39 Andrews Road

Bath, Maine 04530

(207) 443-6601  Fax #(207) 443-8295

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SUPERINTENDENT'S MESSAGE Dear Folks, A year ago, I was given the privilege of coming to Bath Public Schools as your superintendent.   It has been a great year and I thank the staff, the community and the children for this opportunity.  During this year, LD 910 passed by a 2 to 1 margin.  This law will allow Bath and Arrowsic, Phippsburg, West Bath and Woolwich to form Regional School Unit #1 as a unified school system.  On July 1, 2008, a new 7 member board will take full responsibility for this new school unit.  We are extremely excited that this new structure will deliver a seamless, forward looking K-12 delivery model, assuring a world class education for all of our students. In concert with this great staff, Bath Public Schools have a lot to celebrate. Let me address some of the initiatives that we have been focusing our attention. Literacy:   Reading is the ultimate key to learning.  We have established a K-12 committee to examine best practice in reading instruction and then implement these strategies to assure that all students leave our school system able to have the reading skills necessary for success in life as an adult. Morse is now wireless.  Thanks to a gift from the Class of 1957, Morse High School students and staff have wireless capacity, linking all computers to the internet world, opening doors of learning in an instant. Everyday Math:  All elementary children will now be instructed with Everyday Math, a well researched curriculum that has proven to improve math mastery. Professional Development:  Our staff is deeply committed to continuous improvement. We use ‘late start Wednesdays’ to improve instruction, best practices to reach all students and improving student achievement. Facilities Improvement:  This community approved a $3 million referendum to improve the physical condition of our schools.  Wow! Come take a look for yourself. We have put in new floor tiling, windows, heating units, pavement, and a host of other upgrades. We have just started. Over the next two years, our schools will have never looked better. Morse High School: We have a great new principal, new guidance staff and several new teachers to complement our faculty that wants to be the best in the state. There is vibrancy in the air, a spirit of cooperation and several initiatives that will make us Number 1. Our kids:  We have terrific kids.  They come to school to do their best, they get admitted to colleges of their choice and create a climate of cooperation and goodwill.  Hats of to our kids. And, don’t forget our great football team this year. There are so many other areas, but let me summarize by saying we have a renewed commitment that all kids count, all kids are part of our system and we will go whatever distance we need to go to make sure all kids get what they need from Bath Public Schools. Please come and visit with me. If I am in, I want to meet with you.  Our school board has provided great leadership to this community. Sincerely,   William C. Shuttleworth Superintendent       Additional information about the Bath schools can be obtained from the Superintendent of Schools, 39 Andrews Road, Bath, Maine 04530 (207) 443-6601 Link to City of Bath Link to SCHOOL UNION #47