As we continue celebrating, our entire district would like to take a moment to recognize and thank the many staff members who have dedicated their time, shared their creativity, and poured their hearts into making this week special for our students.
Your hard work, thoughtfulness, and selfless dedication help create meaningful experiences and lasting memories for the students we serve. Thank you for going above and beyond to show our students how much they are valued and cared for. Your efforts truly make a difference!
Augusta School Department 2027-2028 Proposed Universal Start Time
Throughout the summer, a staff-led committee has been researching and narrowing down possible Universal Start Time scenarios. We appreciated your feedback earlier this summer and would love to hear from you again!
1️⃣Please visit the ASD Universal Start Time website to learn more about the proposal and explore helpful resources:
https://sites.google.com/augustaschools.org/laterstart/home
2️⃣Complete the Community Survey to share your feedback. Your input is vital to our decision-making:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6D7jqgGh3V_R9_w3WqoOY5tQYb8-8hPTPQetPQqCuybRK9A/viewform
3️⃣Attend the Community Forum:
Tuesday, September 29th, at 6:00 p.m.
Viles Auditorium at Cony High School
We hope you’ll join us to learn more, ask questions, and discuss the proposal. Thank you for helping us make an informed decision for our students, families, staff, and community!
Please note that any proposed changes would be for the 2027–2028 school year, not this school year.
Have a question? An idea? Something on your mind? Join City Manager Jared Mills and Superintendent Mike Tracy for an informal conversation about our community.
No presentations. No formal agenda. Just coffee and conversation!
Wednesday, November 4th from 10:00 AM to 11:30 PM at City Hall in the Learning Gallery.
The Augusta School Department and Cony Middle & High School have exciting news to share! Join us later this morning around 7:45–8:00 AM for a special announcement.
▶️ Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/live/-TCruAaj3ek
As we continue celebrating, our entire district would like to take a moment to recognize and thank the many staff members who have dedicated their time, shared their creativity, and poured their hearts into making this week special for our students.
Your hard work, thoughtfulness, and selfless dedication help create meaningful experiences and lasting memories for the students we serve. Thank you for going above and beyond to show our students how much they are valued and cared for. Your efforts truly make a difference!
The Augusta Municipal Candidate Forum will be held on Wednesday, October 21, at 6:00 PM in the Cony Middle and High School Auditorium.
Organized by Cony High School’s AP U.S. Government class, the forum provides an opportunity for community members to hear directly from candidates running for municipal office and learn more about those seeking to represent Augusta residents.
The public is encouraged to attend. Those unable to attend in person can watch the forum live on City of Augusta's Facebook page, CTV7 Augusta, or on demand on vimeo.com/ctv7augusta.
Candidates Running for Municipal Office:
Board of Education
Chair: William Clardy and Martha Witham
At-Large: Colton Brann
Ward 2: Sheldon Hussiere
City Council
At-Large: Daniel Burns and Saunders Nash Callahan
Ward 1: Robert Eric Austin
Ward 4: Michael Karagiannes
This week is will be about making nutritious food fun, and we hope students will try something new, share a laugh with friends, and discover a new favorite along the way.
REMINDER: The Universal Start Time Community Forum is TONIGHT at 6:00 PM at Cony High School.
This is an opportunity to learn more about the Universal Start Time proposal, ask questions, and make your voice heard.
Please see this linked flyer for a quick overview: ASD Universal Start Time
More detailed information can be found here: ASD 27-28 Universal Start Research
We hope you can join us!
Tomorrow, Wednesday, September 16, is our first early release day of the school year.
Parents and guardians, please check your email for information about early release dismissal times for K–6 and 7–12 students.
Please also note that the Augusta School Department has added an additional early release day next week.
September Early Release Days are as follows:
September 16 (Tomorrow)
September 23 (Added early release day)
September 30 (Previously scheduled early release day)
Please check your email for additional details. We recognize these early release days can be challenging for some families, and we appreciate your understanding. This time will help us continue providing the best possible care for all our students. Thank you for your flexibility and continued partnership.
The posters are one way we’re helping share information about the project and make sure our families, staff, and community members have access to the details they need ahead of the vote.
Want to learn more? Visit our district website for additional information about the proposed project, plans, and the upcoming referendum.
More information: augustaschools.org
As school starts Monday, August 31st, please note that road construction is ongoing around Augusta, including near the Cony High School/CATC complex.
Cony Road (Route 105/South Belfast Ave) and Cony Road Ext. are being paved, with one-way traffic, possible signal shutoffs, and flaggers directing cars. Construction on Bangor Street may cause additional delays as well.
The City has been gracious in working around our bus pick-up and drop-off times, but we ask for everyone's patience as schedules may still shift. Please allow extra travel time, drive carefully, and expect changing traffic patterns during arrival and dismissal.
Thank you again for your patience as we work to start the year safely!
Augusta School Department 2027-2028 Proposed Universal Start Time
Throughout the summer, a staff-led committee has been researching and narrowing down possible Universal Start Time scenarios. We appreciated your feedback earlier this summer and would love to hear from you again!
We know everyone is busy preparing for the new school year. Please note that any proposed changes would be for the 2027–2028 school year, not this school year.
1️⃣Please visit the ASD Universal Start Time website to learn more about the proposal and explore helpful resources.:
https://sites.google.com/augustaschools.org/laterstart/home
2️⃣Complete the Community Survey to share your feedback. Your input is vital to our decision-making!:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6D7jqgGh3V_R9_w3WqoOY5tQYb8-8hPTPQetPQqCuybRK9A/viewform?usp=header
3️⃣Attend the Community Forum:
Tuesday, September 29th, at 6:00 p.m.
Viles Auditorium at Cony High School
We hope you’ll join us to learn more, ask questions, and discuss the proposal. Thank you for helping us make an informed decision for our students, families, staff, and community!
✔️ Meet your teachers and staff
✔️ Explore classrooms and hallways
✔️ Learn about programs and resources
✔️ Connect with other families
Each school has its own Open House schedule. Please check with your student’s school for specific details. We look forward to seeing you there as we get ready for an exciting year ahead!
Please note that start dates vary by grade level across the district. We encourage families to double-check their student’s start date so everyone is ready for a smooth first day.
The Augusta School Department has been awarded a Maine DOE planning grant to explore the feasibility of adjusting school start times across the district. As part of this process, a School Start Time Committee is researching several potential scheduling scenarios and their impact on students, families, staff, and the community.
No decisions have been made, and there will be no changes for the upcoming school year.
We invite students, families, staff, and community members to complete our survey and share their perspectives. Your feedback will help inform the committee's research and guide future recommendations. Thank you for taking a few minutes to participate!
DOE Announcement:
https://mainedoenews.net/2026/06/12/augusta-schools-receives-later-secondary-school-start-time-planning-grant/
School Start Time Survey:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeRBp6oB--yKslPUw6xrLT-bmRdFA1Ls-8XWv1mLiJyKZRjHg/viewform?usp=header
