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Auburn schools report smooth start to 2025–26; most positions filled, new pre-K pilot and programs launch
Summary
Superintendent and principals told the School Committee the 2025–26 year opened smoothly across Auburn Public Schools, with most classroom positions covered, modest enrollment shifts at some schools, a new 3–5 pre‑K pilot at Sherwood Heights and expanded extracurricular offerings.
The Auburn School Committee heard Wednesday that the 2025–26 school year opened smoothly across the district, with principals citing high attendance at open houses, positive student energy and a largely filled staffing roster.
Superintendent Sue Doris said the district had filled 55 positions since hiring began and listed 24 remaining vacancies including bus drivers, bus aides, ed techs, special-education teachers and one MLL (multi-language learner) teacher at Sherwood Heights; she said long-term substitutes or temporary reassignments are covering classroom needs pending hires.
Principals reported building-by-building details. Park Avenue Principal (Mrs.) Maris told the committee Park Avenue had 396 students — about 18 more than last year — and that…
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