Return to School planning MSAD11 is working to make the best possible decisions with the information we have at any given moment, following guidance from the Maine Department of Education, Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention, and other sources. Our main concern is to protect the health and safety of our students, staff, and community. Soon, we will... READ MORE >
The Maine Department of Education has released a special video message from Maine Education Commissioner Pender Makin and other key leaders from the Department to encourage and remind the people of Maine to provide input for ensuring a safe return to classroom instruction.Please visit the Maine Department of Education web page below to watch the video and access... READ MORE >
Referendum Questions https://5il.co/hufo MSAD 11 Budget Newsletter 2020-2021 Click the link to access information about the MSAD 11 Warrant Articles for the School Budget Referendum on July 14, 2020. Please vote at your City/Towns local polling facility. READ MORE >
VIRTUAL BUDGET HEARINGTuesday, July 7, 20206:00 p.m.PowerPoint presentation during the Budget Meetng (Superintendent Pat Hopkins). Video link to Budget Hearing In accordance with An Act To Implement Provisions Necessary to the Health, Welfare, andSafety of the Citizens of Maine in Response to the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency, asenacted to read: Sec. G-11 MRSA... READ MORE >
In an effort to provide a central location for news regarding MSAD11's response to the Novel Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19), the following website will contain all the information the Superintendent's Office has shared to date. ****Click here***: MSAD11 CORVID-19 Updates READ MORE >
The Superintendent's and Special Services Offices will be open Monday - Thursday from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm and Closed on Friday beginning June 22, 2020 and ending on August 21, 2020. For the safety of our patrons and employees masks are required for entry into the building. If you do not have a mask, please ring the doorbell and let us know, we will come outside to... READ MORE >
Revised MSAD 11 2020-2021 School Calendar READ MORE >
Hello Everyone: It has come to our attention that there is some level of confusion or misunderstanding about the use of district facilities. This letter has been put together to help clarify what is allowable and not allowable during the current pandemic. Gardiner Area High School Facilities Not Allowed: · Use of any facilities (inside or outside) by... READ MORE >
Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic the Superintendent’s and Special Services Offices will be available by appointment only. If you need assistance, please call the office at 582-5346 to set up an appointment. If we are unavailable at the time you call, please leave a message and we will return your call as soon as we are able. Thank you READ MORE >
Effective Thursday, March 19, 2020 members of the public will no longer be permitted to enter the Superintendent’s Office. In addition, our work hours will be significantly reduced. To reach us, please call 582-5346. If no one answers, please leave us a detailed message and someone will return your call as soon as we’re able. READ MORE >
With schools closed from March 16 - April 24, we want to be sure families have breakfast and lunch available to ANY student in MSAD11 in Pre-K - Grade 12 regardless of income in any family. Families wanting FREE meals for their children are asked to call 582-5346 to inform us of the number of children who need meals and the location where the food will be picked up... READ MORE >
March 16, 2020 Dear Families and Caregivers: This letter is intended to serve as an update on the status of various unanswered questions: School Meals With schools closed from March 16 - March 27, we want to be sure families have breakfast and lunch available to ANY student in Pre-K - grade 12 regardless of income in any family.... READ MORE >
With schools closed, we want to be sure families have breakfast and lunch available to ANY student in PreK through 12th grade regardless of income in any family. Please help us by letting us know if you will use this offer. Click this link to answer the survey (https://forms.gle/rqWSjPXt3EDYwjTK6) , find the information on the MSAD #11 website, or call the... READ MORE >
Video of the MSAD11 Finance Meeting on March 10, 2020. READ MORE >
FEBRUARY BREAK Superintendent’s Office Hours Monday – February 17, 2020 - Closed Tuesday – February 18, 2020 - OpenWednesday – February 19, 2020 - Open Thursday – February 20, 2020 - OpenFriday – February 21, 2020 - Closed READ MORE >
MSAD 11 2020-2021 School Calendar Approved 2/10/2020 READ MORE >
From David Walker, Director of the Gardiner Area High School play "The Wiz": In an effort to err on the side of caution with the uncertainty of tomorrow's weather forecast, Thursday's show has been rescheduled to this evening. All tickets for tomorrow night will be honored this evening. We apologize for any inconvenience as we try to navigate weather in Maine. ... READ MORE >
