An individual associated with Harrison Middle School who was at the school last week tested positive for COVID-19 this week. Based on Maine CDC’s investigation, and because of the amount of time that passed between the individual being at the school and becoming symptomatic, Maine CDC has informed us that this is not a school-related case, that our staff and... READ MORE >

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a program that makes all designated school meals – to all students aged 18 and younger – FREE through December 31, 2020. This is a great way to provide your child with healthy meals at school at no cost to your family. Through this program, we are able to provide free meals as follows: · ... READ MORE >

The following notice is intended to provide clarity to Yarmouth Schools policy regarding staff and students returning to school after traveling outside of Maine. Previously, we had indicated that anyone traveling back home from another state must quarantine for 14 days or provide documentation of a negative COVID-19 PCR swab test. To determine the need for... READ MORE >

Instructional staff throughout the district have wrapped up their formal trainings and finished preparing their classrooms and offices in anticipation of the arrival of our students on Tuesday, September 8. As we look ahead to that day, we want to update you and remind you of a few items of importance: If you are dropping your child at school, or having them... READ MORE >

During the COVID-19 pandemic, CDC guidelines limit seating on our buses to one student per seat, with the exception that household members may sit together. This reduces the capacity of our buses by more than 50% and places a significant strain on our ability to pick up and deliver all students in a timely manner each day. As we look to reopen schools next week... READ MORE >

In order to reopen our schools to in-person instruction this month, we are required by the Maine Department of Education (MDOE) to adhere to a wide range of guidelines to protect the health and safety of each student and staff member in our schools. Those guidelines are summarized in the Reopening Schools Framework on the MDOE website. One of the critical... READ MORE >

On July 30, the Yarmouth School Committee adopted the Hybrid I model for the first month of the school year (September 8 - October 2), so long as the Maine Department of Education continues to identify Cumberland County as a "green" or "yellow" county in its school advisory system. In this model, students will be split into two cohorts and will attend school... READ MORE >

On Thursday, August 13, Superintendent of Schools, Andrew Dolloff presented to the Yarmouth School Committee his third update of the plans to reopen schools in the fall of 2020. The "Hybrid I" plan adopted by the School Committee on July 30 will see each child attending school two days per week and participating in remote learning three days per week from... READ MORE >

On Thursday, July 30, the Yarmouth School Committee voted to adopt the conceptual plan for reopening schools presented by Superintendent of Schools, Andrew Dolloff. This plan has been designed with the ideals of safety, equity, flexibility, and excellence of instruction at its core, meeting the Maine Department of Education (MDOE) expectation that local schools... READ MORE >

The Yarmouth School Department is planning for the reopening of schools in the fall of 2020. As part of our planning, we are hoping to provide you with a “Remote Option,” in which your child would attend school in a fully virtual setting through December 22. If this option is of interest to you, please read further. If you decide to enroll your child in the... READ MORE >

On Thursday, July 16, Superintendent of Schools, Andrew Dolloff, presented to the School Committee the proposed options for reopening Yarmouth Schools in the fall. Over 100 attendees participated in the virtual meeting, with many taking advantage of the opportunity to share their thoughts and ask questions about the plan. The proposal includes reopening plans on... READ MORE >

Yarmouth's school budget was approved by the voters during a town-wide referendum on July 14. To read more about the budget, you may check out this link. READ MORE >

On Thursday, June 25, Superintendent of Schools, Andrew Dolloff, presented the framework the Yarmouth School Department will follow to develop reopening plans for the 2020 school year. During the presentation, Dr. Dolloff reiterated that it is the administration's desire to provide for a full reopening of schools, but that a prudent approach is to also prepare for... READ MORE >

On Thursday, June 25, Superintendent of Schools Andrew Dolloff proposed to the School Committee the formation of an Equity Task Force comprised of more than two dozen members of our school community. This Task Force will work to promote inclusion, identify systemic inequities, and illuminate all forms of institutional bias in the Yarmouth Schools pertaining to... READ MORE >

