04.11.25 - Community Newsletter

Community Newsletter
Friday, April 11, 2025
Brunswick High School Resource Guide
Brunswick High School Resource Guide
Brunswick High School is committed to supporting the well-being of our students and families. The high school has developed a Resource Guide featuring local and national services for mental health, crisis support, intimate partner violence, sexual violence, substance use, and more. Whether seeking immediate assistance or ongoing support, this guide connects you with trusted organizations like 988, the Maine Crisis Line, NAMI Maine, and many others.
Reach My Teach New Feature Alert!
Reach My Teach works hard to ensure accurate instant translation—running reliability tests and using multiple providers. But even with the best efforts, things can still get lost in translation. Families can now flag confusing or inaccurate translations, helping their team and interpreters review and improve messages—so nothing gets missed.
KFS Book Fair is Open!
KFS is hosting a Book Fair! The Fair is open to the public on Friday April 11th from 4-6 PM and Saturday April 12th 9-11 AM.
Kate Furbish School at 75 Jordan Ave!
"Move the Rock" Memorial Fundraiser Update
Donations can be made out to Brunswick School Department and mailed to 20 Barrows St. Brunswick, ME 04011. Please note "Move the Rock" in the memo. The unveiling of the plaque is scheduled tentatively for 5/23.
Please click here for a recent interview and more information about this project.
Brunswick Educators Present at Conference
Yesterday, a team of administrators from our district had the opportunity to attend the Maine Inclusive Education Conference, "Reimagining Education: Empowering All Learners, Embracing All Abilities," at the Augusta Civic Center.
We’re especially proud to share that the following staff members from KFS presented on their incredible work with Maine’s for ME Instructional Programs in Pre-K through Grade 2:
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Annie Young, Principal
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Kim Jordan, ESOL Teacher
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Emma Pereira, Grade 2 Teacher
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Melissa Ward, K Resource Room Ed Tech
Their dedication to inclusive, innovative practices continues to make a meaningful impact on our students and community. Bravo to the whole team!
Retirement Recognition - Shawne McCord
Shawne McCord
Literacy Interventionist at HBS
How long have you been with BSD?
11 years
What do you enjoy most about working at BSD?
I enjoy witnessing my students' enthusiastic sparkles when after mistakes and practice they make progress.
What do you plan to do on your first day of retirement?
I will take a challenging hike in a gorgeous spot with friends. It will be near water so we can make some big splashes along the way.
What do you look forward to most in your retirement years?
I most look forward to having time to be a positive power and live life to it’s fullest. I will use the time to do my part in making our world better, to be with family and friends near and far, and to improve my poetry, photography and other artistic endeavors.
Tell us about one of your most memorable moments while working in Brunswick.
One of my most memorable moments was both very challenging and rewarding. It was when I presented SPEAK UP as professional development for staff at HBS. SPEAK UP provides a structure for confronting conflict with kindness. It specifically addresses diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Contact me if you would like to learn more.
Brunswick School Department is Hiring!
Open Employment Positions:
- Lunch Aides - Kate Furbish Elementary School
- Long Term Substitute: BHS Music Teacher (Choral) - Brunswick High School
- Field Hockey Varsity and JV Coaches - Brunswick High School
- Long Term Sub Math - Brunswick High School
- Long Term Sub English - Brunswick High School
- Long Term Sub Grade 1 Teacher - Kate Furbish Elementary School
- Substitute Social Worker - Harriet Beecher Stowe School
- Long Term Sub Speech Therapist - Brunswick Junior High School
- School Psychologist - District
- Mechanic
- School Bus Drivers - 2 Positions Open!
- Apprentice/Ed Tech I & Bus Aides
- Substitute Teachers, Bus Drivers, Van Drivers, & Custodians
- ...And MORE!
We're hiring for multiple positions. Visit our website to view
all current employment opportunities!
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