A draft of the FY2021 ESEA Application is available for public comment through July 31, 2020. Please contact Cathy Stankard, Director of Teaching and Learning, with any questions or suggestions. READ MORE >
Please click this link to bring you to the Agenda and supporting documents for the meeting for July 28, 2020 at 6:30 pm via Zoom. You can click here to bring you to the Events page with the Zoom link should you want to join to listen. READ MORE >
Please click on this link in order to fill out the survey regarding fall reopening plans currently in the works. The survey will close to responses on Tuesday July 28, 2020 at 9 am.Thank you! READ MORE >
The District Planning Team met on July 16, 2020 via Zoom. The update from the Superintendent can be read by clicking this link. If you would like to view the recorded meeting, you may do so by clicking here, or another link is in the update. READ MORE >
Please take a moment to review the update from Superintendent Wolfrom summarizing the District Planning Team meeting from July 14, 2020. You can view the recorded video of the meeting here. READ MORE >
Please take a moment to answer the questions on this survey. The Cape Elizabeth School Department is collecting responses regarding parents' commitment to transportation for the fall reopening. The survey will be closed to responses on Monday July 20, 2020 at 9 am. READ MORE >
Please take a moment to read the latest update from Superintendent Wolfrom regarding the District Planning Team Meeting on July 10, 2020. The meeting was recorded, and the link is in the update. READ MORE >
Please take a moment to read the update from Superintendent Wolfrom summarizing today's meeting. READ MORE >
Take a moment to read the release regarding reopening in the fall, from the Maine DOE.Have a great and safe weekend! READ MORE >
The District Planning Team met on Wednesday July 1, 2020 to continue the conversation regarding reopening in the fall. You can view the video of the meeting here. Superintendent Wolfrom's letter summarizing the topics with links to supporting documents can be read here. READ MORE >
Oof, what a spring! Take a look at what our amazing band students, grade 5-12, did 6 weeks ago. We're so proud of them and hope that there are a few mini concerts in your neighborhoods this summer! READ MORE >
Please click here to take the survey regarding the Emergency Remote Learning experience that occurred from March until June 2020.Thank you for your help in improving the model for future use if necessary. READ MORE >
On Tuesday June 23, 2020, the School Board, administrators, and community members came together via Zoom and discussed diversity, equity and inclusion in the Cape Elizabeth School District. All were welcome, the meeting was moderated by the SB Chair, and participants were able to comment and ask questions as the evening progressed. It was a rich and powerful... READ MORE >
The District Planning Team held their first meeting this morning. Please click here to read the update from the Superintendent. This letter also contains the link and password to the recorded video of the meeting, as well as links to supporting documents.As always be safe and well, and have a great weekend. READ MORE >
Dear Parents/Guardians, As the school year comes to an end, I wanted to share some important information/updates with you. CEMS office will be closing 07/02/2020 and re-opening 8/17/2020. Report card information will be open on powerschool on 6/26/2020. This information will be accessible until 7/10/2020.2020/2021 Grade 7 and 8 schedules will be open on... READ MORE >
Students from Cape Elizabeth High School's advanced-placement government class will host a virtual Candidates Night for local state primary candidates on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 beginning at 7 p.m. CETV, Cape Elizabeth's public access channel, will stream the Google Meet event live. Viewers may call-in with questions. CETV will replay the forum and have ... READ MORE >
This summer, Pond Cove Elementary School is partnering with the Maine Department of Education to make summer reading even more fun for our students. Students and families are encouraged to participate in the Read to Ride Summer Reading Challenge! Summer is the perfect time to explore the world through books — learn about topics of interest, escape to real... READ MORE >
Please click here to read the latest update from Superintendent Wolfrom. READ MORE >
