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District

Superintendent Victoria Burns announces two resignations: Betsey Cornwell, HS Special Education teacher in the Behavior Room, as of 12/23/05, and Heather Webb, MS Special ED Tech II, as of 12/23/05.

Memorial School

Principal Donna Beeley reports that the Holiday Fair held in December was successful, and thanks the volunteers who participated and DeeAnn Thompson for overseeing the event. The school is to receive the proceeds and it will be put toward new playground equipment.

About fifty children and their families enjoyed a child friendly version of "A Christmas Carol". The event was supported financially by the PTSA. Families contributed cans of food, which were delivered to the food pantry in New Gloucester at the Congregational Church.

The practice evacuation to the Masonic hall across the street on Rt. 100 went well, but Ms. Beeley reports that after discussions with the Fire Department and the Sheriff's Office, that she will request wooden barriers in order for the school to more effectively block Rt. 100 and 231 in case of a real event. She has been urged to seek an alternate route in case evacuations cannot be held in the intended direction. This would mean walking up Rt. 231 to the Library.

Dunn School

Principal Bruce Beasley reports that total population is 406, with grade 3, 135, Grade 4, 118, Grade 5, 153.

Mr. Beasley thanks the PTSA for their contribution of a holiday gift to all staff, it is appreciated.

The strings performance was cancelled due to weather but Fiddlehead Center for the Arts will re-schedule

Regarding the renovation, Mr. Beasley met with the architects and the blueprint proposal shows two classrooms, a staff rest room, and four smaller areas that can be used for therapy rooms or small meeting spaces.

School Lunch Menus, MSAD 15
Week of January 9-13

Dunn School
Monday: Ravioli, French Fries, Corn, Peaches
Tuesday: Pazzo Bread or Chili, Tossed Salad, Nacho Chips, Fruit
Wednesday: Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce, Yeast Rolls or Tuna Sandwich, Tossed Salad, Fruit
Thursday: Turkey w/Gravy or Breakfast Sand. Buttered Noodles Vegetable, Cake
Friday: Pizza or Bagel w/Cream Cheese, Potato Chips, Tossed Salad, Sherbet

Memorial School
Monday: Chicken Nuggets, Buttered Noodles, Green Beans, Pears
Tuesday: Pazzo Bread, Cheezits, Tossed Salad, Peaches
Wednesday: Pancakes, Sausage, Potato Puffs, Applesauce
Thursday: Nachos w/Beef & Cheese, Fresh Vegetables Mixed Fruit
Friday: English Muffin Pizza, Potato Chips, Celery Sticks, Fruit

Russell School
Monday: Chicken Nuggets, Buttered Noodles, Green Beans, Pears
Tuesday: Pazzo Bread, Cheezits, Tossed Salad, Peaches
Wednesday: Pancakes, Sausage, Potato Puffs, Applesauce
Thursday: Nachos w/Beef & Cheese, Fresh Vegetables, Mixed Fruit
Friday: English Muffin Pizza, Potato Chips, Celery Sticks, Fruit

Middle School
Monday: Cheeseburger or BBQ Rib Sandwich, French Fries, Carrots, Mixed Fruit
Tuesday: Beef Burrito or Egg Roll, Rice, Peas, Oranges
Wednesday: Beans & Hot Dog or Chicken Salad Sandwich, Cole Slaw, Jello, Fruit
Thursday: Chicken Nuggets or Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Mashed Potato, Mixed Vegetables, Pudding
Friday: Ham, Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza Potato Chips, Ice Cream, Fruit