02.14.25 - Community Newsletter
WHY does BSD offer PreK programming?
Brunswick School Department believes that providing children with a Pre-Kindergarten experience facilitates their success by nurturing their academic, social and emotional development. Our PreK for ME curriculum is intended to actively engage students in their learning, and to provide them with regular opportunities for hands-on activities and outdoor experiences. We strive to support the development of students who love learning and are resilient, empathetic, engaged members of the community. Brunswick also believes that offering public Pre-Kindergarten increases the opportunities for all students and families to equitably access high-quality, early childhood programming.
WHO is eligible for BSD PreK programming?
All children residing in Brunswick, who are 4 years old on or before 10/15/2025, are eligible.
(Children who are already 5 years old on or before 10/15/25 are eligible to register for Kindergarten only.)
WHAT kind of PreK programming will BSD offer?
All BSD PreK programs will be for full days, Monday-Friday and are free of cost to all families.
WHERE will BSD offer PreK programming?
Maine Department of Education strongly encourages school districts to work with community partners to provide high-quality early childhood education opportunities for more students.
In addition to a program at Kate Furbish Elementary School, BSD will be partnering with Family Focus, Midcoast Maine Community Action (MMCA) and Child Development Services (CDS). Family Focus is nationally accredited through the National Association of the Education for Young Children (NAEYC) and MMCA is accredited through Head Start. Both programs are a Step 4 on the Maine Early Childhood Rating Scale.
HOW will BSD determine which PreK program my child attends?
BSD will strive to create balanced classes within all of the programs.
There will be a determined number of spaces allocated for students with individualized educational plans, multilingual learners, and families who qualify socio-economically.
The remaining spaces will be determined through a lottery system.
Steps to Register for 2025-26 BSD Pre-K
Follow these steps to register your child for next year's BSD Pre-K class.
This is for the upcoming school year September 2025-June 2026.
For information about the Brunswick School Department's Pre-K programming click HERE .
For the Pre-K Application click HERE .
Phil dives into the Multilingual Mainers program, an initiative that fosters the study of world languages, cultures, and multilingualism within Brunswick Schools.
Joining the conversation are special guests:
- Dr. Margaret Boyle, Associate Professor of Hispanic Studies at Bowdoin College
- Dr. Christian Puma Ninacuri, Lecturer in Hispanic Studies at Bowdoin College
Tune in to learn more about how this program is shaping a globally-minded community in Brunswick!
Emily Dwyer
Educational Technician Pre-K Plus at KFS
Emily grew up in Brunswick and is the youngest of a large blended family! Her parents are Hugh and Sandy. Her siblings include two brothers, Nathan and Joseph and two sisters, Katie and Audrey. She feels very lucky and blessed to be an ‘Auntie’ to two sweet girls, Savannah and Quincy and soon to be a nephew, Brooks who will be here in April! Within their family they have many pets to love, Finley who is a silly, outdoor loving Australian Shepherd and Emily's dog, Cash who is a mixed breed nine year old dog who is full of love to give. Emily went to Brunswick High School and is due to start school this spring to become a certified teacher.
What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud
I am thrilled to have the opportunity to teach in Brunswick, Maine, a community that values education and fosters a love of learning. Brunswick's unique blend of coastal charm, rich history, and small-town warmth creates an ideal environment for students to grow and thrive. I am eager to become a part of this vibrant community, to work collaboratively with colleagues and families, and to contribute to the educational journey of Brunswick's students.
Fun fact! My parents are educators at two of the schools within Brunswick’s District.
What do you like to do outside of work for fun?
Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family and nieces. I enjoy spending time outdoors, hiking trails, ATVing, camping, spending time at beaches or by the water.
What is your favorite line from a movie?
“The very things that hold you down are going to lift you up.” -Dumbo
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?
My late grandfather, George Dwyer.
What is something you learned in the last week?
The oldest living land animal is a 192 year old Tortoise whose name is Jonathan!
Open Employment Positions:
- Part-time Van Drivers
- Baseball JV Coach - Brunswick High School
- Outdoor Track Head & Assistant Coaches - Brunswick Junior High School
- 7th Grade Baseball Coach - Brunswick Junior High School
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- 7th Grade Softball Coach - Brunswick Junior High School
- 8th Grade Softball Coach - Brunswick Junior High School
- Lacrosse Coaches Needed! 7th Grade, 8th Grade Boys and Girls! - Brunswick Junior High School
- Part-time School Psychologist - District
- Long Term Sub Speech Therapist - Brunswick Junior High School
- Long term Substitute Ed Tech - Brunswick Junior High School
- Special Education Ed Tech - Brunswick High School
- School Psychologist - District
- Mechanic
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- Substitute Teachers, Bus Drivers, Van Drivers, & Custodians
- ...And MORE!
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