Students, Families, Friends, & Community Members of Cape Elizabeth,You are invited to visit the CEHS 2020 Student Art Exhibit now on virtual display. We are honored to celebrate and showcase the creativity and dedication to the Visual Arts of CEHS students. The Annual Cape Elizabeth High School Student Art Exhibit is on display as a virtual, immersive gallery.... READ MORE >
Please read Principal Manjourides letter regarding remote learning reports. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the most recent inductees into the CEHS National Honor Society. These Juniors and Seniors have demonstrated the four pillars of NHS: outstanding scholarship, service, leadership, and character. Congratulations! READ MORE >
Please take a look at CELT's newsletter. READ MORE >
Dear Pond Cove Students and Families, Please take a moment to watch this attached video and celebrate! We are truly impressed with the number of chainlinks students earned before our building closed in March. Best wishes for a wonderful summer. We miss you all! Mr. Manjourides and Mrs. Forrey-Pettit Our Chainlink Celebration! READ MORE >
Please read this letter from Principal Manjourides, Assistant Principal Forrey-Pettit, and Guidance Counselor Gallagher. READ MORE >
Another first! The "Cap and Gown Express" delivered tote bags containing caps and gowns, T-Shirts, masks and scholarship notifications to the members of CEHS Class of 2020. The team that made it happen.... Congratulations to the Class of 2020! READ MORE >
Last day of regular classes .... next week is the resilience project ... then it's summertime and we live in Maine!Thank you everyone and have a great summer! READ MORE >
Please take a moment to read Superintendent Wolfrom's letter regarding the recent events happening across our nation. READ MORE >
Please click here to read the agenda and supporting documents for the upcoming School Board Meeting on June 9th at 6:30 pm. Click this link to join the Zoom meeting. As always, the meeting is open to the public. READ MORE >
In recognition of CPR/AED Awareness Week (6/1-6/7/20), CEMS created this video to celebrate the over 500 students now trained in Hands Only CPR and the use of AEDs. CaPeRSAVESLIVES READ MORE >
Please click here to read the Agenda for the Sub Finance Committee Meeting happening on Thursday June 4th at 10 am. The link to the Zoom Meeting is on the Agenda, or you can click this link. The public is welcome. READ MORE >
While the members of the CEHS Class of 2020 are showing up at school for Chalk Day, the staff of CEHS is releasing this tribute video ... We want our Seniors to know how much we care about you and miss you! Enjoy!Contributors: CEHS StaffCreative, artistic director, editor, producer: Ms. Janna DeWan READ MORE >
Members of the Class of 2020 will continue the CEHS tradition of drawing their future plans (college, work, gap year, etc.) in chalk at the front of the high school. Chalk is available. You must wear a mask!This is a fun tradition, and we are so excited, but we have to remain socially safe. There is a published schedule from 10 am to 6 pm. 8 students per time... READ MORE >
The CEMS chorus wrapped up the year by performing Brighter Days.This song was written by 8th graders Hadley Johnson and Eliza Green. We hope you enjoy it and we're all looking forward to Brighter Days when we can make music together again. And here is the link to youtube. https://youtu.be/O53BgQtyNIo READ MORE >
There was a special guest from Nashville in today's CEHS guitar classes! Musician, composer, arranger, and producer, Scotty Huff visited with Mrs. Lee's guitar classes. Scotty has toured and recorded with artists including Keith Urban, Natalie Cole, The Mavericks, Jake Owen and Toby Keith. Today, he spoke to our high school guitar students about beginning guitar,... READ MORE >
"Quarantine Parody" is Abigail Scifres' submission for a project for Concert Choir. Ms. Lee asked students to create a parody of a song and make it a quarantine theme. They had to determine the theme and feel they wanted to convey and then rewrite the lyrics. Finally, they had to create a video to support their choices for theme. READ MORE >
Due to the cancellation of her Senior Recital, Flutist Sydney McFarland was given the opportunity to perform her program on the stage of Merrill Auditorium for her family. We couldn't be more proud to have a musician like Sydney in the music program! READ MORE >
Vai Monaghan's Remix #2 ~ Mr. Raymond's morning greetings READ MORE >
The annual Gabriel Zimpritch Poetry Symposium was held in a virtual format this year, with 13 students taking part in a day-long writing workshop and evening poetry reading with poet Kwame Dawes. The event is supported through a donation by the Zimpritch family to Thomas Memorial Library, in memory of son Gabe, CEHS Class of '96. Thirteen students took part,... READ MORE >
