August 18, 2026

Community Partner Spotlight: Ducktrap

 RSU 71 would like to extend our sincere appreciation to Ducktrap for their generous donation of 50+ backpacks filled with school supplies for our students.

This thoughtful contribution will help local students start the school year prepared and ready to learn. We are grateful for Ducktrap’s generosity and commitment to supporting children and families in our community.

Thank you for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and for being such a valued community partner.


Pictured above, from left to right: Liz Ridgeway, RSU 71 Superintendent, Meagan Rankin, Ducktrap's HR Manager, and Danielle Stitch, Ducktrap's HR Generalist

July 27, 2026

BAHS Food Pantry Receives Generous Community Donation

 The Belfast Co-op selected the BAHS Food Pantry as the June 2026 recipient of its Common Cents program, thanks in part to the advocacy of parent Todd Bluhm.

Through the program, shoppers can round up their grocery bill, with the extra change donated to a local cause.

Thanks to the generosity of Belfast Co-op customers, the BAHS Food Pantry received $7,258.81! The donation was presented to school nurse Gail Dudley and Principal Jeff Lovejoy.

Thank you to the Belfast Co-op and everyone who rounded up their purchases to support our students and families!




June 4, 2026

THMS STEM Workshop


Twenty engineer-oriented students from Troy Howard Middle School recently enjoyed a morning at AthenaHealth, learning how the company uses technology and experiencing a STEM workshop organized by Geeks Rule, Tech Integrator Melinda Larrabee, and Extended Learning Program Coordinator Kathie Gass.