Brunswick Junior High School

Our 8th graders stepped into the tank to pitch their Community Service Project proposals, and WOW did they impress the sharks! 🎤💡 With creative ideas, thoughtful presentations, and some fantastic props, our students showed how they can turn big ideas into meaningful action for their community.

A huge thank-you to our guest judges for sharing their time, expertise, and feedback with our aspiring changemakers! 🧡🖤 #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine #BrunswickJuniorHS

BJH students took time to learn, reflect, and remember on Friday, September 11th. 🇺🇸 Our 6th graders explored the history and impact of September 11 and created class murals to honor those who were affected. Our 8th graders had the opportunity to hear from a guest speaker and learn through a personal perspective. We are grateful for these meaningful opportunities to remember, reflect, and learn together. #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine #BrunswickJuniorHS

🏗️ Teamwork in action at BJH! Our 8th-grade students in Community Outreach took on the Tallest Straw Tower Challenge! Working together, students had to communicate, problem-solve, and get creative to build the tallest tower possible using a limited number of straws. A little competition + a lot of teamwork made for a great way to kick off the year! 💪 #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine #BrunswickJuniorHS

💙 Starting the year with connection! Our first week back at BJH kicked off our SEL BARR program, focused on building strong relationships and a sense of belonging. Over the next few weeks, advisors will interview each advisee, taking time to listen, connect, and get to know each student. We’re excited to make sure every student feels known, valued, and supported as we begin the school year! #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine #BrunswickJuniorHS

🌲✨ Last week, our 8th graders had the incredible opportunity to spend a day at Chewonki, diving into team-building challenges, outdoor adventures, and hands-on learning.

From problem-solving activities to working together on physical challenges, students practiced collaboration, communication, and perseverance—all while enjoying the beautiful Maine outdoors. 💪🌿

We’re so proud of the way our students supported one another and grew stronger as a community. 💙

#Teamwork #Chewonki #StrongerTogether#teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine #BrunswickJuniorHS

🌟 Expeditionary Learning 🌟

This week, our 7th graders on Jewell Island launched their Expeditionary Unit on Community—a theme that encourages students to explore how connections with people, places, and the environment shape who we are.

On Tuesday, they kicked things off with a trip to Wolf Neck State Park, where they experienced firsthand the power of community in nature. From working together on activities to learning about local ecosystems, students began to see how collaboration and care extend far beyond the classroom. 🌲💙

We can’t wait to see how their understanding of “community” grows throughout this journey!
#teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine #BrunswickJuniorHS

🎉We’re thrilled to kick off another amazing school year with our Brunswick Junior High leadership team at the helm—Principal Laurie Catanese and Assistant Principal Gabe Schuft!

They’ve already been spotted “sliding” into the year with excitement and ready to “climb” every challenge right alongside our students—especially on the brand-new playground equipment. 😉

Here’s to a year of growth, fun, and reaching new heights together! 💙
#Teamwork #mainesuperintendent #teambrunswickme #BrunswickJuniorHS

🤝 The first few weeks of school are all about building connections and setting the tone for a great year ahead! 💡

Our 8th-grade Community Outreach students are exploring the power of collaboration, teamwork, and supporting one another through a picture sorting activity. 🌟

Here’s to teamwork, growth, and a strong community—together we achieve more! 💪📚
#teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #BrunswickJuniorHS #StrongerTogether #BackToSchool

✨👩‍🏫🚌 Welcome to Brunswick! 🚌👨‍🏫✨

We recently welcomed our newest teachers for district orientation. As part of our induction process they hopped on one of our clean propane buses for a tour of town, and got a warm BSD welcome from their new mentor colleagues! 💙💛

A huge thank you to #WildOats for donating a delicious lunch to help fuel the day—we’re grateful for your support of our educators. 🙌

#BSDproud #WelcomeNewTeachers #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #maineschools #newteacher

🍎📋 Parents & Students: Need to find your school's lunch menu?

It's easier than you think! Here's how:

✅ Go to your school's individual webpage

✅ Click on "Explore" from the main page

✅​ Look for the "School Information" column​

✅ Click on "Lunch Menus"

That's it! You'll have access to all the delicious meals planned for your student.

