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- Noble Middle & High School Parent-Teacher Conference Registration
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- Agenda for October 21, 2026
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting October 21, 2026 Noble Middle and High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine Board Meeting 6:00pm AGENDA Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Public Input Statement-Vice Chair Public Input Nomination of Transportation Director Adjournment
- Minutes of October 1, 2026
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING OF October 1, 2026 Current Board Members- North Berwick- Lauren Janousek, Kate Whalen, Richard DeCato Berwick- Alison Herlihy, Marissa Tasker, Peg Wheeler Lebanon- Nancy Sewell, Jeridene Basko, Melissa Cyr (For a full account of this meeting please review the video here…Link you can choose to view the transcript in progress by clicking CC for subtitles.) A meeting of the Board of Directors was held in person at Noble Middle and High School on October 1, 2026 at 7:00pm with all members attending in person except Ms. Whelan and Ms. Cyr. There were 13 in the audience. Pledge of Allegiance Agenda Addition Mr. Decato made a motion and Ms. Basko seconded the motion about biological boys participating in girls sports. The motion failed with three in favor and four opposed. Public Input: Ms. Wheeler read the public input statement. There is an iPad to sign in. Mr. Matthew Leggett (Lebanon) - First amendment concerns Shared court rulings sharing ability to be critical at board meetings Concerned about biological males playing female sports Ms. Jennifer Alix (Lebanon) - School bus driver in the district Voters approved $300,000 for salary improvements Porta Potties were placed at the transportation center which feels very disrespectful Minutes of September 3, 2026 Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Sewell to accept the minutes of September 3, 2026 as presented. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. (7-0) Minutes of September 17, 2026 Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Sewell to accept the minutes of September 17, 2026 as presented. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. (7-0) Nomination of Delegate of Assembly The Board Chair asked for a volunteer to be the annual delegate to the MSBA Assembly. The 2026 MSBA Delegate Assembly will be held via Zoom. It is set for Saturday, October 24, beginning at 9:30 a.m. A few board members said they will check their schedules to see if attendance is possible. Donations: The Eric Knowlton School has received a donation of an addition to its playground - The Tree Deck. The materials of the project cost $11,371.35 and 400 man hours were donated by Erek Johnson, an insured contractor, for the entirety of the project. The money used for this project was fundraised from multiple fundraisers, including the Muddy Mile. Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Mr. Decato to accept the donation with thanks. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Ms. Janousek asked a process question to align meetings to help projects to be completed in a timely manner. Also, wanted to ensure that the money raised stays with the project that it was intended for. Ms. Sewell asked about approving these donations prior to building and purchasing. Moving forward that will be the plan. The Vivian Hussey School has received a donation from the Berwick PTO to replace existing playground equipment. The donation is in the amount of $12,237.51. The money used for this project was fundraised from multiple fundraisers, including the Muddy Mile. Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Mr. Decato to accept the donation with thanks. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. The MSAD 60 Backpack Program has received a donation from Drifter’s Ride for Hunger for $5,630. So appreciated! Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Basko to accept the donation of $5,630 with thanks. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Ms. Janousek voted to add an agenda item to approve the $18,000 swing set for Noble Intermediate School. Ms. Tasker seconded adding to the agenda and all members voted in favor and the motion passed. The board decided to wait to have the exact numbers prior to approval. Ms. Sewell shared that we could have a brief zoom meeting to approve. Lease Approvals Technology Leases Ms. Sewell asked why the documents were labeled revised. Ms. Basko asked a question about the amount of the technology lease. Ms. Van Campen shared that the amount of the lease will be less than the amount that was estimated for the budget. Ms. Basko asked a question about transportation where $112,207 was budgeted and $102,141 was listed as the lease amount. The board then reviewed the Technology Leases. Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Herlihy to: October 1, 2026 Motion: I move that the Resolution entitled, “Resolution to Authorize Lease Purchase of New Technology Equipment in the Principal Amount of $484,693” be adopted in form presented to this meeting. RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE LEASE PURCHASE OF NEW TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT IN THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $484,693 The School Board of Maine School Administrative District No. 60 (the “District”) hereby resolves as follows: That Superintendent of Schools (the “Superintendent”) and the Business Manager, acting singly, are authorized to accept the proposal of MCB Leasing, LLC (the “Lessor”), to provide tax-exempt lease purchase financing for new technology equipment with related peripherals, accessories, software, and licenses (the “Equipment”) in the principal amount of $484,693 at an interest rate of 4.65% payable in three (3) annual installments and any prior such action is hereby ratified and confirmed; That under and pursuant to the provisions of Title 20-A M.R.S. Sections 1001 and 1055, and all other applicable law, the Superintendent is authorized to execute and deliver a lease purchase agreement with Lessor, or its nominee, in the name and on behalf of the District for the Equipment, with an aggregate lease purchase price not to exceed $484,693, in such form and on such terms not inconsistent herewith as the Superintendent may approve (the “Lease”); That to the extent not inconsistent with this Resolution, the Superintendent is hereby authorized to select such date(s), maturity(ies), denomination(s), interest rate(s), place(s) of payment, form(s), and other details of the Lease, as the Superintendent may approve, said approval to be conclusively evidenced by the execution and delivery thereof; That the Superintendent is authorized, as applicable, to designate the Lease issued pursuant hereto as a qualified tax-exempt obligation within the meaning of Section 265(b)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”); That the Superintendent is authorized to covenant on behalf of the Lessee that no part of the proceeds of the Lease or the Equipment shall be used, directly or indirectly, in a manner that would cause the Lease to be an “arbitrage bond” or a “private activity bond” within the meaning of Sections 141 and 148 of the Code; That the Superintendent is authorized to execute and deliver such tax certificates, arbitrage and use of proceeds certificates, and other documents and certificates as may, in the Superintendent's opinion, be necessary or convenient to effect the transactions herein authorized, to be in such form not inconsistent with this Resolution as the Superintendent may approve, said approval to be conclusively evidenced by the execution and delivery thereof; That the Superintendent and other appropriate officials of the District, acting singly, are authorized and empowered in its name and on its behalf to do or cause to do all such other acts and things as may be necessary or desirable in order to effect the sale and delivery of the Lease in accordance herewith, and any such prior action by them is hereby ratified and confirmed; That if the Superintendent or any other District officer or official is for any reason unavailable to, as applicable, approve, execute or attest the Lease, or any related financing documents, the person or persons acting in any such capacity, whether as an assistant, a deputy or otherwise, is authorized to act for such official with the same force and effect as if such official had herself/himself performed such act, and any such prior action by them is hereby ratified and confirmed; That the Treasurer of the District, in consultation with Bond Counsel, is authorized to implement written procedures with respect to the Lease for the purpose of (i) ensuring timely “remedial action” for any portion of the Lease that may become “non-qualified bonds,” as those terms are defined in the Code and regulations thereunder; and (ii) monitoring the District’s compliance following execution of the Lease with the arbitrage, yield restriction, and rebate requirements of the Code and regulations thereunder; That the Superintendent is authorized to covenant on behalf of the District to file any information report and pay any rebate due to the United States in connection with the issuance of the Lease, and to take all other lawful actions necessary to ensure the interest portion of the rental payments under and pursuant to the Lease will be excludable from the gross income of the owners thereof for purposes of federal income taxation and to refrain from taking any action which would cause such interest portion of the rental payments to become includable in the gross income of the owners thereof; That the District hereby resolves and declares its official intent pursuant to Section 1.150-2(e) of the Treasury Regulations that the District reasonably expects to use the proceeds of the Lease to reimburse certain original expenditures from the District’s general or other fund, paid not earlier than 60 days prior to adoption of this Resolution or to be paid, which original expenditures have been or will be incurred in connection with costs of the Equipment; and that the District reasonably expects that the maximum principal amount that the District will issue to finance the Equipment is $484,693, and further that an attested copy of this declaration of official intent be kept in the permanent records of the District; and That an attested copy of this Resolution be filed with the minutes of this meeting. A true copy, attest: _________________________________ Audra Beauvais, Secretary Maine School Administrative District No. 60 All members voted in favor and the motion passed. (7-0) Transportation Lease Review The board then reviewed the Transportation Leases. Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Herihy to: October 1, 2026 Motion: I move that the Resolution entitled, “Resolution to Authorize Lease Purchase of New Transportation Vehicles in the Principal Amount of $465,507” be adopted in form presented to this meeting. RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE LEASE PURCHASE OF NEW TRANSPORTATION VEHICLES IN THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $465,507 The School Board of Maine School Administrative District No. 60 (the “District”) hereby resolves as follows: That Superintendent of Schools (the “Superintendent”) and the Business Manager, acting singly, are authorized to accept the proposal of MCB Leasing, LLC (the “Lessor”), to provide tax-exempt lease purchase financing for one (1) school bus, one (1) minibus, and four (4) Toyota Sienna vans with related equipment and accessories (the “Equipment”) in the principal amount of $465,507 at an interest rate of 4.76% payable in five (5) annual installments and any prior such action is hereby ratified and confirmed; That under and pursuant to the provisions of Title 20-A M.R.S. Sections 1001, 1055 and 5401(15), and all other applicable law, the Superintendent is authorized to execute and deliver a lease purchase agreement with Lessor, or its nominee, in the name and on behalf of the District for the Equipment, with an aggregate lease purchase price not to exceed $465,507, in such form and on such terms not inconsistent herewith as the Superintendent may approve (the “Lease”); That to the extent not inconsistent with this Resolution, the Superintendent is hereby authorized to select such date(s), maturity(ies), denomination(s), interest rate(s), place(s) of payment, form(s), and other details of the Lease, as the Superintendent may approve, said approval to be conclusively evidenced by the execution and delivery thereof; That the Superintendent is authorized, as applicable, to designate the Lease issued pursuant hereto as a qualified tax-exempt obligation within the meaning of Section 265(b)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”); That the Superintendent is authorized to covenant on behalf of the Lessee that no part of the proceeds of the Lease or the Equipment shall be used, directly or indirectly, in a manner that would cause the Lease to be an “arbitrage bond” or a “private activity bond” within the meaning of Sections 141 and 148 of the Code; That the Superintendent is authorized to execute and deliver such tax certificates, arbitrage and use of proceeds certificates, and other documents and certificates as may, in the Superintendent's opinion, be necessary or convenient to effect the transactions herein authorized, to be in such form not inconsistent with this Resolution as the Superintendent may approve, said approval to be conclusively evidenced by the execution and delivery thereof; That the Superintendent and other appropriate officials of the District, acting singly, are authorized and empowered in its name and on its behalf to do or cause to do all such other acts and things as may be necessary or desirable in order to effect the sale and delivery of the Lease in accordance herewith, and any such prior action by them is hereby ratified and confirmed; That if the Superintendent or any other District officer or official is for any reason unavailable to, as applicable, approve, execute or attest the Lease, or any related financing documents, the person or persons acting in any such capacity, whether as an assistant, a deputy or otherwise, is authorized to act for such official with the same force and effect as if such official had herself/himself performed such act, and any such prior action by them is hereby ratified and confirmed; That the Treasurer of the District, in consultation with Bond Counsel, is authorized to implement written procedures with respect to the Lease for the purpose of (i) ensuring timely “remedial action” for any portion of the Lease that may become “non-qualified bonds,” as those terms are defined in the Code and regulations thereunder; and (ii) monitoring the District’s compliance following execution of the Lease with the arbitrage, yield restriction, and rebate requirements of the Code and regulations thereunder; That the Superintendent is authorized to covenant on behalf of the District to file any information report and pay any rebate due to the United States in connection with the issuance of the Lease, and to take all other lawful actions necessary to ensure the interest portion of the rental payments under and pursuant to the Lease will be excludable from the gross income of the owners thereof