A MESSAGE FROM DR. PIKUL

Dear Maine East Families, 

Thank you for a fantastic start to the 22-23 school year!  It has been an absolute pleasure to meet many of your students this week.  Our staff is thrilled to have your students back in the building.  This week, students in all grades had the opportunity to meet their teachers, attend their advisory, learn about our student expectations and have fun with their peers.  We look forward to enjoying all of the wonderful activities and athletics that the fall season brings.  

Please save the date for our “Meet the Teacher” event on Thursday, September 1st from 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.  We will be offering special sessions in multiple languages to learn more about your student’s experience at Maine East beginning at 6:00 p.m.  Watch for more information to come on this great event! 

As your students settle into the new school year, please keep in mind that daily attendance is the most critical aspect of a successful school year.  Maine East has so many opportunities to share with your students.  Our staff cares deeply about supporting your students in making plans for their future.  We appreciate your partnership in getting your students to school, on time each day so that we can best support their goals.  

I look forward to meeting you at Meet the Teacher Night on Thursday, September 1st.  Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions.  Enjoy your weekend!

IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES

August 29 - Yearbook Pictures for Freshmen Students

(Photos taken during PE classes)

August 30 - Yearbook Pictures for Sophomore Students

(Photos taken during PE classes)

August 31 - Yearbook Pictures for Junior Students

(Photos taken during PE classes)

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September 1 - Half Day for Students

September 1 - Meet the Teacher Night 6:00 pm-8:30 pm

September 2 - Half Day for Students

September 5 - Labor Day - NO SCHOOL

September 7 - D207 College Fair @Maine East 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

September 8 & 9 - Senior Portraits Make-up Days 3 pm - 9 pm

September 12-16 - Senior Portraits Make-up Days 3 pm - 9 pm

CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION

ENGLISH

FINE ARTS

MATHEMATICS

MULTILINGUAL & WORLD LANGUAGES

SCIENCE

SOCIAL SCIENCE

SPECIAL EDUCATION

STUDENT & FAMILY SERVICES

Gretel

Maine East would like to welcome Gretel, our new certified therapy dog. Gretel's handler is Amy Allen, who is a school counselor at Maine East. Gretel is a 1 ½-year-old white shepherd. She has a gentle disposition and enjoys meeting new people but can be a bit shy at times.

This is the 7th year that Maine East has had a therapy dog, and we are excited to continue this tradition and provide this support for our students. Gretel will primarily be with Ms. Allen in her office, and she will be communicating more information to her caseload and families to ensure that students are accommodated if they have any limitations around dogs. 

TRANITION PROGRAM

SUPPORT STAFF

STUDENT LUNCH INFORMATION

There are many dining options in the Maine East cafeteria which offer students a variety of foods at different stations. 

• Crust - Pizza and Bosco Sticks
• Bread & Bowl - Paninis, Wraps, Deli Sandwiches
• Grill - Hamburgers, Cheeseburgers, Chicken Sandwiches, French Fries
• Hemispheres - Daily Specials, Soup (seasonal)
• Grab-n-Go - Premade Sandwiches and Salads

Meals can be purchased ala carte, or as a Blue Demon Meal which includes an entrée, fruit, vegetable, and a choice of water or milk. The Blue Demon Meal is

a budget-friendly and complete meal option that is available to all students. The Blue Demon Meal is highlighted in blue on menus posted in the cafeteria lines, and is the approved meal option for students participating in the Free/Reduced Lunch Program.