👏 Big shout-out to Mr. Finn’s students in our Computer Electronics program for their incredible work this week!
Over the course of three full class days, this team installed brand-new technology in the CMHS conference room, including a Logitech camera and a Virtual Machine. Their project required problem-solving, collaboration, and technical precision skills that go far beyond the classroom.
💻🔧 At the same time, our students were also busy at Shead High School, where they successfully installed new digital signage. This upgrade gives Shead students quick access to important school events and information. This is another great example of how CTE skills directly benefit our sending schools and communities.
By taking on projects like these, our students are not only improving the school environment for CMHS and Shead, but also gaining hands-on career experience in technology installation, troubleshooting, and teamwork. These opportunities prepare them for the future, whether in higher education, the workforce, or industry certifications by giving them the confidence and real-world skills to succeed.
We are so proud of the professionalism, dedication, and innovation they demonstrated from start to finish!
#CMHS #SheadHighSchool #CTE #StudentSuccess #HandsOnLearning #TechInAction #FutureReady #StCroixTech #MaineCTE
✨ Current students Addison Ellsmore, Alexis Bowen, Lainey Ellsmore, Bella Bishop, Yvonne Cook, and Star Huckins were joined by alumni Madisyn Cochran, Alexis Seavey, Kelly Carter, and Leah Castillo—all showing their commitment to this important work.
🙌 Students even had the opportunity to attend sessions with Maine Roads to Quality Executive Director, Jordan Detwiler-Michelson, and join in meaningful breakout conversations.
💜 This was such an amazing opportunity for our students to feel included, to learn and grow, and to be surrounded by dedicated professionals who are making a difference in the field of early childhood education.
#MaineRoadsToQuality #MaineCTE #SCRTC
Angela and Kelly gathered toilet paper rolls from families, while the children at KidzFirst worked on creating binoculars. Meanwhile, our Early Childhood Education (ECE) students designed a complementary outdoor animal matching activity using a list of animals provided by the center.
The high school students created the lesson on Canva, laminated the materials, and prepped everything needed before delivering it to KidzFirst. They were even able to stop in, see the children, and join in the play. The center later shared photos of the children enjoying the activity a wonderful full-circle moment.
Our ECE students intentionally incorporated strategies that support the Maine Early Learning and Development Standards (MELDS), including:
Cognitive Development: Approaches to Learning – Children used observation, problem-solving, and persistence as they explored and matched animals in different ways.
Language and Literacy Development – Older children practiced early reading skills by matching the animal image to its printed name.
Cognitive Development: Creative Arts & Expression – Making binoculars from recycled materials encouraged creativity and imaginative play.
Social & Emotional Development – Adding children’s pictures to the cards helped teachers provide individualized feedback and scaffold learning, supporting self-confidence and peer interaction.
Physical Development & Health – The activity was outdoors, allowing children to engage in movement and active play while using fine motor skills to handle materials.
This collaboration not only supported authentic, hands-on learning for our ECE students, but it also provided a rich, developmentally appropriate experience for the children at KidzFirst. A true example of community partnership in action thank you for always supporting our program, Angela!
Last school year, Mrs. Remington applied through the Maine DOE to take part in the Emergent Literacy Facilitator Training. After completing the training alongside another Early Childhood instructor, Darlene Bruns from Westbrook Regional Technical Center in Augusta, she received the go-ahead to deliver her very first Maine DOE training right here at SCRTC!
This week, our first-year and second-year Early Childhood students successfully completed Module One and earned 6.5 hours of professional learning. Even better, this training was offered to our students completely free of charge through the Department of Education, giving them early access to high-quality professional development that many working educators take part in.
Through this experience, students explored the foundations of emergent literacy, gained strategies they can use in future classrooms, and added a valuable credential to their growing portfolios. 🎉
👏 Congratulations to our students for your hard work and commitment to becoming strong future educators. We are so proud of you! Pictured from the second year program is Addison Ellsmore, Alexis Bowen, Cheyenne Kinney, and missing from the photo is Jenna Cline. Pictured in the second photo first year program is Bell Bishop, Yvonne Cook. Lainey Ellsmore, and missing from the photo is Star Huckins.
#CTE #EarlyChildhood #SCRTC #MaineDOE #EmergentLiteracy
🌟 Student Spotlight! 🌟
Pictured above are Addison Ellsmore (4-year CTE student), Cheyenne Kinney (4-year CTE student), and Alexis Bowen (5-year CTE student) — three outstanding young women who have dedicated the past three years to our Early Childhood program. During that time, they’ve not only gained valuable hands-on experience in our CTE program, but they’ve also worked hard to earn early college credits through multiple colleges. 👩🏫📚✨
We are beyond proud to share that their dedication has now been recognized by the University of Maine at Farmington! 🎉 These young women have been admitted to UMF through the Early College program. That means they get to skip the essay and recommendation process because their hard work in the classroom has already earned them a place in the Fall 2026 class. 💙
Please join us in congratulating Addison, Cheyenne, and Alexis on this amazing accomplishment! We couldn’t be prouder of all you’ve achieved. 💐👏❤️
#CTEProud #EarlyCollege #FutureEducators #StCroixTech #MaineCTE
We are excited to welcome Criminal Justice Instructor Amanda Posick and CDL/Truck Driving Instructor Willard Doliber to the St. Croix Regional Technical Center team!
Amanda brings a distinguished background as a former Federal Fish & Wildlife Officer, where she combined her love for wildlife with her commitment to law enforcement. She now brings that same passion and dedication to the classroom, preparing students for rewarding careers in criminal justice.
Willard joins us as our new CDL/Truck Driving Instructor. With a fresh perspective and strong enthusiasm for the trucking industry, he is eager to help students gain the skills and confidence they need to step into a high-demand career field.
Both Amanda and Willard share SCRTC’s mission of providing hands-on learning and real-world opportunities for our students, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to have them on board.
👏 Please join us in giving them a warm welcome to the SCRTC family!
The Maine CTE Fall Conference is an annual event attended by CTE teachers from across the state.
The first day of school at the Calais School Dept. is quickly approaching, and across the district staff are preparing for the hallways and classrooms to be full of students for another year of learning and growth! New students and previous enrolled students in Kindergarten through Grade 9 will return to school on Friday, August 29th. All students (PK - Grade 12) will return to school on Tuesday, September 2 after the Labor Day holiday weekend. See you all soon!
Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice Instructor opening
The Calais School Department (St. Croix Regional Technical Center) is seeking a Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice Instructor starting in the 2025-2026 school year.
Qualifications: Minimum of three years of experience in law enforcement and criminal justice, strong commitment to safety and continuing education, and eligible for Maine CTE Teacher conditional certification and criminal history record check.
This is a full-time teaching position.
Applications are available at:
Superintendent of Schools Office
32 Blue Devil Hill
Calais, ME 04619
(207) 454-2296
Position will close when a suitable candidate is found.
E.O.E
• One (1) Hunter Engineering/Butler Tire Changer, Model # 10430
May be viewed at the St. Croix Regional Technical Center, 34 Blue Devil Hill, Calais, ME, until August 8th. Please call 454-2581 between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. for more information and to schedule an appointment to view item.
All bids must be submitted by Friday, August 8th, to Superintendent of Schools Office, 32 Blue Devil Hill, Calais, ME, 04619.
We reserve the right to accept or reject any and all bids. Items to be sold "As Is, Where Is" with no implied warranties or guarantees. The owner is responsible for removal of items.
