Superintendent Christian Elkington told the board Aug. 12 that late teacher resignations and class size shifts have left RSU 9 relying on long-term substitutes.
RSU 9 Board of Directors
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RSU 9 directors discuss special education
RSU 9 Special Services Director Cynthia Bernstein updated directors March 11 about executive functioning strategies and special education initiatives.
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Mt. Blue nutrition director warns of federal funding cuts
Cuts to nutrition funding will limit the district’s ability to buy food from local producers, Andrew Hutchins said at the Regional School Unit 9 board meeting March 11.
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Farmington-based school district votes Monday on buying Arthur D. Ingalls Center
RSU 9 residents engaged in a respectful, critical discussion at a March 19 public Q&A, questioning officials about the financial sustainability, management responsibilities, and grant eligibility of the proposed Arthur D. Ingalls Center purchase ahead of the March 24 vote.
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Two compete for Chesterville’s 3-year seat on RSU 9 board
Patty Hastings and Tiffany Estabrook are running for Chesterville’s 3-year seat on the Regional School Board 9 board of directors, each emphasizing fiscal responsibility and education priorities.
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Coordinator supports homeless students, families across district
Student Support Coordinator Amanda Clark works to support McKinney-Vento students experiencing homelessness by providing essential resources, collaborating with schools and agencies, and addressing barriers to education across the district.
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Lance Harvell to fill vacant Farmington director seat until elections
Harvell has taken out nomination papers for election in March.
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RSU 9 reviews Adult Education Connectivity Grant, building proposal
The RSU 9 board reviewed and approved presenting a $1.55 million Connectivity Grant proposal to voters for the acquisition of the 144 High Street building to expand adult education services and generate additional revenue through leasing.
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Special services report highlights training, challenges, and collaboration at RSU 9 board meeting
RSU 9’s Special Services Director Cynthia Bernstein highlighted training initiatives, staffing efforts and creative problem-solving to address increased student needs and space constraints during the Nov. 12 board meeting.
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RSU 9 advances synthetic turf field initiative
RSU 9 approved an initiative to fundraise for a $1.7 million synthetic turf field at Mt. Blue Campus.