Kathy Tuttle
Physical Education Teacher
BHS
How long have you been with BSD?
41 years
What do you enjoy most about working at BSD?
I absolutely love working with students. It has been a privilege to have had so many over the past years. If I look back and tally there probably have been over 5000. Each student comes in with a different story and I love getting to know them and watch them grow from their freshmen to senior year. I get to bond and connect with a large majority and become part of their high school life.
I have also been honored to work with some many talented colleagues and have made so many lasting friendships. Brunswick High School has been the only school I have ever taught at. I have enjoyed my years so much that I have never left!
What do you plan to do on your first day of retirement?
Ohhhh there are so many choices. I will not say sleep in because I am an early morning riser. It will be nice not to have to commute from Portland. I will probably go to breakfast with several of my retired high school friends and spend my day without having it relegated to a bell.
What do you look forward to most in your retirement years?
I look forward to spending time with family and friends, reading throughout the day, taking long walks, floating at the lake and traveling not on school vacation week!
Tell us about one of your most memorable moments while working in Brunswick.
I have been here so many years that I do not have one specific memory that stands out, No day was ever the same which made my job so fun. I am very proud of our students and their successes and accomplishments and I hope that I have made a difference in their lives. I enjoy when I see students in their young adult or adult lives become productive members of our community. Over the past many years I have also had the opportunity to have their children.
I also hope that they have enjoyed something in Physical Education that they will continue throughout a lifetime.
Physical Education Teacher
BHS
How long have you been with BSD?
41 years
What do you enjoy most about working at BSD?
I absolutely love working with students. It has been a privilege to have had so many over the past years. If I look back and tally there probably have been over 5000. Each student comes in with a different story and I love getting to know them and watch them grow from their freshmen to senior year. I get to bond and connect with a large majority and become part of their high school life.
I have also been honored to work with some many talented colleagues and have made so many lasting friendships. Brunswick High School has been the only school I have ever taught at. I have enjoyed my years so much that I have never left!
What do you plan to do on your first day of retirement?
Ohhhh there are so many choices. I will not say sleep in because I am an early morning riser. It will be nice not to have to commute from Portland. I will probably go to breakfast with several of my retired high school friends and spend my day without having it relegated to a bell.
What do you look forward to most in your retirement years?
I look forward to spending time with family and friends, reading throughout the day, taking long walks, floating at the lake and traveling not on school vacation week!
Tell us about one of your most memorable moments while working in Brunswick.
I have been here so many years that I do not have one specific memory that stands out, No day was ever the same which made my job so fun. I am very proud of our students and their successes and accomplishments and I hope that I have made a difference in their lives. I enjoy when I see students in their young adult or adult lives become productive members of our community. Over the past many years I have also had the opportunity to have their children.
I also hope that they have enjoyed something in Physical Education that they will continue throughout a lifetime.
Kendra Smith
Fourth Grade Teacher
HBS
Kendra grew up in in Greenville and Old Town, Maine. She attended Old Town High School and graduated from University of Maine (undergrad) and Colorado college (grad school). Kendra's family includes her husband, Austin, a daughter Adeline at HBS and son Jonah at KFS.
What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud
I am proud to work in Brunswick alongside incredible educators, serving the same community where I live and where my children attend school!
What do you like to do outside of work for fun?
I love to read, bake, exercise, enjoy the great outdoors, and go on adventures with my family!
Favorite line from a movie?
I prefer books to movies, and this quote from Fredrik Backman's My Friends inspires me in my day-to-day work: "The world is full of miracles, but none greater than how far a young person can be carried by someone else’s belief in them."
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?
Jane Goodall
What is something you learned in the last week?
This past week I re-learned how I am a much better educator when I am relaxed and let myself have fun with my students!
Fourth Grade Teacher
HBS
Kendra grew up in in Greenville and Old Town, Maine. She attended Old Town High School and graduated from University of Maine (undergrad) and Colorado college (grad school). Kendra's family includes her husband, Austin, a daughter Adeline at HBS and son Jonah at KFS.
What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud
I am proud to work in Brunswick alongside incredible educators, serving the same community where I live and where my children attend school!
