May 28, 2025

Dear RSU 74 Board Members,

As we move into the final weeks of the 2024–2025 school year, May was filled with purposeful learning, student celebrations, and continued collaboration with families and the community.

Our K–5 students had the wonderful opportunity to attend Career Days at GSS, organized by Mrs. Butler. This event provided valuable exposure to a variety of careers and community roles, and students returned excited and inspired. We are grateful to all who generously shared their time and expertise to make this event such a success.

Academically, students remained focused as they completed their spring assessments. Grades K–2 took the NWEA MAP Growth Assessments, grades 3–8 participated in the Maine Through-Year assessments, additionally grades 5 and 8 completed state science assessments. These data points will guide planning as we work with Mrs. Jordan to reflect on growth and next steps.

In support of student wellness, we were thankful to have Tori MacDonald from the RFGH Water Safety Program present to our second graders about staying safe around water, an essential message as summer approaches.

Several students in grades 3–6 were selected by their teachers to attend the Western Maine Discovery Day in Farmington, where they participated in enrichment activities that extended their learning in creative and meaningful ways.

As of this writing, we are eagerly anticipating two exciting events to close out the month. Our spring concert, scheduled for May 29, promises to be a joyful celebration of student musical achievement under the direction of Mrs. Lindsay Burke. We’re also looking forward to our first K–5 Math Morning on May 30—a pirate-themed event that will welcome over 45 parents for breakfast and math games. A huge thank you to Mrs. Alethea Schanz, Mrs. Kim Swihart, and Mrs. Darcie Nichols for their planning, and to the Anson Academy Alumni Association for their generous support. We hope to make this a lasting tradition.

As always, we appreciate the continued support of our families, staff, and community. Together, we are building a school that nurtures growth, encourages curiosity, and celebrates learning.

Sincerely,

Geoffrey Case