Oyster River News

A photo of chalk art on a sidewalk that reads" Welcome to the Spooktacular"

On October 25, 2024, Mast Way School students, parents, caregivers, staff, volunteers, ...

A photo of Mr. Bellows and students in the studio as they interview Superintendent Shaps for morning announcements.

Updated: 11/07/2024 to add a quote from Pepper Johnson. Morning starts early at...

The Brass Quintet's trumpetist explains his instrument to students in the gym,

On October 23, 2024, the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra (PSO) Brass Quintet visited Mast...

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On Thursday, October 17, 2024, Moharimet School hosted its annual Pumpkin Stroll. &nbsp...

A photograph of two students enjoying their food truck snack in the classroom. Also pictured are a couple of cardboard food trucks created by the students.

Did you know that for the past 5 years, Mrs. Pirtle’s 7th grade Health class has ...

A graphic showing a bronze badge and the caption: AP School Honor Roll 2024

DURHAM – Superintendent Dr. Robert Shaps and Principal Rebecca Noe are proud to s...

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The 2024-2025 school year will be one of poetry for Mast Way students. The school&rsquo...

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Please join us at the Oyster River Middle School (ORMS) on Friday, November 8, at 8:30 ...

A large crowd picture enjoying their meal in the Oyster River Middle School Learning Commons.

October 10 Community Dinner

October 11, 2024

A large crowd attended the October 10 Community Dinner where guests enjoyed a scrumptio...

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It's almost concert season and we have a lot of exciting opportunities to support O...

A photo of ORHS staff and students cheering on the Todd Allen Field at Oyster River High School during Spirit Day.

ORHS October 4 Spirit Day

October 8, 2024

On Friday, October 4, 2024, Oyster River High School (ORHS) students of all grade level...

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Five Oyster River High School Seniors Commended by the 2025 National Merit Scholarship ...

A photo of UNH scientists showing infrared technology to Moharimet 2nd grade students

On Friday, September 27, Moharimet School kicked off its 2024-2025 school year theme, &...

A graphic with photos of Lieutenant Kinsman and Deputy Fleming wiht the caption: Internet and Digital Safety octoebr 28

Location: Morse Recital Hall at the Oyster River Middle School (1 Coe Dr, Dur...

A graphic showing fresh root vegetables, apples, and a garden salad with the caption: Community Dinner Octoebr 10, 2024

The Oyster River Wellness Committee invites you to a community dinner celebration on&nb...

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New in 2024-2025! Two Inclusive Connections event series to offer support spaces&n...

A photo of students filling their plates with fresh vegetables in a school cafeteria.

Our breakfast and lunch menus are available here. Lunch menus are updated monthly....

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Updated 09/19/2024: On September 15, 2024, Scott Poteet and the Polaris Dawn ...

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The ORCSD will be testing its emergency mass notification system on September 12, 2024,...

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We are excited to announce the launch of a new initiative called Community Conversation...

A photo of Valerie Wolfson and Principal Sullivan in the Oyster River Middle School learning Commons

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024 Oyster River Middle School Teacher ...

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Updated: 8/26/2024 View our 2024-2025 Back to School Transportation and Safety video he...

A photo of a group of four elementary students walking towards an ORCSD school bus.

Updated: 08/28/2024 View Superintendent Shaps' back to school video here. First ...

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August 14 Meet and Greet

July 26, 2024

Please consider joining us on August 14, 2024, to meet Superintendent Robert Shaps.&nbs...