Maine School Administrative District #4 -

NOTE FROM NURSE:
For those students who carry their own inhalers, please make sure that a) they DO carry them with them, and b) their current inhaler is NOT expired.

📣 First Day Reminder!
Tomorrow, grades 7–9 return to PCSS.

👉 9th Graders: You’ll head out on a class hike at Borestone Mountain!

Signed permission slip must be returned to participate ✍️

Lunch provided 🍎

Bring plenty of water 💧

Dress in layers 🧥

Wear sturdy hiking footwear 👟

Sunscreen recommended ☀️

We’re looking forward to a great first day back—Pirate Pride! 💙💛

Pirate parents, athletes and fans,

Today's boys varsity soccer scrimmage is canceled. Stay tuned for a reschedule date.

Thanks!

Student Success Coordinator (Ed Tech III)
Location: Piscataquis Community Secondary School
Grades: 9–12
Position Type: Ed Tech III, School-Year Position
About the Position
Piscataquis Community Secondary School is seeking a Student Success Coordinator to support
high school students in achieving academic success and preparing for life after graduation. This
position assists with our Early College program, organizes and monitors Credit Recovery,
assists students with test preparation, and provides targeted academic support to help students
stay on track for graduation.
Key Responsibilities
● Support the Early College program and serve as a support to enrolled students.
● Oversee and organize Credit Recovery opportunities and track student progress.
● Support students in a supervised study hall, fostering effective study and organizational
skills.
● Assist students with standardized test preparation and college readiness activities.
● Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and families to provide early interventions and
promote academic success.

Qualifications
● Eligible for or currently holding Ed Tech III certification.
● Experience working with high school students preferred.
● Strong communication, organization, and technology skills.
● Knowledge of credit recovery, early college, and academic interventions is a plus.

We have an exciting week of athletics with some high school preseason action and middle school starting up their practices!

*We have some rain coming tomorrow so stay tuned for any changes. Changes will be communicated but to see the most updated schedule, view our athletics calendar at the following link...https://www.sad4.org/o/sad-4/page/athletics

LETS GO PIRATES!!!

Welcome back to the new school year (next week). Freshmen will be doing their traditional first day of school hike on 8/27. If your student uses an inhaler, PLEASE send it with him/her that day! You should have received a text from Mrs. Viera if your child is known to have asthma. If your child is new to the District or is newly diagnosed with asthma, PLEASE make sure to let Mrs. Viera know and send the inhaler in. wviera@sad4.org

Community Service opportunity! Students in Grades 10-12 are invited to help with the Grade 9 Borestone hike on August 27th. If interested, please stop by the school for a permission slip.

M.S.A.D. #4

Abbot, Cambridge, Guilford, Parkman, Sangerville, Wellington

Opening for 2025-2026

Middle School English (ELA) Teacher - Grades 7-8
(Interested candidates should make out an SAD #4 application plus send a letter of
application, transcripts, resume, current certification, and three written references.)
Position will be filled when a suitable candidate has been found.
Please call for an application (207) 876-3444 or get one from our website at sad4.org

M.S.A.D. #4

Superintendent Kelly MacFadyen
25 Campus Drive
Guilford, ME 04443
(207) 876-3444
E.O.E.

Feeling anxious about the start of middle or high school and would like to talk with someone about those feelings? Mrs. Doore, our school social worker, is back from summer break and would be happy to meet with you and discuss how you can set yourself up for the most successful year possible. Call 876-1305 to schedule a time to meet with her. Transitions are opportunities that do not need to be scary!

M.S.A.D. #4
INVITATION TO BID

S.A.D. #4 is seeking bids for the following vehicle:
2012 Thomas Freightliner School Bus (77 passengers)

VIN# 4UZABRDT1CCBH0176

The bus may be viewed at the SAD #4 Transportation Garage by contacting Nicholas
Chambers at (207) 717-0414. Bus sold as is, where is, no warranty is expressed or implied.
Sealed bids with outside of envelope clearly marked “SAD #4 – Bus Bid” will be accepted
until 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 28, 2025 at the following address.

Superintendent of Schools
SAD #4 BUS BID
25 Campus Drive
Guilford, Maine 04443
(207) 876-3444

S.A.D. #4 reserves the right to reject any or all bids not in the best interest of S.A.D. #4.

