Community schools and historical societies announce upcoming events

Various educational and community institutions have announced upcoming events for the new academic year.

Mapleton Elementary School will host an open house on Wednesday, Sept. 2, for the 2026-27 school year. Pre-K students will meet teachers in sessions between 4:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., while K-5 teachers will be available from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The school year is scheduled to officially begin on Tuesday, Sept. 8, with a parade.

In the same region, the Haystack Historical Society has approved two special events, including an annual fundraising baked ham dinner on Sept. 19. This event will offer both dine-in and drive-thru options. The society is also planning a collaboration with Seniors Achieving Greater Education at the University of Maine at Presque Isle.

Meyers Park High School has scheduled an open campus event for August 21, 2025, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Students and parents can walk their class schedules and meet teachers. The school noted that CMS is transitioning to a new education platform to replace Powerschool over the summer.