Diana Stearns

The meeting included discussions and decisions on various topics, such as the 8th Grade Trip proposal, the School Union #93 Joint Board Meeting, and a donation for a new PA system. The committee also reviewed reports from the BHCS Boosters, George Stevens Academy, the Principal, and the Superintendent. Additionally, the committee addressed old business, including Policy 6606, Policy 3215, and Policy 3211.2, as well as updates on the SRRF Ventilation Project. New business included the nomination of probationary teachers and the assignment of School Committee Members to School Committees. Several policies were also read and discussed.

The meeting included discussions on the resignation of Amy Billings, NWEA/Maine Through Year Assessment results, and an invitation to the GSA meeting. The BHCS Boosters report and GSA report were presented. Updates were provided on staffing, hiring, facilities, the SRRF Ventilation Project, and the Bridge Project. The committee reviewed letters of interest for the vacant school committee position and appointed Elaine Lawrence to the position. Policies related to cell phone use and employee computer and internet use were discussed.

The Blue Hill School Committee held a regular meeting where they received reports from the BHCS Boosters and George Stevens Academy. The committee discussed staffing and hiring updates, facilities, and a summary of accounts. Updates were provided on the SRRF Ventilation Project and the Bridge Project. The committee also discussed high school special education, focusing on non-public schools and IEP responsibilities. Additionally, the board conducted a first read of several policies, including those related to athletics, concussions, new board member orientation, meeting minutes, service animals in schools, and volunteers in schools.

The meeting included communications regarding a request to pay room and board for a student attending the Maine School of Science and Mathematics, and a resignation from the Blue School Committee. There were discussions on the School Union website, teacher appreciation week, student success at George Stevens Academy, and a request for new playground sheds. Updates were provided on the SRRF Ventilation Project and the Bridge Project. The committee reviewed and approved several policies and selected a heating fuel bid for FY2026. They also considered the MSMA PMFL Program and voted to join it.

The meeting addressed various topics, including reports from the Principal and Superintendent, and a facilities update concerning issues with the school's front door lock. The board approved coaches for Winter Sports and policies regarding athletic expectations, physical restraint, and seclusion. The Bullying Policy was tabled for further modifications. There was a discussion regarding the AG Arts program, with plans to gather more specifics and input before making a decision. The FY 2027 School Budget was introduced, and the board scheduled a future budget workshop. An executive session was held to discuss Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent evaluations.