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RSU 29

Preparing ALL Learners for a Changing World

District Information

Welcome to RSU 29

A letter with text and logos, welcoming individuals to the RSU 25 community.

A smiling man stands in front of a building with a sign that reads 'Office of Superintendent of Schools'.

RSU 29 CARES flyer with information about services and programs.

RSU 29 Word of the Year

A circular emblem reads 'COURAGE' as the 'Word of the Year' for 2025-2026.

 

Prior Words of the Year

YEAR

WORD OF THE YEAR

2015-2016

Pride

2016-2017

Commitment

2017-2018

Respect

2018-2019

Kindness

2019-2020

Grit

2020-2021

Resilience

2021-2022

Patience

2022-2023

Optimism

2023-2024

Community

2024-2025

Empathy

Our Schools

Houlton Elementary School

PreK through 2nd

Reba Heath, Principal

Houlton Southside School

3rd through 6th

Lori Cleary, Principal

Houlton Middle/High School

7th through 12th

DeWayne Morse, Principal

Danielle Thibodeau, Assistant Principal of Academic Services

Affirmative Action/Nondiscrimination

It is the policy of this school system not to discriminate in educational programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of race, national origin, religion, sex, age or handicapping conditions under the provisions of Title VI and IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Individuals with Disability Education Act of 1990, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

The Affirmative Action Plan, as approved by the board and submitted to the Commissioner of Education, is on file in the Superintendent's Office. The Affirmative Action Co-Officers are DeWayne Morse and Lori Cleary, who may be reached through the district office at 207-532-6555.

Our Affirmitve Action and Title IX Policies can be found below:

Affirmative Action Policy

Title IX Policy

RSU 29 District Calendar

Additional Information

Please follow the below link to the MDOE to find out more informatino about work permits. A student must already be in the workforce before completing this application and taking it to the RSU 29 Central Office for sumbission. Also, a birth certificate is required when submitting the application.

MDOE Work Permits Page

Please see below for infformation regarding our annual notices and required postings!

Annual Notices.Required Postings

  • Please follow the below link to the MDOE to find out more informatino about work permits. A student must already be in the workforce before completing this application and taking it to the RSU 29 Central Office for sumbission. Also, a birth certificate is required when submitting the application.

    MDOE Work Permits Page

  • Please see below for infformation regarding our annual notices and required postings!

    Annual Notices.Required Postings

About RSU 29

RSU 29 serves the towns of Houlton, Hammond, Littleton, and Monticello.  We are located in Southern Aroostook County in beautiful Northern Maine.

RSU 29 Mission

The Education Community of RSU 29 encourages the growth, high aspirations, and quality standards for its students and staff.  We respect responsible risk-taking and decision-making, value individual differences, and recognize that learning never ends.  RSU 29 takes pride in the achievement of our community and provides an open and safe environment, which nurtures positive self-esteem and fosters mutual respect.  

RSU 29 Belief Statements
 

  1. Students need to take responsibility for their own learning, with support from parents, community, and school staff.
  2. Students and staff are capable of learning and deserve an atmosphere that accepts and values differences.
  3. Students and staff need to be lifelong learners, problem solvers, and responsible risk-takers.
  4. Students and staff need to communicate effectively.
  5.  Students and staff need to be responsible, respectful members of their community.
  6. Students and staff will strive to achieve district standards.

RSU 29 Core Values

  • Communication: We are committed to open and transparent communication with our families and community.
    We believe that strong partnerships are built on clear and consistent dialogue, and we encourage you to reach out with any questions, concerns, or feedback.

  • Accountability: We hold ourselves accountable for providing a high-quality education and for the success of every student. We are dedicated to continuous improvement and ensuring that our resources are used effectively to meet the diverse needs of our learners.

  • Respect: We cultivate an environment of mutual respect, where every individual feels valued and heard. This applies to our students, staff, families, and all community members. We celebrate diversity and foster inclusivity in all our interactions.

  • Excellence: We strive for excellence in all that we do, from our academic programs and extracurricular activities to our facilities and operational practices. Our goal is to inspire and empower students to reach their full potential and achieve their personal best.

  • Service: We believe in the power of service, both within our schools and throughout the wider community. We encourage our students to become active, engaged citizens who contribute positively to the world around them.

"Cultivating an educational landscape where everyone thrives!"