As seen in Thursday’s BA Weekly Update:
Maker Fair! It's that time of the year and planning has started for the Fall Maker Fair! The dates and times are during Parent / Teacher Conferences - Thursday, Nov 5 from 4pm to 7pm and Friday, Nov 6 from 8am to 12pm. If you are interested in participating, please complete this application form—the deadline is this Wednesday, October 21. Also, any seniors who wants to help organize the set-up and take down, please see Ms. Ward!
NARCAN Training will be offered Tuesday, October 27 during D Block. See Nikki to sign up!
Six Word Scary Story Contest! Spooky season is upon us. Writing and telling scary stories is a time honored tradition. Let's keep that tradition alive at Baxter with a story writing competition. Write the scariest story you can think of only using six words and submit this form. The contest runs until this Friday, October 23rd. Winners will be celebrated this month and can claim a prize from 209.
The ACE program links students with Architects, Construction trades, and Engineers through visits and projects in Portland. Students from all over Portland meet Thursdays from 3:30pm to 5pm right here in the Great Room! More info HERE.
Maine Youth for Climate Justice is hosting two meet and greets for youth (under 30) to ask questions and learn about two of Maine’s gubernatorial candidates—Hannah Pingree and Rick Bennett. Come with questions or just listen in! Hear from Hannah Pingree on Oct 19 at 7pm and Rick Bennett on Oct 22 at 7pm (to register for the events—click on the candidates' names)
On October 30, the Drama Club is hosting a Spooky Storytime in the Great Room during BCT and lunch. Interested in participating? click here to sign up.
MaineHealth Radiology Open House: Saturday, Nov 14, 10am to 1pm. Interested in exploring careers in radiology? Join MaineHealth professionals for hands-on exposure to imaging modalities and connect with representatives from six New England colleges offering related educational programs. Click here to register!
Oral Health Navigation Learning Series (Dentistry & much more!) Explore the field of oral health, including dentistry and specialty areas, through an online self-paced program that offers you a chance to earn credit and micro-credentialing while learning about a career interest. Completion of the learning series can also help to open the way for employment and further training opportunities if you decide this path is for you. Check out the flyer below and click here for more info!
Spring Semester Abroad: Study abroad for the 2027 spring semester (starting January 2027) with the U.S. Department of State’s fully-funded YES Abroad Program. Find more info here!
Civic Engagement & Leadership Opportunities for Maine Students: The Maine Department of the Secretary of State offers a variety of programs for high school students, including essay and poster contests, the John Lewis Youth Leadership Award, voter registration initiatives, student mock elections, and educational opportunities focused on Maine history and civic engagement. Interested students can learn more and explore available programs here: Maine Secretary of State – Student Programs
Love to play Chess? Our next USCF chess tournament will take place Saturday, September 5th. Registration begins at 9:30 AM. Cash prizes available. Read more.