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- Agenda August 14, 2025- Cancelled
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting August 14, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine Remote Board Meeting 6:30pm AGENDA Pledge of Allegiance Nomination of Mary Hurd Academy Principal Educator Adjournment
- Minutes of July 24, 2025
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING OF July 24, 2025 Current Board Members- North Berwick- Lauren Janousek, Kate Whalen, Joshua Tabor 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 and remotely on July 24, 2025 at 6:00 pm with all members attending except Ms. Herlihy and Mr. Tabor. There was one member of the public present. Pledge of Allegiance Employment: Nomination of Hanson Elementary School Assistant Principal Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Tasker to approve Ms. Spaulding as the new Assistant Principal of Hanson School. All members voted in favor by a roll call vote and the motion passed: Ms. Whalen-yes Ms. Basko-yes Ms. Cyr-yes Ms. Wheeler-yes Ms. Sewell-yes Ms. Janousek-yes Ms. Tasker-yes Ms. Wheeler made the motion to adjourn the meeting and Ms. Tasker seconded the motion. The motion passed and officially adjourned at 6:20 pm. Respectfully submitted, Audra Beauvais
- Minutes of July 17, 2025
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING OF July 17, 2025 Current Board Members- North Berwick- Lauren Janousek, Kate Whalen, Joshua Tabor 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.) Board Workshop with Drummond Woodsum Workshop Swearing In and Oath of New Members The superintendent held the swearing in of the two new board members, Ms. Marissa Tasker of Berwick and Melissa Cyr of Lebanon. Welcome to our new board members. Executive Session Executive Session Pursuant to 1M.R.S.A. §405(6)(E) Consultations Between School Unit and its Attorney 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)(E) Consultations Between School Unit and its Attorney . All members voted in favor and the motion passed. In at 4:44 pm. Out at 5:45 pm. Board Workshop Business Brief: Denise VanCampen, Business Manager, gave an overview of some of the budgetary and financial information that the board will see over the next several months. Ms VanCampen shared that she will be providing more financial, budget and business information on a monthly basis to help the board with the complexities of the financial pieces of the district. A meeting of the Board of Directors was held in person on July 17, 2025 at 7:00 pm with all members attending except Ms. Cyr who was remote. There were 3 members of the public present. Pledge of Allegiance Ms. Wheeler read the public input statement. Public Input: None at this time. Seating of Board Chair and Oath of Office; Seating of Vice Chair Ms. Basko made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Sewell to nominate Mr. Tabor as chair. All members voted in favor except Ms. Herlihy, Ms. Wheeler, Ms. Janousek, Ms Cyr, Ms. Whalen and the motion failed. Ms. Wheeler made the Motion and it was seconded by Ms. Herlihy of Ms. Whalen as chair. Chair of the Board for the 2025/2026 school year. All members voted in favor except Ms. Basko, Ms. Sewall and Mr. Tabor and the motion passed. Ms. Basko made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Sewell to nominate Mr. Tabor as Vice Chair of the Board for the 2025/2026 school year. Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Cyr to nominate Ms. Wheeler as Vice Chair of the Board for the 2025/2026 school year. And Ms. Herlihy nominated herself and it was seconded by Ms.Sewell Vice Chair of the Board for the 2025/2026 school year. Members voted 4 for Ms. Wheeler, 3 for Mr. Tabor and 2 for Ms. Herlihy. Ms Wheeler will be the Vice Chair of the Board for the 2025/2026 school year. Minutes: Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to table the minutes of June 5, 2025 . All members voted in favor and the motion was passed. Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to table the minutes of June 11, 2025 . All members voted in favor and the motion was passed. Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to table the minutes of July 3, 2025 . All members voted in favor and the motion was passed. Technology Lease Review The board then reviewed the Technology Leases. Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to: July 17, 2025 Motion : I move that the Resolution entitled, “Resolution to Authorize Lease Purchase of New Technology Equipment in the Principal Amount of $546,812” be adopted in form presented to this meeting. RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE LEASE PURCHASE OF NEW TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT IN THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $546,812 The School Board of Maine School Administrative District No. 60 (the “District”) hereby resolves as follows: 1. 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 $546,812 at an interest rate of 4.76% payable in three (3) annual installments and any prior such action is hereby ratified and confirmed; 2. 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 $546,812, in such form and on such terms not inconsistent herewith as the Superintendent may approve (the “Lease”); 3. 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; 4. 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”); 5. 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; 6. 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; 7. 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; 8. 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; 9. 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; 10. 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; 11. 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. Transportation Lease Review The board then reviewed the Transportation Leases. Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to: July 17, 2025 Motion : I move that the Resolution entitled, “Resolution to Authorize Lease Purchase of Three (3) New School Buses in the Principal Amount of $412,920” be adopted in form presented to this meeting. RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE LEASE PURCHASE OF THREE (3) NEW SCHOOL BUSES IN THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $412,920 The School Board of Maine School Administrative District No. 60 (the “District”) hereby resolves as follows: 1. 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 three (3) new school buses with related equipment and accessories (the “Equipment”) in the principal amount of $412,920 at an interest rate of 4.70% payable in five (5) annual installments and any prior such action is hereby ratified and confirmed; 2. 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 $412,920, in such form and on such terms not inconsistent herewith as the Superintendent may approve (the “Lease”); 3. 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; 4. 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”); 5. 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; 6. 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; 7. 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; 8. 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; 9. 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; 10. 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; and 11. 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. Employment: Reaffirm the Vote of Hanson Elementary School Principal Carmen Carpenter -Hanson Elementary School Principal. Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to approve Ms. Carpenter. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. LOA: Kate Mochon- NHS Art Teacher is requesting a 2 year Leave of Absence to teach in Turkey. Mr. Tabor made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to approve the leave of Ms. Mochon. All members voted in favor and the motion passed with the best of luck! New Hire: Madeline Sawyer - ELKS/ NBES Art Teacher and has a degree from the University of New Hampshire. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Janousek to approve Ms. Sawyer. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Audrey Paskowski - ELKS/NBES PE Teacher and has a degree from the University of Southern Maine. Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to approve Ms. Paskowski. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Bob Noel - NMS Grade 7 Science Teacher and has a degree from the University of Maine. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Janousek to approve Mr. Noel. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Shaylene Wallace-Borden - NMS Social Worker and has a degree from the University of New England. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Janousek to approve Ms. Wallace-Borden. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Jennifer Daraoui - NIS Grade 5 Teacher and has a degree from the St Joseph’s College. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Janousek to approve Ms. Daraoui. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Sophia Anderson- NIS Grade 5 Teacher and has a degree from the Plymouth State College. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Janousek to approve Ms. Anderson. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Elizabeth Norcia- NIS Excel Teacher and has a degree from the University of Southern Maine. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Janousek to approve Ms. Norcia. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Resignation: Kevin Loranger, Gr 5 Teacher Lebanon Elementary School. Mr. Tabor made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to approve the resignation of Mr. Loranger. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Alec Robinson, Noble HS Physics Teacher. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Herlihy to approve the resignation of Mr. Robinson. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Superintendent Update: The Superintendent updated the board on the multiple moves that are happening throughout the district. Departments moving and materials going all over the district. The teams are doing an outstanding job! The new principal at Hanson School will be in district as of Monday July 21st. Very exciting! Hiring of the new assistant principal at the Hanson School is in process. We will be interviewing three finalists next week and then we will bring a name forward to the board on July 24th at 6 pm. Public Input: None at this time. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Janousek to remove the executive session 1MRSA 405 6 B. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Adjournment: Ms.Janousek made a motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to adjourn the meeting. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Adjourned at 8:18 pm. Respectfully submitted, Audra Beauvais
- Minutes of July 3, 2025
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING OF July 3, 2025 Current Board Members- North Berwick- Lauren Janousek, Kate Whalen, Joshua Tabor Berwick- Alison Herlihy, Elva Lovejoy, Peg Wheeler Lebanon- Jeridene Basko, Nancy Neubert, Nancy Sewell, (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 on July 3, 2025 at 3pm with all members attending except Ms. Neubert, Ms. Wheeler, Ms. Stanton Whalen, Ms. Herlihy. Ms. Lovejoy attended remotely. There were 0 members of the public. Pledge of Allegiance Nomination of Hanson Elementary School Principal: Ms. Janouek made the motion and it was seconded by Mr. Tabor to nominate Ms. Carmen Carpenter as the new principal of the Hanson Elementary School. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Adjournment: Ms. Janousek made a motion and it was seconded by Ms. Basko to adjourn the meeting. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Adjourned at 3:27 pm. Respectfully submitted, Audra Beauvais
- Minutes of June 5, 2025
