Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary School
Creating resourceful, knowledgeable, and compassionate citizens of tomorrow.
Phone: (207)348-6301 249 N. Deer Isle Road FAX: (207)348-6304 Deer Isle, ME 04627
Welcome letter from the new principal, Jane O'Connor
Letter to families Aug. 2023 - Google Docs.pdfDISES News
The FY25 ESEA application is open for public comment until June 30, 2024. Funding from Title I, II, IVA, and V must be applied for yearly, and we are requesting public input on the projects and expenditures for those funds.
Please contact kglennon@su76.org or (207) 348-9100 in order to add any comments, suggestions, and concerns.
DISES Supporting the Community
Students and staff dressed in red on October 23rd yo show support for the lobster industry that is such a huge part of the community in Deer Isle and Stonington.
Busload of Books
On September 16th, students participated in Busload of Books which is a yearlong project to promote literacy and raise awareness of the challenges facing our nation's public schools.
Students in grade K-2 visited Wight's Apple Orchard. The weather was perfect and everyone brought home some apples.
Students voted for September's Staff of the Month. Mr. Momaney and Mr. McGraw go above and beyond to make students feel included and excited about school.
Calendars
2023-2024 Calendar
CSD-SU-76-2023-2024-School-Calendar-Approved-5_2_23.xlsx-Approved-5_2_23-2-1.pdfVision Statement
Every CSD 13 student is a self-directed, active learner eagerly engaged in meaningful opportunities for exploration that allow them to follow their passions and dreams, both within their school and in their community. They are confident, resilient, proud of their school, and ready to be compassionate and involved citizens of tomorrow.
To accomplish this:
1. We provide our students with a comprehensive, personalized learning experience that includes opportunities to learn both inside and outside the classroom.
2. Our students will become clear communicators able to understand a variety of perspectives, skilled in interpersonal and real-world skills, and capable of contributing to strong community leadership.
3. Our learning community, built on the positive aspects of our island culture, will be student-centered, safe, respectful and nurturing for all. Students will be supported in learning to investigate options, make mistakes, and grow in the process. We will foster positive student/teacher educational partnerships as well as collaborative parental involvement and engagement.
4. Our CSD 13 staff are professional, respected, adaptable, and compassionate; they provide strong, informed educational practice and leadership within Union 76. Staff are supported within the schools, where the use of a shared decision model is employed, and also by the wider community. Professional development is encouraged and rewarded.
5. Our facilities are well-maintained and welcoming; they support learner needs and generate a sense of pride for the school community.
6. Our Community takes pride in and actively supports our schools. School/community collaboration to create community-based learning experiences is valued and encouraged.
Core Beliefs
1. All students can learn and want to be successful.
2. Students learn in different ways, at different rates, and in a variety of settings.
3. Learning involves curiosity, taking risks, and making mistakes.
4. Students need clear and relevant learning targets, frequent feedback, and ongoing, meaningful reflection.
5. Effective applied learning incorporates opportunities for real-world problem-solving.
6. Social, emotional, and physical development are essential to students’ learning and success.
7. Students learn best in a safe environment characterized by positive relationships with peers, and with caring, competent adults.
8. High standards of performance are expected from all members of the learning community.
9. Life-long learning is a community-wide endeavor and a shared responsibility
