DZQ/edit
COMMUNITY INFORMATION THAT FAMILIES MAY BE INTERESTED IN
Did you know Bath has a Cub Scout Program? All children in K-5 are welcome to join their first info session on October 3rd. More info HERE
Phippsburg Elementary School Contact Info
Email: sgorsuch-plummer@rsu1.org
Website: phippsburg.rsu1.org
Location: 1047 Main Rd, Phippsburg, ME, USA
Phone: 389-1514