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING OF June 5, 2025 Current Board Members- North Berwick- Lauren Janousek, Kate Whalen, Joshua Tabor Berwick- Alison Herlihy, Elva Lovejoy, Peg Wheeler Lebanon- Nancy Sewell, Jeridene Basko, Nancy Neubert (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 1 MRSA §405(6)(A) Evaluation of Officials/Appointees/Employees 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)(A) Evaluation of Officials/Appointees/ Employees. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. In at 6:31 pm. Out at 6:49 pm. A meeting of the Board of Directors was held in person on June 5, 2025 at 7:00 pm with all members attending except Ms. Lovejoy. There were 16 members of the public. Pledge of Allegiance The vice chair read the public input statement. Public Input: Kelli Shutt, Lebanon parent, shared her concerns regarding the lack of data regarding bullying And her experiences. board meeting.docx Minutes: Ms. Basko made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to table the minutes of May 15, 2025 . All members voted in favor and the motion was passed. Audit RKO Ms. Jen Connors of Runyon Kerteen Ouellette shared the audit update/financial overview for the 2024 school year. Ms. Connors noted that the audit went well. We received a clean opinion on the financial statements. Compliance Report / Statement of Assurance Business Brief Ms. Denise Van Campen, the business manager, gave an overview of several financial Pre K grant and what it means to the district over the next three years. Expenses to tax payers (estimated!!) for people to take into considerations per $100,000 70.94 Berwick 72.11 Lebanon 43.29 North Berwick Ms. Van Campen also shared an update regarding the June 10th budget referendum and what questions would be asked. The second question must be asked every three years… a yes vote means the process stays the same. A no vote would eliminate the referendum but continue the annual meeting to determine the budget. Superintendent Summer Hire (Teachers) Effective June 13, 2025-August 29, 2025 Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Janousek to allow the superintendent to hire staff without board approval for the summer (June 13 through August 29, 2025). All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Nomination of Probationary Administrators The Superintendent then shared lists of the probationary administrators moving from second year to continuing contract. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Janousek to accept the nominations for probationary administrators year two to continuing contract. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Superintendent Beauvais shared lists of the probationary administrators moving from first year to second year. Ms. Herlihy made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to accept the nominations for probationary administrators. All members voted in favor except Ms. Basko and Mr. Tabor and the motion passed. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Herlihy to table agenda items 8, 9, 10 Employment: New Hire: Christina Brown- NBES Pre-K Teacher and has a degree from the University of Maine. Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to approve Ms. Brown. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Sarah Dewhurst- NBES Pre-K Teacher and has a degree from the University of Southern Maine. Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to approve Ms. Dewhurst. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Mikayla Donovan- Vivian Hussey School Pre-K Teacher and has a degree from Wheaton College. Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms Wheeler to approve Ms. Donovan. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Hannah Baxer- Hanson School Grade 2 Teacher and has a degree from Boston University. Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to approve Ms. Baxer. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Dr. Melissa Kleinschmidt- District Librarian and has her degree from University of New Hampshire. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Janousek to approve Ms. Baxer. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Resignation: Elizabeth Jolly , Principal North Berwick Elementary School . Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Janousek to approve the resignation of Ms. Jolly. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Retirement: Deb Gardell- Music Teacher Lebanon Elementary Schools. Thank you for 38 years of employment with MSAD 60. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Janousek to approve the retirement resignation of Ms. Gardell with thanks and congratulations and regrets. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Superintendent Update: Noble Adult and Community Education Graduation. She noted that it was a very special night. Tomorrow night is the Noble High School Graduation. Noble Intermediate School is the name that the students have chosen for the former Noble Middle School. Step up days throughout the district occurred over the past two weeks and they were very well received (and those third graders love the lockers at the Knowlton School)! Northeast Regional Positive Behavioral Interventions System have honored us with a commendation for achieving district wide Silver Status! July 17th board meeting we’d like to start at 3:30 for the board workshop and then the regular board meeting will begin at 7 pm. Other: Ms. Herlihy noted that she has spent some time in the schools recently: 3rd graders at the Hussey School step up day at ELKS. She noted that the vibe was very positive. She also attended a field trip and notes that the Tour guides said that our 3rd graders were the best that we had ever had (Estuary) $35,000 was raised by the Muddy Mile fundraiser! Very impressive! Ms. Janousek remarked on the NACE graduation as well and how meaningful the ceremony is for all who attend. She noted the 3rd grade celebration was well received at NBES. She also noted that the Parent Teacher Organizations throughout the district will now be working together to address the needs of the PK-6 community. She then noted that the Noble High School student council put on a carnival last Sunday at Noble High School… Free Family Fun… It was really well organized and well attended! Public Input: Mr. James Duprie of Lebanon, asked about the auditors report. Executive Session 1 MRSA §405(6)(A) Employment of Officials/Appointees/Employees Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to go into executive session pursuant to Executive Session 1 MRSA 405§(6)(A) Employment of Officials/Appointees/ Employees. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. In at 8:27 pm. Out at 8:38 pm. Adjournment: Ms. Janousek made a motion and it was seconded by Ms. Herlihy to adjourn the meeting. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Adjourned at 8:38 pm. Respectfully submitted, Audra Beauvais
- Agenda August 7, 2025
BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting August 7, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine Executive Session 6pm Board Meeting 7pm AGENDA 6:00pm Executive Session Pursuant to 1M.R.S.A. §405(6)(B) Readmission of a Student Executive Session Pursuant to 1M.R.S.A. §405(6)(B) Readmission of a Student Pledge of Allegiance Public Input Statement-Vice Chair Public Input Minutes of June 5, 2025, June 11, 2025, July 3, 2025, July 17, 2025 and July 24, 2025 NWEA Data Presentation Local Delegate to MSBA Annual Delegate Assembly Employment Superintendent Update Public Input Adjournment
- Agenda for July 24, 2025
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting July 24, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine Board Meeting 6pm AGENDA Pledge of Allegiance Nomination of Hanson Elementary School Assistant Principal Adjournment
- Agenda July 17, 2025
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting July 17, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine Board Meeting 7pm AGENDA 3:30-4:30pm Board Workshop with Drummond Woodsum 4:30-4:45pm Break 4:45pm-Swearing In and Oath of New Members 4:50- 5:05pm Executive Session Executive Session Pursuant to 1M.R.S.A. §405(6)(E) Consultations between school unit and its attorney 5:15-6:15 Board Workshop Business Brief Pledge of Allegiance Public Input Statement-Vice Chair Public Input Seating of Board Chair and Oath of Office; Seating of Vice Chair Minutes of May 15, 2025, June 5, 2025, June 11, 2025 and July 3, 2025 Technology Lease Review Bus Lease Review Employment Superintendent Update Public Input Executive Session Executive Session Pursuant to 1M.R.S.A. §405(6)(B) Readmission of a Student Adjournment
- Minutes of May 8, 2025 District Budget Meeting
MSAD #60 North Berwick, Berwick and Lebanon MINUTES OF THE DISTRICT BUDGET MEETING OF May 8, 2025 The MSAD 60 school budget meeting took place at Noble High School in North Berwick, Maine beginning at 6:30 pm on May 8, 2025. All board members were present, except Ms. Whalen. The press was present as well. Audra Beauvais, Superintendent of Schools, welcomed the residents. She briefly reviewed the budget and she shared with the audience where the 1.15% increase to expenses were incurred and what the impact of declining enrollment, increased valuation of land in the three towns as well as just overall increases in all areas across the board rates was for taxpayers. This current budget will all things considered indicate a 6.93% increase to taxpayers. A Berwick Resident made the motion and it was seconded to nominate Geoffrey Day, of Berwick, as moderator.All members voted in favor and the motion passed. The Superintendent swore in Mr. Day as moderator. The moderator noted that he would be making a modification and allowing the Superintendent and the Assistant Superintendent, non-residents, as well as the administrative team, to speak when responding to direct questions. The Assistant Superintendent will be the recorder of events for the evening. The Moderator then reviewed the process of the meeting and the rules that would be followed. Article 1: Regular Instruction A Lebanon resident made the motion and it was seconded to add $200,000 to the proposed budget as recommended by the board of directors. There was some discussion and the : Proposed Amendment: A Lebanon resident made the motion and it was seconded to add $200,000 to the proposed budget as recommended by the board of directors. There was some discussion and the resident withdrew the motion. A Lebanon resident made the motion and it was seconded to add $80,000 to the proposed article 1 in order to return the fourth grade back to her schools. There was some discussion. The motion was withdrawn. There was discussion regarding transportation of the 4th grade Leb students to ELKS and the length of the bus ride. A Lebanon resident made the motion and it was seconded to add $252,000 to the proposed budget with the intent to return the Lebanon 4th graders to the Lebanon schools. There were several comments and questions. The members then voted on the proposed article amendment by a show of hands. The motion didn’t pass. A North Berwick Resident asked to move the motion A North Berwick resident made the motion and it was seconded to accept the proposed budget. The members then voted on the proposed article as recommended by the board of directors and it was approved overwhelmingly. Article 2: Special Education A North Berwick Resident made the motion and it was seconded to accept the proposed budget as recommended by the board of directors. There were multiple questions asking more specific questions regarding services as well as other questions about article 1. The residents then voted on the article as recommended by the board of directors. It was approved overwhelmingly. Proposed Amendment: None Article 3: Career and Technical Education A North Berwick Resident made the motion and it was seconded to accept the proposed budget as recommended by the board of directors. The article was approved overwhelmingly. Proposed Amendment: None Article 4: Other Instruction A North Berwick Resident made the motion and it was seconded to accept the proposed budget as recommended by the board of directors. There was some discussion. The members then voted on the proposed article as recommended by the board of directors and it was approved overwhelmingly. Proposed Amendment: None A North Berwick Resident asked that the moderator to enforce the protocol of cutting the questions to two per person. There was a point of clarification that this meant twice per motion, not for the whole night. Article 5: Student and Staff Support A North Berwick Resident made the motion and it was seconded to accept the proposed budget as recommended by the board of directors. There was one question. The members then voted on the proposed article as recommended by the board of