It may not feel like spring outside today❄️ , but spring is definitely in the air for Westbrook Schools Visual Art Department as we gear up for a busy and exciting exhibition season! Congratulations to our talented artists for their creativity and dedication! We are proud to announce:
Maine Region Scholastic Art Show March 1–16, 2026 Maine College of Art & Design 522 Congress St, Portland, ME award recipients: ✨ Kylie Hornstra (12) – Honorable Mention ✨ Kaelynn May McCutcheon (12) – Silver Award ✨ Kaelynn May McCutcheon (12) – Honorable Mention ✨ Taylor Hawkes (11) – Honorable Mention ✨ Kenyi Mongu (10) – Honorable Mention ✨ Feisal Omar (12) – Silver Award ✨ Lily Allen (11) – Honorable Mention
Youth Art Month Exhibition February 25–April 5, 2026 Portland Museum of Art award recipients: 🎨 Liliana Todorov – Grade 2 🎨 Sammy Pearson – Kindergarten 🎨 Mia Waterhouse-Burke – Grade 2 🎨 Carter Carpentier – Grade 5 🎨 Merli Waka – Grade 8 🎨 Hafsa Shuto – Grade 12 🎨 Daphne G. McCannell – Grade 10
*Artwork by Daphne G. McCannell
about 11 hours ago, Rachel Somerville
Due to the forecasted blizzard on Monday, there will be NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Monday, February 23. It will be an old fashioned storm day with no remote learning and no before, after school or evening activities. I hope you had a great vacation and now you have an additional day to enjoy the snow. Stay safe!
A shout-out to Director Melissa Foye and Miss Alicia for braving the cold at the Westbrook Hannaford parking lot for the Stuff-A-Bus event! Their dedication to filling the bus with non-perishable food items, feminine products, and personal hygiene items is truly inspiring.
We invite you to swing by, say hello, and make a meaningful donation! The bus will be there until 1:00 PM, and your support can make a real difference in our community. Together, let's spread kindness and compassion!
17 days ago, Dr. Kim O'Donnell
Today, I had the wonderful opportunity to attend the release party for Westbrook High School's literary magazine, "Whispered Thoughts." It was a joy to listen to students share their literary works, which included short stories, poetry, artwork, and scenes from plays. The depth and quality of their creations were truly incredible and inspiring. This project began last summer with a grant from the Maine Humanities Council. I am looking forward to the spring issue; if today is any indication, it will be fantastic! Congratulations to all!
18 days ago, Dr. Kim O'Donnell
Join the Transportation Department on Saturday, February 7, 2026, for our STUFF-A-BUS event in the Westbrook Hannaford parking lot from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM! We will be collecting non-perishable food items and personal care products, including shampoo, soap, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, and feminine hygiene products. Help us support our students! Thank you for your generosity!
19 days ago, Dr. Kim O'Donnell
There will be a two hour delayed start of school today, Tuesday January 27. This will give crews, families, students, and staff extra time to finish clearing snow, especially what fell overnight. This means that schools will open two hours after their regular times and buses will pick up students two hours later than usual. There will be no before school programs, meetings, or activities and PreK is cancelled for the day. Breakfast will be served when students arrive.
28 days ago, Dr. Peter Lancia
There will be NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Monday, January 26 due to the storm. It will be an old fashioned snow day with no remote learning and no before, after school, or evening activities. So everyone can sleep late, play some games, and enjoy the snow, but please be careful if you are outside today and tomorrow. Take care.
30 days ago, Dr. Peter Lancia
Dear friends,
I know that many members of our community are experiencing worry and uncertainty right now. I want to acknowledge these feelings and reaffirm our commitment to caring for every child and family with dignity, respect and compassion.
At this time, we are not aware of any immigration enforcement activity connected to our schools. Our daily procedures will remain in place to help maintain a secure environment and provide consistent support for our students. We also have protocols to guide our response in the event immigration enforcement arrives, always guided by the law and our commitment to the dignity and rights of our students.
This is a very stressful, confusing, and upsetting time. Please reach out to our student services staff if we can help. Assistant Superintendent Dr. Kim O’Donnell, Director of Multilingual Programs Regina Clement, and I are available to answer any questions or concerns as well. Our school community is strong and is a place where everyone belongs and is valued. We thrive because of the people we are and the ways we take care of each other, especially in the most challenging times.
Take care and be strong,
Dr. Peter Lancia Superintendent of Schools
about 1 month ago, Dr. Peter Lancia
Please see the attached for Food Resources in Westbrook.
about 2 months ago, Dr. Peter Lancia
The Finance Committee meeting scheduled for today at 5pm has been POSTPONED until Wednesday, January 21 at 6:15pm at Central Office.
The Westbrook High School Winter-Holiday concert is underway and absolutely wonderful! Lots of holiday cheer on a cold winter's night!
2 months ago, Dr. Kim O'Donnell
WHS Winter Concert is going on now. What amazing performances and even some special guests. Bravo!
2 months ago, Dr. Peter Lancia
Lots of music this week in Westbrook! Grade 7 and 8 concert tonight, Grade 6 concert on Tuesday, and WHS concert on Thursday. All concerts begin at 6. Everyone is welcome!
3 months ago, Dr. Peter Lancia
Thanks to everyone who came out on Saturday morning for the Celebration Parade honoring our State Champion football team and our State and New England Champion Marching Band and Color Guard! Lots of Blue Blazes pride!
3 months ago, Dr. Peter Lancia
Unfortunately, with the impending weather forecast, our presenter has asked that we cancel the STAR PARTY on 12/10/25. We will be planning an alternate space-themed event INSIDE in the upcoming weeks, as we can't seem to avoid inclement weather. Stay tuned for details about the new event!
3 months ago, Dr. Kim O'Donnell
Come to Westbrook's Tree Lighting Celebration on Sunday, December 7, at 4:45pm at Riverbank Park. Thank you to the Westbrook-Gorham Chamber of Commerce and the many sponsors!
3 months ago, Dr. Peter Lancia
Our lunch and food giveaway continues at the WHS gym lobby through 1pm. Please come by!
3 months ago, Dr. Peter Lancia
Our State Champion Blue Blazes Football Team toured the schools today to show everyone their Championship Trophy and to give all of our students and staff a chance to join in the celebration. Thank you Blazes - we loved celebrating you! Plans are being made for a community-wide celebration - stay tuned!
