Wednesday, April 8th will be an early release day for WDHS and WDES. ATTENTION PRESQUE ISLE AND CARIBOU TECH STUDENTS: Both Presque Isle and Caribou Tech Centers have a flipped schedule on Wednesday, April 8th. Morning tech students will NOT attend school on this day and afternoon tech students will go in the morning.
3 days ago, MSAD #45
early release 4/8/26
Don't forget that Tuesday is spirit day at WDES! Crazy Hair is the theme.
4 days ago, Valerie Black
Purple hair and a notice for crazy hair
Here are this week's happenings at WDES!
5 days ago, Valerie Black
yellow and blue newsletter
Here are the happenings at WDES for next week!
14 days ago, Valerie Black
blue and gold newsletter with a reading graphic outlining benefits of reading daily.
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Just a reminder that we will be hosting the girl's volleyball tournament tomorrow and the boy's will travel to Fort Fairfield on Saturday. On Friday, the Busy Beaver will be selling Ham/Turkey Italian Sandwiches, Mac & Cheese, Baked Potatoes, Walking Tacos, Hot Dogs, Pizza, Fruit Cups and MORE!
15 days ago, MSAD #45
volleyball tournament
Congratulations to Cadie Mendoza who was voted in as the Maine State National Honor Society Secretary at the State Convention on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
15 days ago, MSAD #45
maine state nhs secretary
The WDES PTO has donated $130 towards the banners that the Rotary and Washburn Elementary are collaborating on. That leaves $130 to complete the project - community members are encouraged to give a small donation to help use student art to line our Main Street.
16 days ago, Valerie Black
Letter with art supplies along the bottom.
A reminder that there was a change to the school calendar back in January. Friday, March 20, 2026 was originally scheduled as a teacher workshop day, but is now a regular school day.
17 days ago, MSAD #45
school in session 3/20/26
The jazz combo of "Cadie and the Ashlands" performed at the State Jazz Festival in Hampden Saturday. They earned a bronze award for an excellent performance. This is the second year that the two schools have combined their talent - even wearing bows that are orange and blue for the school colors. Thank you to Mr. Simonoff and our own Mrs. Diette for helping our musicians experience this level of competition.
19 days ago, Valerie Black
A group of students in black at the MMEA event.
We have been seeing a few cars parking in front of the building for drop offs and driving through the bus area to get to the high school. Just a reminder that that lane is off limits to cars from 7:30am to 3:00pm. This makes it safer for students who are crossing the area to get into and out of the building.
21 days ago, Valerie Black
Yellow reminder to parents about staying out of the bus lane at WDES
Beginner Band Day in Ashland will be cancelled for Wednesday due to expected weather. A new date will be announced soon.
24 days ago, Valerie Black
Blue background with an announcement about cancelled band event.
Registrations are open for PreK students for fall of 2026. Children must be four years old on or before 10/15/26.
Students who may be entering kindergarten in fall of 2026 and are not in our current PreK program may also register.
24 days ago, Valerie Black
Children on the grass with an announcement about PreK registration.
Here are next week's happenings at WDES!
28 days ago, Valerie Black
blue and gold newsletter to parents with upcoming dates
Here are the week's happenings at WDES!
about 1 month ago, Valerie Black
blue and gold newsletter with upcoming dates
Next week WDES will be celebrating Dr. Seuss! Spirit Days will align with some of our favorite books - join us in the fun.
about 1 month ago, Valerie Black
A multi-colored poster outlining a Dr. Seuss Spirit Week.
Winter Sports Awards will be held Monday, March 16th at WDHS.
about 1 month ago, MSAD #45
winter sports awards 3/16/26 ms 5:30 hs 6:00
Both the Jazz Band and Jazz Choir have qualified to perform at the State Jazz Festival! Congratulations!
about 1 month ago, MSAD #45
state jazz festival 3/13 & 3/14 & 3/28
Congratulations to Jaici Rosi-Carney and Isaac Sines for being named Aroostook League Scholar Athletes.
about 1 month ago, MSAD #45
jaici rosi carney & isaac sines scholar athletes
Congratulations to Isaac Sines on being this years recipient of the Maine Principal's Award!
about 1 month ago, MSAD #45
isaac sines recipient of mpa award