From the Superintendent
Well, there goes 2025, another calendar year almost in the books. In reflection upon the year, I am thankful that 2025 saw shovels in the ground for the new PK-1 school and MIW classroom addition, a new turf field completed in August, and a new facilities building that is set to be finished at the end of this week.
As we look ahead to 2026, we have many challenges on the horizon in addition to continuing work on the One Campus construction project. A new strategic plan will be developed this spring to guide the school community for the next several years. Many thanks to the 568 respondents so far to the recent survey requesting input on future strategic plan priorities (the survey will remain open through Friday 12/19). Many thanks also to the 286 stakeholders who responded to the Pre-K survey and the 2,778 respondents who weighed in on the name for the new PK-1 school. All of this information will help our schools launch 2026 in the right direction.
2025 has brought forth so many examples of Greely pride and achievement, too numerous to mention, which makes our motto "Leading the Way" truly come to life. My very best wishes to all students, staff, and families during the upcoming winter break. Seasons Greetings and see you back in 2026!
Regards,
Jeff Porter
GHS Madrigal Singers performed holiday favorites, portions of the Vivaldi Gloria and even a Christmas Carol sing along with the Maine Youth Orchestra at the Greely Center for the Arts last week 🎶
Students at MIW had the opportunity to vote on the name of the new PK–1 school.
Notices from the Office of the Superintendent
MSAD #51 Pre-K Lottery for 2026-2027 School Year
MSAD #51 (Cumberland-North Yarmouth) will continue its small public Pre-K Program for 32 students (16 each session).
The program will run half days (an AM session and a PM session), four days per week (M, Tu, Th, F) for approximately 145 days during the school year. On the occasional full day Wednesday, both morning (AM) and afternoon (PM) Pre-K sessions will be held. The program is located at Mabel I. Wilson school and is in partnership with Child Development Services.
Per State law, in order to be considered your child must be 4, but not 5, years old before October 15, 2026 and you must be a resident of Cumberland or North Yarmouth.
Screenings will take place in person at Mabel I. Wilson School for eligible children during the second week of February.
If you are interested in your child being included in the Pre-K lottery, please fill out the interest application no later than Friday, January 23, 2026.
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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).
December 18 - Regular Meeting
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