The Augusta School Department congratulates Christina Boursaw, Principal at Gilbert Elementary School, on being named Maine’s NAESP National Distinguished Principal for 2025!
This esteemed award highlights her incredible impact in fostering a student-centered culture, strong academic practices, and a thriving school community. Under her leadership, staff and students alike feel inspired and supported. This recognition is not just well-deserved—it’s truly outstanding.
“Christina Boursaw fosters a positive and inspiring school climate through innovative and meaningful initiatives. Whether it's creating uplifting visual displays that celebrate her staff, conducting instructional rounds to highlight best practices, or personally visiting every sixth grader's home on a bus alongside staff to welcome them back as leaders of the school, her commitment to students and staff is unmatched.” - Holly Blair (MPA Executive Director of the Professional Division)