directors and it was approved overwhelmingly Proposed Amendment: None Article 6: System Administration A North Berwick Resident made the motion and it was seconded to accept the proposed budget as recommended by the board of directors. There were no questions. The members then voted on the proposed article as recommended by the board of directors and it was approved overwhelmingly. Proposed Amendment: None Article 7: School Administration A North Berwick Resident made the motion and it was seconded to accept the proposed budget as recommended by the board of directors. There were several questions. The members then voted on the proposed article as recommended by the board of directors and it was approved overwhelmingly. Proposed Amendment: None Article 8: Transportation A North Berwick Resident made the motion and it was seconded to accept the proposed budget as recommended by the board of directors. There were several questions. The members then voted on the proposed article as recommended by the board of directors and it was approved overwhelmingly. Proposed Amendment: None Article 9: Facilities Maintenance A North Berwick Resident made the motion and it was seconded to accept the proposed budget as recommended by the board of directors. There were some questions. The members then voted on the proposed article as recommended by the board of directors and it was approved overwhelmingly. Proposed Amendment: None Article 10: Debt Service and Other Commitments A North Berwick Resident made the motion and it was seconded to accept the proposed budget as recommended by the board of directors. There was no discussion. The members then voted on the proposed article as recommended by the board of directors and it was approved overwhelmingly. Proposed Amendment: None Article 11: All Other Expenditures A North Berwick Resident made the motion and it was seconded to accept the proposed budget as recommended by the board of directors. There were no questions. The members then voted on the proposed article as recommended by the board of directors and it was approved overwhelmingly. Proposed Amendment: None Article 12: Essential Programs and Services Funding Act A North Berwick Resident made the motion and it was seconded to accept the proposed budget as recommended by the board of directors. There was no discussion. The members then voted on the proposed article as recommended by the board of directors and it was approved overwhelmingly. Proposed Amendment: None Article 13: Straight Local Money, Written Ballot A North Berwick Resident made the motion and it was seconded to accept the proposed budget as recommended by the board of directors. There was some discussion. It was overwhelmingly approved to accept the proposed budget and move to a written ballot. Berwick Y: 34 No: 3 Lebanon Y: 21 No: 12 N. Berwick Y: 36 No: 7 ————————————- Totals Y: 91 No: 22 Article 14: Summary Article A North Berwick Resident made the motion and it was seconded to accept the proposed budget as recommended by the board of directors. Proposed Amendment: A Berwick Resident made the motion to amend the language of the article to adjust it Pre K to Grade 12 rather than K-12. There was some discussion and the motion passed. A North Berwick Resident made the motion and it was seconded to accept the amended proposed budget as recommended by the board of directors. There was no discussion. The members then voted on the proposed article as recommended by the board of directors and it was approved overwhelmingly. Article 15: Raises and Appropriates Funds for the School Nutrition Program A North Berwick Resident made the motion and it was seconded to accept the proposed budget as recommended by the board of directors. There was no discussion. The members then voted on the proposed article as recommended by the board of directors and it was approved overwhelmingly. Proposed Amendment: None Article 16: Adult Education A North Berwick Resident made the motion and it was seconded to accept the proposed budget as recommended by the board of directors. There was some discussion. The members then voted on the proposed article as recommended by the board of directors and it was approved overwhelmingly. Proposed Amendment: None Article 17: Expending other funds A North Berwick Resident made the motion and it was seconded to accept the proposed budget as recommended by the board of directors. There was no discussion. The members then voted on the proposed article as recommended by the board of directors and it was approved overwhelmingly. Proposed Amendment: None A North Berwick Resident made the motion and it was seconded to adjourn. It was approved overwhelmingly. MSAD #60 North Berwick, Berwick and Lebanon Meeting adjourned at 8:46 pm. Respectfully submitted, Audra Beauvais Secretary of the Board of Directors Count: Berwick: 37 North Berwick: 43 Lebanon: 33 Total: 113
- Minutes of May 8, 2025
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING OF May 8, 2025 Current Board Members- North Berwick- Lauren Janousek, Kate Whalen, Joshua Tabor Berwick- Alison Herlihy, Elva Lovejoy, Peg Wheeler Lebanon- Nancy Sewell, Jeridene Basko, Nancy Neubert An Executive Session of the Board of Directors was held remotely on May 8, 2025 at 5:30pm with all members attending except Ms. Lovejoy and Ms. Whalen. . Call to Order Executive Session Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Janousek to go into executive session pursuant to 1 M.R.S.A. §405(6)(A) Evaluation of Officials/Appointees/EmployeesSession . All members voted in favor and the motion passed. In at 5:30 pm. Ms. Lovejoy entered the meeting at 6:00 pm Out at 6:18 pm. Adjournment: Mr. Tabor made a motion and it was seconded by Ms. Lovejoy to adjourn the meeting. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Adjourned at 6:20 pm. Respectfully submitted, Audra Beauvais
- Minutes of May 1, 2025
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING OF May 1, 2025 Current Board Members- North Berwick- Lauren Janousek, Kate Whalen, Joshua Tabor Berwick- Alison Herlihy, Elva Lovejoy, Peg Wheeler Lebanon- Nancy Sewell, Jeridene Basko, Nancy Neubert (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 on May 1, 2025 at 7:00 pm with all members attending except Ms. Whalen. Ms. Herlihy attended remotely. There were 37 members of the public. Pledge of Allegiance Public Input: None at this time. Minutes: Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to accept the minutes of April 17, 2025 meeting as amended. All members voted in favor and the motion was passed. Ms. Janousk made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Lovejoy to add an agenda item for the school nutrition program. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Janousek to move the executive session scheduled for after this board meeting to 5:30 pm on Thursday May 8th. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Athletics Recognition Mr. Aaron Moore, Athletic Director presented the board with several coaches who highlighted the incredible sports seasons that we have had this winter. He thanked the board for their support, as well as the athletes, coaches and parents who took the time tonight to come to the board and share the highlights of the season. Mr. Isaiah Connery, assistant coach for the boys basketball team thanked the audience and teh board for their support this season. He noted his pride for this group of players and the fact that they embody what it means to have class on and off the court. “I've heard from numerous faculty members and business owners in the community about how well these guys carry themselves and how respectful they are.” He shared a list of accomplishments as a team and for individual players. Three players playing at the college level next year. Two all academic team players. One conference player of the year, varsity player of the year, Max Prep's Maine player of the year. 2,000 point scorers. One defensive player of the year, four all conferences players, one all defensive team player, one all rookie team player, two McDonald senior allstars, and then one Mr. Maine basketball, and also Fitzpatrick winner: Jamir Rose. Incredible accomplishments! Mr. Pete Bronder, assistant wrestling coach shared thanks and his belief in the student athletes. “As far as our wrestling season goes, it's been one of the best that I've been a part of. I've been on the coaching staff for 11 years now. And, this year was a worry-free year for us as far as performance goes, but also in student life and academics. We've been lucky in the past handful of years to really not have to worry about things outside of the wrestling room. This year we cap the season off with the regional title, a state tournament title- making it our 16th which ties us for the most in state history with the Sanford teams of the 60s- with most overall state championships. We won our third dual state team championship and we crowned three individual state champions this year. We had a New England placer, as well as two women state champions and two women New England champions.” Coach Ryan Hoogterp with our E-sports program. He shared that there has been a significant increase in players; From 18 players in the fall to 25 players this spring. It is continually growing. He discussed the success of the Super Smash Brothers Team, with two great seasons and top three placements. The Mario Kart Team was also strong and of course the Rocket League team has two state titles making it five in a row. The Rocket League team has maintained a 40-0 record. Mr. Hoogterp also thanked Mr. Moore, the board and all the parents for the ongoing support. Mr. Moore stepped back up and thanked the parents and community for ongoing support of the Noble Athletics program. He also thanked the board for their continuing support. Farm to School Cook-off Championship Chef David Vargas and student Andre Roy shared their experience participating in the Farm to School Cook-off this past month. This began as a regional competition and then moved them to the finals where they competed against other parts of the state. Mr Vargas and Mr. Roy shared their experience and hope to return next year to defend their championship! Technology update on old devices: Ms. Brigette Dumont, Technology Director, shared with the board the fact that we have some old surplus devices and equipment that we will be putting up for sale based on policy DN which is School Properties Disposition. Ms Dumont explained the policy, shared that we have a break down of items to be liquidated and that we will be offering them to municipalities first and then staff, etc, per the policy. This is just a notification that we are in this process. Nomination of Probationary Teachers: Probationary 1 to Probationary 2: Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Lovejoy to approve the nomination of the presented probationary 1 to probationary 2 teachers. There were some questions and then All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Probationary 2 to Continuing Contract: Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Lovejoy to approve the nomination of the presented probationary 2 to continuing contract teachers. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Employment: New Hire: Ashley Baker, Math Teacher at Noble High School. Ms. Baker will be graduating from University of New Hampshire and currently an intern at Noble High School. Ms. Lovejoy made the motion and it was seconded by Mr. Tabor to approve the employment of Ms. Baker All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Blake Bolduc, English Teacher at Noble High School. Mr. Bolduc will be graduating from University of New Hampshire and currently an intern at Noble High School. Ms. Lovejoy made the motion and it was seconded by Mr. Tabor to approve the employment of Mr. Bolduc All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Resignation: Kristen Legere, Math Teacher at Noble Middle School. Ms. Lovejoy made the motion and it was seconded by Mr. Tabor to approve the resignation of Ms. Legere. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. William Hahn, Special Education Teacher at Mary Hurd School. Ms. Lovejoy made the motion and it was seconded by Mr. Tabor to approve the resignation of Mr. Hahn. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Alston Armstrong, Art Teacher at North Berwick Elementary School. Ms. Lovejoy made the motion and it was seconded by Mr. Tabor to approve the resignation of Ms. Armstrong. