Brunswick School Department

📣 Meet Reva Shende, a BHS Sophomore. Reva is a Superintendent's Student Advisory Council (SSAC) member, and I'm thrilled to introduce her to all of you. Reva is a passionate advocate for positive change in our schools. Her dedication to improving the student experience is truly inspiring. 📚✨ When asked why she wanted to be part of the SSAC, she shared: "I strive to make a positive difference in the world, and making sure the diversity and academic success of Brunswick is well maintained is important to me! " Join us in welcoming Reva, and stay tuned for her incredible contributions to our education system! 🙌💡 #StudentLeadership #EducationMatters #SSACMember #ChangeMakers #Teambrunswickme

Employee Spotlight: Cristina Ustaris -Pre-K Ed Tech, Kate Furbish Elementary School Cristina is originally from Ohio! She attended the University of Maine and received her Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering. She and her husband, Jason, have two children, Kyla and Evan. They also have a family dog named Ruby. What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud I'm so excited to join this team of educators who have taught and cared for my own children so well. What do you like to do outside of work for fun? I love to ski, bike, camp, hike, beach and craft. What is your favorite line from a movie? "That'll do, Donkey. That'll do." -Shrek If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet? Lin-Manuel Miranda What is something you learned in the last week? Although Crayola crayons come in 120 different colors, the labels are only made in 18.

Meet Catherine White, a BHS Senior.  Catherine is a Superintendent's Student Advisory Council (SSAC) member, and I'm thrilled to introduce her to all of you.  Catherine is not just a student; she's a passionate advocate for positive change in our schools.  Her dedication to improving the student experience is truly inspiring.    When asked why she wanted to be part of the SSAC, she shared: "I believe student voices are important to sparking change. Students see things that administrators might not pick up on, so it's important to have our voices heard." Join us in welcoming Catherine, and stay tuned for her incredible contributions to our education system!   #StudentLeadership #EducationMatters #SSACMember #ChangeMakers #Teambrunswickme

Exciting News! We're thrilled to announce the official unveiling of the BJH Cafeteria Courtyard art installation, made possible by the generous grant from BCEF. Join us in celebrating the incredible talent of artist Ryan Adams, who brought this project to life. #teambrunswickme

🍝 Had a blast today as a judge for the BHS Cooking Club Italian Food Competition! 🇮🇹 These young chefs brought their A-game, and I was blown away by their culinary talents. It was a feast for the senses. 🤩🍴#CookingCompetition #ItalianFood #YoungChefs #Foodie #teambrunswickme

Employee Spotlight - Justin Stygles: 5th Grade Teacher at Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School Justin grew up all over the country as a military child and has attended many different universities and graduated with various degrees - Literacy Specialist from UMaine, ETEP at USM, History Bachelors from USM, and an AAS in Horse Racing from SUNY Morrisville. He has one daughter, Rhiana, who is an Airmen First Class at Joint Base Andrews (sometimes she guards Air Force One!). What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud Great community. Smiling and happy staff. Close to home, church, and Bull Moose. There's a clear dedication to education. What do you like to do outside of work for fun? I'm what's called a "Racetracker." I visit horse racing tracks across the country or I visit Cathedrals, Shrines, and Basillicas. What is your favorite line from a movie? "Improvise, Adapt, and Overcome." If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet? St. Peter. What is something you learned in the last week? How to sync iTunes to my phone. (Yep, and I'm not ashamed of it either. I miss CD players in cars!!)

The golf team captured its THIRD consecutive KVAC league title. The Dragons were led by Charlie Austin (38), Brayden Grant (39), & Garrett Countway (39). The Dragons play in the State Qualifier tomorrow at Natanis-Tomahawk Golf Course. GO DRAGONS!!! 🏆🏆🏆 #teambrunswickme

🚀🔬🌟 Kate Furbish Elementary STEM Challenge! 🌟🔬🚀 This week our young scientists embarked on a thrilling adventure with toothpicks and marshmallows. They teamed up to build towering structures, testing their engineering skills and creativity. 🏗️🏆 Who could construct the tallest tower? The competition was fierce, and the results were jaw-dropping! From skyscrapers to intricate designs, these future engineers impressed us all. #STEMChallenge #FridayFunday #FutureEngineers #HandsOnLearning #teambrunswickme

BHS Main office Mural Update! Thanks to Eloise Johnson, Annabelle Kates, Serenity Elwell, Kat Wells, Harlow Rose and Art Teacher Mr. Williams.

