The budget season is well underway, and the Brunswick School Department represents a significant—and important—portion of the municipal budget as we work to provide a high-quality education for our 2,399 students. We encourage community members to stay informed and engaged by attending the remaining budget meetings, all held at 6:30 PM at Town Hall (85 Union Street). Please note that all meetings are subject to change.

Upcoming Dates:

• April 8, 2026 – School Board Budget Adoption
• April 13, 2026 – School Board Budget Presentation to the Town Council
• April 27, 2026 – Town Council Budget & CIP Public Hearing
• May 11, 2026 – Town Council CIP Workshop
• May 18, 2026 – Town Council Budget/CIP Adoption
• June 9, 2026 – School Budget Referendum / Election Day
  
  

Your participation is an important part of the process, and we appreciate your continued support of our schools.

Last Day of School

Due to storm days, the last day of the 2025-26 school year is now 6/24/26. This could change if further storm days are needed.

Also, please note that 6/17/26, which was scheduled to be the last student day if there were no storm days, will not be an early release as shown on the 2025-26 calendar. Rather, the last day of school will be an early release. Please see the updated calendar below.

Beyond the Likes - Social Media, Mental Health & You

The American Academy of Pediatrics Center of Excellence on Social Media and Youth Mental Health invites teens (ages 14-19) to participate in Beyond the Likes - Social Media, Mental Health & You, a free virtual youth forum on Saturday, April 18, from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm ET.

This interactive event will empower young people to navigate the digital world with confidence, engage in meaningful conversations with peers and experts, and gain practical tools for managing their digital lives. Earn a Certificate of Completion and get a chance to win prizes!

Clubs and organizations whose members participate in the forum may be eligible for a small stipend; interested groups can contact Marija Hegel at mhegel@aap.org for more information.

Register today to take part in this exciting event: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Mgqi6obwT9ibgSA7Ut6-vw#/registration

We are still accepting Pre-K applications for SY26-27. Please click here to apply!

Erika Mackin

IEP Coordinator
KFS & HBS

Erika grew up in Valatie, NY, and attended Ichabod Crane HS. She graduated from College of St. Rose (NY) for her undergraduate and University of Albany for her graduate. Erika's is married to her love, Dustin, a son, Sebastian. They have two dogs, Cooper and Suki as well as nine chickens.

What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud

I love Brunswick! We love the culture, the people, and the welcoming spirit of the town. Anytime we have friends or family visit from out of town, we bring them to Brunswick.

What do you like to do outside of work for fun?

I like to walk, hike, read books, and spend time with family. Oh, and HOCKEY!! Go Bruins and UMaine Black Bears!!

Favorite line from a movie?

Princess Leia: "I love you." Hans Solo: "I know." - Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back

If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?

My grandmother. She was a teacher and I would want to seek her wisdom!

What is something you learned in the last week?

I learned some new words in French. Duolingo streak over 300!

Paul Barron

RTI Literacy Teacher (BHS) & Bus Driver

(Previously Special Education Resource and Life Skills Teacher)

How long have you been with BSD?

Since the Fall of 2006.

What do you enjoy most about working at BSD?

The students are simply the best! I could not have better colleagues, either!

What do you plan to do on your first day of retirement?

Not worry about missing any meetings, roll over, and go back to sleep!

What do you look forward to most in your retirement years?

Spending time and traveling with my wife, Allyson.

Tell us about one of your most memorable moments while working in Brunswick.

My most memorable moment would have to be the time that my band, Mama Tried, and I played for the students in the gym during Spirit Week.

Open Employment Positions:

• World Languages Teacher - Brunswick High School
• ESY (Extended School Year) Nurse - District
• Lunch Aides- Kate Furbish Elementary School
• Long Term Sub: PreK Ed Tech - Kate Furbish School
• Self Contained Behavior Ed Tech - Kate Furbish Elementary School
• Long Term Sub Ed Tech - Kate Furbish Elementary School
• Coaching Positions have been posted! Brunswick High and Brunswick Jr. High School
• Lacrosse, Baseball, Softball, Tennis, Track, - Check them all out!
• Girls Varsity Soccer Head Coach
• Substitute Nurses, Teachers, Ed Techs, Tutors
• School Bus Drivers!!
• Apprentice/Ed Tech I & Bus Aides
• Substitute 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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