Brunswick Schools will be closed today - Thursday, October 26 - due to the shelter-in-place and ongoing search for a person of interest in last evening's tragedy in Lewiston that impacts many of our staff and families. All school offices will be closed as we urge folks to remain off the roads as much as possible. Information on resources for supporting students and adults in the face of this tragedy will be shared by email later this morning.
Sincerely,
Superintendent Potenziano
10/25/2023
10:30 PM
Good evening;
As a result of the active shooter events currently ongoing in Lewiston and the unknown impact this will have on our Students, Staff, and Brunswick Families, the decision has been made to close schools tomorrow, 10/26/23. We will continue to monitor the situation and share updates as they become available.
Sincerely,
Superintendent Potenziano
Welcome to another exciting episode of the Brunswick Buzz! In this installment, we're thrilled to have Sarah Rodgers from the Cathance River Education Alliance as our special guest. Join us as we dive into the vital role the alliance plays in supporting the science curriculum in Brunswick schools. Sarah shares insights into the innovative programs, hands-on experiences, and educational resources provided by the alliance, enhancing the science education of local students. If you're curious about the fascinating intersection of nature, education, and community engagement, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and discover how the Cathance River Education Alliance is making a difference in Brunswick schools and inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards.
https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-aq9h8-14b2b66
Don't forget to update your PowerSchool enrollment forms! If you need assistance, email our tech team: powerschoolhelp@brunswicksd.org or call #207-319-1990
We are pleased to share that we have a new way to update all the required information that the school asks for each year! This entire process is now paperless and it happens in Powerschool. You will no longer receive the large packet of papers on the first day of school! We are starting this new process early in hopes to get student information current before school starts. To view the update from our Technology Department: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tQNnVx52s5iMVqgG2LveNEQVswA76z_ThUGvIx_HL_A/edit?usp=sharing
Brunswick Schools will be closed Monday, 1/23 due to a snow storm. All games and practices are canceled. We hope all our Students, Staff, and Families stay safe & warm.
Due to a winter storm, Brunswick Schools will be closed on Friday, January 20, 2023. All games and practices are canceled. Please be safe!
November 15, 2022
Good Morning:
Please be aware that there have been multiple reports of violent intruders in Maine high schools this morning. Based on law enforcement investigations, no reports have been confirmed and these appear to be hoaxes.
Brunswick schools have dynamic and comprehensive safety and security protocols and ALL exterior doors are locked throughout the day.
We are closely monitoring this situation and will provide updates as they are warranted.
Thank you.
Shawn Lambert,
Assistant Superintendent
We are seeking your input on the development of the 2023-2024 school calendar. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts, ideas, and feedback with the BSD. Ultimately, it is the decision of the Brunswick School Board in establishing the school calendar. The BSD Administration and School Board values your input in this process.
Take the survey here: http://ow.ly/43BV50KFwMc
Survey will close on Friday, September 16, 2022
We are encouraging all BSD families to complete the Student Meal Benefits Application. Each qualifying application brings federal funds back to OUR schools. You may apply online at: http://brunswick.schoollunchapp.com
Hello Brunswick Families:
We’re excited for another great school year in Brunswick! As a reminder, school starts on Monday, 8/29/22 for students in grades PreK, K, 3, 6, and 9. All students return on Tuesday, 8/30/22. Please note there is no school on Friday, 9/2/22 or on Monday, 9/5/22 (Labor Day).
We’ve also updated our COVID protocols. They can be found at https://www.brunswicksd.org/page/covid-19-response.
We can’t wait to see you!
According to dosomething.org, 95% of teens in the U.S. are online, and the vast majority access the internet on their mobile device, making it the most common medium for cyber bullying.
Did you know about 1 million passwords are compromised a week? To prevent this, experts recommend creating a passphrase! So what exactly is a passphrase? It is a sentence-like string of words that is longer than a traditional password, easy to remember and difficult to crack.
Have you seen an increase in sensationalized headlines? That’s Clickbait, a post that is designed to get attention, even if the article is fake/misleading. Here’s a simple way to avoid: if it tells you how to feel instead of letting you come up with your own reaction, don’t click!
Did you know that 50% of people receive one phishing email each day? What is phishing? Phishing is defined as the fraudulent practice of sending emails purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information, such as passwords and credit card numbers.
It is Digital Citizenship Week! Did you know you have a digital footprint? A digital footprint is the trail of data you create when you are online. Can you remove your digital footprint?
Our latest SCG Newsletter is up!
Today, August 25, the BSD Technology Handbook for 2021-22 will be sent through email or text. Please review this Handbook and electronically sign the last page. Students in grade 6-12 will be able to bring home their device from school after the device has been distributed and the electronic form has been signed.
Get your questions answered about vaccinations for adolescents from pediatric providers at Mid Coast Hospital and Martins Point.
Q&A document here: http://www.midcoasthealth.com/covid19/pdf/covid19-pediatrics-faqs3.pdf
Presentation tonight!
