November 2023 edition of the MSAD 11 Central Office Newsletter.
The School Board revised the MSAD 11 2023-2024 School Calendar at last night's meeting. The changes made are as follows:
Early Release - November 9th - Parent Teacher Conference (in place of October 26)
Early Release - November 20 - Professional Development (in place of November 9)
Please click on link for updated calendar. https://5il.co/28cue
Good afternoon. This is Pat Hopkins, MSAD 11 Superintendent of Schools. In light of the recent tragic event, its direct impact on many of our students and staff, and the need to prepare for the well-being of students and staff as they return to school, tomorrow, Monday, October 30, there will be a 2 hour delay to the start of school and no AM-Pre-K. I recognize the direct impact this will have on families, for which I am truly sorry. Please read this letter which provides greater detail: https://bit.ly/45LjYDH
Thank you for your continued support during this extremely difficult time. Take care
October 2023 edition of the MSAD 11 Central Office Newsletter.
Please click the link for the September edition of the MSAD 11 Central Office Newsletter. https://5il.co/24dcz
Angela Hardy, MSAD 11 Director of Instruction: Due to excessive heat in our classrooms and buses, MSAD 11 schools will be dismissed early today. Some areas have air conditioning, but a majority of our learning spaces do not. With the high humidity and heat conditions, Gardiner High School and Middle School will be dismissing at 11:00 a.m. and the Elementary Schools will be dismissing at 12:00 p.m.
Pat Hopkins, MSAD 11 Superintendent of Schools: Today, Thursday, September 7, school will be dismissed early due to the heat. While a few of our buildings have pockets of air conditioning, the majority of our classrooms do not and three days into this weather pattern, we have classrooms in the 90’s and buses that are even hotter. Gardiner Area High School and Gardiner Regional Middle School will be dismissed today at 11 am and the elementary schools will be dismissed at 12 noon. No pm pre-k. I apologize for the inconvenience.
2023-2024 School Budget Information: bit.ly/457lr8d
MSAD 11 Job Posting - Immediate Openings
Positions Available: Child Nutrition Worker
(4 hours per day)
Gardiner Regional Middle School
Child Nutrition Worker – Long Term Substitute
(5 hours per day)
Gardiner Area High School
Date Position Available: Immediate Openings
Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent and current CHRC authorization through State of Maine Department of Education.
Description: Assist in the preparation of food for the Student Nutrition Program; Serves students and staff from the cafeteria serving lines; Assists in daily cleanup of the kitchen, service areas, and cafeteria tables.
Physical Requirements: This position requires prolonged periods of standing and repeated motion; Requires stooping, bending, reaching, squatting, carrying, pushing, climbing, and kneeling; and the ability to lift 25-50 lbs.
To Apply: Please complete the online application found on the MSAD 11 website.
https://www.applitrack.com/msad11/onlineapp/
Deadline for Applications: Open Until Filled
Pat Hopkins, Superintendent of Schools for MSAD 11:
One of our graduates, Chase Fossett, recently passed away in a tragic car accident. A vigil has been organized by friends of the family for this Sunday, December 18 at 5 pm on Hoch Field. They have also arranged for a fireworks display to take place on the GAHS Field Hockey Field beginning around 6 pm.
Knowing how impactful the noise from fireworks can be for pets, children, the elderly and others, I wanted us to get the word out to help make certain local residents know to take any precautions they believe necessary to ensure the safety of their pets and their entire family. Thank you for your assistance.
Best,
Pat Hopkins
Superintendent of Schools
MSMA Student Accident Insurance Available Find out more by clicking on the image!
Due to a staff shortage, the Central Office is closed to the public on Wednesday 8/10/22.
2022-2023 Bus Routes link: https://bit.ly/31XVrgQ
Tiger Food Pantry is open to all MSAD11 students and their families. Summer hours at 3-5 PM on June 20, 27, July 11, 18, 25, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. CLOSED July 4th. Please call 582-3150 x 3313 to place a food order so we can have it ready for you to pic, up curbside at Gardiner Area High School (40 West Hill Road in Gardiner). Thanks Mrs. Desoto and Volunteers!!!
REMINDER: MSAD11 will have an Early Release Day tomorrow (06/16/2022). GRMS & GAHS dismiss at 11:00, elementary schools at 12:00 pm. There will be no PREK classes.
The electrical power is out at the MSAD11 bus garage, the central office, and the schools. Students will be sent home on the bus, using the regular dismissal schedule.
Please be aware - phone service is limited at this time.
The MSAD 11 Budget Meeting will be held tonight, June 7, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at Gardiner Area High School in the Gymnasium.
Home COVID test kits available to staff and students. Click here for more information: https://bit.ly/3sTGOZ3
MSAD 11 2022-2023 School Calendar. Please click on link for calendar. https://5il.co/18o7j