Calling all PCHS Alumni! We are working on creating a display of recent and not so recent PCHS graduates (this will include a photo and a quick bio) so our students can see different possibilities for their futures. We would like to incorporate many different fields, from people working in the trades, medical field, education, etc. If you are willing or would like to recommend someone, please email Emily Chadbourne at echadbourne@sad4.org.

M.S.A.D. #4

Abbot, Cambridge, Guilford, Parkman, Sangerville, Wellington

Stipend Position for 2025-2026

Drama Coach - PCSS

Please email Lee Pearsall if you are interested

lpearsall@sad4.org

Superintendent of Schools
M.S.A.D. #4
25 Campus Drive
Guilford, ME 04443
(207-876-3444
www@sad4.org

Position will be filled when a suitable candidate has been found.

E.O.E.

M.S.A.D. #4

Abbot, Cambridge, Guilford, Parkman, Sangerville, Wellington

2025-2026

IMMEDIATE OPENING
High School English/Language Arts Teacher

(Interested candidates should make out an SAD #4 application plus send a letter of
application, transcripts, resume, current certification, and three written references.)
Position will be filled when a suitable candidate has been found.
Please call for an application (207) 876-3444 or get one from our website at sad4.org

M.S.A.D. #4

Superintendent Kelly MacFadyen
25 Campus Drive
Guilford, ME 04443
(207) 876-3444
E.O.E.

K-6 School Supply Lists - https://5il.co/3mzac

Dear PCSS Athletes and Parents/Guardians,
I hope you are enjoying a safe and restful summer. As we gear up for another exciting year of athletics at PCHS, I’d like to invite you to our Fall Parent-Athlete Meeting on:
Thursday, August 14th at 6:00 PM in PCHS Gymnasium
This meeting is for all student-athletes participating in a fall sport, along with at least one parent or guardian. We will be reviewing important information regarding athletics philosophy, schedules, expectations, and handbook items. Coaches for each fall sport will also be present to share sport-specific information and answer questions.
Your attendance ensures we’re all starting the season with the same understanding and commitment to a successful and respectful athletic experience.
If you have any questions prior to the meeting, feel free to contact me directly.
We look forward to seeing you there and kicking off a great fall season together!

M.S.A.D. #4

Abbot, Cambridge, Guilford, Parkman, Sangerville, Wellington

Openings for 2025-2026
Elementary Literacy Interventionist
(Bachelor’s Degree or Higher)


Upper Elementary Math Interventionist
(Bachelor’s Degree or Higher)
Pay scale $23.50 to $26.52
7 hours per day with benefits

(Interested candidates should make out an SAD #4 application plus send a letter of
application, transcripts, resume, current certification, and three written references.)
Positions will be filled when suitable candidates have been found.
Please call for an application (207) 876-3444 or get one from our website at sad4.org -

under job openings.

M.S.A.D. #4

Superintendent Kelly MacFadyen
25 Campus Drive
Guilford, ME 04443
(207) 876-3444
E.O.E.

2025-2026 Fall Coach Openings



PCMS – Boys’ Soccer Coach

PCMS – Field Hockey Coach



Please email Athletic Director:

Jon McAllian at jmcallian@sad4.org

M.S.A.D. #4

Abbot, Cambridge, Guilford, Parkman, Sangerville, Wellington
ANTICIPATED ADMINISTRATIVE VACANCY
Director of Technology

MSAD #4 is seeking a leader to be the next Director of Technology. This is a year round, salaried
position that will maintain all school and educational IT operations. The Director of Technology will
provide district-wide leadership, professional development, and technical support to approximately 480

Pre-K through Grade 12 students and 130 educational staff members.

Qualifications:

- Strong technical knowledge of Macintosh, iOS, Windows, networks, and other electronic
devices.
- Strong customer service and communications skills. 
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Knowledge of Google Apps for Education, PowerSchool and MLTI program preferred.
- Must be able to pass Maine State Criminal History Background Check.
Interested candidates should call for an application or download one @ www.sad4.org

Superintendent of Schools
M.S.A.D. #4
25 Campus Drive
Guilford, ME 04443
Telephone (207) 876-3444
www@sad4.org

Position will be filled when a suitable candidate has been found

E.O.E.