for purposes of federal income taxation and to refrain from taking any action which would cause such interest portion of the rental payments to become includable in the gross income of the owners thereof; That the District hereby resolves and declares its official intent pursuant to Section 1.150-2(e) of the Treasury Regulations that the District reasonably expects to use the proceeds of the Lease to reimburse certain original expenditures from the District’s general or other fund, paid not earlier than 60 days prior to adoption of this Resolution or to be paid, which original expenditures have been or will be incurred in connection with costs of the Equipment; and that the District reasonably expects that the maximum principal amount that the District will issue to finance the Equipment is $465,507, and further that an attested copy of this declaration of official intent be kept in the permanent records of the District; and That an attested copy of this Resolution be filed with the minutes of this meeting. A true copy, attest: _________________________________ Audra Beauvais, Secretary Maine School Administrative District No. 60 All members voted in favor and the motion passed. (7-0) MSAD 60 Emergency Management Plans School safety plans have been submitted to the central office and the superintendent shared this with the board. The plans are kept specifically isolated to those that “need to know” as this is best practice in the safety field. The superintendent is obligated to inform the board that the safety plans have been updated annually and that they have been approved and signed off on by the emergency personnel in the towns (Fire Department and Police Departments). All plans from all the schools have met these requirements. MSAD 60 School Board Goals Yellow highlights are revised or updated goals. 2024-2026 School Year Goals Update 10/1/26.docx Ms. Sewell asked about raising the percentages for math and literacy. Ms. Sewell asked about quarterly reports for the new literacy and math programs and Ms. Beauvais shared that it was possible. Ms. Wheeler proposed looking at the document and bringing questions forward to finalize at the next meeting. Mr. Decato shared a desire to set high goals to attempt to reach. Employment: Resignation: Lee-Ann Cammett- Transportation Director. Ms. Basko made the motion and it was seconded by Mr. Decato to accept the resignation of Ms. Cammett. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Ms. Herlihy requested an exit interview due to this being an administrative position. Superintendent Update: Ms. Beauvais handed out a budget timeline document. Ms. Janousek asked if the superintendent could present the budget at the Thursday, 2/25 meeting. Ms. Herlihy asked if a one page document could be shared with major budget changes in late May. Ms. Sewell asked if this could also be provided at the start of the process. Ms. Basko asked to be aware of snow days and have a plan to ensure plenty of discussion. Ms. Sewell asked if March meetings could begin at 6:00 pm. Ms. Herlihy asked if a round table with administrators could happen in early March. Duct detectors have caused the smoke alarm to go off multiple times over the last two weeks. A Policy Committee meeting is needed. Can a virtual copy of the Legislative Update be provided? Facilities Advisory Committee - Ms. Austin shared that 28 - 30 people have signed on to continue with the group. Lebanon Elementary and Mary Hurd Academy were a focus of the groups at the advisory meeting and this group will be making recommendations to the board. Transportation - Ms. Austin shared that there is not a space for drivers to gather and the porta potties are not showing the respect for the drivers that we hope to display. Ms. Wheeler asked if the board could tour the transportation center and the members agreed At 6:15 pm on Thursday, 10/15 board members will be able to tour the transportation facility with a 6:30 start meeting back at the NMHS library. Other: Ms. Sewell shared concerns around transgender female students participating in contact sports against young women. Mr. Decato asked a variety of questions about transgender student participation in athletics. Public Input: Mr. Tom Lavigne (unknown residence) - Would like Spotify to be unblocked. Also, he shared he reached out to the federal government to have an investigation about secret meetings being held. Ms. Priscilla Forziati (North Berwick) - Feels the community is shut out from academic decisions. Concerns about not being required to follow the cell phone policy. Wonders if conversations have taken place with bus drivers or parents. Executive Session Pursuant to 1M.R.S.A. §405(6)(D) Labor Contract Discussion Transportation Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Mr. Decato to go into executive session pursuant to Executive Session 1 MRSA 405§(6)(D) Labor Contract Discussion Transportation. In at 8:51 pm. Out at 10:03 pm. Executive Session Pursuant to 1M.R.S.A. §405(6)(A)Evaluation of Appointees: Ms. Herlihy made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Tasker to go into executive session pursuant to Executive Session 1 MRSA 405§(6)(A) Evaluation of Appointees. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. In at 10:04 pm. Out at 10:07 pm. Adjournment Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Basko to adjourn. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Adjourned at 10:07 pm. Respectfully submitted, Audra Beauvais
