The baseball team finished the season as pod champions and the softball team finished the season as pod runners-up. Photo credit to Shannon Jordan for baseball and Melanie Turner for softball. READ MORE >
The MJHS staff would like to thank our friends at Gateway Title and Lincoln Maine Federal Credit Union for delivering pizza, chips, and soda for a staff lunch, a project they call "Share Pizza Love". READ MORE >
We are now able to accommodate requests for a first dose at the June 11th clinic. If you have a first dose on June 11th, you will need to schedule a second dose with PCHC by calling 207-355-5066. You will also need to complete a form. Students who received their first dose of the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine are scheduled to receive their second dose this Friday... READ MORE >
**MJHS bands will be performing mini outdoor concerts on WEDNESDAY, June 9th, due to the expected high temperature on Monday, June 7th. ** Each student will be given a t-shirt to wear for the concert. Please have them wear black on the bottom. School appropriate pants, shorts, capris or skirts are fine. You don’t need to buy something new. If your child doesn’t... READ MORE >
This letter is being sent home with 8th grade students today in an envelope addressed to parents that also includes tickets for Last Assembly.Dear Parent(s) or Guardian(s) of Grade 8 Students: The Grade 8 Last Assembly will be held on Monday, June 14th, in the Cobb Hall Gymnasium at Mattanawcook Junior High School. There will be two sessions in order to... READ MORE >
**MJHS bands will be performing mini outdoor concerts on WEDNESDAY, June 9th, due to the expected high temperature on Monday, June 7th. **Each student will be given a t-shirt to wear for the concert. Please have them wear black on the bottom. School appropriate pants, shorts, capris or skirts are fine. You don’t need to buy something new. If your child doesn’t have... READ MORE >
Fourth graders started out learning about supply and demand, and how that impacts people and the community. This led them to work on a service learning project to help their community, making posters to hang throughout the school requesting donations, and bringing in their own donations as well. They elected representatives to take a photo with the donation... READ MORE >
Mattanawcook Junior High School would like to congratulate Jessica Carmichael, 6th grade English language arts and social studies teacher, for receiving her Master of Education in Instructional Technology from the University of Maine. READ MORE >
8th graders will be visiting MA on Thursday, 5/20/21, to tour the building in two shifts between 1:00pm and 2:00pm. We are in the process of planning last assembly for 8th graders and their families while following the covid-19 guidelines. The plan is to have an assembly on June 14th in the MJHS Cobb Hall gymnasium. We expect to have two sessions with half of the... READ MORE >
Penobscot Community Health Center will hold a COVID-19 vaccine clinic at Mattanawcook Junior High School on Friday, May 21st. All students who are 12 years old and above on that date are eligible. The clinic starts at 9:00 a.m. PCHC will return in three weeks to administer the final dose of the Pfizer vaccine. You can print and complete this permission form or pick... READ MORE >
May 10, 2021 Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members: This letter is to inform you that a member of the Mattanawcook Jr. High School community has tested positive for COVID-19. As with every positive COVID-19 case, the district is working directly with Maine DOE/CDC to determine the infectious period and contact tracing requirements, based on the... READ MORE >
8th Grade Parents, You may not believe it, but it's time for your 8th grader to sign-up for classes for his/her freshman year!! Mrs. Cole will be starting that process Tuesday, May 4th, in class. She will provide students with the list of courses available to freshmen (pictured above) and help them through the process of choosing classes. Please expect the (2)... READ MORE >
April 13, 2021 Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members: This letter is to inform you that a member of the R.S.U. No. 67 school community has tested positive for COVID-19. As with every positive COVID-19 case, the district is working directly with Maine DOE/CDC to determine the infectious period and contact tracing requirements, based on the impacted... READ MORE >
MJHS students and staff participated in a door decorating contest during March. The results were colorful and the project inspired teamwork within each classroom. Click on this link to see the results, https://drive.google.com/drive... . (You can click on the "boxes" in the upper right corner to switch between a list view and a grid view. Double-click on the first... READ MORE >
The MJHS Boy's Basketball team, coached by Ryan Libby and PJ Stanley, are the 2021 Penobscot Pod Penquis League Champions. READ MORE >
Maine School Immunization Requirements All children attending a public school or participating in any public school program in person, on school grounds or a private school in Maine must have the following immunizations. Required for Kindergarten entry: • 5 DTaP (4 DTaP if 4th is given on or after 4th birthday) • 4 Polio (3 Polio if the 3rd is given on or... READ MORE >
February 23, 2021 Dear R.S.U. No. 67 Families, I am deeply saddened to inform you that a student at Ella P. Burr School died tragically in a fire at her home last evening. She was a beloved member of the Ella P. Burr School community and will be missed greatly. Your child may have questions or worries about this loss. We encourage you to talk with your child.... READ MORE >
