Dear Brunswick High School Community,

Brunswick High School’s midterm exams will take place January 17 – January 20 (daily schedule below). Assessments will be administered to all students in grades 9-12. During midterm exam week, teachers will provide an exam (essay, multiple choice, etc.) or final experience (project, performance, etc.). The specific assessment format will be determined by the classroom teacher. Course grades along with other data will help guidance counselors and administrators identify students who could benefit from extra help/RTI A and B. Here are some additional important details about exam week:

1. Prior to exam day, teachers will review with each class all material that will be assessed on the exam or final experience including the assessment format.

2. Teachers will provide a midterm exam or final experience review sheet for each course.

3. Teachers will review with their class how the exam or final experience impacts the course grade. Students’ Semester I grades are calculated by multiplying the 1st and 2nd quarter grades each by .45 and the exam grade calculated by .10. Additionally, the final course grade is the numeric average of the first and second semester.

4. Students are required to attend school only when they have an exam/experience.

5. Bus transportation will be provided in the morning and at 11:30 a.m. when students are dismissed each day. A student may leave prior to 11:30 a.m. dismissal with parent permission. Please have your student drop off a parental note at the main office in the morning. The afternoon bus will depart each day at 2:15 p.m.

6. Region 10 classes will not take place during midterm exams.

7. The cafeteria and library will be open for quiet study and for students awaiting dismissal.

8. Snacks are available during break time and a bag lunch upon dismissal.

9. The midterm exam/experience will take place during the period scheduled for that class. If a student has an excused absence for the appointed exam period, please contact the teacher via phone or e-mail to reschedule.

10. If school is canceled for some reason, the exam schedule will be adjusted to the following day. On a day when school is canceled for whatever reason, the exams scheduled for that day will take place on the next school day(e.g. exams scheduled for Wednesday, January 18 will take place on Thursday, January 19).

Daily Schedule

Tuesday, January 17:

Breakfast 7:30 – 8:00

Black 1/2 8:00 – 9:35

Break time 9:35 – 9:55

Black 3/4 10:00 – 11:30

Wednesday, January 18:

Breakfast 7:30 – 8:00

Orange 1/2 8:00 – 9:35

Break time 9:35 – 9:55

Orange 3/4 10:00 – 11:30

Thursday, January 19:

Breakfast 7:30 – 8:00

Black 5/6 8:00 – 9:35

Break time 9:35 – 9:55

Black 7/8 10:00 – 11:30

Friday, January 20:

Breakfast 7:30 – 8:00

Orange 5/6 8:00 – 9:35

Break time 9:35 – 9:55

Orange 7/8 10:00 – 11:30

Please contact the main office with questions regarding the daily schedule. All other questions should be directed to your student’s teacher or guidance counselor.

Sincerely,

Troy P. Henninger

The Brunswick School Department is currently developing a new strategic plan to help guide it over the next several years. During this process, a strategic planning committee consisting of individuals from multiple community groups (i.e., students, parents, community members, school staff, and district staff) have provided input to help district leaders create the plan for the district.

Greetings all:

This report presents a summary of high school and community culture themes, hazing climate

key findings, and recommendations based on data gathered by StopHazing from members of the

Brunswick community.

Brunswick High School has been awarded a $20,000, 18-month grant from the MELMAC Foundation. The MELMAC Foundation supports programming and initiatives across the State of Maine which increase opportunities and education for the people of Maine. In Maine’s public schools, MELMAC initiatives support students in connecting their post-secondary aspirations with plans to see those aspirations realized.

Activities supported by the MELMAC grant will include:

• College tours

• Trips to local employers

• Mentoring and academic support

• Development of pathways to guide and inform students’ academic choices at BHS

• Increased connections with families on topics related to educational and career opportunities

• Supported transitions from high school to post-secondary education

Questions about the MELMAC initiatives at Brunswick High School can be directed to Katelin Urgese (kurgese@brunswicksd.org), Dean of Student Support and Engagement and MELMAC Grant Lead at BHS.

The BHS Outing Club is pleased to announce they are a recipient of a $250 grant from Teens To Trails. This year the Outing Club is planning to go on some adventures in the cold weather, including ice fishing and skiing. With this grant, club advisors Andrew McCullough and Jessica Marion plan to purchase cold weather outdoor apparel for students that need it. The Outing Club is very appreciative of this opportunity from Teens to Trails and is eager to continue updating their gear offerings to students and providing opportunities to get BHS students outside.

The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST)- the National Science Foundation (NSF) is currently accepting nominations and applications for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST). This current cycle will recognize educators teaching grades 7-12. Elementary school teachers (K–6) will be eligible to apply during a future cycle. Anyone—principals, teachers, parents, students, colleagues, etc.—may nominate a teacher by completing the nomination form. To submit a nomination, you’ll need the teacher’s name, email address, and school contact information. Teachers may also initiate the application process themselves at www.paemst.org.

The deadline to nominate is January 9, 2023 or the deadline to apply is February 6, 2023.

Art & Activism is the theme for MLK Day 2023 at Bates. It is a day of thought, reflection, and aspiration for the entire community. Choose from dozens of workshops, presentations, and performances. See full program and register for tickets (free!).

Parents and Students – Did you miss Bill Smith’s December presentation in Crooker Theater? If so, or if you want a refresher, join Bill on January 10 from 4:00 to 5:30 P.M. at Shepard Financial, US Route #1, Suite 4 in Yarmouth.

Topics include:

• New changes coming to the FAFSA

• Types of aid: grants, scholarships, work/study, loans.

• How do colleges decide how much aid to give?

• Need- and merit-based aid, what's the difference, how to get it?

• What do you need to know about financial aid applications: the FAFSA and the Profile forms?

• Using net price calculators to estimate your cost after aid at any college.

• Estimating the 4-year bottom line: how much will you pay for a college degree?

• How can you estimate how much college debt you’ll need?

• How can you decide if college debt is reasonable and affordable?

Follow the link below to complete the Enrollment Application. If you are considering Region #10, but need more information before applying, check with Mrs. Moore in the Counseling Office or with your individual counselor. Consider taking advantage of this great opportunity!

https://www.r10tech.org/

Not sure if you applied…Check with Mrs. Moore, your counselor or with Mrs. Cota or Ms. Shackley.

You scores are posted on studentscores.collegeboard.org.

To access your scores make sure you create an account in College Board if you have not already done so.

The Counseling Office is here to provide academic, social and emotional support to students, and to support our parents and guardians as well. Counselors schedule appointments, but students feel free to make your own appointment or stop by the Counseling Office when you have a study hall or FLEX. Parents – you are also welcome to reach out to your student’s counselor in an email or phone with any questions or concerns and to set up an in person meeting.

Counselor Mary Moore (students at Region #10/OCLC) 844-2357 7:30-3:30 email mmoore@brunswicksd.org

Counselor Diane Cook (students A-F) 844-2358 7:30-3:30 email dcook@brunswicksd.org

Counselor Scott Bradley (Students G-N) 844-2355 7:30-3:30 email sbradley@brunswicksd.org

Counselor Christina Ring (Students O-Z) 844-2353 7:30-3:30 email cring@brunswicksd.org

Please click the photo for information regarding Weather Cancellations

Please refer to the Brunswick School Department's Community Newsletter for the most recent COVID-19 Health and Safety Updates.

Please call our school nurse, Jennifer Strout, with any questions or concerns: 207-319-1917

Troy Henninger, Principal

Tim Gagnon, Assistant Principal

Katelin Urgese, Dean of Student Engagement

Aaron Watson, Athletic Director

Mary Moore, Guidance Director