🚀 Our 3rd graders are wrapping up Google Interland and mastering digital citizenship! 💻✨
As classes finish up, they’re celebrating with Interland bracelets, Highlights magazines, and teaming up for a massive class hidden-picture puzzle. 🕵️♂️🧵
So proud of our safe online explorers! 🌟
#teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine
As classes finish up, they’re celebrating with Interland bracelets, Highlights magazines, and teaming up for a massive class hidden-picture puzzle. 🕵️♂️🧵
So proud of our safe online explorers! 🌟
#teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine
Caroline Smith
First Grade Teacher
KFS
Caroline grew up in Gorham, ME. She attended Gorham High School, graduated in 2021 from University of Southern Maine with Bachelor of Health Sciences then graduated in 2025 from University of Southern Maine after completing the Extended Teacher Education Program to earn her Maine teaching certification. Caroline's family includes her mom, Christine, Sisters, Erin and Julia and Fiancée, Jackson Fotter.
What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud
I feel proud to work in Brunswick because the staff make everyone feel supported, welcome, and like family. #BSDProud
What do you like to do outside of work for fun?
I like to try new restaurants, ski, boat, go on walks with dogs, and spend time with family and friends.
Favorite line from a movie?
"Friends don't let friends face life alone." - Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?
Jane Goodall
What is something you learned in the last week?
Dolphins give each other names in the form of unique whistles.
First Grade Teacher
KFS
Caroline grew up in Gorham, ME. She attended Gorham High School, graduated in 2021 from University of Southern Maine with Bachelor of Health Sciences then graduated in 2025 from University of Southern Maine after completing the Extended Teacher Education Program to earn her Maine teaching certification. Caroline's family includes her mom, Christine, Sisters, Erin and Julia and Fiancée, Jackson Fotter.
What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud
I feel proud to work in Brunswick because the staff make everyone feel supported, welcome, and like family. #BSDProud
What do you like to do outside of work for fun?
I like to try new restaurants, ski, boat, go on walks with dogs, and spend time with family and friends.
Favorite line from a movie?
"Friends don't let friends face life alone." - Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?
Jane Goodall
What is something you learned in the last week?
Dolphins give each other names in the form of unique whistles.
🎓 Celebrating Excellence in Leadership! 🎓
We want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate Ethan Patterson, our incredible student school board liaison! 🌟
Ethan has been nothing short of exceptional these past two years! He did an outstanding job ensuring that the student voice wasn't just heard, but truly included and valued in School Board decisions. His dedication, insight, and leadership have left a lasting impact on our school community.
✨ The BHS Legacy Tradition ✨
As is our proud tradition, we ask each outgoing school board member to choose a book to be placed in the BHS library in their honor.
📚 Ethan has chosen Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson—a powerful testament to justice, empathy, and advocacy.
Thank you, Ethan, for your service, your passion, and your brilliant leadership. We look forward to seeing how you will undoubtedly change the world for the good! 🌍✨
#StudentVoice #BHSPride #FutureLeaders #Teambrunswickme #brunswickmaine
We want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate Ethan Patterson, our incredible student school board liaison! 🌟
Ethan has been nothing short of exceptional these past two years! He did an outstanding job ensuring that the student voice wasn't just heard, but truly included and valued in School Board decisions. His dedication, insight, and leadership have left a lasting impact on our school community.
✨ The BHS Legacy Tradition ✨
As is our proud tradition, we ask each outgoing school board member to choose a book to be placed in the BHS library in their honor.
📚 Ethan has chosen Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson—a powerful testament to justice, empathy, and advocacy.
Thank you, Ethan, for your service, your passion, and your brilliant leadership. We look forward to seeing how you will undoubtedly change the world for the good! 🌍✨
#StudentVoice #BHSPride #FutureLeaders #Teambrunswickme #brunswickmaine
🎉 The Bailey 6th Grade Team recently hosted their Museum of the Millennial! Students explored the museum to learn about the Millennial generation through exhibits featuring popular toys, technology, fashion, music, and trends from the 1990s and early 2000s.
As they toured the displays, students discovered how life was different before smartphones and social media. The experience helped bring history to life while encouraging curiosity and discussion. We are proud of the engagement and enthusiasm our students showed throughout this unique learning experience! #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine
As they toured the displays, students discovered how life was different before smartphones and social media. The experience helped bring history to life while encouraging curiosity and discussion. We are proud of the engagement and enthusiasm our students showed throughout this unique learning experience! #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine
🚀 The future of science is looking bright! 🧪✨
Our amazing 5th graders have been working hard and are ready to show off their mind-blowing experiments. Come out and support our young scientists!