If you have a problem with your school-issued device this summer, please fill out the YSD Tech Support form. Someone from the Technology Department will connect with you to resolve the issue. READ MORE >

It has recently been brought to our attention that a candidate for Yarmouth Town Council has placed the Yarmouth Clippers (“YC”) logo on a number of campaign signs. We have fielded several questions from community members about whether the School Department approved this use of our logo, and whether we are endorsing this candidate. The School Department has not... READ MORE >

The Yarmouth Town Council voted to send the School Department's proposed FY21 budget to referendum on July 14. The polls will be open at Yarmouth High School from 6:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Voters should park in the rear lot, accessed from Portland Street. Absentee ballots are also available from Yarmouth Town Hall. Read more about the proposal on our Finance... READ MORE >

The June 11 meeting of the Yarmouth School Committee meeting has been cancelled in order to allow members of the Committee, as well as the administration and members of the public, to attend the newly-scheduled Town Council meeting. The Council will be voting upon the proposed School Department budget at 7:00 p.m. that evening. The meeting will be held via Go To... READ MORE >

Superintendent of Schools Andrew Dolloff sent a letter to each family and staff member in the district last week, denouncing the racial injustice that is pervasive throughout the United States. As part of that notice, Dr. Dolloff stated the following, which serves as the Yarmouth School Department's position on racism and those who are taking a stand against it: ... READ MORE >

In the fall of 2020, Yarmouth Schools will be tasked with reopening school facilities and providing classroom-based instruction and school-based programming in the wake of – or in the ongoing midst of – the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. In order to ensure the safety and well-being of all students, staff, and visitors to the schools, a School Reopening... READ MORE >

Good day – The April break is wrapping up and, although it is unlikely that any of you enjoyed the vacation plans you had originally scheduled, I am hopeful that a few days away from Google Chats, video lectures, and on-line lessons gave students and staff (and parents) a chance to relax, recharge, and prepare for the final dash to the end of the school year. As... READ MORE >

The Yarmouth School Department was chosen to receive a grant of $60,000 from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to help replace three older school buses, replacing older equipment with newer buses or engines that emit less diesel exhaust. The Yarmouth School Department bus fleet in Maine, along with one community each in Connecticut and Rhode... READ MORE >

April 8, 2020Good evening: I am sure many of you read this morning’s newspaper and saw an announcement by Maine’s Commissioner of Education, encouraging schools in the State to begin planning for distance learning through the end of the current school year. It has been clarified this evening that the intent of that message was to effectively close all schools to... READ MORE >

In a further effort to encourage proper social distancing in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Yarmouth School Department and the Town of Yarmouth are closing all athletic fields, playing courts, playgrounds, and picnic pavilions until further notice. The Town's walking paths and trails remain open for use by those practicing proper social... READ MORE >

On March 31, Maine Governor Janet Mills issued a declaration closing all Maine school facilities until Friday, May 1. With this announcement, classroom based instruction is now scheduled to resume at Yarmouth Schools on Monday, May 4. As things evolve rapidly, the following schedule may help you keep things organized for your family: Schools closed, distance... READ MORE >

The Yarmouth School Department school closure in response to the threat of COVID-19 is being extended until Monday, April 27. This decision is based on the fact that the Maine Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has identified Cumberland County as an area experiencing “community transmission” of the disease and the US CDC and Maine Department of Education both... READ MORE >

We are working to help families who do not have high-speed internet at home get connected at no cost to the family. If you are in need of internet connectivity so your child can access online learning platforms from the Yarmouth Schools, we are pleased to offer two options: 1. Call 1-844-488-8395 and speak with Charter/Spectrum about their offer for free Wi-Fi... READ MORE >

Many parents and staff are concerned that some in the community may not understand the call for “social distancing” as we respond to the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. There is a sense that students may want to gather in groups, hold playdates and sleepovers, roam the neighborhood, go out to eat with friends, or continue to engage in other social activities that are... READ MORE >

