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RSU 22 launches Project Reconnect and schedules March community wellness events
Summary
District staff described Project Reconnect, a parent-and-community initiative inspired by The Anxious Generation to expand screen-free activities and playground initiatives; the district also confirmed an education/wellness expo (March 21) and a community wellness evening (March 26).
District leaders described Project Reconnect, a new community initiative focused on youth mental health, screen-free activities and family engagement, and asked board members to help promote upcoming events.
The assistant superintendent said parents, local libraries and recreation staff formed Project Reconnect after discussing research from The Anxious Generation and exploring practical next steps. "We've renamed ourselves as Project Reconnect because we studied the book The Anxious Generation," the assistant superintendent said, and invited parents and community members to a launch meeting March 24 at the Winterport Memorial Library.
Staff also outlined a larger education and wellness expo scheduled for March 21 (10 a.m.–2 p.m.) featuring wellness resources, CPR and first-aid training, car-seat checks and a kids' carnival; proceeds from some activities will support the RSU22 Education Foundation. The board was asked to help publicize the event and to encourage community sponsors.
On March 26 the district will host a Community Table/Wellness evening (4:30–7 p.m.) at Wagner Middle School with a free spaghetti dinner, keynote speakers and mental-health resources. District staff said the events will be family friendly and free to attend.
Board members thanked community partners and noted recent Ed Foundation fundraising that raised $1,900 through a local Marsh Island partnership.
No board action was required; staff asked members to help spread promotional materials and the district will publish flyers and social posts.