Science Discovery Night
🗓️ This Thursday, June 11th
⏰ 5:00-7:00pm
📍 Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School
Bring the family and prepare to be amazed! See you there! 👋🎒
#teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine
Our amazing 5th graders have been working hard and are ready to show off their mind-blowing experiments. Come out and support our young scientists!
Science Discovery Night
🗓️ This Thursday, June 11th
⏰ 5:00-7:00pm
📍 Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School
Bring the family and prepare to be amazed! See you there! 👋🎒
#teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine
Jonathan Veator
Food Service Employee
BHS
Jonathan grew up in West Newbury, MA. He attended Pentucket Regional School District, graduated from Fordham University and USM. Jon's family includes his wife, Lydia, son Beau, and daughter, Gwen.
What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud
Ensuring the students of Brunswick High School receive delicious and nutritious food.
What do you like to do outside of work for fun?
I enjoy gardening, reading, and spending time outside with my family.
Favorite line from a movie?
What's the matter? The CIA got you pushing to many pencils?
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?
Benjamin Franklin
What is something you learned in the last week?
It is very rare, but there are yellow Northern Cardinals. It is due to a mutation that does not convert certain enzymes into the bright red feathers we expect. They are one in a million. Good luck spotting one.
Food Service Employee
BHS
Jonathan grew up in West Newbury, MA. He attended Pentucket Regional School District, graduated from Fordham University and USM. Jon's family includes his wife, Lydia, son Beau, and daughter, Gwen.
What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud
Ensuring the students of Brunswick High School receive delicious and nutritious food.
What do you like to do outside of work for fun?
I enjoy gardening, reading, and spending time outside with my family.
Favorite line from a movie?
What's the matter? The CIA got you pushing to many pencils?
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?
Benjamin Franklin
What is something you learned in the last week?
It is very rare, but there are yellow Northern Cardinals. It is due to a mutation that does not convert certain enzymes into the bright red feathers we expect. They are one in a million. Good luck spotting one.
🎓✨ The moment we’ve all been waiting for! Join us as we celebrate the incredible Class of 2026 at this year’s Graduation Ceremony!
Here is everything you need to know:
📅 Date: Friday, June 12th, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6:00 PM)
📍 Location: Sidney J. Watson Arena, Brunswick, ME
🎟️ Tickets: None required—bring the whole family!
We can’t wait to cheer on our graduates. See you there! 🎉🥂 #ClassOf2026 #Graduation2026 #GraduationCeremony #BrunswickME #SidneyJWatsonArena #SeniorYear #GraduationDay #ProudGrad #mainesuperintendent #teambrunswickme #gowick
Here is everything you need to know:
📅 Date: Friday, June 12th, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6:00 PM)
📍 Location: Sidney J. Watson Arena, Brunswick, ME
🎟️ Tickets: None required—bring the whole family!
We can’t wait to cheer on our graduates. See you there! 🎉🥂 #ClassOf2026 #Graduation2026 #GraduationCeremony #BrunswickME #SidneyJWatsonArena #SeniorYear #GraduationDay #ProudGrad #mainesuperintendent #teambrunswickme #gowick
Arminda Roach
Behavior Interventionist
KFS
Arminda Roach grew up in Friendship, ME. She attended Medomak Valley High School, graduated from Ashford University and continued to take classes at CMCC and Farmington. Arminda's family includes her spouse of 25 years, three sons, (26,26 and 15), a 21 year old daughter, 2 grandsons and a granddaughter. She also has a Morkie named Frankie and 10 month old German Shepard named Nova.
What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud
I am so proud to work in Brunswick especially Kate Furbish where everyone is genuinely here for the children. They are so dedicated, so welcoming and loving and I feel so grateful to be given the opportunity to work here!
What do you like to do outside of work for fun?
I love to be at the beach/on the water! I also love traveling and love music.
Favorite line from a movie?
Goosefrabahhhhhh---from the movie Anger Management my sister and I say that all the time when we are stressed and we laugh
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?
Melissa McCarthy--she is hilarious and I love to laugh
What is something you learned in the last week?
Ways to be more efficient in my work, however I am constantly open to learning new things always! I always say progress not perfection!
Behavior Interventionist
KFS
Arminda Roach grew up in Friendship, ME. She attended Medomak Valley High School, graduated from Ashford University and continued to take classes at CMCC and Farmington. Arminda's family includes her spouse of 25 years, three sons, (26,26 and 15), a 21 year old daughter, 2 grandsons and a granddaughter. She also has a Morkie named Frankie and 10 month old German Shepard named Nova.
What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud
I am so proud to work in Brunswick especially Kate Furbish where everyone is genuinely here for the children. They are so dedicated, so welcoming and loving and I feel so grateful to be given the opportunity to work here!