With the move to distance learning days beginning on March 17, the Yarmouth School Department is committed to providing students with proper nutrition for the duration of the school closure. Working with Yarmouth Community Services, we have opened the summer meal service site at 1 Juniper Drive in Yarmouth, off Route 295. The lunch van will be parked by the... READ MORE >

The following is a letter from Dr. Andrew Dolloff, Superintendent of Schools:Good evening – I am writing to inform you that the Yarmouth School Department will be closed starting Monday, March 16 until Friday, March 27, with decisions on potential longer closures to be made at that time. On Monday, staff will report to work as usual and will participate in... READ MORE >

March 13, 2020 Good evening– It has been another busy day working with local officials and reviewing information from the Maine CDC and Maine Department of Education (DOE) as we consider decisions pertaining to coronavirus. I am writing this afternoon to confirm for you that the status of the Yarmouth Schools has not changed since last evening. We continue... READ MORE >

Good afternoon:As you have been made aware, the Yarmouth School Department has been preparing for the impact of coronavirus (COVID 19) for the past several weeks. With news of this global pandemic rapidly evolving, it is important that our response remain flexible and that our communications are plentiful. Moments ago, Governor Mills announced the first... READ MORE >

March 6, 2020 This message provides an update on the Yarmouth School Department’s work as we respond to rapidly evolving information regarding COVID-19 (coronavirus). We are monitoring the changing circumstances and continue to rely on guidance from the Maine CDC and Maine Department of Education as we consider the many challenges that are created by those... READ MORE >

In this letter to the school community, Superintendent Andrew Dolloff provided information about the School Department's preventative approach to the potential of a coronavirus outbreak. READ MORE >

Construction will be starting soon at Yarmouth Elementary School and Harrison Middle School. Arthur C. Dudley Contractors have been hired as the builders to oversee this extensive project, and they are scheduled to begin work during February vacation week. Erection of fencing will take place on Saturday, February 15, with tree removal and site preparation... READ MORE >

Superintendent of Schools Andrew Dolloff presented his proposed Fiscal Year 2021 budget to the School Committee on February 27 in a televised workshop meeting at the Log Cabin. The School Committee will hold a second workshop on February 3 before considering the budget for a first reading on February 5. Dr. Dolloff's proposed budget is explained in narrative... READ MORE >

Arthur C. Dudley Contractor has been awarded the bid for major renovation and expansion of Yarmouth Elementary School and a smaller project at Harrison Middle School. These two projects, approved by the voters of Yarmouth in November, 2018, will total just under $28m and will provide updated spaces for our growing student population for the foreseeable future. ... READ MORE >

Due to today's storm, schools will be closed in Yarmouth. With this, our second closure of the year, the final student day for this year is moved to Friday, June 12. READ MORE >

Yarmouth Schools will be hosting a community presentation on tobacco and vaping by Hawa Shir, Community Health Promotion Specialist from Portland Public Health. Hawa will delve into the topic of vaping and e-cigarettes, provide background information on e-cigarettes, how they work, and how they can be especially harmful to youth. The presentation will also review... READ MORE >

The third annual Day of Hope will be held this Saturday December 7, from 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Yarmouth High School Performing Arts Center. Created and organized by Yarmouth High School students and benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Maine, the Day of Hope is a TED-style conference featuring Maine leaders speaking about where they find hope and... READ MORE >

The forecast for heavy mid-day snow is leading to the closing of schools for the day. This moves the final day of school for this academic year to Thursday, June 11, 2020. READ MORE >

The Yarmouth Lions Club will be continuing its tremendous support of Yarmouth High School graduates by selling Christmas trees each Saturday and Sunday in December. Trees may be purchased at Yarmouth Town Hall from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Dec. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, and 22. 100% of the profits raised go to the local scholarship fund. Stop by and pick out a tree when... READ MORE >

