Medomak Valley High School Linda M.D. Pease, Principal 320 Manktown Road Tamra S. Philbrook, Assistant Principal Waldoboro, Maine 04572 Matthew S. Carlson, Assistant Principal Office: (207) 832-5389 Matthew J. Lash, Athletic Director Guidance: (207) 832-7270 Fax: (207) 832-2280

2019-2020 School Profile

The mission of Medomak Valley High School, through the collaboration with the community and home, is to provide a safe environment where students learn the skills to be effective communicators, confident problem solvers, And involved citizens who embody sound character.

Accredited by the New England Association of College and Secondary Schools (NEASC)

Guidance Department

Debbie A. Duncan, Director of Guidance (207) 832-7270 ext 110 [email protected] Leanne R. Benner Counselor (207) 832-7270 ext 111 [email protected] Maida Cordero Counselor (207) 832-7270 ext 133 [email protected] Jimi Hunt Registrar (207) 832-7270 ext 112 [email protected] Becky Butler Guidance Secretary (207) 832-7270 ext 109 [email protected]

About our School and Students

Opened in 1968, Medomak Valley High School is a grade 9-12 accredited public high school with 577 students enrolled for the 2019-2020 school year. Senior class enrollment is 152. Students reside in one of the five towns (Friendship, Union, Waldoboro, Warren, and Washington) that comprise RSU40. The population of the five towns is approximately 14,500 with the majority of employment in the areas of education, healthcare, fishing, agriculture and small business.

Course Options

Honors Levels Options by Discipline Advanced Placements Courses Additional Course Options English Biology Mid-Coast School of Technology French Calculus AB Online Virtual High School Spanish Calculus BC College and University: Mathematics Human Geography University College at Rockland (UMA) Science Language and Composition Central Maine Community College Social Studies Literature and Composition Husson University Macroeconomics Thomas College Dual Enrollment Microeconomic Independent Study U.S. Government and Politics Accipiter: On-site Alternative Education U.S. History Jobs for Maine Graduates Note: AP, Honors and some early college classes receive weighted grades.

The Class of 2020 must earn 24 credits, Of these Credits, the following are required: Graduation Requirements

English 4 credits Fine Arts 1 credit Mathematics 4 credits Physical Education 1 credit Social Studies 3 credits Health . 5 credit Science 3 credits Elective Courses 7.5 credits

Current Grading System A- Indicates Superior Work A= 93-100 B- Indicates Above Average Work B= 85-92 C- Indicates Average Work C= 77-84 D- Indicates Below Average Work D= 70-76 F- Unsatisfactory,Failing F= Below 70 I- Incomplete

MVHS Notables

4 AP Scholars 2 AP Scholars with Honor 4 AP Scholars with Distinction Internationally Recognized Heirloom Seed Project National Garden Club, Award of Merit. Awarded on May 14, 2017 (Only high school in United States to have received this award) Empty Bowl Supper and Food Pantry Benefit Annually Innovative Recover and Excel Period has measurably improved student success and increased student-teacher interactions. Consistently recognized with good sportsmanship Awards Combined staff years of service to young people: 733 Upward Bound School Olympia Snow Institute Leader MELMAC School Unique Boutique: Free clothing for students & families Soul food: Free food for students & families Jobs for Maine Graduates MVHS class of 2019 received over $780,000.00 in scholarship funds

2019 Post Graduation Intent

Size of Class 4-Year College 2-Year College U.S Military

129 42% 20% 5%

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