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
📣 Meet Isabel, a BHS Junior. Isabel is a second-year Superintendent's Student Advisory Council (SSAC) member, and I'm excited to introduce her to all of you. Isabel is a passionate advocate for positive change in our schools. She is dedicated to helping improve the student experience and is committed to supporting all students! 📚✨
When asked why she wanted to be part of the SSAC, Isabel shared:
"I really want to do more and help students feel heard and feel like their opinions matter because they do!"
Join us in welcoming Isabel, and stay tuned - to see her ideas become reality! 🙌💡 #StudentLeadership #studentvoice #EducationMatters #SSACMember #ChangeMakers #Teambrunswickme #SchoolSuperintendent #MaineSchoolSuperintendent
📣 Meet Camille, a BHS Junior. Camille is a second-year Superintendent's Student Advisory Council (SSAC) member, and I'm excited to introduce her to all of you. Camille is a passionate advocate for positive change in our schools. She is dedicated to helping improve the student experience and is committed to supporting all students! 📚✨
When asked why she wanted to be part of the SSAC, Camille shared:
"I want to amplify the voices of students in my school. I noticed that some students feel as if they aren't being heard or taken seriously."
Join us in welcoming Camille, and stay tuned - to see her ideas become reality! 🙌💡 #StudentLeadership #studentvoice #EducationMatters #SSACMember #ChangeMakers #Teambrunswickme #SchoolSuperintendent #MaineSchoolSuperintendent
Employee Spotlight: Patrick Abedi, ESOL Teacher, Brunswick High School
Patrick and his wife have two children, Layla and Amari. He attended Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona.
What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud
Because the love the town of Brunswick and forward to collaborating with everybody.
What do you like to do outside of work for fun?
I love reading, spending time with friends and family.
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?
Malcolm X
What is something you learned in the last week?
So many things!
📣 Meet Evie, a BHS Junior. Evie is a third-year Superintendent's Student Advisory Council (SSAC) member, and I'm excited to introduce her to all of you. Evie is a passionate advocate for positive change in our schools. She is dedicated to helping improve the student experience and wants everyone to know! 📚✨
When asked why she wanted to be part of the SSAC, Evie shared:
"Student voice is incredibly important to take into account when making decisions on behalf of students. The SSAC is a great step towards better communication within the High School and district-wide."
Join us in welcoming Evie, and stay tuned - to see her ideas become reality! 🙌💡 #StudentLeadership #studentvoice #EducationMatters #SSACMember #ChangeMakers #Teambrunswickme #SchoolSuperintendent #MaineSchoolSuperintendent
📣 Meet Britney, a BHS Senior. Brittney is a Superintendent's Student Advisory Council (SSAC) member, and I'm excited to introduce her to all of you. Brittney is a passionate advocate for positive change in our schools. She is dedicated to helping improve the student experience and wants everyone to know! 📚✨
When asked why she wanted to be part of the SSAC, Brittney shared:
" I want to be more involved, and I wanna be able to have a voice for the students."
Join us in welcoming Brittney, and stay tuned - to see her ideas become reality! 🙌💡 #StudentLeadership #studentvoice #EducationMatters #SSACMember #ChangeMakers #Teambrunswickme #SchoolSuperintendent #MaineSchoolSuperintendent
📣 Meet Ellie, a BHS Sophomore. Ellie is a second-year Superintendent's Student Advisory Council (SSAC) member, and I'm excited to introduce her to all of you. Ellie is a passionate advocate for positive change in our schools. She is dedicated to helping improve the student experience and wants everyone to know! 📚✨
When asked why she wanted to be part of the SSAC, Ellie shared:
"I want to make sure the voices of students are heard, creating an even more inclusive school and trying to diversify our community."
Join us in welcoming Ellie, and stay tuned - to see her ideas become reality! 🙌💡 #StudentLeadership #studentvoice #EducationMatters #SSACMember #ChangeMakers #Teambrunswickme #SchoolSuperintendent #MaineSchoolSuperintendent
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
📣 Meet Zunairah, a BHS student. Zunairah is a Superintendent's Student Advisory Council (SSAC) member, and I'm thrilled to introduce her to all of you. Zunairah is a passionate advocate for positive change in our schools. She is dedicated to helping improve the student experience and wants everyone to know! 📚✨
When asked why she wanted to be part of the SSAC, Zunairah shared:
" I want to be someone who not only shares their insight on things but also is someone my classmates can refer to if they find something that isn't working. Administrators might not always pick up on students' struggles, so it's up to the students to voice their opinion."