What do you like to do outside of work for fun?
I love to be at the beach/on the water! I also love traveling and love music.
Favorite line from a movie?
Goosefrabahhhhhh---from the movie Anger Management my sister and I say that all the time when we are stressed and we laugh
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?
Melissa McCarthy--she is hilarious and I love to laugh
What is something you learned in the last week?
Ways to be more efficient in my work, however I am constantly open to learning new things always! I always say progress not perfection!
Celebrate these amazing student-athletes! 🎓👟 From the field to the pool, these seniors are officially taking their talents to the next level. Last week, we gathered to celebrate our newest college commits as they signed their certificates and looked toward their bright futures. Ms. Phillips shared inspiring words about their incredible athletic achievements and their dedication to extracurriculars, reminding us all of the hard work it takes to reach this milestone.
A huge thank you to the families who joined us to capture these memories! 📸✨
The Next Chapter:
Back Row:
Finn White – St. Joe's (Lacrosse)
Allan Swain – St. Joe's (Baseball)
Nieve Logan – Dickinson College (Track & Field)
Lacey Palese – Adelphi University (Track & Field)
Remy Cook – Widener College (Swimming)
Elsa Reynolds – Gettysburg College (Track & Field)
Liz Green – University of Southern Maine (Track & Field)
Front Row:
Eben White – University of New England (Lacrosse)
Jeremias Bakueti – University of Southern Maine (Soccer)
Hailie Morton – St. Joe's (Field Hockey)
Darby Brown – University of Maine, Farmington (Field Hockey)
#StudentAthlete #CollegeBound #CommitmentDay #GoTeams #SeniorSpotlight #mainesuperintendent #teambrunswickme #gowick
A huge thank you to the families who joined us to capture these memories! 📸✨
The Next Chapter:
Back Row:
Finn White – St. Joe's (Lacrosse)
Allan Swain – St. Joe's (Baseball)
Nieve Logan – Dickinson College (Track & Field)
Lacey Palese – Adelphi University (Track & Field)
Remy Cook – Widener College (Swimming)
Elsa Reynolds – Gettysburg College (Track & Field)
Liz Green – University of Southern Maine (Track & Field)
Front Row:
Eben White – University of New England (Lacrosse)
Jeremias Bakueti – University of Southern Maine (Soccer)
Hailie Morton – St. Joe's (Field Hockey)
Darby Brown – University of Maine, Farmington (Field Hockey)
#StudentAthlete #CollegeBound #CommitmentDay #GoTeams #SeniorSpotlight #mainesuperintendent #teambrunswickme #gowick
🦀🌊 Sixth graders at BJHS traded the classroom for the coast last week during their trip to Reid State Park! Students explored the rocky shoreline, discovered tide pool creatures, and got an up-close look at some fascinating hermit crabs. From carefully observing shells to learning about Maine’s coastal ecosystem, it was a day full of hands-on science, teamwork, and outdoor adventure.
A few hermit crabs may have stolen the spotlight… but luckily none hitched a ride back to school! 🐚😄 #FieldTripFun #HandsOnLearning #ReidStatePark #MiddleSchoolAdventures #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine
A few hermit crabs may have stolen the spotlight… but luckily none hitched a ride back to school! 🐚😄 #FieldTripFun #HandsOnLearning #ReidStatePark #MiddleSchoolAdventures #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine
🥳🎈 20,000 BOOKS AND COUNTING! 🎈🥳
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that a 3rd grader officially checked out our 20,000th book of the school year! We are so proud of our amazing readers! Way to crush our reading goals, HBS! 📖✨
#HBSReads #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that a 3rd grader officially checked out our 20,000th book of the school year! We are so proud of our amazing readers! Way to crush our reading goals, HBS! 📖✨
#HBSReads #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine
Eira Packard
Accounts Payable Coordinator
Central Office
Eira grew up in Gorham, ME. She attended Casco Bay High School and University of Southern Maine. Eira's family includes her two cats, Rune and Riley.
What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud
To be a part of supporting the community and helping make it work more directly
What do you like to do outside of work for fun?
Knitting & crochet, games - video and table top, cooking, and getting outside!
Favorite line from a movie?
I’m not much of a movie person, but from a favorite book “So Dr Maxwell, if the whole of history lay before you like a shining ribbon where would you go? What would you like to witness?” (Just One Damned Thing After Another by Jodi Taylor)
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?
Phyllis Latour Doyle
What is something you learned in the last week?