With students missing their concerts in the spring, we were looking for a way for them to play together, but apart, while bringing the community together with music (from a safe distance of course). What we came up with is the First "Cape Porch Fest!". It is our hope that on THURSDAY, May 21 @ 6:30pm, there will be front porch/driveway/front yard performances... READ MORE >
Students and teachers at the Middle School now have access to the Library's collection of books. Beginning Thursday, May 14th, families may reserve a time to pick up books that have been requested through the Destiny Quest catalog.Interested in borrowing books from our collection? Use the Destiny Quest Guide to create an account on the Cape Elizabeth Middle School... READ MORE >
The annual Gabriel Zimpritch Poetry Symposium was held in a virtual format this year, with 13 students taking part in a day-long writing workshop and evening poetry reading with poet Kwame Dawes. The event is supported through a donation by the Zimpritch family to Thomas Memorial Library, in memory of son Gabe, CEHS Class of '96. Thirteen students took part,... READ MORE >
The end of the year is approaching! You can read the Superintendent's letter here, and find the schedule here!As always, be safe and well! READ MORE >
One of the silver linings that many have discovered in these Covid-19 times is the gift of time- or perhaps reorganized time- that the remote learning and working experience has provided. CEHS Junior Spencer Di Palma is one of those who’s making the best of it. As a participant in the Student Driven Learning program with a focus on music, Spencer has been working... READ MORE >
We've come to the end of Teachers' Appreciation Week, and never have we felt more gratitude towards our teachers than now. Thank you for all of your dedication, compassion and commitment to our families of our community. READ MORE >
The CEMS Hope Garden is in full bloom! Check out the video link: Cape Elizabeth Middle School was once again excited to partner with The Yellow Tulip Project (YTP), as part of our mental health programming, when we celebrated our second Hope Day last Fall on World Mental Health Day. All CEMS students and staff took part in planting a Hope Garden and spreading... READ MORE >
A beautiful moment in our schools to brighten your day!Photo courtesy: Matthew Young READ MORE >
Thank you to our school nurses for the many things you do for our students, our families, and for the district!. You offer a sympathetic ear to listen to student woes, Give them a tissue to wipe a runny nose You use your vast knowledge to diagnose the ills, and Keep to the schedules to administer the pills You teach us all to be safe and take care, Best... READ MORE >
It's Friday - we just finished Week 8 of remote learning. Is that Mr. Raymond featured in Vai's Remix?!? READ MORE >
Our 6th graders are putting together some very creative work during remote learning. See the link and video below to watch a sampling of their innovation!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XaSsuYcQhlw&feature=youtu.be READ MORE >
Great news from Mike Scarpone: A few weeks ago, the Air Force Band (the top tier performing concert band with the US Air Force) held an opportunity for musicians between the ages of 5 and 21. Interested students were asked to submit a video of themselves performing one part of a duet written for their instrument. If their video was selected, the student would be... READ MORE >
We’ve all learned to pivot and adjust in the last few months and that includes the CEHS Mentor program that has continued despite our move to remote interactions. Five 1:1 mentor partnerships that were initiated in the pre-Covid school year have continued under remote guidelines developed in partnership with PCES School Counselor Brianne Gallagher. Weekly mentor... READ MORE >
Guest speakers are always an important part of Ted Jordan's Maine Maritime History class. In April, Chris Cary (CEHS '01) and his wife Billie Cary joined Mr. Jordan's class Google Meet to talk about their areas of expertise. Here Chris is talking about his work with the Port Authority.Billie Cary, shared her experiences with international trade and the Maine... READ MORE >
In recognition of May 1, 2020 being designated National School Lunch Heroes Day, Governor Janet Mills and the Department of Education have created a special thank you video for school nutrition teams, volunteers and all school staff across Maine, who have stepped up during the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure Maine kids have nutritious and healthy meals while learning... READ MORE >
