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 >
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 >
What's Happening May 31,... 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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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! 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 >
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 >
I am excited to inform you of another FREE opportunity. Ritual Art of Wellness, a local Cape business owned by Jacyln Gallo, a Pond Cove parent, is offering FREE 30 minute yoga classes to our CEMS students on Fridays at 1:00 pm. Classes start today! This is optional. Students may attend none, one, or all of the classes provided. I had the pleasure of taking a... 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 >
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 >
The School Board will be conducting a Special Business Meeting on April 28, 2020 at 6:30 pm via Zoom. The Board welcomes the public, you can click here to join. Please read the Agenda here. 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 >
What's Happening March 31,... 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 >
What's HappeningMarch 16, 2020 Letter from the Presidents Dear Parents, It is crazy what a difference a week can make! As always the MSPA... 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 >
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 >
To view the presentation from the March 9, 2020 Elective Open House, click on the links below:2020 Arts & Tech Elective Open House2020 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 >
Twenty of our 6th grade students represented CEMS as members of the District I Honors Band and Chorus at Gorham High School on Saturday. These students prepared their music for six weeks prior to the festival and then this weekend, they finally got the chance to put it all together with other 6th grade students from all over the region. The festival ended with a... 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 >
On Friday and Saturday, 30 of our 7th and 8th grade band and chorus students represented CEMS at the Maine Music Education Association's District 1 7/8 Honors Festival. For two days, under the direction of guest conductors, the students worked tirelessly in collaboration with over 150 students from across the region. The festival culminated in a performance at... 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,... 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 >
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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 >
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/cr2q 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/cr0w https://5il.co/cr0n https://5il.co/cr0o https://5il.co/cr0p https://5il.co/cr0q READ MORE >
The CEMS Lost & Found collection will be packed up to be given to a local charity on Thursday, February 13th. Please stop by prior to the 13th and check out the Lost & Found for any items your child may be missing! READ MORE >
Please click the link below to find the Agenda for the upcoming School Board Meeting on February 11, 2020 in Town Council Chambers at 6:30 pm.https://5il.co/cqpj 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 >
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 >
We are VERY excited to announce that this year's CEMS musical will be Mary Poppins Jr! The show will take place the weekend of April 3, 4, 5. Auditions will be held on January 17th and 22nd and all grades are welcome to participate. Lisa Boucher Hartman will direct/choreograph, Mr. Price will be the Technical Director and Jackie Grigg will be Musical Director.... 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 >
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 >
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JJ Schultzel wins $300 Halftime Booster Shoot sponsored by Taylor, McCormack and Frame. JJ made a free throw, a 3-point shot and half-court shot to win the $300.Congratulations JJ! 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 >
We are delighted to have moved into our new space inside the former snack bar in the CEMS Gym Lobby. Please stop by and visit us any time. Our curriculum centers on the L.A.U.N.C.H. Cycle, a Design Thinking Framework created by Jon Spencer and A.J. Juliani. As they create their projects, students follow the six L.A.U.N.C.H. steps. Look, Listen and LearnAsk... READ MORE >