January 13, 2010 Dear Parents, Colleagues, and Interested Parties,
Given that the Early Release Day for K-12 originally scheduled for Wednesday December 9, 2009 was canceled due to inclement weather, we have rescheduled that Early Release Day for K-12 to Tuesday May 4, 2010. |
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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"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 |
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
Students 2009-2010
Total Enrollment.............................................2,700
High School.......................................................850
Middle School....................................................650
Elementary Schools........................................1,200
Village School (3-5) ..................................600
Narragansett School (K-2).........................450
White Rock School (K-2)............................150
Note: As of September 2011 each elementary school will be K-5
Attending Regional Vocational Schools
PATHS ................................................................ 41
WRVC ................................................................ 66
Sebago Educational Alliance Programs
Little Falls Special Education..........................6
Teaching, Learning & Leadership Focus Groups
Adult Education Diploma/GED Programs
Average Annual Enrollment ........................110
Faculty 2009-2010
Total Faculty ...............................................230
Student/Teacher Ratio
Elementary School(s) ..........................22:1
Middle School.......................................22:1
High School..........................................19:1
Highly Qualified Teachers ...........................226 (98.2%)
Teachers with Advanced Degrees................120 (52.1%)
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 2009-2010
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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