The Yarmouth High School expansion and renovation project took a large step forward with the signing of a contract with Ledgewood Construction of South Portland. Ledgewood's bid came in more than $250,000 below the project budget, and work is slated to begin November 27. The project will take about one year to complete, with notable work to include the expansion... READ MORE >

On Monday, October 28, the Yarmouth School Department entered into contract with Blane Casey for the expansion and renovation of William H. Rowe School. Blane Casey provided the low bid after a pre-qualification process, presenting a bid of $5,209,471, which is more than $200,000 lower than the project budget of $5,416,225. Construction is expected to begin as... READ MORE >

On Monday, October 14, Yarmouth Elementary School principal Ryan Gleason was the featured presenter to more than 120 educators in the Haninge School System near Stockholm, Sweden. Educators from Haninge had heard Ryan present at the annual "Lives in the Balance" summit in the U.S. and were eager to bring him to Sweden to share his message with their entire... READ MORE >

On Tuesday, November 5, Maine Parent Federation will be providing a free viewing of "Intelligent Lives," a film by Dan Habib which sparks dialogue about what it means to be intelligent by challenging our assumptions around students with disabilities. The film will be shown in the Yarmouth Performing Arts Center at Yarmouth High School and will run from 6:30 p.m.... READ MORE >

Want to be among the first to know what’s going on in the Yarmouth Schools? Want to get school cancellation announcements without having to get out of bed to watch television or search the internet? Download the Yarmouth School Department app and get as much or as little information as you’d like sent directly to your smartphone! Simply go to the app store... READ MORE >

On Thursday, September 12, the Yarmouth School Committee unanimously adopted three priorities for the 2019-20 school year. Priority 1: School Culture and Climate Support the administration in making intercultural competence and social justice a district-wide focus for the coming year, with specific programming for staff development, student... READ MORE >

Yarmouth’s school buildings are alive with activity this week, as teachers returned to work on Tuesday, finalizing their plans for the coming year. We look forward to welcoming students next Tuesday, September 3. This message will provide information that you may find helpful as the school year begins. Bus Schedules have been posted to our website. As I stated... READ MORE >

Approximately 80 new laws impacting education are being enacted for the coming school year, including LD 167, An Act to Prevent Food Shaming in Maine Schools. In response to this legislation, Yarmouth Schools are implementing procedures to ensure all students are treated with dignity and do not go hungry in our school dining halls. Parents are encouraged to read... READ MORE >

The Rowe School expansion project has gone out to bid, with bids due by 2:00 p.m. on September 24. Pre-qualified contractors may find a long form of this announcement here.Construction projects at Yarmouth High School, Yarmouth Elementary School, and Harrison Middle School will be bid at a later date. READ MORE >

The Yarmouth community suffered a tremendous loss on Sunday, August 11 with the untimely passing of Philip Jones, who was a current member of the Yarmouth School Committee. Philip provided a moderating voice to many community issues, always listening first to the opinions of others before expressing his thoughts in a respectful, productive manner. Philip's witty... READ MORE >

The initial bus schedules for the new school year have been posted to the Yarmouth School Department website. These schedules will provide you with the best estimate of your child’s pick-up time in the morning and drop-off time in the afternoon. Please keep in mind that bus runs earlier in the year tend to take longer due to students, parents, and drivers... READ MORE >

The Yarmouth School Department will qualify General Contractors to bid on three locally funded school renovation/addition projects located in Yarmouth, Maine: William H Rowe SchoolYarmouth High SchoolYarmouth Elementary School and Frank H Harrison Middle School. Interested General Contractors are required to complete aPre-Bid Qualification Application in order to... READ MORE >

On Tuesday, June 11, voters throughout the town overwhelmingly approved the proposed school budget for 2019-20. Please view our Finance page for more information on the budget. READ MORE >

On Thursday, March 21, the Yarmouth School Committee presented its proposed budget to the Town Council in a public workshop. The Council will hold two public hearings, the first on April 4 and the second on May 2, before sending the budget to the voters. Check out our Finance page for more details. READ MORE >