Each grade level has planned winter fest activities for their students on Friday, 2/12/21. They will be participating in their classroom groups to follow CDC guidelines. Some activities are outside. We ask that you make sure to bring boots, hats, mittens, and coats if you have an outside activity. The weather looks like it will be cold, but if everyone is prepared... READ MORE >
Guidelines when Choosing Remote Instruction! Please click the link below to view the guidelines when choosing remote instruction. https://5il.co/pjon READ MORE >
February 8, 2021 Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members: It is hard to believe that February vacation is right around the bend! Friday, February 12, 2021, is the last school day before break. School will resume on Monday, February 22nd. I would like to thank you for all you have done and continue to do to allow us to provide as much in-person... READ MORE >
Each February, our nation honors the achievements of African Americans and the central role they play in the history of the United States. Founded by Carter G. Woodson, an American historian, Black History Week was first celebrated on February 12, 1926, to commemorate and celebrate the contributions to our nation made by people of African descent. The date... READ MORE >
January 29, 2021 Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members: This letter is to inform you that we were notified today that a member of the Mattanawcook Jr. High School community has tested positive for COVID-19. As with every positive COVID-19 case, the district is working directly with Maine DOE/CDC to determine the infectious period and contact tracing... READ MORE >
Mask UpdateThis is a reminder that face coverings must fit properly, creating a "seal" around the nose and mouth. It must be thick enough to prevent respiratory droplets from escaping. If the face-covering (mask or gaiter) allows light to pass through or does not appear adequate in regard to safety, students will be provided with a surgical-grade mask to wear. At... READ MORE >
January 25, 2021 Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members: This letter is to inform you that we were notified today that a member of the Mattanawcook Jr. High School community has tested positive for COVID-19. As with every positive COVID-19 case, the district is working directly with Maine DOE/CDC to determine the infectious period and contact tracing... READ MORE >
January 22, 2021 Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members: This letter is to inform you that we were notified today that an individual affiliated with seventh and eighth grade at Mattanawcook Jr. High School has tested positive for COVID-19. As with every positive COVID-19 case, the district is working directly with Maine DOE/CDC to determine the infectious... READ MORE >
January 15, 2021 Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members: This letter is to inform you that we were notified today that an individual affiliated with Mattanawcook Academy has tested positive for COVID-19. We have taken steps with our response team to follow Maine Center for Disease Control and Department of Education guidelines and will be notifying... READ MORE >
January 6, 2020 Dear Students and Families, As we prepare to bring our students back for hybrid instruction starting on January 11th, I want to give you the most up-to-date information regarding the Maine CDC and Department of Education (DOE) recommendations for masking and social distancing, which RSU No. 67 schools are following. They were updated on November... READ MORE >
January 6, 2021 Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members: Happy New Year to the R.S.U. No. 67 Community! The start of the new year and the distribution of vaccines to fight COVID-19 gives us hope for improved health and a gradual return to normalcy. Our intention is to operate all schools in a hybrid/yellow model the week of January 11-15 and then return... READ MORE >
DECEMBER 12, 2020 Dear Parents, and Community Members: This letter is to inform you that an individual affiliated with Mattanawcook Jr. High School has tested positive for COVID-19. We have taken steps with our response team to follow Maine Centers for Disease Control and Department of Education guidelines and will be notifying anyone who is considered a close... READ MORE >
December 10, 2020 Dear Students and Families, As we prepare to bring our students back for hybrid instruction starting on December 14th, I want to give you the most up-to-date information regarding the Maine CDC and Department of Education (DOE) recommendations for masking and social distancing, which RSU No. 67 schools are following. They were updated on... READ MORE >
December 9, 2020 Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members:Over the last few weeks COVID-19 has become more real to people in our community. Withthe recent outbreak at Lakeview Terrace, and positive cases at Ella P. Burr School andMattanawcook Jr. High School, we now know COVID-19 is fully present in our area. Our positivethoughts go out to the residents and... READ MORE >
MJHS learning materials for remote instruction will be available for pick-up from 7-5 on Friday, 12/4. If your child has been remote when the school is in-person and has Mr. Neal as his/her remote teacher, you will follow the regular procedure of picking them up on Monday. We will also be collecting completed work during that time. Please make sure your child's... READ MORE >