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Kendra Threeton, Kindergarten Teacher at Hanson Elementary School. Ms. Lovejoy made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Basko to approve the resignation of Ms. Threeton. All members voted in favor and the motion passed Megan Talbot, Teacher North Berwick Elementary School. Ms. Lovejoy made the motion and it was seconded by Mr. Wheeler to approve the resignation of Ms. Talbot. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Mr. Tabor asked about a potential curriculum conversation regarding some correspondence that the board had received from an employee. The board then reviewed data compiled regarding impact of salaries and benefits and overall costs for the transportation contract that was approved at the previous meeting. She also shared information about the two other contracts that are being finalized. The Assistant Superintendent shared the overview and discussed the multiyear contracts, the percent increases per contract and any additional funds that were included in the contracts for things like perfect attendance bonuses, etc. She noted that the teacher contracts are a bit easier to specifically calculate increases per year because of the salary based figures rather than hourly figures which can fluctuate each payroll. We did estimate though based on generalizations. The board then discussed the support staff contract which had been negotiated and presented to the support staff for their approval. They had voted in favor of it. There were some questions regarding specificity regarding a stipend for support staff in the self-contained programs. Mr. Tabor asked for increased specificity prior to voting on the contract. We will represent the contract on May 15th with the specific wording. Superintendent Update: Update regarding the Open Houses at the Knowlton School and the Middle Schools. Both were very well attended and were very positive. We will share the slides from those events with the board here: Knowlton School and NMS 7 / 8 Open House next Tuesday at 5:30 pm right before the NMS band/chorus concert in the auditorium. Other: Requesting grant information on the district budget book in the future. The information is in tab 17 of the budget binders and we will discuss the placement of the information in the budget booklet going forward. Public Input: James Dupuis of Lebanon asked about the enrollment figures as they didn’t seem to trend correctly. A clarification was provided. Adjournment: Ms. Janousek made a motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to adjourn the meeting. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Adjourned at 8:19 pm. Respectfully submitted, Audra Beauvais
- Agenda for July 3, 2025
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting July 3, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine Special Board Meeting 3pm* AGENDA Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Nomination of Hanson Elementary School Principal Adjournment *Time subject to change
- Agenda June 11, 2025
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting June 11, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine Board Meeting 7pm AGENDA Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Public Input Statement-Vice Chair Public Input Minutes of May 15, 2025 Budget Update Budget Ratification/ Signing of Warrants for FY’25 Town Assessments Financial Summary Employment Superintendent Update Public Input Executive Session 1 MRSA §405(6)(A) Evaluation of Employees Adjournment
- Agenda June 5, 2025
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting June 5, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine 03906 Executive Session 6:30pm Meeting 7:00pm AGENDA 6:30pm Executive Session 1 M.R.S.A. §405(6)(A) Evaluation of Officials/Appointees/Employees Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Public Input Statement-Vice Chair Public Input Minutes May 15, 2025 Audit RKO Business Brief Superintendent Summer Hire (Teachers) Effective June 13, 2025-August 29, 2025 Nomination of Probationary Administrators Assistant Superintendent Contract Business Manager Contract Superintendent Contract Employment Superintendent Update Other Public Input Executive Session 1 M.R.S.A. §405(6)(A) Employment of Officials/Appointees/Employees Adjournment
- (Archived) Public Hearing Information 2022-23
MSAD 60 Budget Book 2022-2023
- (Archived) Public Hearing Information
MSAD #60 Budget Book 2023-24
- (Archived) Public Hearing Information
Annual Report 2023-2024 Budget Book 2024-2025 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HPrz-6tYcOX-gIZRgig74xVIJ3B8BLUl/view?usp=sharing
- Agenda for May 19, 2025
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting May 19, 2025 Noble High School Central Office North Berwick, Maine 03906 Executive Session 6:30pm AGENDA Call to Order Executive Session 1 M.R.S.A. §405(6)(A) Evaluation of Officials/Appointees/Employees Adjournment
- Agenda for May 15, 2025
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting May 15, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine 03906 Meeting 7:00pm AGENDA Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Public Input Statement-Vice Chair Public Input Minutes May 1, 2025 and May 8, 2025 Costa Rica Trip Audit RKO Financial Summery Title 20-A Section 1485(4) Authorization to Transfer Funds Teaching and Learning- Review Cycle Updates with Dr. Swiger Donation: Charles S. Hatch Post #79 American Legion Berwick, $500 to the Backpack Program Ratification of the Support Staff Agreement Ratification of the Teacher Agreement Employment Superintendent Update Other Public Input Executive Session 1 M.R.S.A. §405(6)(A) Evaluation of Officials/Appointees/Employees Adjournment
- Agenda for May 8, 2025
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting May 8, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine 03906 Executive Session 5:30pm AGENDA Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Executive Session 1 M.R.S.A. §405(6)(A) Evaluation of Officials/Appointees/Employees Adjournment
- Minutes of March 6, 2025
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING OF March 6, 2025 Current Board Members- North Berwick- Lauren Janousek, Kate Whalen, Joshua Tabor Berwick- Alison Herlihy, Elva Lovejoy, Peg Wheeler Lebanon- Nancy Sewell, Jeridene Basko, Nancy Neubert Content being revised on May 6, 2025.
- Minutes of April 17, 2025
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING OF April 17, 2025 Current Board Members- North Berwick- Lauren Janousek, Kate Whalen, Joshua Tabor Berwick- Alison Herlihy, Elva Lovejoy, Peg Wheeler Lebanon- Nancy Sewell, Jeridene Basko, Nancy Neubert (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 on April 17, 2025 at 7:00 pm with all members attending except Ms. Neubert. There were 11 members of the public. Pledge of Allegiance Public Input: Mr. James Duprie, of Lebanon, asked a question regarding the situation with Title IX funding. Minutes: Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to accept the minutes of March 6, 2025 meeting as amended. All members voted in favor and the motion was passed. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Lovejoy to accept the minutes of March 13, 2025 meeting as amended. All members voted in favor and the motion was passed. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Lovejoy to accept the minutes of March 20, 2025 meeting. All members voted in favor and the motion was passed. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Lovejoy to accept the minutes of April 3, 2025 meeting as amended. All members voted in favor and the motion was passed. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Basko to accept the minutes of April 10, 2025 meeting. All members voted in favor except Ms. Lovejoy and Ms. Herlihy and the motion was passed. Approval of 2025-26 School Calendar Ms. Herlihy made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Lovejoy to make December 23rd a half day. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Lovejoy to accept the 2025-26 School Calendar as amended. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Employment: None Superintendent Update: Our school nutrition director, David Vargas, and student Andre just returned from the state Farm to School cook off with a first place! They will come and visit the board in the near future. Noble Adult and Community Education Program graduation date is set for May 29th at 6:00 pm. All of our board members are encouraged to attend as it is a wonderful evening celebrating the hard work of our NACE students and staff. Open House dates: April 29th, incoming 5th/6th NMS April 30th 4th May 6th 7th and 8th grade Move up/step up dates are being planned. Bus routes for the next year will be available at the end of the school year. Bus Right is working with the transportation department to finalize the routes. Our Pre K program for Lebanon will be held at the Hanson School this coming year. Other: Mr. Tabor asked specific questions regarding the Pre-K change for the Lebanon program back to the school rather than at Blue Prints. Ms. Clavet thanked the board for the time and energy that they give to the students of the district. She shared her reasoning. She felt that it isn’t best practice for the students given the students and the model. It’s easier to get an EPS formula. Mr. Tabor noted his concern about the breakdown of the private Pre-K partnership and advocated for a potential sub-committee to look at things going forward regarding the pre-k program. Ms. Basko shared her concerns regarding the nutrition program and the freezing of funds based on the current situation with the state of Maine in conflict with executive orders. Ms. Basko also asked about intramurals and the needs for transportation. Ms. Janousek reiterated that she would like to participate with the potential sub committee regarding the Pre K program. Ms. Janousek also asked about the start and end timing of schools with many students b eing driven to school and multiple families will need to drop students at multiple locations for the Elementary start time. Ms. Janousek asked about the last day of school for students as it is also the June referendum and therefore the school is potentially going to be “remote for the vote.” The administration is working on the end of year plan for the students. Ms. Janousek also shared national school bus driver appreciation week is next week but they are celebrating this week because next week is vacation. The Lebanon, Berwick, and North Berwick PTOs are working together to provide pastries and coffee for the bus drivers to the bus barn on Thursday morning to show some love! Ms. Herlihy asked about the police presence at arrival and dismissal at the Hussey School in particular. Mr. Tabor shared with the board his concern regarding the 4th graders being at the Knowlton School and far away from their homes. Ms. Whalen and Ms. Wheeler asked for other solutions Ms. Janousek noted that although this is new to us here at Noble, it is not new to many different communities in the state of Maine. Mr. Tabor noted that he felt that the reconfiguration was very quick and that we didn’t take the opportunity or time to look at the other options. Ms. Herlihy noted that she agreed it was quick but that the way that we approach this might make a difference in how students handle this. Ms. Sewell shared her concerns as well regarding the time that the students are going to be spending away from their homes. We will have the bus routes for the board to consider in the near future. Public Input: Ms. Whalen, of North Berwick, shared her own personal statement, regarding a certification letter requested by the The U.S. Department of Education to state commissioners and LEAs regarding their legal obligations under Title IX and other civil rights laws, including a request for certification of compliance. She shared her beliefs about adhering to the current state Maine Human Rights Commission law. Adjournment: Ms. Janousek made a motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to adjourn the meeting. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Adjourned at 8:07 pm. Respectfully submitted, Audra Beauvais
- MSAD 60 Annual Report and FY25-26 Budget Book is now available.