Thank you Cape Elizabeth School Department! “What makes a kiddo so happy? Smiley Face Fries and Corn Dogs! Miss S. is in her happy place! We all are. I'm forever so thankful. I couldn't believe y'all put food together for us over April vacation! “ The Cape Elizabeth School Department, with funding help from the National School Lunch Program, Full Plates, Full... READ MORE >
Please see the information below regarding a great new teen resource offered by NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)-Maine.Lots of things are different right now due to COVID-19, and that can feel overwhelming. Talk about your feelings and get support from another young person. You are not alone! Text us at (207) 515 - 8398. We're here for you every... READ MORE >
The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday April 21, 2020 at 6:30 pm. Apologies, but the prior date was incorrect.The public is welcome at the meeting via Zoom, you can join the meeting here. Please click here to read the Agenda. READ MORE >
Good morning all, For the past 4 weeks, I have been working with students in the jazz program to create this video. I wanted to pick a song that seemed fitting for our times and something that was doable given the circumstances. What you see (and hear) below is the culmination of countless hours of work from all involved. I offered this up to any student in the... READ MORE >
Parents and students, While Friday, April 17 is a scheduled school vacation day on the calendar, I have received a proposal to continue with the regular meeting schedule for that day in an effort to revise the last day of school from Friday, June 19, 2020 to Thursday, June 18. As we approach the end of the school year it is possible that we will be making other... READ MORE >
NAMM Foundation: 2020 Best Communities for Music Education AwardFor the fifth year in a row, the Cape Elizabeth School Department has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from the NAMM Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education. The Best Communities Music Education designation is awarded to districts that... READ MORE >
Please take a moment to read the latest update of the FY21 Budget from Superintendent Wolfrom. READ MORE >
Please take a moment to read the latest letter from Superintendent Wolfrom. READ MORE >
The Cape Elizabeth School Department has been selected as the recipient of the 2020 Dale Huff Outstanding Program Award. The organization was created by founder, Scotty Huff, after his late father, Dale F. Huff, who was a highly respected Maine music educator who believed in a comprehensive K-12 approach to music and performing arts education. The Outstanding... READ MORE >
Good morning everyone. My name is Lisa Boucher Hartman and I am the director of the musical at CEMS. As many of you know, we were supposed to perform Mary Poppins Jr this coming weekend. It has been very heartbreaking to see our hard work fly away like Mary Poppins, especially for the 8th graders, but we have banded together to put this video together. I am so... READ MORE >
Please take a moment to read the latest letter from Superintendent Wolfrom. READ MORE >
During this time, we are asking that if you want to make a donation to the Backpack Program, the service that delivers food to families in need, please send the check to the address below:Backpack Program320 Ocean House RoadCape Elizabeth, ME 04107We thank you in advance for your generosity. READ MORE >
Please click here to read the latest letter from our CEMS School Nurse, Jill Young. READ MORE >
Please click on the corresponding names to read Budget Update #5 and Budget Update #6. The latest Video on the Budget Meeting that was held via ZOOM can be seen here. READ MORE >
Watch Maine students from Gorham show how social distancing can be creative! READ MORE >
When you can't go out and celebrate a birthday during a quarantine, you have a birthday parade! Thanks to PCES Assistant Principal, Sarah Forrey-Pettit for sharing this news segment! READ MORE >
Click here to read some important information about devices from Apple. READ MORE >
Please take a moment to read the latest update from Superintendent Wolfrom. READ MORE >
The Budget Workshop Meeting that was scheduled for March 24, 2020 at 6:30pm is still being held, but will now be accessed through ZOOM video conferencing. It is still open to the public. Password and information regarding joining the tele-conference is forthcoming. You can review the Agenda prior to the meeting by clicking here. READ MORE >