November 30, 2020 Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members: This letter is to inform you that we were notified today that an individual affiliated with Mattanawcook Jr. High School has tested positive for COVID-19. We have taken steps with our response team to follow Maine Centers for Disease Control and Department of Education guidelines and will be... READ MORE >
If you are having technology problems and can access this website, https://remote.rsu67.org/home, there is helpful information of who to call and what to try. MJHS students who are unable to access class through their zoom link should call the school for help at 794-8935. READ MORE >
November 27, 2020 Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members: This letter is to inform you that we were notified today that an individual affiliated with Ella P. Burr School has tested positive for COVID-19. We have taken steps with our response team to follow Maine Centers for Disease Control and Department of Education guidelines to notify anyone who is... READ MORE >
During the week of November 30th meals will be distributed Monday (November 30), Wednesday (December 2) and Friday (December 4) from 10 am to 12 noon at Mattanawcook Academy, Chester Town Office and Mattawamkeag Town Office. Please call 794-6500 with any questions! READ MORE >
As a reminder, RSU No. 67 will be providing remote instruction to all students from 11/30/20-12/4/20. Some of our students who have been attending in-person will have materials to pick up in order to fully participate in that instruction, while some will be bringing those materials home themselves. MJHS will have materials available for pickup on Tuesday, 11/24,... READ MORE >
November 19, 2020 Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members: As Thanksgiving approaches, we all look forward to celebrating and connecting with family, loved ones and friends. As people have holiday gatherings, travel, shop, or attend other events, close contacts increase, creating a potential uptick in positive cases. Unfortunately, we continue to face... READ MORE >
Dear Parents/Guardians, As we continue to prepare for the potential of school moving to a hybrid model or a fully remote model, we feel that it is time to remind you all of what school will look like for your child if we change to a fully remote or hybrid model. It is hard to believe that we may soon be in a situation that is very similar to... READ MORE >
Thank you to Jordan Farms for donating pumpkins for MJHS students! Some in-person students have already picked out their pumpkin and others will have the opportunity tomorrow. We will have a pumpkin for each of our remote students who would like one. You can pick it up in the remote pick-up area on Friday between 9am and 3pm or when you come to pick up remote... READ MORE >
Dear Families, It is that time of year when parent-teacher conferences are scheduled to take place. As you all know, we have rules that prohibit us from meeting in-person so all conferences must take place remotely. Parent-Teacher conferences are on Tuesday, November 10th and Thursday, November 12th. Grades 4-6 will hold conferences from 2:30pm to 5:30pm on... READ MORE >
Here is the lunch menu for the month of November. Please share! READ MORE >
Red Ribbon Week at MJHS! Please join us in our MISSION to help keep kids drug-free. Next week, Nov. 2-6, will be Red Ribbon Week at Mattanawcook Junior High. This is the largest drug-abuse prevention campaign in the nation. The challenges our youth face today are not the same as when we were growing up, but our desire to keep children and families drug-free has... READ MORE >
Our Yearbook Advisor, Jean Hanington, will be at MJHS on 10/23 to take student pictures.In-person students who were absent or tardy for the previous picture day, 10/14, will have pictures taken in the morning.Remote student pictures will be taken from 1-2pm. We do not want them to miss classes in order for their pictures to be taken. Remote students should call to... READ MORE >
We will not be having choice lunch on Fridays. There will be one main item. Please see the following changes:October 23, 2020 - WOW-BUTTER N' JELLY CELERY STICKSTOSTITO CHIPSBUG BITESAPPLE SLICESOctober 30, 2020 - HAM N' CHEESECARROT STICKSYOGURTANIMAL CRACKERSAPPLE SAUCEHave a great day! READ MORE >
On Wednesday October 7, 2020, the RSU No. 67 Board of Directors voted to move Friday release time for 4th-6th grade at 12:00pm and 7-8 at 1:00pm. This will begin on Friday, October 16, 2020. READ MORE >
Here is the lunch menu for the month of October. Please share! READ MORE >
Remote Material Pick-up/Drop-off Change: Please be advised that remote material pick-up and drop-off will now take place on Mondays instead of Fridays. There will be no pick-up/drop-off this Friday, 9/25. It will be Monday, 9/28, instead. If there is a Monday holiday, pick-up/drop-off will be on Tuesday that week.We ask that you come between 8:45am and 1:45pm to... READ MORE >
Here is September's lunch menu! READ MORE >
MJHS student classroom information letters have been mailed. These letters include detail information in regards to which entrance door your student will be using, which classroom your student will be in, along with other very important information for your student. Please take time and read this thoroughly. Thank you for your patience! READ MORE >
Dear MJHS Families, We are excited to welcome all of our 4th graders, new and current students back to school. I hope you are all doing fantastic and enjoying the long, sunny days of summer. Since last March, the COVID-19 pandemic stretched our community, families and our schools to the max. Staff have been working extremely hard for the reopening of our schools... READ MORE >