Access electronically below.
- Agenda for May 1, 2025
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting May 1, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine 03906 Meeting 7:00pm AGENDA Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Public Input Statement-Vice Chair Public Input Minutes April 17, 2025 Athletics Recognition School Properties Disposition- Technology Nomination of Probationary Teachers Ratification of the Support Staff Agreement Employment Superintendent Update Other Public Input Executive Session 1 M.R.S.A. §405(6)(A) Evaluation of Officials/Appointees/Employees Adjournment
- Agenda for April 17, 2025
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting April 17, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine 03906 Meeting 7:00pm AGENDA Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Public Input Statement-Vice Chair Public Input Minutes of March 6, 2025, March 13, 2024, March 20, 2025, April 3, 2025 and April 10, 2025 Approval of 2025-26 School Calendar Employment Superintendent Update Other Public Input Adjournment
- Reconfiguration Update April 10, 2025
April 10, 2025 Reconfiguration Update Teachers, building administrators and staff have been working hard on the reconfiguration transition plan. Here are some pertinent updates: Upcoming Open Houses for Knowlton School, Noble Middle School, and Noble High School After April break, Knowlton School, Noble Middle School, and Noble High School will each host an Open House event. These events are designed for students and families of those entering grades 4 through 8 in the fall. It’s a great opportunity to visit the school buildings, meet school administrators and some key staff, gather initial information, and ask any questions you may have. This is one of several opportunities for students and families to get to know their new school before the first day of school in the fall. Open House Dates: April 29, 2025 – Noble Middle School For students entering 5th and 6th grades April 30, 2025 – Knowlton School For students entering 4th grade May 6, 2025 – Noble High School For students entering 7th and 8th grades Official notification with event times will be provided to students entering these grade levels. Transportation: As part of our ongoing reconfiguration planning, the MSAD #60 Transportation Department is working closely with our transportation management provider, BusRight, to build efficient bus routes for the 2025–2026 school year. Our goal is to have all routes finalized before the end of this school year, ensuring families receive ample notice and have time to prepare for the upcoming routes.
- Agenda Board Meeting 4.10.25
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting April 10, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine 03906 Special Meeting 7:00pm AGENDA Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Sign Budget Warrants FY ‘26 Adjournment
- Agenda for April 3, 2025
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting April 3, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine 03906 Executive Session 6:00pm Meeting 7:00pm AGENDA 6:00pm Executive Session Pursuant to 1 M.R.S.A §405(6)(B) Expulsion of Student 6:30pm Executive Session Pursuant to 1 M.R.S.A §405(6)(B) Expulsion of Student Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Public Input Statement-Vice Chair Public Input Minutes of March 6, 2025, March 13, 2024 and March 20, 2025 Approval of 2025-26 School Calendar Adoption of The Support Staff Agreement Adoption of the FY’26 District Budget. Employment Superintendent Update Other Public Input Adjournment
- Agenda for March 27, 2025
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting March 27, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine 03906 Workshop 7:00pm AGENDA Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Board Budget Workshop
- MSAD 60 Facilities Study 3.6.2025
MSAD 60 Facilities Study Presentation March 6, 2025
- Agenda for March 20, 2025
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting March 20, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine 03906 Meeting 7:00pm AGENDA Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Public Input Statement-Vice Chair Public Input Minutes of March 6, 2025 and March 13, 2024 Policy First Reading GBEBB-Staff Conduct with Students ACAA Harassment and Sexual Harassment of Students ACAA-R1 Student Discrimination/Harassment and Title IX Sexual Harassment Complaint Procedures ACAA-R2 Student Sex Discrimination/Harassment Complaint Procedure Employment Adoption of Transportation Agreement Financial Summary February 2025 Superintendent Update Other Public Input Adjournment Board Budget WorkShop
- Minutes of February 27, 2025
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING OF February 27, 2025 Current Board Members- North Berwick- Lauren Janousek, Kate Whalen, Joshua Tabor Berwick- Alison Herlihy, Elva Lovejoy, Peg Wheeler Lebanon- Nancy Sewell, Jeridene Basko, Nancy Neubert (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 on February 27, 2025 at 7:00 pm with all members attending except Ms. Wheeler who attended remotely. Pledge of Allegiance There were 25 in the audience. Ms. Whalen read the public input statement. Public Input: None at this time. Minutes: Mr. Tabor made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Basko to accept the minutes of the January 16, 2025 meeting. All members voted in favor except Ms. Neubert who abstained and the motion passed. Financial Summary January 2025: Ms. Denise Van Campen, Business Manager, shared with the board the financial summary for the General Fund as of January 31, 2025. She spoke specifically to expenses in the energy and athletics transportation area and noted that it was moderating and in a better place then when we had anticipated, so this is good news. She then discussed the miscellaneous revenue category and the ups and downs of that revenue. Board members asked some clarifying questions and Ms. Van Campen responded. From Numbers to Knowledge the Student Experience Presentation: The Administrative Team and supporting teachers gave an overview of where students are academically and how they apply the knowledge that they glean from assessments and daily interactions to support students grades K-12. The presentation began with the K-5 team and then there was information from the 6th and 7th grade. K-7 Board Presentation Draft The presentation ended with an overview from the 8-12 team. NHS Achievement Data Overview: Board Meeting 2/27/25 After the academic presentation, there was an update from Principal Archambault at NMS regarding the focus to cultivate a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) for students. He discussed the positions that were included in the budget for this year and the impact of those positions on student behaviors etc. Here are some key data points through January compared to the same time period last year. 17.5% reduction in behavior referrals Suspensions reduced by 32% Chronic absenteeism reduced 37% referrals for classroom disruption reduced by 63% referrals for staff disrespect reduced by 53% referrals for alcohol/tobacco/vape reduced by 53% We surveyed all students pre and post wellness to measure the efficacy and we found that The response to wellness was greater in 6th grade than 7th grade, however, neither grade had negative reported negative impacts. 21% increase in 6th grade students reporting feeling more happy after wellness 90% increase in 6th grade students reporting feeling relaxed after wellness 47% of 6th grade students reported feeling better after wellness 40% increase in 7th graders reporting feeling better after wellness These statistics are representative of the incredible effort, skill and professionalism of the entire staff at Noble Middle School. Employment: Resignation: Amanda Foote- Special Education Teacher Hanson School. Ms. Lovejoy made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Stanton to approve the resignation of Ms. Foote. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Desiree Labbe- Teacher Hanson Elementary School, who is currently on a Leave of Absence. Ms. Lovejoy made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Stanton Whalen to approve the resignation of Ms. Labbe. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Retirement: Chuck Bragdon- History Teacher, Noble High School (June 30, 2025). Ms. Lovejoy made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to approve the retirement resignation of Mr. Bragdon with appreciation and congratulations. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Superintendent Update: March 6th Harriman Facilities Study Overview and initial draft budget presentation. March 8th Budget Workshop at NHS 9 - 2 March 13th Budget workshop March 20th Policy Committee meeting and regular board meeting (with more focus on the budget) Backpack Donation: The district has received an anonymous donation for $10,000 for the MSAD 60 Backpack Program. So appreciated! Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Janousek to accept the donation of $10,000 with thanks. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Other: The Superintendent wanted to clarify the process of board members visiting the schools. She noted that in October as a board we discussed a process whereby a board member should reach out to the Assistant Superintendent to set up tours and/or individual visits to the school. And we asked that timing be taken into consideration. Ms. Sewell noted that she did recall the conversation but didn’t feel it was a protocol because it had not been voted on by the board. Ms. Wheeler noted that she believed it had been voted on in previous years prior to the current board because there had been some issues with board members showing up at the schools with little notice. Mr. Tabor noted that he felt that school board members have a state mandated obligation to get into the schools and talk with staff and with community members. He read the statute aloud. The board also discussed that the current school board adopted visitor policy KI did have language that gave the approval of setting the protocols up to building administration with the approval of the Superintendent. There was much discussion and the question was tabled for further conversation. Mr. Tabor and Ms. Sewell were set to go to the Knowlton School and to Noble Middle School the following day. Mr. Tabor then had several questions for the superintendent: Does the district currently (this year 24-25) have any biological males playing a female sport? No Does the district allow biological males to access women’s bathrooms, women’s locker room, or women’s showers? We follow district policy and the Maine Human Rights Act Does the district have any curricula at any grade level in any school that teaches our students that there are more than two sexes/genders? The superintendent shared that she will review this information before she shares it, to be sure that she is answering with full clarity. Are parents informed if students asked to be called something other than their given name? We do allow students to utilize nicknames in the school. However, we do not allow them to “change their name” without parent knowledge as this requires legal documentation. Ms. Basko asked that we consider sending policies ACAA, ACAA-R1 and ACAA-R2. ACAA-R2 back to the policy committee for revision in light of the changes in law. This is actually already on the docket for the policy committee for March 20th. Ms. Basko asked about how we will respond should the state lose the federal funding if we are out of compliance with the executive orders. We are waiting from guidance from the state and we will have to handle that as soon as we know what the impact might be. Ms. Sewell shared her beliefs about our reading program and that we need a different approach. She feels that we are utilizing an outdated program. The Superintendent shared that we are currently in the midst of reviewing the reading data and we will share it with the board when the process is complete. Ms. Janousek shared that NBES had their 100 days celebration where each class donated items for The Back Pack Program, One Love and the North Berwick Food Pantry. 