Brian Nadeau

What an exciting time of year! The anticipation of a new school year, new learning opportunities, new friendships, and more provide the positive energy as we return to learn. Thanks to the Chamber of Commerce, we were able to honor the ECSD staff at the Salute to Educators celebration. This is a wonderful way to show gratitude and appreciation for our staff! The focus on students returning to school begins the last week of August with three interim days. The focus of these days is to establish and cultivate positive relationships between students and staff, conduct team building activities, provide time for students to reacclimate to the school environment, and provide a runway to excellent learning opportunities throughout the year.

There is much to be thankful for as we prepare for students to return. I am grateful for all the work that was completed over the summer in preparation for the 24-25 school year. Our buildings look fresh and clean thanks to our custodial crew. Our transportation fleet is ready to go and has been getting students to and from summer school. The office staff in each building have been working to ensure supplies, materials, schedules, and so much more are in place for enrolled students as well as for students and families new to the district. Many teachers have worked on curriculum improvements and professional learning community practices. Our PKC staff worked tirelessly all summer to provide a positive and caring environment for kids. The IT Crew worked to ensure up-to-date technology tools were in place for all staff and students that needed it. The Food Service crew provided a fantastic lunch for all staff during Inservice. The District Office staff on boarded new hires, enrolled new students, overhauled the business software, and made sure all licensing requirements were met during the summer months. There is so much more, and without missing out on anyone, I want to shout a huge “THANK YOU” to everyone who had a part in the projects that were completed and the preparation to make the ECSD a great place to learn, work, and grow.