Some of our Kate Furbish Elementary students recently had a blast shucking local corn for their school lunchl! There's nothing quite like the joy of discovering where your food comes from. 🌾🏫 #FarmtoTable #KindergartenAdventures #HealthyEating #Mainecorn #teambrunswickme

🏑 A Big Thank You to the BHS Girls Field Hockey Team! 🙌 We couldn't have asked for a better cheering squad during yesterday's game. Your energy and support made all the difference. It's all about that #teamspirit! 📣💪 #FieldHockeyFam #Teamwork #GameDay #teambrunswickme

🎶 Superintendent Potenziano's visit to Ms. Valente's Pre-K classroom was a symphony of learning!🎵🍎 Our little musicians were busy exploring a world of musical instruments today. 🥁🎺🎸 Their curiosity & enthusiasm filled the room with joy! 🤩🎉 #PreKAdventures #teambrunswickme

🎨 Bringing creativity to our school's heart! 🏫 Our talented students (Annabelle Kates and Serenity Elwell) are hard at work, transforming the Brunswick High School main office with their incredible mural. Stay tuned for the masterpiece in progress! 🖌️👩‍🎨👨‍🎨 #ArtisticJourney #SchoolMural #creativityatwork #teambrunswickme #brunswickmaine #schoolleadership #mainesuperintendent

Employee Spotlight: Peri Pashos - School Secretary, Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School Peri and her husband, Costas, have two children in the Brunswick Schools. Their daughter, Despina, is a sophomore at BHS, and their son, Alexander, is in 3rd grade at HBS. She grew up in Greece and attended the National University of Athens. What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud To be a part of this wonderful community with people who really care about each other! And lucky that my kids are part of the Brunswick school department! Go Brunswick!! What do you like to do outside of work for fun? Love to cook and bake, a lot :) and going to the gym to stay fit, physically & mentally! What is your favorite line from a movie? "I am Job" from Mrs. Doubtfire If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet? Alexander the Great! What is something you learned in the last week? Technology never makes you feel bored or smart enough :)

🏈📣 Homecoming Game Vibes! The cheerleaders brought the spirit, and the crowd brought the energy. And @mr.lynch21 brought the 🌮 ❓What a night of cheers, touchdowns, and school pride! 📸🎉 #BHSHomecoming #SchoolSpirit #fridaynightlights #teambrunswickeme

New Addition Alert! 🌟 We're thrilled to introduce our brand-new Adaptive Swing at Brunswick High School! 🎉♿ At BHS and Brunswick School Department, inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do, and this swing is a testament to that commitment. It's specially designed to provide an inclusive experience for all our students, regardless of their abilities. Everyone deserves a chance to soar, and now, with our adaptive swing, they can! 🙌 Tag a friend who would love to try out this amazing addition to our playground! Special thanks to Katy Baughman, Physical Therapist, and Dan Sylvester and crew! 💙 #InclusivePlay #teambrunswickme #liveworkmaine #schoolleadership #BHSAdaptiveSwing #EveryChildDeservesToPlay #InclusivityMatters

📚🏫 Join us for an Exciting Back to School Night! 🏫📚 🗓️ On September 28 🕕 Time: 6 pm to 8 pm 📍 Location: Brunswick High School Are you ready for an unforgettable evening at Brunswick High School? 🌟 It's Back to School Night, and we can't wait to welcome our incredible school community! 🙌 📋 Here's what's in store for you: ✅ Experience Student Schedules: Walk in your child's shoes as you navigate their daily routines! 📒📝 ✨ Tour the Facility: Discover all the amazing spaces where your child learns and grows! 🏫🌟 👩‍🏫 Meet Faculty: Connect with our dedicated educators who inspire excellence! 🍎👨‍🏫 This is your chance to get to know the heart of our school, ask questions, and foster a strong partnership with our teachers. 🤝 Let's work together to make this school year the best one yet! 💪 Don't forget to bring your enthusiasm and curiosity. We can't wait to see you there! 🎉 #BackToSchoolNight #BrunswickHighSchool #Community #teambrunswickme

🌿 Embracing the beauty of outdoor learning! Mr. Hanson & our pre-calculus students enjoy the fresh air & the natural classroom setting. There's no better way to explore math concepts than under the open sky. 📚🍃 #OutdoorClassroom #MathInTheWild #teambrunswickme

We are excited to announce that the @curtislibrarybrunswick Library’s Book Mobile will be making weekly visits to BJHS! The Book Mobile is a mobile library that travels throughout Brunswick and Harpswell to bring library services to the community. The Junior High will be offering this opportunity to our students every Thursday during our school-wide reading time (SSR). We would love to have your child participate in this opportunity. Students will come home with a permission slip that will allow your child to access the Book Mobile. In order to check out books, they will need an active library card. If they do not have one, please be sure to fill out the form that also went home (cards are free!) and return it to Curtis Memorial Library or have your child bring it with them when they visit the Book Mobile. #teambrunswickme #maine

🐉 🔦 Employee Spotlight - Katie Anderson Special Education Teacher at Brunswick Junior High School Katie is originally from Manchester, CT! She graduated from Central Connecticut State University and has one dog named Denali. What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud The community and how welcoming everyone is. What do you like to do outside of work for fun? Traveling, dog training, going to the beach with family and friends What is your favorite line from a movie? "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." -Ferris Bueller. If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet? No clue! What is something you learned in the last week? How to accidentally grow the biggest tomato hornworms the world has ever seen. #teambrunswickme