Gorham Middle School is having a “Welome to Middle School” evening meeting for PARENTS of in-coming 6th graders on Thursday, April 25 in the Middle School Auditorium. Parents will hear about the transition to middle school and all the school offers our students. Parents will also meet members of the school's support services team, which includes our administrators, the guidance counselors and social worker, the school nurse and instructional strategist and a 6th grade teacher or two. We look forward to seeing all current 5th grade parents at 6:30 and the meeting will
be little over an hour in the GMS Auditorium.
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"If anything can morally and ethically prepare a child for life, it is time spent in the presence of loving adults who are willing to share their wisdom and care enough to provide meaningful guidance." - Center of the Advancement of Ethics & Character, Boston University |
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Superintendent |
Ted Sharp
Rhonda Warren Administrative Assistant
Office of the Superintendent 75 South St, Suite 2 Phone: (207) 222-1012 FAX: (207) 839-8885 |
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Gorham, Maine is a university town with a population of approximately 16,000 year-round residents, ten miles west of Portland, Maine's largest city. The community values education and has a strong tradition of supporting the public schools. An elected Town Council of seven members governs the Town and a Town Manager serves as the chief operating officer. An elected School Committee of seven members governs the Schools and the Superintendent serves as the chief operating officer.
The School system is a member of the Sebago Educational Alliance and has long enjoyed a cooperative relationship to advance teaching & learning with the University of Southern Maine and St. Joseph's College.
An Educational Program Defined by & Dedicated to...
Citizenship & Character
Advocacy for Each Student
Comprehensive & Challenging Curriculum & Instruction
Comprehensive Athletics & Activities Programs
Vibrant Visual & Performing Arts
Highly Qualified & Dedicated Teachers
High Achieving & Caring Students
Enlightened & Experienced Administrators
Supportive & Dedicated School Committee
Integration of technology to advance & enrich teaching & learning
Note: All information below is updated at the beginning of each school year.
Students 2012-2013
Total Enrollment.............................................2,693 (as of 9/1212)
High School.......................................................851
Middle School....................................................630
Elementary Schools........................................1,212
Village School (K-5) ..................................444
Narragansett School (K-5).........................254
Great Falls School (K-5)............................514
Attending Regional Vocational Schools
PATHS ................................................................ 28
WRVC ................................................................ 33
Sebago Educational Alliance Programs
Frank Jewett Special Education..........................6
Teaching, Learning & Leadership Focus Groups
Adult Education Diploma/GED Programs
Average Annual Enrollment ........................ 75
Faculty 2012-2013
Total Faculty ...............................................223
Student/Teacher Ratio
Elementary School(s) ..........................21:1
Middle School.......................................23:1
High School..........................................17:1
Highly Qualified Teachers ...........................220 (97.8%)
Teachers with Advanced Degrees................141 (63.3%)
Academic Program
Focus on Literacy, Numeracy & Citizenship
Advanced Placement Courses
Enrichment Courses
Alternative Programs
Community Service
Advisory Program
Staff Summer Instructional Workshops
Extensive & Intensive Student Support Programs
Engaged Student Government Opportunities
Extensive Professional Staff Development Programs & Opportunities
National Merit Commended Scholars
75% of Graduates enter Post Secondary Education Programs
Arts
Drama & Theatre Productions
Choral, Concert, Band & Ensemble Groups
Visual Arts Programs
Athletics/Activities 2012-2013
Middle School Teams.............................................23
High School Teams................................................26
Middle School Activity Programs............................16
High School Activity Programs ..............................25
Elementary School Activity Programs......................8
Would you like to know more about the Gorham, Maine Public Schools? We invite you to visit our web pages or contact us at (207)222-1000 and we will direct you to the appropriate source to provide you with the information you need. Thanks from our staff, students, administration and school committee for your interest and inquiry about our schools
Office of the Superintendent of Schools
75 South Street, Suite #2 ~ Gorham, Maine 04038
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