Thank you for your patience, here is the MJHS 2020-2021 Suggested School Supply List! READ MORE >
The MJHS Staff would like to wish all of our students and their families a safe and happy summer. We miss you! Click here to enjoy this short video. READ MORE >
Mattanawcook Junior High School will be collecting laptops, ski equipment, instruments, library books, teacher books, wrestling gear, and any other school property on June 10th from 7:30-2:30 and June 11th from 7:30-5:30. This will also be a time for families to pick up any certificates, awards, and/or yearbooks. We will not be releasing these items unless property... READ MORE >
Mattanwacook Junior High Feedback/Scoring ProceduresGuidelines for Feedback/Scoring Procedures1. During this unprecedented time in education, R.S.U. No. 67 is committed to “hold harmless”- nograding procedure will negatively impact a student.2. The Prek-grade 8 system recently closed out the 2nd trimester. The 9-12th system was roughly 6weeks into the 2nd semester... READ MORE >
R.S.U. No. 67 Continuity of Education Plan For Student Engagement During Extended School Closure Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) R.S.U. 67 remains committed to supporting students and families to navigate this challenging time. The district’s first priority remains the health, safety, and well-being of our students, staff, families, and community. We have... READ MORE >
MJHS student laptops will be distributed with their learning packets on Tuesday, March 31st. They will also receive their login and password information for their school gmail accounts. We hope this will assist students and teachers with remote learning experiences.Please make sure you've responded to your teacher's request for information regarding device and... READ MORE >
March 29, 2020 Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members: I want to thank you for your ongoing support and commitment in making our first two weeks of remote learning a success. I recognize that everyone is juggling numerous worries and responsibilities and it has not been easy. Although remote learning is not an optimal situation, everyone is giving it their... READ MORE >
March 24, 2020 Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members: This afternoon, Governor Janet Mills issued an order expanding restrictions to mitigate the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The new restrictions take effect on Wednesday, March 25, 2020 and will last until April 8, 2020. I am writing to update you on R.S.U. 67’s response based on this new... READ MORE >
Meal Distribution Beginning on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, breakfast and lunch “to go” meals are available from 10:30 – 12:30 on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at Mattanwcook Academy, the parking lot of the Chester Town Office and the parking lot of the Municipal Buildings in Mattawamkeag. Each day students will receive meals for two days. READ MORE >
Learning Material Distribution Learning materials for the extended school closure may be picked up on Wednesday, March 25th, from 7:00 a.m. – 1:00outside of your child’s school. Please wait in your car, and an R.S.U. No. 67 staff member will assist you in collecting these materials. READ MORE >
March 20, 2020 Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members: I am writing to update you on R.S.U. 67’s response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) that is gripping our state, the nation, and the world. I am extending the closure of all schools in R.S.U. 67 through April 27, 2020. We will continue to follow the school calendar and will provide remote learning... READ MORE >
We've thought of a fun way to connect MJHS students and staff while we're out of the building. Join us for the first school-wide Bad Joke Friday! Use the following link to submit your school appropriate bad joke and vote for your favorites. You'll need to record a video of yourself telling the joke or write it down and hold it up to the camera if you prefer. ... READ MORE >
QUESTIONS or CONCERNS WE ARE HERE FOR YOU! If you have any questions or concerns please call the District Office at 794-6500 and leave a message and someone will return your call. READ MORE >
March 17, 2020 Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members: I would like to begin this update with words of gratitude. I want to thank R.S.U. No. 67 staff members for their efforts in preparing remote learning packets for every student in this district. I am grateful for building and central office administration, our district nurse, and five members of our... READ MORE >
March 15, 2020 Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members: We all recognize there is no replacement for the quality instruction provided in the classroom from our teachers. However, given the nature of the extended school closure, my goal is to keep our students engaged in learning and connected with our teachers. Staff members... READ MORE >
March 14, 2020 Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members I am writing to inform you that all schools in R.S.U. No. 67 will be closed Monday, March 16- Friday, March 27, 2020. Our teachers will have a workshop day on Monday to complete their planning for remote learning for all students during the closure. Additional information regarding how to access... READ MORE >
