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Katrina
December 18, 2018
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Yearly Archives: 2018
Year: 2018
With your gift to the Loyalty Fund we are changing lives, making dreams come true….
Katrina
December 18, 2018
November 29, 2018 Happy Holidays!! Benjamin was all quiet, in a good way, kind of teary-eyed, not the usual Benjamin, not the usual reaction I get when he is excited. I am speaking about his reaction to receiving the letter confirming a scholarship for him this summer. When he knew I was filling out forms that determined his eligibility, there
Three Ways The Leadership School Staff Works for Maine – and Beyond
Joy Bengtson Giffen
November 26, 2018
Can you believe that 60 amazing people now work at Kieve Wavus year-round?! And that thousands of people experience life changing moments on our campuses for over 300 days every year? Beyond the management team and the hardworking folks who grind behind the scenes to keep our campuses in top shape, to fill our bellies with delicious meals, and to
Alumni Profile – Molly D. Billings
Joy Bengtson Giffen
October 4, 2018
Wavus 2008-09; KW West 2011; Wavus Council 2013-17; College of Wooster; B.S. Class of 2017 Chemistry and Environmental Studies Molly Billings, known as Mo Bills around Wavus, grew up in Bangor, Maine. Her mother met Henry Kennedy through the Leadership Maine program and the Billings family began a lifelong relationship with a place that impacted the course of Molly’s life.
Winter 2018 EIR Conclusion
Katrina
March 16, 2018
It has been a great winter for our Educators in Residence, and seemed to fly by! Here are some of the highlights of the last 10 weeks: While each day at Loranger has brought something new and exciting to the table, my highlight from this winter has been the increasing interest in our work throughout the district. I primarily
Kieve-Wavus Alumni Wilderness Trip on the St. Croix
Joy Bengtson Giffen
March 9, 2018
This year’s Alumni Wilderness Trip is on the sublime St. Croix River! Sun, Aug 12, 2018, 2:00 PM – Thu, Aug 16, 2018, 4:00 PM Arrive at Wavus Sunday, August 12 mid afternoon. Hit the gear shed, hit the Jewell for lobsters, and hit the hay for a great night of rest to pack up and out for an early
Loranger and King EIRs 2018
Katrina
March 9, 2018
Loranger’s Educator in Residence: Sam M. A few blocks from the Old Orchard Beach coast sits Loranger Memorial School, a home away from home for many, including myself. My name is Sam Mengual and this is my second winter working at Loranger. I have experienced a huge amount of growth between my first and second year as an EIR. While
The Loyalty Fund 2018 Annual Fundraiser
Joy Bengtson Giffen
March 8, 2018
Friends of the Loyalty Fund, April is right around the corner, which as well know means one thing and one thing only: it’s time for our annual Press Box Fundraiser! For those who haven’t joined us in the past, this is our annual NYC fundraiser, bringing in people from across the country to raise awareness and help support a great
Jefferson and South Bristol EIRs and February Break 2018
Katrina
March 2, 2018
Jefferson’s Educator In Residence: Brian I am Brian Sperry. This winter I have had the opportunity to spend my time, in the Educator in Residence program, with the students and faculty of Jefferson Village School. The EIR program is brand new to JVS, so needless to say, I could hardly contain my excitement to start this journey with them and
Boothbay and Hope EIRs 2018
Katrina
February 23, 2018
Boothbay’s Educator in Residence: Skyler I have had the great opportunity to work at Boothbay Region Elementary School this winter. From my first week of EIR I have truly felt the warmth of the strong community they have created. At BRES I work with students from pre-K to 8th grade. Each day my schedule is filled with P.E., library, art,