December 30, 2025

Dear RSU 74 Board Members,

As December rolled in students embraced the wintery weather with enthusiasm, bundling up, heading outside, playing in the snow, and making the most of every day.

The CCS PTO kicked off the month by selling candy grams and bracelets during morning arrival. Thanks to their efforts, students were able to spread holiday cheer to friends and staff, with bracelets and candy canes delivered on Thursday, December 18.

Mrs. Pease’s seventh grade quilt project concluded with great success. Students met their fundraising goal, raising enough money to purchase a yearbook for every eighth-grade student. This project continues to be a meaningful example of community, generosity, and student-led giving.

Continuing the spirit of giving, on Wednesday, December 17, elementary teachers and staff transformed the CCS library into the annual holiday student shopping event. This tradition provides all K–5 students the opportunity to purchase gifts for family members. Students from JMG volunteered their time to help wrap the many gifts selected by our young shoppers, making the event a true community effort.

The CCS and CHS partnered Holiday Food Drive was another highlight of the month, collecting just over 550 pounds of food to support three local food pantries. A special thank you goes to Ms. Heidi Tolman from CCS and Ms. Sarah Lent from CHS for their collaboration and dedication in making this event so impactful for the community.

Mrs. Day held the first student leadership lunch meeting of the year, inviting all sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students who applied to participate. We are excited to see the ideas, energy, and positive contributions this leadership team will bring to CCS in the months ahead.

Looking ahead, our Winter Music Concert, featuring Elementary Band & Chorus and Middle School Band, Chorus, and Modern Rock, will be held on Tuesday, January 27. We are also excited to host nationally recognized speaker and performer Jason Tardy on January 14, for his anti-bullying program, Stand Up! Stand Out! In addition to student sessions during the school day, he will offer an evening presentation for students, families, and board members focused on practical strategies for reinforcing anti-bullying efforts at home.

December was a month filled with generosity, celebration, and community spirit. As we move into the new year, Carrabec Community School remains committed to fostering a warm, supportive, and engaging environment for all students.

Sincerely,

Geoffrey Case