#​t​eambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine #LunchMenus #ParentInfo #SchoolNews

A huge thank you to @bowdoincollege Fellow Grace and Allie @alligator_isnota_palindrome for bringing their talent and creativity to the @brunswick-area-teen-center! 🎨🌊 They’ve been painting a beautiful seascape on the Teen Center entryway, and it’s already looking amazing. Can’t wait to share the finished masterpiece with you all soon! #teambrunswickme #creativity #maineschoolsuperintendent #mainepublicschools #collaboration #seascape #teencenter

🚒🔥 Huge shoutout to Fire Chief Brillant and Assistant Fire Chief Josh Shean for taking the time to serve lunch at HBS recently! Your dedication to our community goes beyond emergency response—thank you for keeping us safe and for bringing smiles to our students and staff! 🙌🥪 #MaineSchoolSuperintendent #TeamBrunswickME #CommunityHeroes

NO SCHOOL TOMORROW Thursday, February 13, 2025 - Due to the anticipated snowstorm, all ​Brunswick schools will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, February 13th. The safety of our students and staff is our top priority, and this decision was made with the expected weather conditions in mind.​ Again, no School Tomorrow, Thursday, February 13. Thank you for your understanding. Please stay safe. #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent

Check out the Next Superintendent Notebook: Times Record Article -- Link in Bio to Read Food is Fuel, Especially for Young, Growing Bodies Healthy meals are critical to our children's well-being and academic success, and ensuring that our students, PK-12, enjoy tasty and nutritious meals is a priority for the Brunswick School Department (BSD). The National Institutes of Health (NIH) warns that poor nutrition during childhood and adolescence can delay growth and create a high risk of chronic diseases in adulthood. Healthy meals are especially important during the adolescent growth spurt. Scott Smith, Director of Facilities, Grounds, and Food Service at BSD, and his team work hard to offer a variety of healthy menu items that kids will eat. The federally-funded free breakfast and lunch program ensures that all students enjoy two nourishing meals each school day, and the number we serve has doubled in the past three years. #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent

Construction continues on our @BowdoinCollege Outdoor Education Classrooms despite the cold weather! 🏗️❄️ These innovative spaces will provide endless opportunities for hands-on learning, environmental exploration, and community connection. We're excited to see students and educators from both Bowdoin and Kate Furbish Elementary making the most of this incredible partnership. Stay tuned for updates as the project takes shape! 🌱 #TeamBrunswickME #OutdoorEducation #HandsOnLearning #BowdoinCollege #KateFurbishElementary #CommunityInAction #maineschoolsuperintendent

HBS - Celebrating 10,000 Books Checked Out! 🎉 Our students are reading champions! They checked out 10,000 books from the library this school year. Do you think they will make it to 20,000 by the end of the year? I think they will!! To reach their goal, they have to check books out during library class or during browsing times, which are first thing in the morning or at the end of each day. #maineschoolsuperintendent #teambrunswickme HBS is a community of readers! Way to go!

Midterm Stress? Maybe, but unlikely, at Brunswick High School! 🐶 Massive shoutout to Ms. Kunhardt and the Alliance of Therapy Dogs for bringing Elmer and furry friends to spread #PawsitiveVibes during midterms! Nothing beats exam anxiety like puppy cuddles! Woof! #TeamBrunswickME #MaineSuperintendent #TherapyDogs #SchoolSpirit

AP Art and Design and Photography 2 Field Trip Brunswick High School AP Art and Design and Photography 2 students visited the Center for Maine Contemporary Art. Students had the opportunity to examine the work on display and create mixed media work in the art lab. A highlight of the visit was seeing the work by a former BHS alumna, Kyle Downs, who creates art from discarded basketballs. His work appears as colorful geometric tapestry designs until careful inspection reveals the tiny textured surface of the balls. Teachers: Jennie Driscoll and Colleen Kearney-Graffam. Quotes from the trip - " What I liked about the contemporary art museum was that we had to think about the art more than just enjoy the piece; you had to use your brain. " "I liked that we saw new art styles and materials used that we had not considered before." #teambrunswickme #maineschoolsuperintendent #brunswickmaine

🎉🐾 Kate Furbish School Was Buzzing with Excitement This Week! 🐾🎉 Joy was everywhere in our halls as students dove into a week full of fun and learning! 🥳 Here’s a sneak peek at the amazing moments we captured: 🧦 Crazy Sock Day in Kindergarten had everyone showing off their wild style! 🦉 Chewonki's Owl Presentation brought nature up close and personal for our young explorers. 🧸 Stuffie Day in Mrs. Frazee’s class made learning extra cozy and fun. ✨ PreK students discovered the magic of light and reflection. 🐕‍🦺 Kiko the therapy dog stopped by Mrs. Stinson’s room, spreading smiles and calm vibes! What an unforgettable week of creativity, curiosity, and connection at KFS! 💙💛 #MaineschoolSuperintendent #TeamBrunswickME #LearningIsFun #KFSAdventures