3676 items were donated. An overwhelming success. Public Input: Holly Dupuis of Berwick shared with the board her belief, as a parent, that the board should call the Central Office to set up their visits. It provides reasonable checks and balances for a board member to go into a school and ask questions. It gives a reasonable head’s up for admin and staff to organize the visit. She also noted the positive happy vibe that is happening at the Middle School this year. In a very short period of time, wonderful things are happening and turning NMS school around and she wanted that to be noted. She shared her positive response to the statistics that Mr. Archambault shared about the upward trends. Ms. Herlihy of Berwick shared with the board, as a citizen, she wanted to speak directly to the families of our LGBTQ plus students and specifically trans students. She noted that while watching the news they may be feeling frightened and that their very existence is being vilified and their experiences dismissed. Please understand that this school district is better every single day that you are in it. This world is a better place for having you in it. She notes she will stand by our students and their families with love, empathy and compassion, as she would her own children. Continue being brave… to be yourself in a world that is constantly telling you to be someone else. Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Herlihy to go into Executive Session 1 MRSA §405(6)(D) Labor Contract Negotiations- Teacher. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. In at 9:51 pm. Out at 10:50 Ms. Janousek make the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Basko to go into Executive Session 1 MRSA §405(6)(D) Labor Contract Negotiations- AFL-CIO. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. In at 10:50 pm. Out at 10:58 pm. Ms Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Basko to go into Executive Session 1 MRSA §405(6)(D) Labor Contract Negotiations- Support Staff. In at 10:59 pm. Out at 11:02 pm. Adjournment: Ms. Janousek made a motion and it was seconded by Ms. Basko to adjourn the meeting. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Adjourned at 11:03 pm. Respectfully submitted, Audra Beauvais
- Agenda Board Workshop March 13, 2025
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting March 13, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine 03906 Workshop 7pm Executive Session 8:30pm AGENDA Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Board Budget Workshop Executive Session 1 MRSA §405(6)(D) Labor Contract Negotiations- Teacher Adjournment
- Important Update on Budget Process and Proposed Grade-Level Reconfiguration
March 7, 2025 Dear Families of MSAD #60, I hope this message finds you well. The budget season is underway and as we navigate the complexities of this year’s budget process, I want to provide you with an update on the financial landscape and the steps we are proposing to ensure a sustainable future. Before delving into that update I first wanted to highlight a recently completed facilities study conducted by Harriman and Associates. The study not only looked at all of the physical aspects of the buildings but also supplied the district with a ten year enrollment study which corroborates what we have been experiencing- an overall decrease in student enrollment. The study helped the district gain a more thorough understanding of the facilities, including the strengths and areas of concerns, as we look ahead to planning for the 2025-2026 school year and beyond. We are facing unprecedented budgetary challenges that require us to take a significant and strategic approach to balancing financial responsibility to taxpayers while maintaining the high-quality education our students deserve. As we have assessed updated information across all areas of district operations, it has become evident that structural changes are necessary to address both fiscal constraints and some space concerns within our schools. To that end, we are proposing a district-wide grade-level reconfiguration that will allow us to maximize our resources efficiently. The proposed changes include: Hussey, Hanson, and North Berwick Schools will be for students attending Kindergarten through third grade (all towns will have Pre-Kindergarten). All district fourth-grade students will attend Knowlton School. All district fifth and sixth-grade students will attend Noble Middle School. All seventh-grade students will attend Noble High School. We recognize that these proposed changes may come as a surprise. We fully understand that reconfiguring grade levels is a significant shift that will impact students, families, and staff members. However, we believe this approach allows us to consolidate educators and resources in a way that ensures we continue providing high-quality programming for students while addressing our fiscal constraints. Attached, you will find a presentation detailing our financial challenges, some specific information regarding reductions associated with the reconfiguration, and answers to some initial questions you may have. We encourage you to review this information and remain engaged as we navigate this process together. The district is committed to ensuring timely and transparent communication throughout this entire process. To keep everyone informed, we will provide regular updates through information sessions, increased district-wide emails, and frequent postings on the district webpage. Sincerely, Audra Beauvais, Superintendent MSAD 60 Budget Presentation 3.6.25
- Agenda March 6, 2025
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting March 6, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine 03906 Meeting 7:00pm AGENDA Executive Session Pursuant to 1M.R.S.A. §405(6)(B) Readmission of a Student Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Public Input Statement-Vice Chair Public Input Minutes of February 27 , 2025 Harriman Facilities Study Overview Adoption of Transportation Agreement Adoption of Support Staff Agreement First Draft Budget Presentation- Superintendent Beauvais Employment Tours/ School Visits Superintendent Update Other Public Input Executive Session 1 MRSA §405(6)(D) Labor Contract Negotiations- Teacher Adjournment
- Minutes of January 16, 2025
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING OF January 16, 2025 Current Board Members- North Berwick- Lauren Janousek, Kate Whalen, Joshua Tabor Berwick- Alison Herlihy, Elva Lovejoy, Peg Wheeler Lebanon- Nancy Sewell, Jeridene Basko, Nancy Neubert (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 on January 16, 2025 at 7:00 pm with all members attending except Ms. Neubert. Ms. Janousek was present remotely. . Pledge of Allegiance There were 6 in the audience. Ms. Whalen read the public input statement. Public Input: Ms. Karen Saracina, of North Berwick, shared with the board her concerns regarding her grandson and concerns about bullying issues. Minutes: Ms. Lovejoy made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to accept the minutes of December 19, 2024 meeting. All members voted in favor and the motion was passed. Approval of the Maine Municipal Bond Bank- ELKS HVAC Project: Ms. Lovejoy made the motion : I move that the resolution entitled, “Resolution to Authorize Issuance of $356,350 in General Obligation Bonds to Finance a $356,350 Minor Capital Project,” be adopted in form presented to this meeting and that an attested copy of said Resolution be filed with the minutes of this meeting. seconded by Ms. Wheeler. All members voted in favor and the motion was passed. Financial Summary December 2024: Ms. Denise Van Campen, Business Manager, shared with the board the financial summary for the General Fund as of December 30, 2024. Board members asked some clarifying questions and Ms. Van Campen responded. Policy Second Reading The board began the initial policy review of the following connected policies: ACAA Harassment and Sexual Harassment of Students. ACAA-R1 Student Discrimination/Harassment and Title IX Sexual Harassment Complaint Procedures. ACAA-R2 Student Sex Discrimination/Harassment Complaint Procedure Mr. Tabor made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Basko to send this policy back to the policy committee due to the recent court decision striking down the rulings. All members voted in favor except Ms. Herlihy, Ms. Janousek, Ms. Wheeler, Ms. Lovejoy and Ms. Whalen. The motion did not pass. Ms. Herlihy made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to approve the policies as presented this evening. Mr. Tabor shared his concern about spending the time on this tonight with the significant potential for it to have to be reviewed again in the very near future. All members voted in favor except Mr. Tabor, Ms. Sewell and Ms. Basko and the motion passed. Employment: Resignation: Taylor Combs- ELA Teacher Noble Middle School. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Lovejoy to approve the resignation of Ms. Combs. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Retirement: Lori Lodge- Assistant Principal Lebanon Elementary Schools (June 30, 2025). Mr. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Lovejoy to approve the retirement resignation of Ms. Lodge with appreciation and congratulations. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. James MacDonald- History Teacher Noble High School. Thank you for 38 years of employment with MSAD 60. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Lovejoy to approve the retirement resignation of Mr. MacDonald with thanks and congratulations. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Superintendent Update: The Superintendent shared with the board the recent Pre-K baseline survey responses . Very positive return. Update on the Hussey School CMP issue. The Superintendent shared the situation where a CMP transformer at the Hussey School had failed and was replaced over the holiday break. Unfortunately there was a mistake made with the replacement transformer and it created significant issues at the school. Our vendors and crew worked quickly to address this issue but there are long term impacts that will take a long period of time to sort out. Updates will be provided along the way. Other: Ms. Herlihy asked for the district maternity and paternity policies. She also asked to check into whether the application SeeSaw is still helpful to teachers or has it become burdensome? Is the app still useful? We will follow up. Community Employer Breakfast is happening next week on Wednesday at 8:30 am and all board members are invited to attend. Public Input: None Adjournment: Ms. Basko made a motion and it was seconded by Ms. Lovejoy to adjourn the meeting. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Adjourned at 8:16 pm. Respectfully submitted, Audra Beauvais
- Agenda for Board Workshop March 8, 2025
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting *March 8, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine 03906 Workshop 9-2pm AGENDA *The March 1, 2025 workshop has been moved to March 8, 2025. Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Board Budget Workshop
- Agenda for February 27, 2025
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting February 27, 2025 (Postponed from February 13, 2025) Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine 03906 Meeting 7:00pm AGENDA **If this meeting is cancelled due to weather, the executive sessions will be held remotely. Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Public Input Statement-Vice Chair Public Input Minutes of January 16, 2025 Financial Summary January From Numbers to Knowledge the Student Experience Presentation Employment Superintendent Update Backpack Donation Other Public Input Executive Session 1 MRSA §405(6)(D) Labor Contract Negotiations- Teacher Executive Session 1 MRSA §405(6)(D) Labor Contract Negotiations- AFL-CIO Executive Session 1 MRSA §405(6)(D) Labor Contract Negotiations- Support Staff Adjournment
- School Board Meeting Rescheduled to February 13th
Due to today's snow day and inclement weather, the school board meeting originally scheduled for tonight has been rescheduled to Thursday, February 13th, 2025. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as we prioritize everyone's safety during these weather conditions!