Take a moment to view this video on how germs spread. This can be very resourceful in helping prevent the further spread of COVID-19 within our community. READ MORE >
Click here to read recommendations and resources from the CDC website. As always, be safe and be well. READ MORE >
Please take a moment to read the latest letter from Superintendent Wolfrom. READ MORE >
As our school district moves to online learning to continue to support our students' education, having home internet is more and more important.Spectrum has a program, open to families who meet the criteria, which can provide free home internet service.The program is called Spectrum Internet Assist and is available for households where at least one member is a... READ MORE >
Please take a moment to read the letter from our Nutrition Director, Peter Esposito. READ MORE >
Please take a moment to read the latest letter from Superintendent Wolfrom regarding the COVID-19 update. READ MORE >
Please take a moment to read the letter from Superintendent Wolfrom pertaining important information. READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Staff, and Community Members: Please read the following from the Maine Principals Association Yesterday, Governor Mills had a press conference stating that they are encouraging “Social Distancing.” Because of this, the MPA Board of Directors and Interscholastic Management Committee voted today, March 13, 2020 to delay the start of the... READ MORE >
Please click here to read Superintendent Wolfrom's lasted update on the Coronavirus situation. READ MORE >
At the bottom of the page, another way to stay connected is the CETV link. All of the videos of meetings will live here. Click on the link and you are able to search the subject, whether you're looking for Budget, Building Committee or Regular School Board! READ MORE >
On Tuesday March 10, 2020 at the Regular Business Meeting, the school nurses, Karen Jenkins, Erin Taylor and Jill Young gave a presentation on the safety guidelines and precautions for the coronavirus. You can access the video of their remarks here. READ MORE >
We now have a simple way to recycle dental supplies here at Pond Cove! It works very much like the successful marker recycling program. Please take a moment to watch THIS VIDEO. (It was created by students in Julie Merriam's class and is only 2 minutes and 30 seconds long!) READ MORE >
Please click the link to read Superintendent Wolfrom's latest update on the Coronavirus. READ MORE >
Cape Elizabeth Middle School Drama Presents Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins, Jr. Nearly 60 Cape Elizabeth Middle School students will perform the musical Mary Poppins, Jr. the weekend of April 3 – 5. An enchanting story that is perfect for the entire family, Mary Poppins, Jr. features everyone’s favorite practically perfect nanny in a... READ MORE >
To view the presentation from the March 9, 2020 Electives Open House, click on these links:2020 Arts & Tech Elective Open House 2020 Social Studies Elective Open House READ MORE >
The 2020 Eastern High School Alpine Championships were held March 7-9 at Cannon Mountain in New Hampshire, the Maine team performed extremely well. The Maine boys Alpine team finished 3rd, tying the team's best result at EHSC. The girls team finished 9th. Killian Lathrop of Cape Elizabeth finished on the podium with 3rd place in the combined results (total of... READ MORE >
Please take a moment to read the Budget Update. READ MORE >
Please click here to read the update from Superintendent Wolfrom about the current situation in Maine regarding COVID-19. READ MORE >
We’re pleased to announce the formal launch of the Cape Elizabeth School Department’s new website! Please click here for an overview of the website’s features and location of specific information. To access the website from your mobile device, click here to download the app from the App Store or here to download the app from Google Play. READ MORE >
Tom Kohan is the faculty advisor for the Senior to Senior Program.During Thursdays in March, the hallways and classrooms of CEHS will be populated by students who already have their diplomas. The truth is, they received diplomas several decades ago. Cape Elizabeth High School’s Senior-to-Senior Program, with the help of Cape Community Services, is hosting our... READ MORE >
Seniors Jack Bassett and Genevieve Depke received Citizenship awards at the Western Maine Conference banquet on Thursday evening, March 4 at the Italian Heritage Center in Portland. Principals and athletic administrators at each Western Maine Conference school are asked to nominate two recipients who have demonstrated academic excellence and outstanding citizenship... READ MORE >
