From the Superintendent
America's freedoms are often taken for granted.
But the unfailing service and sacrifice made by our nation's military personnel, war veterans, and the soldiers who gave their lives in battle remind us that we cannot forget those who have placed themselves in harm's way to defend these freedoms. In the poem Freedom is not Free, author Kelley Strong writes:
I watched the flag pass by one day;
it fluttered in the breeze.
A young Marine saluted it, and then
he stood at ease.
A simple, yet poignant depiction of what Veterans Day means. The US Marine Corps, whose 250th birthday is today, lives by a core principle that sums up that of the other branches of the armed forces: Semper Fidelis, "always faithful." No matter the risk, no matter the cost, the men and women of our military forces are always faithful to the nation they protect and cherish.
Please join me in honoring, with deep gratitude and respect, the selfless and courageous service of our nation's veterans of foreign wars.
On a separate note, you may have noticed that two important surveys have recently been activated to solicit stakeholder feedback. Please consider completing these brief surveys, which will remain open until December 2:
Participate in the Strategic Priorities survey. This survey helps to inform potential priorities to be included in the new 2026-2030 Strategic Plan, guiding program development and budgetary decisions during this time frame. The current Strategic Plan is set to expire in June 2026.
Participate in the Pre-K survey. This survey helps to inform the potential delivery model MSAD 51 will implement in complying with a new state law shifting special education services for children 3 and 4 years of age from the state to local school districts beginning in 2027-28.
Regards,
Jeff Porter 
Notices from the Office of the Superintendent
We’re Hiring Substitute School Nurses! 
MSAD #51 is looking for qualified substitute nurses to help support our students’ health and safety when one of our school nurses is unavailable.
If you’re a registered nurse who enjoys working with children and making a difference, we’d love to have you on our team!
Apply for the position here: https://msad51.
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MSAD #51 Board of Directors Information
All meetings will take place at 6:00 pm in the Gyger Room at Greely High School. For those of you unfamiliar with that room, the Gyger Room can be accessed from the GHS parking lot (the side without the electronic sign).
November 20 - Regular Meeting
Remember you can watch our meetings on YouTube LIVE (http://bit.ly/msad51livevideo)
Committee meetings this week:
November 12- Equity
November 14- Finance
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Meeting Dates, Agendas & Minutes
Board of Directors Meeting Videos
One Campus Project Information
For comprehensive information regarding the School Building Project, please visit the project page at: https://www.msad51.org/
One Campus Photo Album
Did you know you can find photo's like this and more in the One Campus Photo Album
Community Partners
Our Community Partners are strong supporters of various areas of the school. Without them, our students would not have many of the wonderful opportunities and experiences that they receive.
Annual Greely Takeover
Community Notices
Community Notices are not affiliated with MSAD #51. Please contact the organization directly with any questions. Here is a full listing of Community Notices.
Annual "Give Thanks" Apple Pie Fundraiser
Cumberland Food Pantry's 9th Annual Give Thanks & Give Back - Thanksgiving Food Drive
Useful Links
Greely Center for the Arts Events
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