What do you like to do outside of work for fun?
I love to read, bake, exercise, enjoy the great outdoors, and go on adventures with my family!
Favorite line from a movie?
I prefer books to movies, and this quote from Fredrik Backman's My Friends inspires me in my day-to-day work: "The world is full of miracles, but none greater than how far a young person can be carried by someone else’s belief in them."
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?
Jane Goodall
What is something you learned in the last week?
This past week I re-learned how I am a much better educator when I am relaxed and let myself have fun with my students!
On Monday May 4th, we rolled out the red carpet for the best teachers and staff around 🎉☕🐉 Confetti, balloons, coffee, Wickston the blow-up dragon, and lots of appreciation to kick off Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week at Brunswick High School. Thank you for all you do to make our school community amazing every single day! 💙💛 #brunswickhighschool #teambrunswickme #mainesuperintendent #teacherstaffappreciationweek
Today we celebrate the bridge between education and health. Thank you for keeping our students safe, healthy, and ready to learn! Recognizing the dedication, expertise, and compassion of our school nurses today. You are essential! 🌟📚🩺 #mainesuperintendent #teambrunswickme #schoolnursesday #appreciateyourschoolnurses
Happy Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week! 🍎✨
This week, we celebrate the incredible educators and staff who make our schools such special places to learn, grow, and belong. From classrooms to cafeterias, front offices to buses—your impact is felt everywhere, every day.
Thank you for your dedication, care, and the countless ways you show up for our students. 💙 #TeacherAppreciationWeek #Grateful #SchoolCommunity #ThankYou #brunswickschooldepartment #teambrunswickme #mainesuperintendent
This week, we celebrate the incredible educators and staff who make our schools such special places to learn, grow, and belong. From classrooms to cafeterias, front offices to buses—your impact is felt everywhere, every day.
Thank you for your dedication, care, and the countless ways you show up for our students. 💙 #TeacherAppreciationWeek #Grateful #SchoolCommunity #ThankYou #brunswickschooldepartment #teambrunswickme #mainesuperintendent
RETIREMENT SPOTLIGHT
Shauna Jeppson
English Teacher
BHS
How long have you been with BSD?
20 years with Brunswick; 36 years in education.
What do you enjoy most about working at BSD?
Working with students and my associations with the staff at the high school.
What do you plan to do on your first day of retirement?
Run around screaming "I'm Done! I'm Done! I'm Done!" Take a nap and start new projects.
What do you look forward to most in your retirement years?
Relaxing, traveling, hanging with the grandkids, traveling some more, learning new things, and enjoying each day.
Tell us about one of your most memorable moments while working in Brunswick.
During the only school evacuation drill, I and another teacher and quite a few students huddled in a corner waiting and waiting and waiting to be evacuated to the junior high. Inadvertently, we were forgotten and spent the entire time in my room. It was both comical and frustrating. I learned the importance of drills.
Ionelia Serban
Educational Technician
KFS
Ionelia grew up in Bucharest, Romania and attended school in Focsani. She graduated college in Bucharest. Ionelia's family includes her husband, Cosmin and two boys, Sebastian (9) and Vladimir (7).
What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud
All the kids and all the teachers I work with.
What do you like to do outside of work for fun?
I love to take long walks, visits different places and I like to do shopping.
Favorite line from a movie?
"I like you very much. Just as you are." - Mark Darcy in Bridget Jones's Diary
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?
My grandparents
What is something you learned in the last week?
I learned that is easy to be happy.
Educational Technician
KFS
Ionelia grew up in Bucharest, Romania and attended school in Focsani. She graduated college in Bucharest. Ionelia's family includes her husband, Cosmin and two boys, Sebastian (9) and Vladimir (7).
What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud
All the kids and all the teachers I work with.
What do you like to do outside of work for fun?
I love to take long walks, visits different places and I like to do shopping.
Favorite line from a movie?
"I like you very much. Just as you are." - Mark Darcy in Bridget Jones's Diary
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?
My grandparents
What is something you learned in the last week?
I learned that is easy to be happy.
Double the appreciation today! 🎉
Happy School Principals Day and Happy School Lunch Hero Day!