Please take a moment to read the letter from Superintendent Wolfrom on the Pandemic Plan. You will find a link on the CESD website that will bring you to the Update Page immediately.Thank you. READ MORE >
The School Board Agenda for the upcoming meeting scheduled for March 10, 2020 can be found here. READ MORE >
Academic Decathlon Team members (left to right): Eric Barber, Zoe Evans, Marco Hansel, Swetha Palaniappan, Joey Labrie & Macgregor FrancisOn Saturday, February 29, 2020, the CEHS Academic Decathlon Team participated in the 2020 Maine Academic Decathlon held at Scarborough High School. The students had previously taken online tests on Social Studies, Science,... READ MORE >
Announcement for RFQ process for School Revolving Renovation Fund Projects: Deadline for all submissions: Friday, February 28, 2020 by 10:00 a.m. On Friday, February 28, 2020, two submissions were received in sealed envelopes. The submissions are proposals from licensed architects and professional engineers. They will be publicly opened on Wednesday,... READ MORE >
As part of our celebration of Black History Month, CEHS is thrilled to host John Graves Productions (JGP): a prominent Philadelphia entertainment company that uses the ARTS to introduce culturally diverse themes to its audiences. This weekend only - see their original production "Black Kid Joy" at CEHS auditorium. The production combines song, dance, music, and... READ MORE >
Please click here to read the Superintendent's update on the Budget. READ MORE >
Ramsey, Caitlin1:50 PM (1 hour ago) Congratulations to the following band students for being accepted to the District I Honors Jazz Festival: Middle School Hadley Johnson, trumpet Sebastian Hesser, trombone Tess Straw, bass High School Kathryne Clay, tenor sax Jack Sands, trombone Zach Merrill, trombone Luke O’Kelly, bass In early April, these... READ MORE >
Last week was the Class B State Championships for Alpine at Black Mountain in Rumford. Our team skied extremely well and took podium spots for both days in individual races. These results allowed the top 15 skiers to move on the Shootouts that were held this Sunday also at Black Mountain, 4 of our athletes made those qualifications. Race results for the Shootouts... READ MORE >
As a pre-vacation treat, Pond Cove students were greeted in the Lobby by 8th grade band students performing brass trios as they entered school this morning. READ MORE >
Please click the link to read our Board Chair, Heather Altenburg's February Newsletter. READ MORE >
It was a bit of a rough start with Friday's weather, but the Cape Delegation made it safely to Boston in time to represent CEHS at the BosMUN XIX Conference! Cape had three first-time delegates, and three seniors who were with us for their final conference. Ranging from topics such as the rise of asymmetrical warfare to climate impacts on low-lying regions, and... READ MORE >
Please take a moment to congratulate your classmates on their wins yesterday! A beautiful day at Shawnee Peak, with the sun shining, our boys and girls raced in Giant Slalom (GS) and Slalom races. Anya Monson, a Freshman, took 2nd place overall in both races. Dana Schwartz, a Sophomore, took third in GS. For the boys, Killian Lathrop, a Senior, took third in GS,... READ MORE >
4th grade students at Pond Cove Elementary School wowed their audience last night under the direction of music teacher, Becky Bean. Students sang and performed with bongos, rhythm sticks, xylophones, and other instruments, showing their knowledge of and skills in various elements of music as aligned with the Maine Learning Results. Thanks to fourth grade teachers... READ MORE >
Please click the links below to see the Agenda and supporting documents for the Building Committee Meeting scheduled for tonight, February 4, 2020, at 6:30 pm in the CEHS Library. https://5il.co/cr28 https://5il.co/cqxp https://5il.co/cqxq READ MORE >
Please click on the links below to view the Agenda for the School Board Meeting on February 11, 2020 at 6:30 pm in Town Council Chambers. https://5il.co/cr0whttps://5il.co/cr0nhttps://5il.co/cr0ohttps://5il.co/cr0phttps://5il.co/cr0q READ MORE >
It was a fun week! We managed to squeeze a lot into a short, 3-day week!"Fun Facts" were posted all over the building. 15 classes (235 students) came to the library to do an "hour of code" in the Python programming language. During Friday's advisory, students in grades 9 - 11 watched a short video "Computer Science Is Changing Everything". Then they participated... READ MORE >
