Click here to access the MSAD11 Curriculum Connections Newsletter (01/2019).
Due to road conditions, there will be a two-hour delay in MSAD11 this morning. There will be no morning pre-kindergarten classes. 12/17/2018
Click here to access Superintendent Hopkin's letter and the revised MSAD11 2018 - 2019 School Calendar.
Date Posted: October 29, 2018
Position: Long Term Substitute – Grade 5
Location: Helen Thompson School
Date Position Available: Immediate Opening
Qualifications: (020) General Elementary (K-8) or (029) Early Elementary (K-3) certification is preferred and current CHRC authorization through the State of Maine Department of Education is required.
Positi...
September 8, 2018
Dear Fifth Grade Families,
As most of you know, our 5th grade group of students experienced large class sizes last year in fourth grade. This year, the class size has grown to 27 students in both classes, which exceeds the MSAD 11 School Board class size policy recommended range of 18-24 with a recommended class size of 22 students. This week, the...
September 7, 2018
Dear Kindergarten & First Grade Families,
This year we experienced an influx of kindergarteners during late summer registration and lower enrollment than expected in first grade. Because of the unexpected numbers in both grade levels, Ms. Alyssa Lazaro will move from teaching first grade to teaching kindergarten this school year. The kindergarten...
August 31, 2018
Dear Parents/Guardians/Students:
Welcome Back! The School Board, staff, and I look forward to having your children return to school for the 2018-2019 school year. We wish great personal and academic success for your child(ren) throughout this school year. As the new year begins, below is some important information for you.
Early Relea...
MSAD 11 TRANSPORTATION Bus Routes 2018-2019
The first day of school for grades K-9 is Wednesday Aug 29th, grades 10-12 Thursday Aug 30th , and Pre-Kindergarten Tuesday September 4th. All routes are subject to time and route changes based on enrollment. The Transportation Office will be available between 6:00 am - 2:00 pm to answer questions on times and routes (5...
June 5, 2018
To: Parent/Guardian:
Your child’s health is important to us and we strive to keep you up to date with what is happening in our facility, which is why we are writing to notify you that chickenpox has been identified in our district. Currently one case is identified districtwide with the potential of a second case.
Chicken...
Maine Department of Education - Summer Food ProgramPlease contact the Boys and Girls Club for further information
Click here for REVISED SCHOOL CALENDAR as of April 5, 2018
Reminder: Thursday March 15, 2018 is a FULL DAY of school for students.
February 28, 2018
Dear Parents/Guardians, Students, and Staff:
Due to the number of school related threats and violence around the country, most recently the senseless school shooting in Florida, I am writing to let you know that the MSAD 11 administration is working with local law enforcement to evaluate our existing safety protocols and emerge...
As a result of being unable to gather information as requested by the MSAD 11 School Board, tonight's Special Board Meeting to discuss the possible closing of the TC Hamlin School has been cancelled. The meeting will be rescheduled once the information is made available.
December 2017
Weather Related School Cancellations
With the meteorologists forecasting snow, it may be helpful to share the process I use to determine whether to cancel school due to inclement weather.
The decision to release, cancel or delay school is never an easy one and often creates armchair quarterbacks. Including me! Please know that considerable ...
November 2, 2017
Re: New Notification System and Make-up of Storm Days
Dear Parents/Students/Staff:
I hope this finds you all warm and safe with power restored.
The wide-spread power outages proved to be a challenge for the new MSAD 11 communication system. On Monday, some parents and students received multiple phone calls and texts, while ...
Visit the Gardiner Hannaford during November, purchase a cause bag and our PTA will receive $1! Buy a few and support our school! More information at: www.hannaford.bags4mycause.com
September 2017
Dear Students/Parents/Guardians:
MSAD 11 now has a mobile App! In an effort to enhance our communication with parents, guardians, students, and the community, the MSAD 11 websites have been reconstructed in conjunction with the creation of a mobile App.
Since spring, our technology department has worked with a company called Apptegy to re...
To: Parents and Students:
Date: September 26, 2017
RE: School Lunch Program
I am writing to encourage every parent/guardian who has not already completed a Meal/Milk Free and Reduced Application to do so. Applications can be completed online at http://www.msad11.org/foodservice or a hardcopy provided by Linda Sergent, Director of Stu...
Click here to access the REVISED MSAD11 2017-2018 School calendar, or view the image below.
This year HTS is participating in Crayola ColorCycle! The initiative was created to help students understand the important role they play in protecting the environment. Crayola ColorCycle allows K-12 schools to collect and repurpose used markers. We will have a collection station set up and will send the markers off from school - free of charge - once we have counte...
August 2017
Dear Parents/Guardians/Students:
Welcome Back! As we begin the school year, I want to welcome you as our partner in your child’s education. We value, appreciate, and seek out your involvement and collaboration for the success of your child.
Our goal this year is to ensure that every student attends school regularly. Positive attendance is a key ingre...
Please follow the link below for a list of the Bus Routes for the 2017/2018 school year.
http://5il.co/1pvp
The first day of school for grades K-9 is Wednesday Aug 30st, grades 10-12 Thursday Aug 31st , and Pre-Kindergarten Tuesday September 5th. All routes are subject to time and route changes based on enrollment.
The Transportation Office will be available b...