The students and staff at Harrison Middle School are looking for guest readers on Friday, March 1 for Read Across Yarmouth! Our goal is to create a learning experience for our students that demonstrates how reading impacts our school community and all aspects of our lives. When? Friday, March 1 from 8:15 - 9:20 in classrooms (9:20 - 9:30 reception) Who? Community... READ MORE >

In November, the voters of Yarmouth approved a $52 million bond for the expansion of all four Yarmouth schools, and a complete renovation of the Elementary School. Since that time we have been taking steps necessary to begin construction in the fall of 2019. A Building Committee has been formed and has begun meeting to oversee this work on behalf of the School... READ MORE >

The School Committee has held two public workshops on the proposed 2019-2020 school budget, with many more steps to go before final approval. Please view the budget information located on our Finance and budgeting webpage, and stay apprised of this work by attending any of the following public meetings: February 7 First Reading of the FY20... READ MORE >

On Monday, November 19, the Yarmouth Education Foundation (YEF) presented more than $20,000 in grant monies to teachers and students throughout the district who submitted innovative learning ideas. Exciting projects receiving funding this fall include:Yarmouth High SchoolHamlet Alive! Heart-rate MonitorsInvestigating Dog GenesHarrison Middle SchoolKelp Growing... READ MORE >

The voters of Yarmouth on Tuesday, November 6 voted to approve funding for the expansion of all four Yarmouth schools and a complete renovation of our oldest facility, Yarmouth Elementary School. In the coming days, the School Department will be submitting a Request for Proposals for design services, leading to interviews and selection of an architectural firm... READ MORE >

On October 1, the U.S. Department of Education announced that Yarmouth Elementary School will be recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School for 2018. The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognizes public and private elementary, middle, and high schools in two separate categories: (1) schools where students achieve very high learning standards or... READ MORE >

Let’s Go!, a program of the Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital at Maine Medical Center, has recognized Yarmouth Schools for implementing best practices that reduce waste and increase participation. Many of these low-to-no cost environmental changes help “nudge” students to make healthier choices. Reaching this status is no easy task! Our staff has showcased their... READ MORE >

Welcome to the 2018-19 school year! For those families making use of the district's transportation services, the morning bus route schedule is posted here. Please keep in mind that the bus may run a little late during the first week or so of school, as students and parents spend a bit more time saying goodbye and getting used to the morning routine. We ask for... READ MORE >

Read our Frequently Asked Questions document to learn more about our proposed Facilities Plan! READ MORE >

Barb Ellis, recently retired from Harrison Middle School, has been named Maine's 2018 recipient of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. The PAEMST program, administered by the National Science Foundation (NSF) on behalf of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy recognizes outstanding teachers for their... READ MORE >

At its most recent meeting on June 18, the Facilities Committee made significant changes to the proposed plan to expand and renovate each of the school facilities to accommodate rapid enrollment growth. Due to a variety of market factors, cost estimates for the proposal are much higher than originally anticipated, and the Committee felt it was important to adjust... READ MORE >

The 2018 Yarmouth School Department Annual Report is ready for viewing. We hope you enjoy this update from the recent school year, with a great deal of student assessment data and financial information. READ MORE >

On May 21, Superintendent Andrew Dolloff distributed this update on the school expansion/renovation projects that will be voted on by citizens in November. The School Committee will hear an update on these plans on Thursday, May 24 in the Community Room at Town Hall beginning at 7:00 p.m. The Facilities Committee continues to hold meetings to finalize plans... READ MORE >

Following three public forums, the Facilities Committee continues to work on a plan to address the rapid enrollment growth in our schools. A second round of public forums will be held in June,and we plan to hold a referendum on the proposal in November. Updated information regarding the plan is available on our Facilities Committee page. READ MORE >

The Yarmouth School District Garden has been awarded a Cumberland County Master Gardener Seed Grant in the amount of $50.00. Seed money will be used by high school students to grow potatoes for their Power of One Project, YES students will grown and learn about Maine's Marfax bean and Rowe school students will be growing snow peas. Congratulations to our new... READ MORE >