Thank you to our incredible principals for your leadership and dedication, and to our amazing cafeteria staff for keeping our students fueled and cared for each day. Our schools are stronger because of you—we appreciate you all! 💙🍎 #mainesuperintendent #teambrunswickme #principalsday #lunchheroday #brunswickschooldepartment
Happy School Principals Day and Happy School Lunch Hero Day!
Thank you to our incredible principals for your leadership and dedication, and to our amazing cafeteria staff for keeping our students fueled and cared for each day. Our schools are stronger because of you—we appreciate you all! 💙🍎 #mainesuperintendent #teambrunswickme #principalsday #lunchheroday #brunswickschooldepartment
Our 3rd Brunswick High School Dragon Leadership Collaborative of the year took place at Cram Alumni House at Bowdoin College!
Today’s focus: Creating Healthy Group Traditions with Meredith Stewart of StopHazing 💬
Our student leaders continue to build positive, inclusive cultures across academics, athletics, the arts, and beyond—and we’re so proud of the work they’re doing to lead with purpose. 🐉✨ #DragonLeadership #BHSDragons #StudentLeaders #LeadWithPurpose #StopHazing #BrunswickME #teambrunswickme #mainesuperintendent
Today’s focus: Creating Healthy Group Traditions with Meredith Stewart of StopHazing 💬
Our student leaders continue to build positive, inclusive cultures across academics, athletics, the arts, and beyond—and we’re so proud of the work they’re doing to lead with purpose. 🐉✨ #DragonLeadership #BHSDragons #StudentLeaders #LeadWithPurpose #StopHazing #BrunswickME #teambrunswickme #mainesuperintendent
Students and staff at Kate Furbish launched a community project now embraced across the entire Brunswick School Department—from our youngest learners to graduating seniors. Each student shared how they show kindness and fairness, creating “Hands of Compassion” that will come together in a vibrant display. This project highlights what makes our schools special: a shared commitment to compassion, inclusion, and respect for all. #mainesuperintendent #teambrunswickme #brunswickschooldept
🎙️✨ Big voices, bold ideas, and a whole lot of creativity!
BJHS students took over the airwaves at WBOR at Bowdoin College, hosting their very first-ever radio show! From music picks to lively conversations, students got a real taste of what it’s like behind the mic.
This hands-on experience gave them a chance to build confidence, collaborate, and share their voices with a wider audience—proving that learning can happen anywhere… even on the radio! 📻
And the best part? This is just the beginning—stay tuned for even more student-led shows coming next year! 😄
#teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine #BrunswickJuniorHS
BJHS students took over the airwaves at WBOR at Bowdoin College, hosting their very first-ever radio show! From music picks to lively conversations, students got a real taste of what it’s like behind the mic.
This hands-on experience gave them a chance to build confidence, collaborate, and share their voices with a wider audience—proving that learning can happen anywhere… even on the radio! 📻
And the best part? This is just the beginning—stay tuned for even more student-led shows coming next year! 😄
#teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine #BrunswickJuniorHS
They’re the first smile of the morning and the safe ride home in the afternoon 🚌💛
Today we celebrate our incredible bus drivers for the care, patience, and dedication they show every single day. Thank you for keeping our students safe and supported—Happy School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! #mainesuperintendent #teambrunswickme #brunswickschooldept #schoolbusdrivers
Today we celebrate our incredible bus drivers for the care, patience, and dedication they show every single day. Thank you for keeping our students safe and supported—Happy School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! #mainesuperintendent #teambrunswickme #brunswickschooldept #schoolbusdrivers
Our schools are stronger because of you 💙
This Volunteer Appreciation Week, we’re celebrating the time, energy, and heart our volunteers give every single day. From lending a hand to lifting others up—you make a difference, and we’re so grateful! #teambrunswickme #mainesuperintendent #volunteerappreciationweek #brunswickschooldept
This Volunteer Appreciation Week, we’re celebrating the time, energy, and heart our volunteers give every single day. From lending a hand to lifting others up—you make a difference, and we’re so grateful! #teambrunswickme #mainesuperintendent #volunteerappreciationweek #brunswickschooldept
🎶 We’re proud to share that Brunswick has once again been named one of NAMM’s Best Communities for Music Education—for the 9th year in a row! This recognition reflects the incredible dedication of our students, teachers, administrators, and community. Thank you to everyone who supports and believes in the power of music education. While we celebrate this achievement, we remain committed to growing, improving, and strengthening our program for years to come. With gratitude, 🎵 The BSD Music Team #musicdepartment #teambrunswickme #mainesuperintendent #brunswickschooldepartment
MAPT Regionals Safety Conference
On April 22nd, members of our transportation team attended the MAPT Regional Safety Conference. Our Rick Ryan placed 2nd and Abby Dailey placed 3rd in the School Bus Driver’s Skills Competition and our team brought home home the Team Award!