Our Holocaust and Civil Rights class is on a mission to collect as many buttons as possible to remember the 1.5 million children, 16 years old and younger, whose lives were cut short in the Holocaust. The buttons will take the form of a butterfly, with inspiration from the book I Never Saw Another Butterfly, a collection of poetry and drawings from the children of... READ MORE >
Tuesday, December 17, 2019 Due to the weather and driving conditions, all MSAD11 after school activities have been cancelled. READ MORE >
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Please help if you can! We will have teams out and about but if you have a large stash of bottles please email me with an address so I can be sure to send a team to you! This project is special because our turf field is being completely paid for by fundraising and donations! Help us make the Gardiner area better for our sports programs by adding a new turf... READ MORE >
Please come join us for the 6th Annual Tiger Open on Sunday, Sept. 22 at The Meadows Golf Club in Litchfield. This is a great annual fundraiser with all of the proceeds of this years tournament going to the Multi-Sport Turf Field Project at Gardiner Area High School. Please see the attached informational flyer for sponsorship opportunities and the registration... READ MORE >
Gardiner Area High School's Athletic Director, Nate Stubbert, will be hosting our All Sports Parent Night on Sunday, Aug. 18 @ 6:00pm in the High School Gymnasium. Mr. Stubbert will be addressing all the necessary forms that athletes will need, he will be discussing expectations of athletes, coaches, and spectators, give an update on the new turf field, and much... READ MORE >
MSAD 11 2019-2020 Revised School Calendar READ MORE >
Beginning June 17, 2019 and Ending on August 16, 2019 Summer Office Hours for the Superintendent's and Special Services Offices will be as follows: Monday - Thursday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Closed on Friday READ MORE >
Click here for 2019-2020 Budget Report READ MORE >
Click here for 2019-2020 Budget Report READ MORE >
Click here to watch the video broadcast of the MSAD11 Special Board Meeting - Public Budget Hearing, held May 16, 2019. READ MORE >
Video of the MSAD11 Board Finance Meeting on April 9, 2019. READ MORE >
MSAD11 Board Finance Meeting held on April 2, 2019. READ MORE >
Video of the MSAD11 Board Finance Meeting on March 26, 2019. READ MORE >
MSAD11 School Board Finance Meeting 3/19/2019. READ MORE >
MSAD11 School Board Finance Meeting Video (3/12/2019) READ MORE >
Please click on link for MSAD 11 2019-2020 School Calendar READ MORE >
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 READ MORE >
Click here to access Superintendent Hopkin's letter and the revised MSAD11 2018 - 2019 School Calendar. READ MORE >
The Pittston-Randolph Consolidated School is having an Open House for parents and community members to tour the new modular unit on Monday, December 3, 2018 from 5:00 - 5:30 pm. Please join us! READ MORE >
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... READ MORE >
MSAD 11 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 (582-6663). ... READ MORE >
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. ... READ MORE >
Click here to watch the MSAD11 video broadcast of the public hearing to discuss the closure of the TC Hamlin School. May 7, 2018. READ MORE >
Maine Department of Education - Summer Food ProgramPlease contact the Boys and Girls Club for further information READ MORE >
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... READ MORE >
This is Chad Kempton, Principal at Gardiner Area High School. First, I want everyone to know that everything is ok here at school. This morning when I arrived at school, I was notified that a parent had called to report an online post about a possible threat that involved Gardiner Area High School. I immediately involved Chief Toman and the Gardiner Police... READ MORE >
Click here for more information on the video broadcasts of the Future of TC Hamlin Committee Meetings, held in 2017-2018. READ MORE >
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... READ MORE >
November 20, 2017 Dear Parents, Community Members, and Staff: Based on current research and movement within public education across the nation, MSAD #11 has formed a Late Start Committee and is in the process of reviewing the positive and possible adverse effects of a later start to the school day for Gardiner Regional Middle School and Gardiner Area High... READ MORE >
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,... READ MORE >
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... READ MORE >
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... READ MORE >
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AT BOARD MEETINGS MSAD 11 Board meetings are conducted for the purpose of carrying on the official business of the school system. All regular, special and emergency meetings of the Board are open to the public. The public is cordially invited to attend and participate in Board meetings as provided in this policy. ... READ MORE >
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... READ MORE >
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... READ MORE >
Welcome to the new website and app for MSAD 11! We are excited to pair up with Apptegy to share all the great stories happening around our communities! READ MORE >