Grades 1 and 4 have a Garden Club and they do lots of learning and crafting together. Today they made Thanksgiving turkeys! READ MORE >

Thank you to the Booster's Club for the fun fall craft day! The students had a great time and were anxious to take their crafts home to their families! READ MORE >

I challenged students at the opening school assembly and promised them a party if they all earned a spot on the Character Counts wall by the end of the first quarter. I think I need to start planning a party! READ MORE >

Please join us for the Annual Fall Family Lunch on Friday, November 22. The charge for a guest meal is $4.50. Please send in the form with payment by November 15. If you have questions please contact the school at 483-2229. See you on the 22nd! READ MORE >

Our school library has been dedicated to Mrs. Elizabeth "Betty" Thompson in honor of her 40 years of dedicated and caring service to the D.W. Merritt School. Mrs. Thompson visited school last week and was greeted with lots of smiles and hugs! READ MORE >

Dorothy and all of her friends visited with students at D.W. Merritt on Oct. 31! A great time was had by all at our annual Harvest Party! READ MORE >

Students in grades pre-k, k and 1 participated in the student council's Bullying Prevention coloring contest. They learned about: Be a Buddy, not a Bully! All children did an excellent job. Prizes were awarded to the winners! READ MORE >

The student council sponsored a poster contest for students in grades 2-6 during safety week. These students were the winners and were awarded a bag full of awesome prizes that promote saying no to drugs, anti-bullying and good safety habits. Congratulations to the winners and to all participants! READ MORE >

The grades K,1 and 2 boys won first place in the championship meet as did our grades 3,4 and 5 boys! We had several top ten runners in the girl's and boy's groups as well as the first place runner in the grades 6-8 boy's category. Congratulations to the coaches and the entire team as they are all winners! READ MORE >

District technology assistant, Ed Latham talked to students today about being safe when on the internet. Thank you Mr. Latham. READ MORE >

Thank you to the district Transportation Team for the excellent bus safety presentation and bus evacuation drill. 😊 READ MORE >

Day two of Safety Week at D. W. Merritt featured Trooper Taylor and Oscar with an awesome demonstration. READ MORE >

Firefighters Dave, Chris, Wren and Mrs. Wakeman talk to students and staff about what to do and how to stay safe during a fire. READ MORE >

Coach Kowalsky and The Eagles taking a half time break. 😊 READ MORE >

Students and staff at The D.W. Merritt School wear Character Counts bracelets. The bracelets state: I pledge to be respectful, responsible, fair, caring and trustworthy in all I do! READ MORE >

The students and staff at the D.W. Merritt School wish you a great week! READ MORE >

The D.W. Cross Country runners are doing great and showing teamwork and team spirit! READ MORE >

A nice afternoon for a soccer game with teamwork, solid skills, a dedicated coach, awesome players and a rainbow! READ MORE >

Win an Apple 300 Series Watch donated by Machias Savings Bank! Tickets may be purchased at the school and are one for $5.00 or three for $10.00. All proceeds will benefit our school library! READ MORE >

Cheer on The Eagles by #1 ordering your spirit wear online at spiritandpride.com, #2 by calling 1-800-854-4452 or #3 by filling out the order form sent home from the school. Orders are due by Sept. 27, 2019. If you have questions, call the school at 483-2229. READ MORE >

D.W. Merritt has 37 runners on the Cross Country Team that is coached by Ms. Donna Raineri and Ms. Wren Wakeman. The team did a fantastic job at the first meet on Sept. 11! They ran hard, cheered on their teammates and showed excellent sportsmanship! Come enjoy the next meet at Jonesport Elementary School on Wednesday, Sept. 18. The first race begins at 4:00. READ MORE >

Thank you to our grade four teacher, Ms. Markley, for the beautiful raised flower beds! They certainly add an inviting and welcoming touch to our school. READ MORE >

The custodians are busy washing, waxing, painting and doing repairs as we ready for the 2019-2020 school year! Supplies and materials are being delivered and teachers are busy getting their rooms ready for their students. Registration for new students will be from 8:00-12:00 on Tuesday, Aug. 27. The first day of school is on Tuesday, Sept. 3. READ MORE >

D.W. Merritt School's grade six class presented a fabulous puppet show on May 16 and May 20. This class wrote the script, prepared the scenery, created the puppets and recorded their voices for this production all under the direction of ELA teacher, Mrs. Susan Grant. The crowds loved the performances and these students are to be commended for their hard work and... READ MORE >

The house was full at D.W. Merritt School on Wednesday, May 22. Guests enjoyed art work, songs and band performances revolving around the theme of "Charlotte's Web." A great time was had by all! READ MORE >

The D.W. Merritt School's first annual Cabin Fever Reliever Supper proved to be a great time with over 140 students, staff and family members attending. Good company, delicious food, music and door prizes made for a relaxing and enjoyable time for all! READ MORE >