11.08.24 - Community Newsletter
Dear Brunswick School Community,
I hope this letter finds you well! As we look ahead to the potential for inclement weather, I wanted to share our plans for those exciting Maine winter days when Mother Nature might throw some challenges our way. ❄️
Good news! We're keeping things simple by sticking with traditional snow days for this school year.
Here's how we'll keep you in the loop:
When Will You Hear From Us?
Whenever possible, I'll try to give you a heads-up the evening before if we're expecting tricky weather
On weather-event mornings, you'll receive updates via phone, text, and email
Haven't updated your contact info in PowerSchool yet? No worries! Just email powerschoolhelp@brunswicksd.org or call the helpdesk at (207) 319-1990
Stay Connected! Follow us on social media for real-time updates:
You can also catch our announcements on:
Radio: 99.5 WCME
TV: WCSH 6, WMTW 8, and WGME 13
Other Important Details If weather conditions become concerning during the school day, we'll cancel afternoon and evening activities (including clubs, sports, and other events) to ensure everyone gets home safely. Sometimes, we might face unexpected challenges like power or heating issues that could lead to early dismissal.
As your Superintendent, safety is always my top priority when making these decisions. That said, I absolutely respect that you know what's best for your family. If school is open but you feel conditions aren't safe for your student to travel, I fully support your judgment call.
Looking forward to navigating another wonderful Maine winter together, no matter what weather comes our way!
Warmly,
Dr. Potenziano
This Saturday from 10 am - 1 pm, the HBS gymnasium will be hosting Arts Are Elementary's first ever Kids Makers Market. Local kids ages 6 - 16 will be selling their very own handmade creations at over 40 booths. There will also be free kid crafts and face painting, a raffle, and concessions.
Please join us for a fun community event to cheer on your friends, shop one-of-a-kind items, and raise money to support Arts Are Elementary (AAE). AAE is a local nonprofit that brings artists into every Brunswick public pre-K through 5th grade classroom every year. Tickets to the Market are $7 in advance and $10 at the door, and kids 12 and under get in free!
Max Poulin
Ed Tech at Kate Furbish Elementary
Max lives with his fiancé Abby and their two kitties Helaina and Nelson. Max was born in Brunswick, but grew up in Lisbon. He graduated from Lisbon High School.
What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud
I've worked in Brunswick for well over a decade now in quite a few different positions and places, and I have gotten to know all kinds of people in my community. I love being able to do whatever I can to help others in my town.
What do you like to do outside of work for fun?
Outside of work I love to spend as much time outside as I can. I love the beach, going swimming, going for walks, and going for long drives with the windows down. Both my immediate and extended family is the most important thing in the world to me so I love to see them and spend as much time with them as I can. I especially love to watch movies and listen to music with my fiancé Abby and our two kitties.
What is your favorite line from a movie?
"You wanna know the real difference between us? I have class and you don't." - The Parent Trap
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?
If I could meet anyone, living or dead, I would love to meet the musician, Prince. I absolutely love him and his music. He is someone who is very important to me and I would love to be able to tell him the and maybe ask him some questions too.
What is something you learned in the last week?
Something I learned in the last week was who Kate Furbish really was! I was so fascinated to learn that she had devoted over 60 years of her life to identifying, classifying, collecting, and illustrating the native flora of Maine! I look forward to learning even more about her!
Open Employment Positions:
- School Lunch Aides - Kate Furbish School
- Long Term Substitute: Grade 8 English Language Arts - Junior High
- Winter Coaching Positions are open!
- High School Science Teacher (1 Year) - Brunswick High School
- Long Term Substitute Ed Tech - Junior High
- Long Term Substitute Ed Tech Special Ed -Harriet Beecher Stowe
- Self Contained Behavior Ed Tech - Junior High
- Special Education Pre-K Ed Tech - Kate Furbish Elementary
- School Psychologist - District
- Mechanic
- School Bus Drivers
- Apprentice/Ed Tech I & Bus Aide
- 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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