Biddeford Center of Technology

On behalf of the staff at Biddeford Regional Center of Technology (BRCOT), we are excited to welcome both our new and returning students to the 2026–2027 school year. We look forward to another year filled with opportunities for students to develop technical skills, explore career pathways, and prepare for future success in college, careers, and the workforce. Included within this newsletter are a variety of important documents and resources that you may find helpful as we begin the school year. We encourage both students and families to review the enclosed information carefully to ensure a smooth and successful start.

Please see the section regarding BRCOT's start day by sending schools below. We would also like to invite you to our BRCOT Open House on Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. This event provides an excellent opportunity for students and families to meet instructors, tour our facilities, and learn more about the programs and opportunities available at BRCOT.

Our staff will be available throughout the evening to answer questions and provide information about program expectations, supplies, certifications, internships, dual enrollment opportunities, and student experiences.

We are proud of the opportunities BRCOT provides and look forward to partnering with students and families throughout the year. Together, we will continue to build the skills, knowledge, and experiences that prepare students for success beyond high school.

Thank you for choosing BRCOT. We are excited to begin another outstanding year with you!

Best Regards,

Paulette Bonneau, Director

Mike Bailey, Asst. Director

• 9/4/26: No School
• 9/7/26: Holiday-No School
• 9/17/26:BRCOT Open House 4:30 pm-6:30 pm
• 10/9/26: Teacher Professional Development-No School
• 10/12/26: Holiday-No School

We are excited to welcome our new and returning students to the Biddeford Regional Center of Technology (BRCOT) for the start of the 2026–2027 school year!

Due to the different school calendars of our sending schools, students will begin attending BRCOT on the following dates:

Wednesday, September 2

• Biddeford High School
• Kennebunk High School
• Old Orchard Beach High School

• Thornton Academy

Below is the BRCOT 2026-2027 school year schedule, it may vary a bit from sending schools and the schools work together to keep our students informed of changes or differences.

As of August 1, 2026, Maine has enacted a state law addressing student use of cell phones, smart watches, and other personal electronic devices during the school day. In response, the Biddeford School Committee has adopted Policy JICJ – Student Use of Cell Phones and Other Electronic Devices, which governs the use of these devices in our schools. This policy aligns with BRCOT’s established practices and procedures and supports our commitment to providing students with a safe, focused, and productive learning environment.

Members of the BRCOT learning community believe that students learn best in classrooms that are free from unnecessary distractions and disruptions. To support student learning and ensure consistent expectations, instructors will require students to place cell phones, smart watches, and other personal electronic devices in designated classroom storage containers upon arrival to class.

Devices must remain turned off and stored for the entire class period. Students will be able to retrieve their devices at the conclusion of class.

We appreciate the support of our students, families, and sending schools as we work together to maintain an environment where students can remain engaged, develop career-ready skills, and make the most of their time at BRCOT. Click below for the behavior response rubric.

Authorized exceptions may be made and documented by the school nurse or building administrator for specific health or safety purposes.

Here at BRCOT we have a permission form that we ask all students to complete, there is three separate areas for parents/guardians to check/sign and date. Click the button below for the permission for and then have students return the completed form to their instructor.

Driving a car or riding with another student to BRCOT is a privilege that some students like to take part in. The permission slips below will need to be completed and turned into the office in COT 1 by the end of the first week of school and a part of that form is getting a signature of a sending school administrator. Students and guardians then will receive an email from Asst. Director Mr. Bailey these privileges. Below are buttons where you can click to access the form.

If your student will be gone for a personal or Family Vacation it is important that this form is filled out. It is important that a plan be made as early as possible to make up the missed school work that can include lab/clinical hours. Most of our programs have a number of hours that must be completed by students in order to successfully complete the program for certification or licensing. This is separate for what you may need to be completed at the students sending school. Click the button below to access the form.

If a BRCOT student is not feeling well and not going to be in school please call BRCOT at (207) 282-1501 or email sinkpen@biddefordschools.me or mjohnson@biddefordschools.me Students should also email their instructor to connect on work needed to be made up.

Here at BRCOT we use Infinite Campus, students and parents are able to have their own log in to be able to check on attendance, grades and any possible owed work. Click the button below.

If you are taking part in a course that offers dual enrollment the hand out linked below will have instructions of how to sign up for your class.

Paulette Bonneau, Director

Email: paulette.b@biddefordschools.me
Website: https://www.biddefordschools.me/o/brct
Location: 10 Maplewood Avenue, Biddeford, ME, USA
Phone: 207-282-1501
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BiddefordRegionalCenterOfTechnology