Brunswick School Department

This Week's Employee Spotlight-Joao Malongo Joao Malongo Custodian at Kate Furbish School Joao and his family are from Angola. He has been married to his wife, Michaela for fifteen years. They have a son named Jaelson who attends BHS as a Freshman. What do you like to do outside of work for fun? I like to play soccer. Favorite line from a movie? I prefer to listen to music so I don't watch too many movies. If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet? I would like to meet back up with my siblings that are back in Angola. I have not seen them for a long time. What is something you learned in the last week? I am learning the bible.

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There is a School Board meeting tonight at the Town Hall. The Public Meeting starts at 7PM. THE PUBLIC CAN VIEW OR LISTEN TO THE MEETING ON TV3 (Channel 3 on Comcast) or streaming at http://tv3hd.brunswickme.org/CablecastPublicSite/watch/1?channel=1 Or BY JOINING THE ZOOM MEETING Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone, or Android device: Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87293036301?pwd=4iAXNye2RwOcaDYMyn7ReOxW09azmN.1 Public Comments must be submitted through the Zoom Platform by “Raising your hand” and being acknowledged by the host or by entering questions in the Q&A chat.

🐉👏 A HUGE Thank You to BHS Dragon Ambassadors! 👏🐉 The Freshman Orientation on 9/3/24 was a big success, and it couldn’t have been done without the incredible help of the Dragon Ambassadors! 🎉 Your hard work, guidance, and positive energy made a huge difference in welcoming our new students and making them feel at home. 🏫💙 You truly embody what it means to be a leader and a role model in our school community. We’re so grateful for your support and school spirit! #DragonAmbassadors #FreshmanOrientation #LeadersInAction #ThankYou #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #mainelovespublicschools

The Brunswick High School Thrift is open! The Thrift is our school community clothing bank, open free to all at BHS. It is open on Tuesdays and some Fridays during FLEX. If you need something at other times, all staff members can assist a student. If you are interested in joining our club on Tuesdays, please see Maeve Donahue or Ms Kunhardt for more information. #teambrunswickme #mainelovespubliceducation #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine

📣🎉 Meet Our High School Administration & Front Office Team! 🎉📣 I'm proud to introduce the amazing team that keeps our school running smoothly every day. From helping students to supporting teachers and families, they always work hard to ensure everyone thrives! 🙌 💙💛 They proudly wear our school colors, showing their dedication and love for our students and school community. #SchoolPride #TeamSpirit #WeAre[SchoolName] #MakingADifference #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #schoolsuperintendent #mainelovespubliceducation

Employee Spotlight: Ruth Joyce Director of Special Education Ruth lives in Brunswick with her family, her husband, daughter, and son. They have a dog and two cats. Ruth grew up in Auburn and went to Edward Little High School. She is graduate of UMF and USM. What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud What makes me proud to work in Brunswick is the high value on education. What do you like to do outside of work for fun? Outside of work Ruth likes spending time with family and friends, writing, quilling (a paper art), and going to the ocean. What is your favorite line from a movie? “Isn't it splendid to think of all the things there are to find out about? It just makes me feel glad to be alive--it's such an interesting world. It wouldn't be half so interesting if we know all about everything, would it? Anne of Green Gables If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet? One of my biological great, great, great grandparents What is something you learned in the last week? How late the library is open in the summer. #teambrunswickme #maine #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine #mainelovespubliceducation

Bright smiles and excited chatter filled the air as we greeted our students getting off the buses this morning! 🚌😊 Have you seen our new playground equipment yet? I can't wait to see the kids enjoying it at HBS during recess. 🎡🏃‍♀️ #SchoolSpirit #NewPlayground #HappyLearners #teambrunswickme

Today, our Junior High counseling team executed our first annual "BeeBop Back-to-School Caravan." They received gift card donations from Bar Harbor Bank and Trust @bhbtsocial and fresh muffins from @wildoatsbakery. They made goodie bags for approximately 20 students who struggled with attendance last year and hit the road. They took a bus, played music, and dropped in on some kiddos (we told them we were coming through RMT). #teambrunswickme @countmeinmaine @brunswickme #mainelovespublicschools

