The students of Downeast School and Vine Street School recently learned about kente cloth, a traditional African textile, during their Art class with Ms. Pratt in honor of Black History Month. Kente cloth comes from a textile practice that originated in Ghana centuries ago. The fabric has come to Read More
News
Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration
Dear Downeast School Families, The Downeast School will be registering students for Pre-K and Kindergarten from 4-6 pm on Tuesday, February 9, 2021. This registration is for the 2021-2022 school year. When you arrive at Downeast on February 9, you will receive a packet to complete. If you Read More
Downeast Early Release Day
A reminder that January 27th is an early release day. Downeast students will be dismissed at 12:00 noon. Read More
An Update on Masks
A Maine CDC Update During mask breaks, individuals: Must be stationary, ideally seated – or standing still if outdoors. Mask breaks should no longer take place during free-play/recess. Must be at least 6 feet from one another Should be facing the same direction Should not engage in Read More
Parent Teacher Conferences
Parent/Teacher conferences are being scheduled for November 23 and 24. If you have not received a date and time for your conference, please call the school at 941-6240. We are looking forward to sharing your child's educational progress with you. Read More
Snow Day Update
October 2020 Dear Downeast School Families, Beginning this year, when schools close due to inclement weather, students are expected to continue their education at home by working on learning packets. These learning packets have been developed by classroom teachers and specialists. Your Read More
Change in remote attendance expectations for grades PreK-3.
October 13, 2020 Dear Families of Remote Learners, I would like to first take this opportunity to thank you for your patience and support during quarter one of remote learning. These are unusual times that include pathways that are not familiar. I would also like to inform you of a change Read More
Picture Day for Remote Learners
Today, September 17, 2020, is picture day for Downeast students in the remote learning pathway. Pictures will be taken from 12:30-1:30. Read More
Drop Off and Pick Up Procedures
Please open the attached link to view the drop off and pick up procedures at Downeast: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PLpYXad1tI0L-9iuuWLfRaa-1mbCTOp-aki39SSCzFk/edit Read More
Downeast Virtual Open House
Click here to watch the virtual open house. Read More