#mesuperintendent #schoolbusdriver #safetyfirst #teambrunswickme
Shoutout to our Central Office admin professionals—Assistant to the Superintendent, Special Education, Human Resources, Facilities, Payroll, Financial Accounts and Accounts Payable—for the countless details you manage, the problems you solve, and the support you provide to our staff and students every single day. We appreciate you more than words can say! 👏💙 #AdminProfessionalsDay #Teamwork #Gratitude #mainesuperintendent #teambrunswickme #centraloffice #brunswickschooldepartment
Behind the scenes and making it all happen—today we celebrate the heart of our school 💙
Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the ones who keep everything running smoothly, support everyone who walks through the door, and do it all with care and dedication. We appreciate you more than you know! #brunswickschooldept #mainesuperintendent #teambrunswickme #adminprofessionalsday
Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the ones who keep everything running smoothly, support everyone who walks through the door, and do it all with care and dedication. We appreciate you more than you know! #brunswickschooldept #mainesuperintendent #teambrunswickme #adminprofessionalsday
Richard Hudak
Educational Technician III
BJHS
Richard grew up in Yonkers, NY, and attended Stepinac High School in Whiteplains, NY. He graduated with a doctorate in Sociology from Boston College and Peace Studies from Manhattan College. Richard's family includes two adult children who live in Colorado and New Hampshire.
What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud
Brunswick has a professional staff with high morale and is institutionally committed to celebrating diversity.
What do you like to do outside of work for fun?
I enjoy yoga, road cycling, and hiking.
Favorite line from a movie?
"You got a suit? Suit up." —Captain America from "The Avengers."
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?
Mohandas K. Gandhi
What is something you learned in the last week?
I learned that a campfire actually occurs in the air above the wood.
Educational Technician III
BJHS
Richard grew up in Yonkers, NY, and attended Stepinac High School in Whiteplains, NY. He graduated with a doctorate in Sociology from Boston College and Peace Studies from Manhattan College. Richard's family includes two adult children who live in Colorado and New Hampshire.
What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud
Brunswick has a professional staff with high morale and is institutionally committed to celebrating diversity.
What do you like to do outside of work for fun?
I enjoy yoga, road cycling, and hiking.
Favorite line from a movie?
"You got a suit? Suit up." —Captain America from "The Avengers."
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?
Mohandas K. Gandhi
What is something you learned in the last week?
I learned that a campfire actually occurs in the air above the wood.
Reminder: No school tomorrow (4/17) and Spring Break is right around the corner! 🌼✨
Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing, and FUN break—see you back on Monday, April 27 (Black Day for BHS)! 🐉💛 #mainesuperintendent #teambrunswickme #springbreak #aprilvacation #brunswickschooldistrict
Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing, and FUN break—see you back on Monday, April 27 (Black Day for BHS)! 🐉💛 #mainesuperintendent #teambrunswickme #springbreak #aprilvacation #brunswickschooldistrict
Our 7th graders on Team Jewell explored maple sugaring as part of their Wabanaki Studies unit! 🍁
Students collected sap from trees at BJH and learned how to boil it down to make their own delicious syrup while connecting to Wabanaki traditions. Learning has never tasted so good!
#teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine #BrunswickJuniorHS
Students collected sap from trees at BJH and learned how to boil it down to make their own delicious syrup while connecting to Wabanaki traditions. Learning has never tasted so good!
#teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine #BrunswickJuniorHS