We had a fantastic time at the Brunswick Job Fair today! 🎉 Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to learn more about career opportunities at Brunswick. We enjoyed meeting so many talented job seekers and sharing what makes our Brunswick School Department a great place to work. Missed us at the fair? No worries! Check out our current job openings at brunswicksd.org #BrunswickJobFair #NowHiring #CareerOpportunities #teambrunswickme

Just wrapped up recording an ad at WCME Radio Midcoast Maine! We're spreading the word about exciting open positions with Brunswick School Department. Keep an ear out for the spot and check out our website for job listings if you're interested in joining our team. #EducationCareers #BrunswickME #NowHiring #teambrunswickme

Superintendent’s Notebook: New school year, new home for the Brunswick School Department Where did summer go? It seems like only yesterday we were congratulating our 2024 graduating class, and now we’re preparing to welcome students for the 2024–2025 school year. The beginning of a school year is an exciting time. Many students are experiencing a first — first day in pre-K, elementary school, junior high or high school. For some, it may be the first day in the Brunswick school system. Here at the Brunswick School Department, we are experiencing a first as well. Our Central Office has moved into the former site of the Coffin School, and I think visitors will be pleased with the new location. Click the link 🔗🖇️ in my bio to read the rest of the Superintendent’s Notebook. #teambrunswickme #schoolsuperintendent

It's August and the BSD Administrative Team are already on the same page! Here’s to a successful 2024-2025 School Year-We can not wait to welcome back our students!#teambrunswickme #schoolsuperintendent #maineschools #brunswickmaine #dadclothes

✨ Exciting News! ✨ Our cleaning crew just steam-cleaned all the seats at the Crooker Theatre! 🎭✨ Your comfort and safety are our top priorities, and we can’t wait to welcome you back to a fresher, cleaner, and more comfortable theatre experience. Come enjoy the shows this year in pristine surroundings! #teambrunswickme #CrookerTheatre #SteamCleaning #FreshStart #TheatreLovers #CleanAndSafe

Look who stopped by our new offices today! Dan Dearing! @brunswickhigh_xc_and_track It's always great to connect with staff. Be sure to stop by if you are in the neighborhood. #NewOffice #Brunswickme #SchoolSuperintendent #maine #brunswickmaine

Congratulations are in order! Kent Spaulding, Brunswick School Bus Driver, placed 2nd in the state-wide driver's skills course and the written test at the Maine MAPT (Maine Association for Pupil Transportation) - 51st Annual School Transportation Safety Conference & Trade Show last week. We are proud of you, Kent. Way to go! #teambrunswickme #mainebusdriver #brunswickmaine

Come support the Brunswick Community Education Foundation by attending The Landing Block Party on August 2nd from 4-9PM! BCEF will benefit from 10% of all proceeds from the Party. Please see the flyer for all the details!

Introducing and welcoming back Jacob Goldstone as our new Assistant Principal at Brunswick High School🎉💥 Jacob brings a wealth of experience and a passion for education. He began his career as a Special Educator in Chicago. In 2015, he moved to Maine and taught math at Brunswick High School for five years. Most recently, he has served as a Teaching Strategist at King Middle School in Portland, where he worked with teachers and administrators to develop meaningful interdisciplinary projects, achieve equitable outcomes for all students, and support teachers in doing what they do best—teach! Jacob has a Master of Science in Education from Johns Hopkins University and earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Chicago. Jacob lives in Brunswick with his wife, Calla, and their two-year-old son, Elliot. An active community member, he has coached soccer and enjoys climbing, reading, and cooking. #teambrunswickme #brunswickmaine #schoolsuperintendent #maine #assistantprincipal

Shout out to Holly Morgan, BCBA, and Matt McGreevy pictured. They work hard to provide quality professional development opportunities to our staff. Thank You! #teambrunswickme #superintendent #maine brunswickmaine

Welcome, Rich Osmer, our new IT Administrator! 🖥️👨‍💻 Rich joins our district tech department from Kate Furbish Elementary School. Rich brings enthusiasm for continuous learning and problem-solving. He says, "Working in the BSD IT Department means I'm always learning new things and facing new challenges. Something is always changing!" Rich looks forward to collaborating across the district, adding, "In this new role, I'll get to interact with staff district-wide, which means meeting and helping lots of great educators and support teams!" Please join us in welcoming Rich to our school community! #NewTeamMember #EdTech #SchoolIT #maine #teambrunswickme #superintendent