Pool-Testing will begin Sept. 23 & 24 in RSU 10 Schools
There seems to be some confusion over the use of Pool-Testing.
1) Anyone and Everyone can and should sign up – WHY?
2) It allows the person NOT to quarantine – even in a positive “Pool” group - if individually testing negative – Regardless…
a. Regardless if vaccinated
b. Regardless if a close contact in the classroom, playground, lunchroom, bus, sports team, etc.
c. Regardless if you were in a close group with a positive case
3) It is a simple cotton swab (self-administered) in the nose – once per week.
4) If group comes back positive – individual confidential test with school nurse.
PLEASE – return the consent forms https://5il.co/xr29 and https://5il.co/xr28 to participate.
Contact your school nurse or check out this https://www.maine.gov/doe/sites/maine.gov.doe/files/inline-files/School%20Testing%20FAQ%208.23.21%20FINAL.pdf
with questions.
**This is funded through the State of Maine – NOT local tax dollars**
This notification is to let parents and families know that based on the specifics of a positive COVID case, you may or may not receive a personal phone call or message regarding your child. We will be using our automated system to notify parents. This will help notify the necessary individuals in a timely and efficient manner. You will continue to receive written documentation from the school.
Please see this September 14 COVID information from BJSHS https://tinyurl.com/y2trpfm5
Please see the COVID-19 Flowchart at this link -- https://5il.co/yxnm.
Thank you,
RSU 10 Administration & Nurses
Good morning. Unfortunately a shortage of available bus drivers will cause delays in the morning bus schedule in the Nezinscot Region. The impacted bus runs include the Dinosaur, Deer, Duck, and Cow buses. Many students picked up will be later than usual, possibly much later.
Students can apply for financial aid for the 2022-23 academic year beginning on October 1, 2021. To learn more about Virtual Financial Aid Sessions offered by Finance Authority of Maine (FAME), follow this link https://tinyurl.com/2ccsze67.
Notice for Tuesday, September 14th: Due to a bus driver shortage in the Nezinscot Region, RSU 10 will combine the Duck and Dino afternoon bus runs on the afternoon of Tuesday, September 14. You may see a delay in your students' return home that day.
Please join us to reduce quarantining and sign up for Pool Testing today.
As soon as we have at least five(5) people/students consenting for pool testing participation in any classroom or grouping we will be able to begin Pool Testing for that group and those participating would ONLY be required to quarantine IF they test positive themselves. This includes those ALREADY vaccinated. Please consult your School Nurse with additional questions.
Below are the two (2) consent forms that must be completed for participating in Pool Testing
https://5il.co/xr29
https://5il.co/xr28
You can also get a hard copy of these forms in any school office.
Please see this updated September 7 COVID notice https://tinyurl.com/nhy5xwtz
Please see the BJSHS COVID notice at https://tinyurl.com/yny45nwe
BJSHS is hosting a COVID-19 vaccination clinic at 9:00 am on Thursday September 9th. The clinic for the 2nd dose will be available at the school on September 30. These are optional clinics. Participating students will need to bring a signed permission form, which has previously been sent home, and is also available in the main office. This clinic is sponsored by RSU 10 and Rumford Hospital. Contact the school at 336-2151 with questions.
OPEN HOUSE at Buckfield Jr/Sr High School
Thursday, September 2 from 6:00 - 7:30
For more information, visit https://tinyurl.com/sbpyefv8
RSU 10 is looking for Bids for Snow removal in the Buckfield School Region. Plowing , snow removal, and spring sand clean up of Hartford Sumner Elementary School, Buckfield Junior Senior High school and the Buckfield Bus garage will be included.
Please visit BJSHS, HSES, RSU 10 Central , or download the forms online: https://bit.ly/2WK1RAj and https://bit.ly/3zA2SJH. All bids are due on September 30th, 2021 at the Superintendent's office.
Please see the following information regarding Pooled Testing.
https://www.rsu10.org/o/rsu10/page/things-to-know-about-pooled-testing
Welcome Back to School 2021 - Please see message at this link:
https://5il.co/xhnm
Please read the latest RSU 10 update at this link:
https://5il.co/w92m
Please see the BJSHS COVID notice https://tinyurl.com/9j9phapv
Beginning Tuesday, July 20, 2021, RSU 10 will be following the latest update we received last week from Maine DOE:
Per the US CDC order related to transportation all people on public or private school-provided transport, including buses and vans, are required to wear a mask.
Masks will be available as you get on RSU 10 transportation. Please comply with this "CDC Order". You may also choose to use your own transportation.
Hope everyone is enjoying summertime!!
Deb
Please see this BJSHS COVID notice. https://tinyurl.com/928bm2jm
It's time to register for fall athletics! Remember if you have registered for a sport in the past, you use the username and password you created previously. DO NOT CREATE A NEW ONE. If you have never register before you will need to create a username and password. You will also need a picture of your insurance card and a current physical ( within 2 years). If you have any questions please reach out to Ms. Sirois in the athletic office or email her at csirois@rsu10.org. Here is the link to register: https://bjshs-ar.rschooltoday.com