Citizenship Ceremony

Dear Students,

I am incredibly proud of you today.  This morning's ceremony represented our district's commitment to recognize and appreciate diversity in ideas and people, symbolized by our core values of respect and compassion.  

I would first like to thank the members of the civil rights team.  After enduring a challenging year of divisive politics in our nation, this group of students rose to the challenge.  They took the initiative to create an organization that would foster respect and appreciation for all rights and beliefs at Yarmouth High School.   

As part of her CEP experience, Paige Reinfelder sought to bring a U.S. citizenship ceremony  to Yarmouth High School, recognizing the impact and significance of witnessing this tremendous event.   Under the direction of advisor Mrs. Deb Johannsen, members of the civil rights team worked tirelessly to put together today's ceremony.  I would also like to thank Claire Scott, Tommy Ishimwe, Erik Borda, Jack Jones, Kyaira Grondin, Skylar Bennett, Annabelle Adams-Beyea, Kim Fuller, Tommy Ishimwe, Ellie Lowenstein, Avi Singh, Avery May, Lulu Rasor, Zach Mogul-Campbell, Alex Hall, Emily Corson, and Abby Van Lonkhuyzen for their efforts.

Next, I would like to thank members of our chamber choir for their performances of the National Anthem and America the Beautiful.  These musical performances were tremendously inspiring as they so powerfully complemented this morning's message of unity.

There is always a great deal of work behind the scenes with any performance, and we are indebted to our director of facilities Bruce Bickford and his crew of Bob Doran, Jeff Decker, and our own students Nolan Hegarty, Jonny Torres, Matt Sanborn, Ben Cox-Faxon, Ashanti Haywood, and Tony Cleaves for braving the cold and assisting with parking.  We would also like to thank bus drivers Kathy Darling and Scott Thompson for their help with the shuttle service.   

Next, today's event would not have happened without the technical assistance of Michael Belley and Isabelle Dow in the YPAC.  Mrs. Young and Mrs. Hamilton furthermore provided the technological support to stream today's ceremony, allowing many more to view today's events.    

Finally, I would like to thank each and everyone of you.  Without hesitation, you volunteered to park, ride, or walk in order to make room for our guests today.  More importantly, you were exceptionally respectful during today's prestigious ceremony.  You should be proud to hold your head high as Clippers who were united together in welcoming thirty-one new citizens to our country.  

--

Eric P. Klein

Principal

Yarmouth High School

December 3rd Parent Note

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Celebrations continue at YHS, as our robotics team recently qualified for the upcoming state championships by winning the Cape Elizabeth tournament last weekend.   Congratulations to Aaron Densmore, Sean Moore, Eli Anderson, Emmett Herr, Jackson Rollins, Philip Bock, Simon Whitaker, and William Lenardson.  

We would also like to recognize the efforts of seniors Cate Ralph and Harland Nadeau, who recently secured a grant from EcoMaine to reduce Yarmouth High School's carbon footprint with a more efficient recycling program in the cafeteria.   

Additionally, Sam Marjerison was named a 2018 National YoungArts Foundation honorable mention winner in the cinematic arts.

This week our music programs will celebrate the holiday season with an Instrumental Concert on Tuesday December 5th and a Choral Concert on Wednesday December 6th.  Both concerts begin at 7 pm.  As we approach the middle of the quarter, Progress Reports will be available on Wednesday December 6th.

We are very excited to share another important celebration with you.  Working with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, the Civil Rights Team has organized a Naturalization Ceremony at Yarmouth High School on Thursday December 7th.  Our guests will be receiving Certificates of Naturalization after taking their official Oaths of Allegiance. Since parking will be tight, we will be asking all students and staff to carpool as a bus shuttle service will be available at the Exit 15 Park and Ride.  More information can be found here.  

WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA Veterans Honor Parade - Sunday, December 10th (approximate arrival of the convoy is between 6:00 and 6:30pm). The Yarmouth Community is invited to show support and appreciation for our Veterans and their families by welcoming the convoy carrying the wreaths to be laid at Arlington National Cemetery.   The Patriot Guard Riders, along with Yarmouth Police and Fire Departments, will escort the parade along Route 115 under a 600-square foot American Flag supported by Ladder Trucks

Use of Tylenol or Advil in School - A reminder from the school nurse that due to district policy, medications such as Tylenol or Advil cannot be administered without parent permission.  The policy is in place to protect any students with underlying conditions that prevent them from taking such medications.  If you would like your child to be able to take an OTC pain reliever at school, please go to the Emergency/Medical Tab in Powerschool and select the option that best suits your student's needs.  Remember to hit "submit" at the bottom of the page in order to save any changes.  The link to the district's policy is listed here.

Clipper Honors - Honor an educator this holiday season!  The Clipper Honors program provides an opportunity for parents & students to thank, honor or congratulate an educator through a donation to the Yarmouth Education Foundation. It's a way to recognize any staff member in our schools who has had a positive impact on your child's life.  All Clipper Honors recipients receive a certificate of appreciation indicating that a donation of an undisclosed amount has been made to YEF in their name. Clipper Honors donations are accepted throughout the year.  During the holiday season, Clipper Honors donations of $25.00 or more will include your honoree's custom certificate of appreciation and a sampler box of six delicious chocolates-exclusively made by Wilbur's of Maine.

Best regards -- Eric Klein and Amy Bongard, YHS Administrative Team

YHS Student Performance

Seniors Nick Prato and Meghan Smith performing Vance Joy's My Kind of Man at Wednesday's assembly.