Across individual expenditure categories, MSAD 11 generally ranks in the middle to lower half of Maine districts. The district's highest spending rank is in Student & Staff Support (75th), followed by Transportation (106th) and Other Instruction (116th). Expenditures for Facilities & Maintenance (127th) and School Administration (136th) are near the statewide midpoint, while spending for Special Education (167th), Regular Instruction (184th), and System Administration (220th) remains below most Maine districts. These rankings demonstrate a consistent pattern of fiscal restraint across major operational areas.
To provide additional context, MSAD 11's current spending levels were compared to neighboring districts using the district's enrollment of 1,718 students. If MSAD 11 spent at the same per-pupil rate as the statewide average, the district's budget would increase by approximately $6.36 million. Matching the spending levels of neighboring districts would result in estimated budget increases ranging from approximately $2.64 million to $6.51 million, depending on the district used for comparison.
These comparisons illustrate that MSAD 11 delivers educational services while maintaining expenditure levels that are significantly below many neighboring districts and below the majority of districts across the State of Maine. The data suggest that the district's overall spending profile remains comparatively conservative when evaluated on a per-student basis.
We just wanted to let you know that we evacuated the building due to an air ventilation question. The fire department and Director of Operations thoroughly checked the building to ensure that there's no risk to students and staff. The situation has been cleared and classes will resume.
Sincerely,
Angela Hardy,
Assistant Superintendent
Coming Soon to Gardiner Area High School! The Tiger Health Center will open in the Fall of 2026. Services including primary care, sports physicals, vaccinations, mental and reproductive health, and more!
More information can be found online at the HealthReach Community Health Center Website - https://www.healthreach.org/our-locations/tiger-health-center/
Wednesday, April 29th, 6:00 pm, in the Laura Richards School Gym, 279 Brunswick Avenue, Gardiner.
We will be introducing you to the MSAD #11 PreK program and sharing a slide show about a typical day here at school. This is a night for parents and guardians only, to meet the staff and ask questions. We will also explain the screening process, its purpose, and how the results inform us about students' readiness. If you have an incoming PreK student, please join us!
If you have not yet registered your child for PreK, please call the LER Office at (207) 582-3612 as soon as possible. Space is limited!
Budget documents from the April 14, 2026 Finance Committee meeting are now available for review. These materials reflect the committee’s discussion and recommendations at that time.
Please note that the School Board has not yet finalized the 2026–2027 budget. Final adoption is expected at an upcoming Board meeting.
You can view the documents here:
https://www.msad11.org/documents/2026---2027-school-budget/04.14.2026-finance-committee/26816012
We encourage community members to review the materials and stay informed as the budget process continues.
📊 MSAD 11 Finance Committee – 2026–2027 Budget Discussions
The MSAD 11 Finance Committee has begun its work on the 2026–2027 school budget. Community members are encouraged to stay informed throughout the process.
🗂 Budget Materials & Meeting Documents:
All Finance Committee meeting agendas, presentations, and supporting documents will be posted here:
👉2026 - 2027 Budget Process (Finance Committee Meetings)
🗓 Ongoing Discussions:
Meetings will be held regularly as the committee reviews priorities, examines financial data, and develops the proposed budget.
💬 Get Involved:
Residents, families, and staff are encouraged to follow along and stay engaged as the budget process moves forward.
Updates will continue to be shared as new information becomes available.
— MSAD 11 Finance Committee
The March 2026 Central Office Newsletter and 2026-2027 School Calendar is online now. Click the link to read all about it! https://bit.ly/4sN3NSw