- Agenda October 15, 2026
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting October 15, 2026 Noble Middle and High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine Bus Garage Tour 6:15pm Board Meeting 7:00pm AGENDA 6:15pm Bus Garage Tour- 150 Noble Way, North Berwick Maine, 03906 Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Public Input Statement-Vice Chair Public Input Minutes of October 1, 2026 Donation Noble Intermediate School Swing Set Financial Summary September 2026 Lebanon Elementary School Boiler MSAD 60 School Board Goals Employment Superintendent Update Other Facilities Advisory Committee Executive Session Executive Session Pursuant to 1M.R.S.A. §405(6)(D) Labor Contract Discussion Transportation Executive Session Pursuant to 1M.R.S.A. §405(6)(A)Evaluation of Appointees Adjournment
- Minutes of August 13, 2026
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING OF August 13, 2026 Current Board Members- North Berwick- Lauren Janousek, Kate Whalen, Richard DeCato Berwick- Alison Herlihy, Marissa Tasker, Peg Wheeler Lebanon- Nancy Sewell, Jeridene Basko, Melissa Cyr (For a full account of this meeting please review the video here…Link you can choose to view the transcript in progress by clicking CC for subtitles.) A meeting of the Board of Directors was held in person at Noble Middle and High School on August 13, 2026 at 6:30 pm with all members attending in person except Ms. Cyr and Ms. Janousek who attended remotely, and Ms. Herlihy was unable to attend. There were 8 in the audience. Pledge of Allegiance Ms. Cyr read the public input statement. Public Input: No public input Agenda Adjustment: Ms. Basko made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Whalen to add an executive session at the end of the meeting for 1 MRSA 405§(6)(A) Personnel Matter. All members voted and the motion was passed. Minutes: Ms. Sewell recommended editing the July 16 minutes to note a minimum of three members of the board, but not necessarily one from each community. Ms. Whalen made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Sewell to accept the minutes of July 16, 2026 as presented. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Website Refresh Brigette Dumont and Brett Saucier Technology Director Ms. Brigette Dumont and Technical Assistant Brett Saucier presented the MSAD 60 website refresh. Ms. Dumont explained the “refresh” started last spring and collected feedback from students and community. Staff, community, student, and admin focus groups on usability. Ms. Dumont shared that a new website develops a unified, accessible district website with consistent navigation, improved access to board policies, mobile-friendly design, and ADA compliance. Spring Data Update- Dr. Shannon Swiger Dr. Shannon Swiger gave an update regarding Spring Data based on the Maine Through Year Assessment and NWEA data administered spring, 2026. Transportation Budget Discuss the $300,000 that was added into the budget and requested for transportation. The Board discussed the importance of honoring community requests while balancing budget constraints and long-term costs. Additional compensation and bonuses for bus drivers were considered, including incentives for covering extra routes and supporting recruitment and retention efforts. The cost of replacing and adding vans was also discussed, including CDL requirements, vehicle capacity, and fuel expenses, and plans to purchase additional vans were confirmed. Before moving forward with salary increases, the Board requested projected employee costs and comparisons with CDL driver compensation to help inform the decision. Draft Board Handbook The Board discussed how the glossary is effective, perhaps making this handbook an ongoing draft and live document. It was also suggested adding executive session to glossary with the codes for most common reasons. Board Norms The Board reviewed current norms and considered a less wordy, more focused version. They continued to discuss distinguishing broader ethics from meeting-specific norms. There was suggested consideration of emphasizing respect, listening, and modeling respectful behavior. The board supported posting norms with agendas and providing clear examples and rationale. Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Whalen to approve the change of board norms as amended. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Policy Second Reading BCA- Board Code of Ethics The Board discussed the need to clarify whether board members are visiting the school in their capacity as board members or as family members. They considered ways to ensure staff are aware of a board member’s role during visits to avoid confusion, including the use of identification or lanyards and clearer policy language. It was noted that some gray areas remain and will require further review by the Policy Committee. Public Input Statement Discussion The Board reviewed public input statements from other schools and discussed shortening the district’s current statement. Options included using bullet points and adding the expectations to the meeting agenda. They also discussed having speakers acknowledge that they have read the expectations, while recognizing that acknowledgment does not guarantee compliance. It was agreed that a clear statement and defined parameters should remain in place, with further revisions needed to improve clarity and effectiveness. Facilities Community Forum Discussion Board members were asked to submit names of potential additions to Sue Austin. They are tentatively looking at September 17, 2026, as the date for the meeting, with a tentative start time of 6:00 p.m. Invitations and a community announcement will be sent out. Input from Harriman will also be part of the conversation, and all board members are encouraged to participate. Nomination Probationary Teacher 1 to 2 Probationary 1 to Probationary 2: Ms. Basko made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Janousek to approve the nomination of the presented probationary 1 to probationary 2 teacher. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Employment: New Hire: Delia Bailey, NIS Gr 5 Classroom Teacher, Bachelor of Science from Salve Regina University. Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Whalen to approve Ms. Bailey. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Daniel Aylward, NIS Special Education Teacher, Bachelor of Arts from Susquehanna University. Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Whalen to approve Mr. Aylward. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Austin Kennie, Hanson Music Teacher, Bachelor of Arts from Hobart and William Smith Colleges. Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Whalen to approve Mr. Kennie. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Taryn Frizzell- Hanson School Nurse, Bachelor of Science Nursing. Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Whalen to approve Ms. Frizzell. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Fiona Carson- Hussey School Special Education Teacher, Master of Arts from Clark University. Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Whalen to approve Ms. Carson. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Jaime Matthews- Hussey School Special Education Teacher, Master of Business Administration, Starter University. Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Whalen to approve Ms. Matthews. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Jessica Hunnewell- Pre-K Speech Pathologist (.5), Master of Science, Boston University. Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Whalen to approve Ms. Hunnewell. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Devyn Harding- Knowlton Behavior Intervention, Master of Arts, University of Michigan- Ann Arbor. Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Whalen to approve Ms. Harding. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Resignation: Kristen Hobbs - NIS intervention teacher resigned to take a similar position at Dover. Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Whalen to accept the resignation. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Superintendent Update: Ms. Beauvais spoke about MSMA Fall Conference 10/29 & 10/30 at Augusta Civic Center, letting Jen know by the start of September who would like to attend. SRRF at Noble Iintermediate School, ventilation systems in classrooms are being taken apart and new components replaced. All schools will be complete (except MHA & LES). All buildings will connect to one control. Joe Sanfilippo will be coming to speak in MSAD60 on 8/20 with Marshwood, Traip, and York administrators as part of the Administrator Workshop Day. New teacher orientation on 8/17, 8/18, and 8/19. Other: Ms. Basko: Asked if there are restroom facilities in the transportation building? Ms. Sewell: Wants to discuss DIBELS vs iReady Ms. Tasker: Asked when will the policy committee reconvene? Ms. Basko: Can this evening’s Data Presentation be shared out? Ms. Sewell: Thrilled with the scores on the NWEA. Can K-3 by individual schools be shared? Ms. Wheeler: Gift and card for Kate as a thank you for her leadership Public Input: Jen Alix - Lebanon, ME and MSAD 60 bus driver. Executive Session 1 MRSA 405§(6)(A) Personnel Matter Mr. Decato made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Whalen to go into executive session pursuant to Executive Session 1 MRSA 405§(6)(A) Personnel Matter. In at 8:35 pm. Out at 9:00 pm. Executive Session 1 M.R.S.A. §405(6)(A) Evaluation of Employee: Mr. Decato made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Whalen to go into executive session pursuant to Executive Session 1 MRSA 405§(6)(A) Evaluation of Employee. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. In at 9:01 pm. Out at 9:28pm. Adjournment Ms. Basko made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Sewell to adjourn. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Adjourned at 9:28 pm. Respectfully submitted, Audra Beauvais
