April 15, 2025

Dear Troy Howard Parents and Guardians,

Happy Spring! Well, it’s supposed to be spring—even if the weather hasn’t quite caught on yet!

Seventh graders wrapped up the third quarter with a day of outdoor celebration in the garden. Students

participated in sap boiling, sampled syrup on freshly made pancakes, tried pizzas from the new Cobb pizza oven,

enjoyed tea blends, and helped with a campus clean-up. It was a bright and beautiful day, and a big success

thanks to the dedication of our incredible teachers and staff. Thank you to everyone who made it possible!

The cast and crew of Peter Pan Jr. delivered a fantastic weekend of performances, showcasing impressive talent

and teamwork. Congratulations to all involved, and a special thank you to Ms. Joy and the many volunteers who

helped bring this production to life.

Looking ahead:

● April 30th (Early Release Day): We’ll be hosting an assembly with a special guest from Teen Truth, an

organization focused on empowering student voices and creating a culture of belonging. You can learn

more at teentruth.net.

● May 6th & May 8th: Students will participate in the Maine Through Year Assessments (NWEA).

● May 9th–16th: Troy Howard will join the Life Happens Outside Challenge! We’ll earn points for time spent

outdoors, both individually and as a school. The top school wins a $1,000 prize! Learn more at

teenstotrails.org.

Upcoming Events – More Info Coming Soon:

● A Night of Broadway – June 4

● 5th Grade Step-Up Day – June 16 (Parent Night TBD)

● 8th Grade Celebration – June 12

● 8th Grade Step-Up Day – June 16

● Various field trips and more!

Thank you for your continued support—we’re looking forward to an exciting and active end to the school year!

Warmly,

Alta Seekins, Principal

Bruce Bailey, Assistant Principal