March 15, 2020
PORTLAND---Due to the current situation regarding COVID-19 that continues to evolve globally, all of Maine’s Catholic schools will close through at least March 29. All future decisions regarding school closures will be based upon guidance from the Maine Department of Education and protecting the health and safety of our school communities.
“Parents and guardians are hearing from their respective principals regarding the distance learning procedures that have been established for their children,” said Marianne Pelletier, superintendent of Maine Catholic Schools. “I am very grateful for the proactive efforts of our school administrators to have these materials and plans already in place.”
 
Catholic Schools in Maine include All Saints School (St. John Campus/St. Mary Campus) in Bangor, Cheverus High School in Portland, Holy Cross School in South Portland, Mount Merici Academy in Waterville, St. Brigid School in Portland, Saint Dominic Academy (Auburn Campus/Lewiston Campus), St. James School in Biddeford, St. John’s Catholic School in Brunswick, St. John Regional Catholic School in Winslow, St. Michael School in Augusta, and St. Thomas School in Sanford.
 
“The Office of Maine Catholic Schools is committed to providing children with an academic and spiritual experience that will help shape them as lifelong learners and confident contributors in society,” said Pelletier. “Working with our parents and guardians to educate the students on how to face difficulties and overcome challenges in life is a key part of that mission.”
 
Status updates on the closures will be provided when changes occur. 
 
For more information, contact Dave Guthro, Communications Director at the Diocese of Portland, at dave.guthro@portlanddiocese.org.