From Principal Jeff Shedd: This has been something of a rebuilding year for the Cape Speech team. The team typically placed within the top four teams in meet after meet, yet I don't believe they took first in any - until the state meet last weekend. In the state meet, the team showed the value of peaking at the right time. They walked away state... READ MORE >
This week, our fifth grade band students had their very first full band rehearsal. With just 11 sectionals classes under their belt, since they started back in September, this was their first time coming together as a band. I'm super proud of their individual and collective hard work and focus. -Caitlin RamseyEnjoy this clip of... READ MORE >
This weekend, the Middle School Jazz rehearsal took place. Six High School students took time away from their weekend to serve as mentors to these young performers. These students were fantastic role models and teachers for the younger musicians. We are very proud of them and so appreciative that they gave up their time on a busy weekend. Here are a few photos: READ MORE >
Budget Update #2 January 21, 2020 “Cape Elizabeth School Department: Open Minds and Open Doors” Cape Elizabeth School Department School Board Budget Goals FY21 Maintain and improve the high quality of education for every student. Careful examination of line items and consideration of the success and... READ MORE >
Staff and Community Members: We need your help to build a strong future for Career and Technical Education (CTE) in Cape Elizabeth and Greater Portland. The Portland Arts and Technology High School (PATHS) and Westbrook Regional Vocational Center (WRVC) have launched a planning process designed to celebrate the success of each school, identify future directions,... READ MORE >
Due to the success of the meeting last night reviewing the Original Requests Budget from each of the CESD Administrators & Department Heads, the overflow meeting that was scheduled for Thursday January 23, 2020 in the CEHS Library is unnecessary and has been cancelled. READ MORE >
On January 29th, our CEHS students will enjoy the culinary musings of Officers Galvan and Estes, along with Chief Fenton as they serve up their feast! Above and beyond the call of duty, indeed! READ MORE >
Happy Monday all, Joanne and I wanted to pass along a quick update from the Music Department regarding several CEHS students! This past weekend, 14 students represented CEHS at the Maine Music Educators District 1 Honors Festival in York. The students worked tirelessly for two days under internationally known educators and collaborated with over 200 students from... READ MORE >
Please click the link below to find the attached agenda for the Special Executive Session for the School Board to be held on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at 5pm on the second floor of Town Hall.A School Board Budget Review Workshop will follow, at the CEHS Library at 6:30 pm the same evening. https://5il.co/cbcr READ MORE >
Budget Update #1 January 14, 2020 The Cape Elizabeth School Department administrators and department heads have been working on the FY21 budget since early December in preparation for their budget presentations which will take place beginning on January 21, 2020 at 5 PM in the library at Cape Elizabeth High School. They have been asked to develop budgets based on... READ MORE >
At last night's School Board meeting, the CEHS Mock Trial team, coaches and faculty were recognized for their achievement at the State Championship. They were also given a Legislative Sentiment by Rep. Anne Carney, and Senator Rebecca Millett. We learned that this is their ninth win in 10 years, congratulations! READ MORE >
Last Thursday Cape Robotics hosted one of its activities of which we are most proud. It's called VEX Robotics League Play. League play involves hosting area schools for "short bursts" of robotics competition, as opposed to the usual full-day Saturday competitions. We can do this because we have the full VEX competition field set up in our lab, and because of a... READ MORE >
Tonight, the School Board will meet in the Town Hall Council Chambers at 6:30 pm. Prior to the meeting, they will be participating in a training in the Jordan Conference Room at 5:00 pm. Please click on the link below to peruse the Agenda and supporting documents that will be discussed at the meeting.https://5il.co/c6bu READ MORE >