Join us in welcoming Zunairah, and stay tuned - to see her ideas become reality! 🙌💡 #StudentLeadership #studentvoice #EducationMatters #SSACMember #ChangeMakers #Teambrunswickme #SchoolSuperintendent #MaineSchoolSuperintendent
📣 Meet Hazel Goodwin, a BHS Senior. Hazel is in her 3rd year as a member of the Superintendent's Student Advisory Council (SSAC), and I'm thrilled to introduce her to all of you. Hazel 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 really enjoy being able to make a tangible positive impact on the school and student body. "
Join us in welcoming Hazel, and stay tuned for her incredible contributions to our education system! 🙌💡 #StudentLeadership #EducationMatters #SSACMember #ChangeMakers #Teambrunswickme
📣 Meet Anna Leslie, a BHS Sophomore. Anna is a Superintendent's Student Advisory Council (SSAC) member, and I'm thrilled to introduce her to all of you. Anna 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 have truly enjoyed the Brunswick School System, and I want to share how great it is and work as a team member with the administration and community to make it even better for students to come, including my siblings."
Join us in welcoming Anna, and stay tuned for her incredible contributions to our education system! 🙌💡 #StudentLeadership #EducationMatters #SSACMember #ChangeMakers #Teambrunswickme
Employee Spotlight: Sarah Sinclair, Front Office Secretary, Brunswick High School
Sarah is from Solon, Maine and attended the University of Maine Augusta. Sarah and her husband have two daughters named Harper and Georgia. They have two family cocker spaniels named Sydney and Alfie, and a cat named Lana.
What makes you proud to work in Brunswick? #BSDProud
Brunswick is such a beautiful place with the most amazing people. I feel very lucky to be a part of things here.
What do you like to do outside of work for fun?
I love gardening and watching horror movies with my girls and my husband.
What is your favorite line from a movie?
I'm right on top of that, Rose!
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?
Jordan Peele
What is something you learned in the last week?
That Brunswick is smaller than you'd think! It's awesome to realize the ties that people have to each other from all over!
📣 Meet Paul, a BHS student. Paul is a Superintendent's Student Advisory Council (SSAC) member, and I'm thrilled to introduce him to all of you. Paul is a passionate advocate for positive change in our schools. He is dedicated to helping improve the student experience and wants everyone to know! 📚✨
When asked why he wanted to be part of the SSAC, Paul shared:
"Being a member of the SSAC will allow me to help all students feel welcomed. I also hope to improve school spirit! I have many great ideas and look forward to sharing them with the administration."
Join us in welcoming Paul, and stay tuned - to see his ideas become reality! ! 🙌💡 #StudentLeadership #studentvoice #EducationMatters #SSACMember #ChangeMakers #Teambrunswickme #SchoolSuperintendent #MaineSchoolSuperintendent
🎨 A colorful day at Kate Furbish Elementary! 🖌 This week, Superintendent Potenziano stopped by an art class and had the pleasure of meeting some incredibly talented aspiring artists. 🌟 Their creativity knows no bounds! 🎉 #ArtEducation #InspiringYoungMinds #SuperintendentVisit #teambrunswickme #liveworkmaine #brunswickmaine #maineschoolsuperintendent
Meet Marco, a BHS Sophomore. Marco is a member of the Superintendent's Student Advisory Council (SSAC), and I'm thrilled to introduce him to all of you. Marco is a passionate advocate for positive change in our schools. His dedication to improving the student experience is truly inspiring.
When asked why he wanted to be part of the SSAC, he shared:
"I feel that by being a member of the SSAC, I can offer helpful insight, advocate for my fellow students, and make a difference that will help everyone in the school district. I really enjoy being able to make a tangible positive impact on the school and study body. "
Join us in welcoming Marco, and stay tuned for his incredible contributions to our education system! #StudentLeadership #EducationMatters #SSACMember #ChangeMakers #Teambrunswickme
📣 Meet Maya, a BHS Junior. Maya is a Superintendent's Student Advisory Council (SSAC) member, and I'm thrilled to introduce her to all of you. Maya is a passionate advocate for positive change in our schools. Her dedication to improving the student experience is inspiring. 📚✨
When asked why she wanted to be part of the SSAC, she shared:
"Being a member of the SSAC will allow me to make sure our student voice is heard. Student voice is one of the most important parts of having an effective school environment. We are the ones experiencing school each day."
Join us in welcoming Maya, and stay tuned for her incredible contributions to our education system! 🙌💡 #StudentLeadership #EducationMatters #SSACMember #ChangeMakers #Teambrunswickme
📣 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