- Agenda for February 13, 2025
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting February 13, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine 03906 Meeting 7:00pm AGENDA Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Public Input Statement-Vice Chair Public Input Minutes of January 16 , 2025 From Numbers to Knowledge the Student Experience Presentation Employment Superintendent Update Other Public Input Adjournment Executive Session 1 MRSA §405(6)(D) Labor Contract Negotiations- Teacher Executive Session 1 MRSA §405(6)(D) Labor Contract Negotiations- AFL-CIO
- Snow Day February 6, 2025
Dear Families: Based on the weather alert for tomorrow and out of an abundance of caution school will be canceled on Thursday, February 6, 2025. While this has been a challenging forecast to get a handle on, ultimately the decision to cancel school was made in the best interest of student and staff safety. We are notifying families well in advance in order for there to be time to make alternate arrangements. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we approach this latest weather system. Sincerely, Audra Beauvais, Superintendent
- 2 Hour Delay February 3, 2025
MSAD 60 will have a two hour delay today, February 3, 2025.
- Minutes of December 19, 2024
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING OF December 19, 2024 Current Board Members- North Berwick- Lauren Janousek, Kate Whalen, Joshua Tabor Berwick- Alison Herlihy, Elva Lovejoy, Peg Wheeler Lebanon- Nancy Sewell, Jeridene Basko, Nancy Neubert (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.) Board Workshop- Annual Legislation Check-In: A meeting of the Board of Directors was held in person on December 19, 2024 at 7:00 pm with all members attending. Pledge of Allegiance There were 8 in the audience. Ms. Whalen read the public input statement. Public Input: None at this time Minutes: Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Lovejoy to accept the minutes of December 5, 2024 meeting as amended. All members voted in favor and the motion was passed. Financial Summary November 2024: Ms. Denise Van Campen, Business Manager, shared with the board the financial summary for the General Fund as of November 30, 2024. Board members asked some clarifying questions and Ms. Van Campen responded. Policy First Reading (for Board to review no action needed at this time) ACAA Harassment and Sexual Harrassment of Students ACAA-R Student Discrimination/Harassment and Title IX Sexual Harassment Complaint Procedures January Meeting Dates: Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded to cancel the January 2 meeting. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Employment: None at this time Superintendent Update: The district newsletter will be out shortly. The Town of North Berwick sent a letter to the the school regarding the use of the school for election day and their appreciation. Huge Shout out to our payroll department for the work they will do to ensure that we are complaint and getting all of our employees paid on time. Much work has to happen over the holiday break to provide for all of our staff. The Payroll department works weekends in order to ensure this happens. Other: Ms. Herlihy shared a grant opportunity with Dick’s sporting goods to support the NMS. Public Input Chelsea Hewitt asked for the board to relook at the policy regarding disciplinary write ups and the informing parents of those write ups. Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms Lovejoy to go into executive session pursuant to 1 MRSA 405§(6)(D)Labor Contract Negotiations- Teacher. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. In at 8:11 pm. Out at 9:10 pm Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to go into executive session pursuant to 1 MRSA 405§(6)(D)Labor Contract Negotiations- Support Staff. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. In at 9:11 pm. Out at 9:38 pm Adjournment: Ms. Janousek made a motion and it was seconded by Ms. Basko to adjourn the meeting. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Adjourned at 9:40 pm. Respectfully submitted, Audra Beauvais
- 2 Hour Delay January 29, 2025
Due to the current weather conditions, the following schedule changes have been made: Elementary schools early release day is cancelled. Students will have a 2 hour delay with a regular dismissal time (such as M, T, Th, Fri). Noble Middle School and Noble High School will begin at 9:30am and be dismissed at 2:25pm.
- Agenda January 16, 2025
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting January 16, 2025 Noble High School Paul Johnson Library North Berwick, Maine 03906 Meeting 7:00pm AGENDA Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Public Input Statement-Vice Chair Public Input Minutes of December 19, 2024 Approval of the Maine Municipal Bond Bank- ELKS HVAC Project December Financial Summary Policy Second Reading ACAA Harassment and Sexual Harassment of Students ACAA-R1 Student Discrimination/Harassment and Title IX Sexual Harassment Complaint Procedures ACAA-R2 Student Sex Discrimination/Harassment Complaint Procedure Employment Superintendent Update Other Public Input Adjournment
- Minutes of December 5, 2024
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING OF December 5, 2024 Current Board Members- North Berwick- Lauren Janousek, Kate Whalen, Joshua Tabor Berwick- Alison Herlihy, Elva Lovejoy, Peg Wheeler Lebanon- Nancy Sewell, Jeridene Basko, Nancy Neubert (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 on December 5, 2024 at 7:00 pm with all members attending . Pledge of Allegiance There were 37 in the audience. Ms. Whalen made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to postpone the executive session pursuant to 1 MRSA 405§(6)(D)Labor Contract Negotiations- Teacher. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Ms. Whalen made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to move the Superintendent’s Update to Item #4. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Ms. Whalen read the public input statement. Public Input: Ms. Joyce Tabor of North Berwick expressed her opinion of the previous school board meeting’s public input session. She noted that a speaker was allowed to exceed his speaking time limits without intervention. She argued that the speaker's negative tone undermined their message and set a poor example, especially with students present. Ms. Tabor also shared that she felt the chairperson failed to enforce meeting rules and manage the speaker's conduct, which should include maintaining decorum and limiting speaking time. Ms. Tabor called for swift changes to transform the board into a more professional body that can engage in respectful, open-minded dialogue. Ms. Jennifer Dillon, of Lebanon, expressed concerns regarding the previous board meeting's divisive tone and inconsistent use of the Norms card, calling for more respectful and professional communication. She thanked two board members for developing goals, even though they were rejected at the previous meeting. Ms. Dillon noted what she believed are community concerns about academic performance, mentioning the recent loss of a math teacher due to disagreements about grading and test policies. She urged the board to re-evaluate the academic support system and maintain a more constructive approach to addressing educational challenges. Minutes: Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Herlihy to accept the minutes of November 21, 2024 meeting as amended. All members voted in favor except Mr. Tabor who opposed and Ms. Lovejoy and Ms. Basko who abstained and the motion passed. Superintendent Update: Mr. Aaron Moore, Athletic Director introduced our Noble High School Football team representatives. Mr. Keenan Blindow, our Varsity Football Coach, shared with the board the overall season and the success that they had in the season. Support staff negotiations Wed. the 11th at 3:15 The Teacher's Negotiations group will meet next week to prepare. School Safety Overviews: Mr. AJ Dufort, principal of Noble High School shred an overview of ALICE A lert L ockdown I nform C ounter E vacuate It is very tangible for students. It is reviewed at the beginning of the school year for our students by our staff. The goal is to maximize safety. Crisis Go : Mr. Archambault, principal of Noble Middle School gave an overview of the application Crisis Go and how it is utilized in all of the schools throughout the district. There are safety committees in each of the buildings. Schools are required to hold drills each year. There are 10 required at the elementary levels and 8 at middle and high school. We discussed the options for getting out of our buildings and what to do if we need to stay in the building. There is a lot of emphasis on practicing good listening skills. The Fire Department comes over and gives feedback on routing, timing, efficiency etc. Ms. Basko made the motion and it was seconded by Mr. Tabor to move Pre-K conversation above the board goals. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Pre-K Grant Discussion Dr. Shannon Swiger, Director of Teaching and Learning and Mr. AJ Dufort, Principal of NHS gave an overview of the Pre K grant and what it would mean to the district both long term academically as well as financially. The board had lengthy conversations regarding the Pre K program and board members expressed their opinions regarding the grant and what happens with the program after the one year grant is completed.. Ms Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Herlihy to accept the One Year State of Maine Expansion Grant for Preschool for FY 26. All members voted in favor except Ms. Basko and the motion passed. Board Goals- w/motion: The Superintendent shared the final draft of the goals with the board. Board members shared their opinions regarding the various goals and specifically around academic achievement. An attachment that will get updated regularly will be provided as well. Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to approve the Board Goals. All members voted in favor except Ms. Sewell and Mr. Tabor and the motion passed. Employment: Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Lovejoy to accept the resignation of Stanley Scontras, Math Teacher at Noble High School. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Other: The Superintendent shared with the board that we are trying to move the board meetings back to the library if the sound systems are up and running. The set up in the library for the board is more conducive conversation and being able to see each other and who is speaking. This should help with the norms. Please check the agendas for location of the meetings. We will move to the library as soon as possible. The board chair reminded the board to use their school board email addresses instead of their personal email addresses. Ms. Basko spoke about the misuse of norms and the bullying tactics directed at another board member. She expressed concern regarding math and science performances as testing scores have been declining since 2013. Ms. Basko expressed concern about the NWEA and how it may not help students improve as it compares students on a ranking scale and does not tell what students know. Ms. Basko feels the board needs to take some responsibility for the declining performances and stop wasting time with history lessons and attacks on the board members who are trying to make changes. Ms. Janousek noted that the North Berwick PTO won first place in the Holiday Parade in North Berwick. Public Input None at this time. Adjournment: Ms. Janousek made a motion and it was seconded by Ms. Basko to adjourn the meeting. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Adjourned at 9:15 pm. Respectfully submitted, Audra Beauvais
- Agenda December 19, 2024
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT NO. 60 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ Meeting December 19, 2024 Noble High School Lecture Hall North Berwick, Maine 03906 Workshop 6:30 (Library) Meeting 7:00pm AGENDA 6:30pm Library Board Workshop- Annual Legislation Check-In Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Public Input Statement-Vice Chair Public Input Minutes of December 5, 2024 November Financial Summary Policy First Reading ACAA Harassment and Sexual Harassment of Students ACAA-R Student Discrimination/Harassment and Title IX Sexual Harassment Complaint Procedures January Meeting Dates Employment Superintendent Update Other Public Input Executive Session 1 MRSA §405(6)(D) Labor Contract Negotiations- Teacher Executive Session 1 MRSA §405(6)(D) Labor Contract Negotiations- Support Staff Adjournment
- Minutes of November 21, 2024
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING OF November 21, 2024 Current Board Members- North Berwick- Lauren Janousek, Kate Whalen, Joshua Tabor Berwick- Alison Herlihy, Elva Lovejoy, Peg Wheeler Lebanon- Nancy Sewell, Jeridene Basko, Nancy Neubert (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. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Whalen to approve the amendment to the agenda removing the executive session that was scheduled for the beginning of the meeting. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Whalen to approve the amendment to the agenda removing the executive session that was scheduled for the end of the meeting. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Pledge of Allegiance There were 29 in the audience. Ms. Whalen read the public input statement. Public Input: None at this time. Minutes: Ms. Janousek made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to accept the minutes of November 7, 2024 meeting as amended. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Norms Checker: Looking for the volunteer to be the norm checker for the evening. Ms. Janousek volunteered to be the norm checker for this evening. October Financial Summary: Ms. Denise Van Campen, Business Manager, shared with the board the financial summary for the General Fund as of October 31, 2024. Board members asked some clarifying questions and Ms. Van Campen responded. Annual Legislative Check-In: York County Superintendents Association gathered the local legislators to discuss Education Priorities for York County. The Assistant Superintendent shared with the board an overview of what occurred at the Thursday evening meeting for those who were not able to attend. There was a presentation to the legislators and all who attended regarding the current issues in our county in meeting the needs of our homeless populations. There was emphasis placed on the need to support the local shelters that are exceedingly utilized by a wide range of people in need. Representatives from Caring Unlimited, The York County Shelter in Alfred, York County Community Action and Fair Tide were there to share their experiences as well as The Superintendent of the Sanford Schools to discuss the impact of homelessness on the schools. Following that discussion, the group moved to a school based discussion that was facilitated by the York County Superintendents Association. Concerns regarding the many mandates that have come out of the legislature were discussed as well as unfunded mandates. Board Goals Discussion: The Superintendent shared with the board our overall draft goals (See these here). She also shared copies of a few area district goals as a comparison. Ms. Herlihy noted that the goals from York that contained action steps, timeline and evidence were visually appealing and she’d like to have that with ours as well. Mr. Tabor had a presentation regarding goals that he also would like to share. Prior to the presentation, the board then had a lengthy discussion regarding information that had been shared on social media and following Board Norms as there were some concerns regarding the accuracy of the information/misperceptions regarding the board not having worked on goals for the past several years. As well, as posting these goals on social media before sharing with the board in general first. The Norm that was noted was “We stand together with our decisions.” Mr. Josh Tabor shared with the board an overview of his suggestions for goals (see attached). There was discussion about rigorous curriculum, assessments that are criterion referenced and not norm referenced as most of our assessments are a mix of those. (For instance, the state assessment is through the NWEA system and has both criterion referenced as well as norm referenced items). Mr. Tabor and Ms. Sewell felt that solely criterion referenced should be the course. After further discussion regarding goals, Ms. Wheeler made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Herlihy to adopt the strategic goal plans that the board has been working on with potential formatting that allows for including evidence. All members voted in favor except Mr. Tabor, Ms. Basko and Ms. Sewell who opposed and the motion passed. Nomination of Food Service Director - Chef David Vargas The Superintendent shared the nomination of Chef David Vargas as School Nutrition Director. Mr. Tabor made the motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to approve the nomination of Mr. David Vargas as MSAD 60 School Nutrition Director. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Employment: None at this time Superintendent Update: MSAD 60 was chosen to receive the Pre-K grant that will allow us to provide Pre-K throughout the district if we choose to accept the grant. More information to follow. Very exciting. Mark Hubbard, guidance counselor in Lebanon was chosen for the Maine School Counselor Emerging Counselor Award for 2024. Ms. Lori Coleman, guidance counselor as well in Lebanon, nominated Mr. Hubbard. A well deserved honor! . Brenda Cravens is formally leaving the district tomorrow as a retiree after 42 years. We thank her wholeheartedly for her service! December 5th Principals will come in to do a quick overview of their safety procedures. Other: Celebration! Noble’s basketball team is rated as Number one going into the start of the season. Our Noble Football team did an outstanding job in their playoff game. They fell to the Thornton Academy team but had a fabulous season. Update from the PTOs regarding their cereal drive. Knowlton School is doing an ornament drive with sponsoring a child for clothing in our district. Suggestion setting up a subcommittee on assessment throughout the year. How do the NWEA individual tests go out to parents? Within report cards at the elementary level. Others were already mailed at the upper levels. Our website needs to be more up to date. That is definitely a constant work in progress. Ms. Wheeler noted that North Berwick Elementary School had a lovely Veteran’s Day celebration. Ms. Sewell asked about our prior board goals. Those will be provided. Public Input: Dr. Joe Forte, North Berwick, noted that the board spent a lot of time last year on the budget rather than goals. He shared his concerns regarding the impact of one size fits all statements. For instance, a one size fits all statement about behavior is not reasonable. He encouraged less anecdotal and hearsay. Let’s give them more support and staff, Universal Pre K, etc. He asked How can we improve trends when you undercut the costs… Why aren’t you supporting educators more and students more? Note: Mr. Tabor did feel that the statements by Dr. Forte were targeting him personally and asked that the chair ask him to stop. She did note that the attorney had shared that as an elected official, short of very offensive and or abusive language she was not able to stop the public input prior to the three minute cutoff. Adjournment: Ms. Janoussek made a motion and it was seconded by Ms. Wheeler to adjourn the meeting. All members voted in favor and the motion passed. Adjourned at 8:43 pm. Respectfully submitted, Audra Beauvais