New England College sponsors "College Convention 2020" featuring many of the top presidential candidates competing in New Hampshire's first-in-the-nation primary Tuesday February 11, 2020 Students listened to candidates. Amy Klobuchar pitches her qualification and priorities. Students got to ask questions. ... READ MORE >
Please click the link below for the Agenda for the Building Committee Meeting scheduled from 6:30pm - 8:30pm in the CEHS Library tonight.https://5il.co/c4bq READ MORE >
Please click on the link below to review the Agenda for the School Board Regular Business Meeting scheduled for January 14th, 2020.https://5il.co/c4c3 READ MORE >
Come dine at Elsemere BBQ and Grill in South Portland and help fund Cape eSports Club's Spring Season! Eat in or take out food between 4pm to 9pm on Wednesday, January 8th at the South Portland Elsemere located at 448 Cottage Rd, South Portland and they will donate a part of the proceed to the club. We are hoping to expand from one team to around 5 teams this... READ MORE >
Cape High School musicians at the Maine music educators jazz all state honors festival.Kathryne Clay (front row left playing sax) in the Jazz band under the direction of Don Zentz from the Douglas Anderson school for the performing arts in Florida. Seniors Jack Sands and Zach Merrill as well as Sophomore Alex Ecker in the Honors band under the direction of Steve... READ MORE >
Heather Altenburg, our new School Board Chair has written her first Newsletter. Please find the link below to read it in its entirety.https://5il.co/c205 READ MORE >
The Building Committee Meeting is scheduled from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm in the MS Cafetorium. Please click the link to find the Agenda.https://5il.co/c1rc READ MORE >
A special thanks go out to the Cape Elizabeth School Department bus drivers who did such an amazing job getting our students home during the snow event on Tuesday! Their dedication to safety and their concern for our students is awesome! Be sure to thank your bus driver when you see them! READ MORE >
Egypt Week! This week the third grade students in Julie Merriam’s and Kate Zeller’s third grade classes engaged in an exciting study of Egypt, learning about scale and using multiplication squares as they built pyramids, comparing weather conditions in Cape Elizabeth and Cairo, building boats to test strengths and weaknesses, studying fashion as it relates to... READ MORE >
Earlier this morning, SRO Galvan and other high school staff members spread holiday cheer by handing out donuts and hot chocolate to students as they arrived to school. We have received several reports that SRO Galvan utilized the “two for me, one for you” method of donut distribution. Stay tuned for case updates... Photo Credit- Michele Lawsure READ MORE >
During the week of December 16th-23rd Cape Elizabeth staff and community will have an opportunity to beta test the new Cape Elizabeth School Department website. This site is still being developed so some information will be missing, but we would like you to go in and check out the site for navigation ease and information/heading locations. Please complete and... READ MORE >
Musicians at Work launched it’s 2019-20 season with a performance by CEHS Junior Spencer DiPalma who travelled to Pond Cove to play several songs for one of Becky Bean’s first grade music classes. After Spencer played, students had a chance to ask several questions like “How long have you been playing?”….about a year and a half, “How many guitars do you... READ MORE >
The HUB at CEHS now offers internship opportunities for Juniors and Seniors interested in making connections between classroom learning and the workplace. Building on the enthusiastic response to the Cape Partnerships for Education initiative, the HUB works with local professionals to develop frameworks for fixed length, unpaid internships in a variety of fields.... READ MORE >
The Cape Elizabeth eSports Club will be participating in their first competition Tuesday, October 29th at 4pm. The first competition that the club is participating in is League of Legends via PlayVS. You can come and watch at the Achivevement Center, watch on CETV Channel 1302, or over CETV's live stream (Apple TV and Roku instructions here). The match will be... READ MORE >
Please join us in the Town Council Chambers August 6, 2019 from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm for an opportunity to have your voice heard. The architects and engineers from Colby Company, LLC Engineering & Design along with Scott Simons Architects will be available for rare one-on-one sessions. Come with questions or concerns you may have about our School Buildings. This... READ MORE >