Message from our Principal

As I begin my third year working in the Brewer Schools, I continue my work with kindergarten students, teachers and parents at Capri Street School and the State Street School as Grades 4-5 principal. Both schools have a dedicated staff and students who work together to ensure a positive and successful educational experience. I look forward to providing a quality educational experience for the children of Brewer. The past school year saw many changes, and I would like to thank parents, students and staff for their help as we worked together to provide students with a safe and nurturing environment in which to learn. I believe the staff at both schools fosters a climate within the buildings that promotes the excellent academic gains that our students have achieved in past years. Community of Caring continues to be infused into the curriculum and allows us to form caring relationships within the school community. The support of parents and community is so important and we will ask for it often. At Capri Street School, teachers will begin the third year of a literacy initiative with students. The Maine Literacy Partnership at the University of Maine has trained all kindergarten teachers in their model based on the latest research in the teaching of reading and writing. Additionally, in partnership with Community Health and Counseling Services, Capri Street School will again receive grant money that enables our kindergarten children to explore the art of dance with a trained professional dancer throughout the year. Each year, I look forward to welcoming our newest students, kindergartners, and their parents as we begin the education journey together.