On March 21, more than 60 members of the community gathered at Yarmouth High School to discuss the important topic of school safety. Through a presentation by Superintendent Andrew Dolloff, the group heard about current and planned school safety measures. Participants then worked in small groups to answer questions about their hopes for the future. Each table... READ MORE >

On March 12 the the School Committee approved the 2018-2019 School Calendar, which may be found in the "Documents" section of our app and website. READ MORE >

In this letter to parents and staff, Superintendent Andrew Dolloff discusses the general approach to school safety in Yarmouth. A Public Forum on School Safety will be held on Wednesday, March 21 from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. in the Yarmouth High School Cafeteria. Members of the school leadership team and public safety officials will be on hand to share current and... READ MORE >

With schools throughout the state considering how best to implement proficiency based practices required under Maine law, The Hechinger Report released this story in June of 2017 identifying Yarmouth's approach as a likely preferred strategy. http://hechingerreport.org/fut... Many hours of focused discussions and creative effort on the part of teachers and... READ MORE >

The Yarmouth School Calendar for the 2017-18 academic year may be found in the "Documents" section of our app and website. Please note that, as of March 13, the final student day for this school year is now scheduled for Tuesday, June 19, 2018. READ MORE >

Welcome to the Yarmouth School Department’s new website, app, and social media communications platform. One of the most exciting pieces of this news is that we now have our own Yarmouth Schools app, so you can stay up to date while you’re on the go. To download the Yarmouth Schools app on IOS: ... READ MORE >

The Proposed FY19 Budget was presented to the School Committee on January 25, discussed in workshop on January 29 and February 5, and adopted on March 12. For more information, please read the superintendent's overview to the Committee, and access our Business Office page for additional information. The remaining budget approval schedule is below: ... READ MORE >

Planning for the 2019 Fiscal Year (FY19) is underway, and we will begin the public discussion of the proposed budget on January 25, with an initial presentation to the School Committee. The budget process provides multiple opportunities for public input, and we invite you to attend any and all of the following meetings: January 25 ... READ MORE >

The School Facilities Committee has been working for more than a year, developing plans to address school capacity concerns that are becoming more pronounced each year. Over the course of the past year, we have considered nearly a dozen different configurations for our schools. After studying each option it was decided that we should further develop the plan that... READ MORE >

On September 14, 2017, the Yarmouth School Committee reviewed the district's core values, reaffirming the school department's commitment to provide each student and staff member with a school environment in which he or she feels safe, valued and respected. The Committee received a report entitled Teaching Inclusivity, Respect, and Civil Discourse in the Yarmouth... READ MORE >

On Monday, October 16, the School Committee met with the Yarmouth Town Council for the second time in four weeks to discuss proposed solutions to the School Department’s and Town’s facilities challenges. To meet programmatic, enrollment, and structural needs, the School Committee has proposed a conceptual plan that calls for extensive renovation and expansion of... READ MORE >

The Yarmouth School Nutrition staff has once again outdone the competition throughout Maine, winning the Maine Department of Education's (MDOE) Marvelous Merchandising Contest for 2017-2018. The MDOE press release put it this way: We received several great entries for our Marvelous Merchandising Contest, making our decision really difficult! However, the... READ MORE >

YSD School Nutrition Director Blair Currier and HMS Nutrition Employee Nikki Davoren competed against RSU 52 (Turner) at the State Final Farm to School cook-off last week at Freeport High School and brought home the win! Teams were tasked with preparing a breakfast and lunch meal within a specific time frame using at least two ingredients that are grown, raised,... READ MORE >

Please click on the links below for morning bus route information. Please feel free to call our transportation office at 846-2338 should you have any questions. Rowe School and Yarmouth Elementary School morning bus routes Harrison Middle School and Yarmouth High School morning bus routes To find the bus stop closest to your address please click on the Bus... READ MORE >