EASTON NEWS
by Hillary Hallett
The EPCO will hold a Christmas Bazaar on Wednesday, Dec. 17, for Easton Elementary students to purchase gift items for family members at the bargain price of $1 each. They are asking for donations of items that are new or gently used that would be appropriate for children, parents and grandparents.
They are still in need of gift bags (any occasion) and tissue paper for wrapping. If you have any questions or concerns, contact the PTO at pto@eastonschools.org, on their Facebook page or call the elementary school at 488-7701.
Kevin Marquis was a guest speaker at Easton Elementary School, sharing information about the town’s history as the community prepares for the Sesquicentennial celebration. He encourages students in grades 5 and 6 to research their own family history and connections to the early settlers of Easton.
He shared information about the 11 schools that once served the town, and their locations. Students looked at an old town map from the 1800s showing the early farm lots and beginning of the road systems. The children loved hearing all the stories and connecting them to their own family history as well as the town’s.
Mrs. White invites all local historians to share your information with the students as they continue on this adventure. Please contact the elementary school if you would be interested in being a classroom guest!
The Presque Isle Historical Society hosted grades 4-6 students from Easton Elementary School recently for a combination tour of the historic downtown Presque Isle area and the Presque Isle Air Force Base. The children spent four hours learning about the beginnings of the town and compared Presque Isle’s history to Eason’s history throughout the trip.
They were so enthusiastic about all of Mrs. Kim Smith’s stories and loved playing the historically correct recess games with Mrs. Elaine Hendrickson. The Estey House Museum was definitely the perfect setting for their “step back in time.” The students shared their new-found information with the rest of the elementary students and staff at their next Morning Meeting.
Students and staff alike were very impressed with the wealth of information that was shared. Parents reported that the students also took their own personal family tour around Presque Isle and shared the information with great enthusiasm.
Thank you, Kim Smith and Elaine Hendrickson, for sharing all the wonderful history!
Church to host performance
The United Baptist Church of Easton will present “It’s Christmas in the Country.” There will be two performances, one at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary and at 2 p.m. for the residents of Mars Hill nursing home. Please plan to come out and support these youth!
Congulations to Emma Lamoreau, 5th grade daughter of Craig and Amanda Lamoreau, who is one of the Students of the Quarter at Easton Elementary School. Emma is a kind and quiet young lady who always gives 100 percent in all she does. She is a wonderful citizen and looks for opportunities to help whenever she can. She is a good friend and can always be counted on to do the right thing.
Grace Ellis
Grace Ellis, 3rd grade daughter of Perrin and Meaghan Ellis, is also Student of the Quarter for the first quarter. Grace goes out of her way to be a good friend and citizen and sets a wonderful example for her peers. She is a hard worker and always has a smile on her face. Grace’s polite demeanor is appreciated by staff and students alike.
Kiwanis Club
The Kiwanis Club of Easton meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month from 6-7 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall; everyone is welcome to attend. Dinner provided for a small fee. Please plan to join them.
Upcoming Rec programs
Little Bears cheerleading starts this week and is open to girls in grades 1-6. Please pre-register with the Recreation Department. The participants will practice on Friday afternoons starting on Friday, Dec. 12, from 3-4 p.m. at the Hall. We need at least eight to run this program so please be sure to register your child by emailing to ensure adequate uniforms.
Little Bears’ basketball set to begin. The third and fourth grade basketball team will be starting practices a little earlier this year in order to participate in a round-robin over Christmas recess. The athletes will practice on Tuesday, Dec. 16, and Tuesday, Dec. 23, at the elementary school gym until 4 p.m.
On Friday, Jan. 2, the team will participate in a round-robin in Mars Hill. Please register with the Rec Department.
Christmas vacation activities
Tuesday, Dec. 23 — Holiday Movie at the Braden Theatre in Presque Isle. The cost is $5; includes ticket, popcorn and soda. Time for the move: 12-2:45 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 26 — Bowling and Pizza Hut. Bowling first at Northern Lanes and then lunch at Pizza Hut buffet. The fee is $12 for bowling and buffet. 9:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 29 — “Mat Ball” Tournament; this is a game that was created by a PE teacher and looks like a lot of fun!
The tournament will be held at Van Buren High School. Bus departs at 9 a.m. sharp. Open to grades 4, 5 and 6, please pre-register so we know we have enough to participate.
Tuesday, Dec. 30 — A morning of jumping at The Jump. The cost is $10; this includes admission, pizza, chips and Slushie. The bus will depart at 9:40 a.m. and return at 12:15 p.m.
Wednesday, Dec. 31 — Roller-Skating at Melody Roller Rink. The cost is $5 for skating and rentals. 9:40 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.
Rec calendar
Wednesday, Dec. 10 — After-school crafts at the Hall from 3-4:15 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 11 — Holiday Decorations at the Hall from 3-4:15 p.m.
Friday Dec. 12 — Junior Activities from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Hall.
Senior Game Day in the recreation room at the Manor starting at 11:15 a.m. Please bring a bag lunch.
First Little Bear cheerleading practice at the Hall after-school until 4 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 15 — Senior Nutrition at the Manor starting at 11 a.m. The cost is $3. We will be preparing “treats” for holiday season.
After-school cooking at the Hall until 4:15 p.m. Open to grades 1 and up. This week will be making “gifts from the kitchen.”
Tuesday, Dec. 16 — First Little Bears’ basketball practice for grades 3 and 4 from 2:45-4 p.m. in the elementary school gym.
Wednesday, Dec. 17 — Junior Activities from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Hall.
“Gifts from the Heart” gift making for group A (pre-registration was required) at the Hall until 4:30 p.m.
Hillary Hallett is the correspondent for Easton. She can be reached by sending an e-mail to: hillary_jt@myfairpoint.net or call 551-7737.