The gold color from sea silk (historically spun from the byssus fibers that attach a specific species of clam to rocks) comes not from dye but from the physical structure of the fibers themselves. Also, researchers have found that a related species that is currently commonly used culinarily produces byssus fibers similar
At Brunswick High School Senior Awards Night, we had over 70 students as the recipients for the Brunswick Area Student Aid Fund Award! At BASAF, their primary goal is simple: helping high school graduates transition into post-secondary education without the heavy burden of cost. By focusing on financial need and opening doors to technical and trade schools—not just traditional 4-year degrees—they are building a stronger, more skilled community together. #BASAF #Scholarships #ClassOf2024 #FinancialAid #TradeSchool #CollegeBound #EducationForAll #mainesuperintendent #teambrunswickme
Last week our 7th grade students took learning beyond the classroom with an exciting trip to Boston! 🚌📚🔬🇺🇸
Students explored the wonders of the Museum of Science before stepping back in time to learn about the American Revolution. Groups visited historic sites along the Freedom Trail, including the Old North Church, the USS Constitution, and Paul Revere’s House.
To top off an amazing day, students ended their trip at Faneuil Hall with a delicious snack and time to enjoy the historic marketplace atmosphere.
From science to history, it was a day full of discovery, hands-on learning, and unforgettable memories! #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine
Students explored the wonders of the Museum of Science before stepping back in time to learn about the American Revolution. Groups visited historic sites along the Freedom Trail, including the Old North Church, the USS Constitution, and Paul Revere’s House.
To top off an amazing day, students ended their trip at Faneuil Hall with a delicious snack and time to enjoy the historic marketplace atmosphere.
From science to history, it was a day full of discovery, hands-on learning, and unforgettable memories! #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine
🤖 Robot Day is officially HERE! 🎉
The excitement is through the roof as our third graders celebrate—and a few more classes are just a step away from earning their big day! Students are having a blast showing off their skills with Sphero Indis and Sphero Bolts, from navigating colorful paths to mastering epic rolling maneuvers. We are so proud of our mini-engineers! 🚀💻
#teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine
The excitement is through the roof as our third graders celebrate—and a few more classes are just a step away from earning their big day! Students are having a blast showing off their skills with Sphero Indis and Sphero Bolts, from navigating colorful paths to mastering epic rolling maneuvers. We are so proud of our mini-engineers! 🚀💻
#teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine
Helen Klenert
Resource Room Educational Technician
BJHS
Helen grew up in Norton, Massachusetts. She attended Norton High School and graduated from University of Maine in Orono. Helen's family includes her partner, Jake, and three cats: Pickle, Minerva, and Gume.
What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud
Seeing kindness in the halls from students and staff alike.
What do you like to do outside of work for fun?
Disc golf, gardening, and art
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?
Amelia Earhart
What is something you learned in the last week?
Dogs have been domesticated for for around 20,000 years.
Big achievements deserve a big stage! 🏆✨
Join us as we celebrate the Class of 2026 and all their hard work at Senior Awards Night. Let’s send our seniors off with a standing ovation! 🎓👏
📅 When: May 19 @ 6 PM
📍 Where: Crooker Theater
#mainesuperintendent #teambrunswickme #classof2026 #seniors #godragons
Join us as we celebrate the Class of 2026 and all their hard work at Senior Awards Night. Let’s send our seniors off with a standing ovation! 🎓👏
📅 When: May 19 @ 6 PM
📍 Where: Crooker Theater
#mainesuperintendent #teambrunswickme #classof2026 #seniors #godragons
Could you hear the Dragon spirit?! 🐉🎉
Last Friday, students at BJH cheered, competed, and had an absolute blast during our all-school assembly! From the chaos of “Save the Pizza” 🍕 to an action-packed Indiana Jones challenge and a spirited decathlon, the energy in the gym was incredible.
So much teamwork, school spirit, and laughter packed into one afternoon — BJH showed up loud and proud! 💚💛 #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine
Last Friday, students at BJH cheered, competed, and had an absolute blast during our all-school assembly! From the chaos of “Save the Pizza” 🍕 to an action-packed Indiana Jones challenge and a spirited decathlon, the energy in the gym was incredible.
So much teamwork, school spirit, and laughter packed into one afternoon — BJH showed up loud and proud! 💚💛 #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine
TENTS FOR SALE!!
(3) Marquee 20x30 frame event tents for sale. $3,000 each. Please email Scott Smith at ssmith@brunswicksd.org if you are interested.
BCEF SPRING CARNIVAL IS ON RAIN OR SHINE!!! THURSDAY 4-6PM
Looking ahead at the weather if it should hold true to rain, the Spring Carnival will be held inside Harriet Beecher Stowe School! Can't wait to see you there!
Looking ahead at the weather if it should hold true to rain, the Spring Carnival will be held inside Harriet Beecher Stowe School! Can't wait to see you there!
