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MSAD 51 updates PATHS and IB programs; board approves French exchange

MSAD 51 Board of Directors · February 5, 2026
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Summary

Principal Carl Francis presented PATHS (CTE) access and barriers; IB coordinator Kim McDonald gave a program evaluation update and staffing concerns; the board unanimously approved a one‑to‑one French exchange for 2025–26 and 2026–27.

At the meeting the district presented three connected program updates and won board approval for an international exchange.

Principal Carl Francis summarized Greeley High School students’ participation at Portland Arts and Technology High School (PATHS), noting typical enrollment is concentrated in grades 11–12 and that approximately 6 to 8 percent of students take PATHS programs in a given year. He identified common barriers — limited slots, scheduling conflicts (morning…

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