- Minutes of September 3, 2026
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING OF September 3, 2026 Current Board Members- North Berwick- Lauren Janousek, Kate Whalen, Richard DeCato Berwick- Alison Herlihy, Marissa Tasker, Peg Wheeler Lebanon- Nancy Sewell, Jeridene Basko, Melissa Cyr (For a full account of this meeting please review the video here…Link you can choose to view the transcript in progress by clicking CC for subtitles.) Executive Session Pursuant to 1M.R.S.A. §405(6)(B) Readmission of a Student Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms.Whalen to go into executive session pursuant to Executive Session 1 MRSA 405§(6)(B) Readmission of a Student. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. In at 6:05 pm. Out at 6:42 pm. Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Cyr to reinstate the student under consideration. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Executive Session Pursuant to 1M.R.S.A. §405(6)(B) Readmission of a Student Ms. Whalen made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Cyr to go into executive session pursuant to Executive Session 1 MRSA 405§(6)(B) Readmission of a Student. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. In at 6:47 pm. Out at 6:57 pm. Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Whalen to reinstate the student under consideration. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. A meeting of the Board of Directors was held in person at Noble Middle and High School on September 3, 2026 at 7:00pm with all members attending in person. There were 5 in the audience. Ms. Basko made a motion and it was seconded by Mr. DeCato to remove one of the executive sessions originally planned for earlier in the session. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Ms. Cyr made a motion and it was seconded by Mr. DeCato to add an agenda item for acceptance of a donation. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Pledge of Allegiance Ms. Cyr read the public input statement. Public Input: No public input at this point. Minutes of August 13, 2026 Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms Basko to accept the minutes of August 13, 2026 as presented. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. School District Opening 2026 and Enrollment The Superintendent shared the current enrollments of this date: 2714 we are down from last year 2747. Opening day: Several open houses have occurred up to this point. All were well attended and were very positive. Several more will conclude next week. We have close to 300 athletes enrolled in fall sports and competitions start next week. Update on the parking at ELKS Flow of the buses has been smoothed out between ELKS and NIS. Please keep in mind that we need drivers and that the transportation team is working hard. Public Input Statement Discussion There was discussion about the public input statement and how to summarize it for the meetings. The board discussed the best way to handle providing the public input statement and being sure that it reflected the policy. Ms. Cyr made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Herlihy that the public input bulleted summary statement be placed on the board meeting agenda for the meetings and also have an electronic sign in at the podium with the public input policy referenced. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. MSAD 60 School Board Goals The Superintendent reviewed with the board the updates on the board goals and they are noted in the plan. There was positive discussion regarding what has been accomplished and constructive conversation about what is needing to be improved. Facilities Community Forum Discussion The Assistant Superintendent updated the board regarding the September 17th open forum regarding the Facilities Advisory Committee and the structure of the committee going forward. Here’s the invitation: Facilities Committee Invitation Policy Third Reading JICJ Possession or Use of Cellular Phones and other Electronic Communication Devices Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Cyr to approve policy JICJ Possession or Use of Cellular Phones and other Electronic Communication Devices as amended. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Employment: New Hires: Shilo Fiel, Hanson Gr 2 Classroom Teacher, Master of Education Lesley University. Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Whalen to approve Ms. Fiel. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Kennedy Webber, Hussey School Kindergarten Teacher, Bachelor of Education University of Maine Augusta. Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Basko to approve Ms. Webber. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Eve Lessard, Knowlton School Gr 4 Teacher, Bachelor of Elementary Education University of Southern Maine. Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Basko to approve Ms. Lessard. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Heather Laviolette, Hussey School Kindergarten Teacher, Master of Education Franklin Pierce College. Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Basko to approve Ms. Laviolette. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Bridget Marvin-NMHS Special Education Teacher, Bachelors of Arts Stonehill College. Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Basko to approve Ms. Marvin. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Resignation: Mr. Kevin Moore shared his retirement letter. Ms. Herlihy made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Cyr to accept the resignation of Mr. Moore, Facilities Director, with regret and congratulations! All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Jaymie Frazier-Noble Intermediate School Music Teacher. Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Herlihy to accept the resignation. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Crystal Childress-North Berwick Elementary School Gr 3. Mr. DeCato made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Tasker to accept the resignation. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Superintendent Update: The Superintendent updated the board on the current process for hiring the Facilities Director position. There were over 130 candidates and we are setting up interviews with the hope of getting a successful candidate on board soon. Ms. Whalen made a motion and it was seconded to accept a $1000 donation from J. Lapierre toward the site work for putting in a swing set at the Noble Intermediate School. All members voted in favor with appreciation. Other: Ms. Basko asked about a transportation update. Ms. Basko also asked to get the presentation from the Literacy updates. Ms. Janousek asked about potential transportation switches. Ms. Tasker shared that she had the privilege to be at the Hussey School the past few mornings and shared the excitement of the kids and parents and positivity. Public Input: None at this time. Executive Session Pursuant to 1M.R.S.A. §405(6)(D) Labor Contract Discussion Transportation Ms. Cyr made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Janousek to go into executive session pursuant to Executive Session 1 MRSA 405§(6)(D) Labor Contract Discussion Transportation. In at 8:56 pm. Out at 9:39 pm. Executive Session 1 M.R.S.A. §405(6)(A) Evaluation of Employee: Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Herlihy to go into executive session pursuant to Executive Session 1 MRSA 405§(6)(A) Evaluation of Employee. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. In at 9:39 pm. Out at 9:41 pm. Executive Session Pursuant to 1M.R.S.A. §405(6)(A)Evaluation of Appointees: Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Herlihy to go into executive session pursuant to Executive Session 1 MRSA 405§(6)(A) Evaluation of Appointees. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. In at 9:41 pm. Out at 9:55 pm Adjournment Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Herlihy to adjourn. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Adjourned at 9:58pm. Respectfully submitted, Audra Beauvais
- Minutes of September 17, 2026
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING OF September 17, 2026 Current Board Members- North Berwick- Lauren Janousek, Kate Whalen, Richard DeCato Berwick- Alison Herlihy, Marissa Tasker, Peg Wheeler Lebanon- Nancy Sewell, Jeridene Basko, Melissa Cyr (For a full account of this meeting please review the video here…Link you can choose to view the transcript in progress by clicking CC for subtitles.) Ms. Sewell entered the meeting at 6:30 pm, Ms. Whalen was not present for the meeting. Executive Session Pursuant to 1M.R.S.A. §405(6)(B) Readmission of a Student Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Cyr to go into executive session pursuant to Executive Session 1 MRSA 405§(6)(B) Readmission of a Student. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. In at 6:02 pm. Out at 6:28 pm. Ms. Tasker made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Janousek to reinstate the student under consideration. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. A meeting of the Board of Directors was held in person at Noble Middle and High School on September 17, 2026 at 6:00pm with all members attending in person except Ms. Whalen. There were 33 in the audience. Pledge of Allegiance Ms. Cyr read a public input statement. Ms. Beauvais shared that the public input statement was on the iPad at the microphone. Public Input: No public input at this point. Employment: New Hires: Rebecca Bouton- Facilities Director. Ms. Cyr made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Herlihy to approve Ms. Bouton. Six members voted in favor and Ms. Basko and Ms. Sewell voted against the motion and the motion passed. Zachary Desmarais- NIS Music Teacher, Bachelor of Music University of New Hampshire. Ms Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Cyr to approve Mr. Desmarais. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Adjournment Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Tasker to adjourn. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Adjourned at 6:40 pm. Respectfully submitted, Audra Beauvais Facilities Community Forum Discussion