March 13, 2020 - 3:30 PM Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members: R.S.U. No. 67 continues to adjust our response as new guidance becomes available regarding the COVID-19 Disease. Today, the Maine Principals’ Association Interscholastic Management Committee postponed the start of the 2020 Spring sports pre-season practice schedule until after April 27, 2020. ... READ MORE >
March 12, 2020 Dear Staff, Parents, and Community Members: With the tremendous amount of information emerging about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) on a daily basis, it is understandable that there is a great deal of anxiety in our community, country, and the world. I want to take this opportunity to update you on how R.S.U. No. 67 is responding to the... READ MORE >
I am pleased to let you know our students' artwork has been selected for the Maine Visual Arts Education Showcase. Over forty of our paintings will be exhibited in the state capital's Hall of Flags for three months. About 8-10 artists per grade will be selected for the exhibit. The student-artists and their families will be invited and shown a special tour of the... READ MORE >
Ryan Reed came over Friday to present a check from Lincoln Maine Federal Credit Union's Ending Hunger Campaign. This will be a huge help in supporting our food pantry backpack program. We're thankful for a community willing to help others in need. READ MORE >
Check out our new climbing wall in action! Last year we had several staff members apply for Herb and Ellie Bailey grants for our school and this is what one of those grants provided! If you have seen pictures of our entire 8th grade class attending the Kieve Leadership School, you can also thank the Baileys for that as well! READ MORE >
November 1st is launch day for the Hannaford Helps Reusable Bag Program! For the entire month of November, when you purchase a $2.50 reusable Fight Hunger Bag at the Hannaford located in Lincoln, $1 is donated to MJHS. We strongly encourage you to share this news with family and friends as well! The Fight Hunger Bags are located on displays around the store and at... READ MORE >
Many parents ask us to let them know if there are special school supplies that they should buy. Your teachers have provided these lists of optional school supplies. Some Tips - We prefer three ring binders to zippered notebooks. Also, several inexpensive pocket folders and single subject spiral notebooks are good supplies to have. Students do not carry their... READ MORE >
The wrestling team finished their season with a Penquis League championship this week. Individuals who placed are: Cole Albert- 1st, Owen Harper- 1st, Zachary Doyel- 2nd, Kameren Doane- 3rd, Ethan Troxell- 1st, Brayden Irish- 1st, Jordyn Colorado- 1st, Cody Smith- 2nd, James Dube- 1st, Isaac Hainer- 1st, Wyatt Rhoades- 3rd.The team also competed at the Pine Tree... READ MORE >
The MJHS Boy's A team won a nail-biter semi-final game tonight against SeDoMoCha, 28-27! They will advance to the league championship game on Saturday at Dexter. (More details to follow.) READ MORE >
The top 3 winners of the Annual Mattanawcook Jr. HIgh School Geography Bee were: Third Place: Ellie S.Second Place: Maddox T.First Place: Hunter B.Great job to all that participated! READ MORE >
Congratulations to the MJHS Girls on their victory over Warsaw Middle School in quarterfinal action! Our team will travel to #1 Central of East Corinth on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at 3:30. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the MJHS cheerleaders on a 2nd place finish at their competition in Bucksport last Friday. They will be competing on Friday, February 1st, at Penobscot Valley High School. Doors open at 5:00 and the competition will begin after warmups and a coaches meeting. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the MJHS Girls A basketball team, who will play a quarter-final game on Monday, February 4th, at 4:00 at Warsaw Middle School. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the MJHS boys A basketball team, who earned a first round bye and will continue into the postseason with a semi-final game on Wednesday, February 6th, at 3:30. READ MORE >
The Boys and Girls A and B teams have had a successful season, with their last games being played today, January 25th. A teams are home facing Dover and B teams are at Dexter. Playoff information will be available once final games are played and standings determined. We appreciate the way the kids and coaches have represented MJHS with their enthusiasm for the game. READ MORE >
The MJHS cheerleaders showed off their routine at Mattanawcook Academy last Saturday during high school PVC's. They have their first competition today, January 25th, in Bucksport and another competition on February 1st in Howland. Check out this talented group of girls! As always, thanks to our yearbook editor, Jean Hanington, for the pictures. READ MORE >
On January 10, MJHS hosted its first Wonder League Robotics Competition. Teams have been diligently working to code their robots to complete missions since mid-October. Each team received a score based on how well they completed the missions. The final scores will be submitted to the official Wonder League Robotics Competition in hopes that a team will receive... READ MORE >
Five MJHS staff members were awarded Bailey Grants totaling $53,800! These grants will benefit students by adding opportunities for development programs as they are critical to the long-term success of communities and organizations. Mrs. Bickford was awarded $5000 to provide exposure to arts and culture. Miss Kinkade was awarded $8800 to add critical equipment... READ MORE >