Camden National Bank donates $225 to Forchard Middle School for local education support

A significant donation from Camden National Bank was announced during the MSAD52 Board of Directors meeting on May 1, 2025, with a contribution of $225 made in honor of Nathaniel Allen for Forchard Middle School. The board expressed gratitude for the support, highlighting the importance of community partnerships in enhancing educational resources.

In personnel updates, the board acknowledged the resignation of Carla Lobley, a teacher at Green Central School, effective at the end of the school year. Additionally, Darlene Rollins will transition from her role as a special education teacher at Leeds Central School to become the special education building coordinator for Turner Elementary and Turner Primary starting next year. Two new hires were also confirmed: Amy Jasmine and Zoe Covert, both appointed as Special Ed Ed Tech 3s at Turner Primary and Lehi Central School, respectively. Jordan Flynn's position as Library EdTech 3 at Turner Elementary was backdated to March 27, pending credential approval.

A notable discussion arose regarding the transparency of staff and faculty guidelines. Board member Anthony proposed a motion to direct the superintendent to make all staff, faculty, and administration handbooks publicly available on the district website. This motion sparked a debate about the preparedness of the board to discuss the matter, with some members expressing concerns about the lack of prior notice and the need for thorough consideration before adding it to the agenda. Ultimately, the board voted to include the motion as item 10.9 on the agenda, reflecting a commitment to transparency and parental access to important educational policies.

The meeting concluded with a reminder of the board's norms, emphasizing the importance of being prepared and using time efficiently in discussions. The finance committee also reported on their recent meeting, indicating ongoing efforts to manage the district's financial health.