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Volume 24 Number 7 | April 5, 2018 A FREE, Non-profit, Biweekly Community Newspaper since 1995 A Closer Look Sunny Spring Day Ushers in Marketplace at Proficiency Based Learning in Gorham

Kathy Corbett Staff Writer

As full implementation of Proficiency Based Learning (PBL) in Gorham Schools draws near, some parents and other residents have expressed confusion about how it differs from traditional educational practice and grading, and why edu- cators believe it will benefit all students. Superintendent Heather Perry, along with GHS principal Brian Jandreau and GMS principal Bob Riley, provided information in response to some specific questions and addressed some misperceptions about PBL.

WHAT IS PROFICIENCY BASED LEARNING? According to a 35-page handbook that fully explains the PBL system in Gorham, “proficiency-based learn- ing refers to systems of instruction, Photo credit Leslie Dupuis assessment, grading, and academic reporting that are based on students The USM Field House was bustling with activity for the annual Marketplace held this year on March 31. Marketplace showcases quality products demonstrating that they have learned and services available in Gorham. Over 50 local businesses were present. Vendors from the Gorham Farmer’s Market were also on hand to remind the knowledge and skills they are attendees that soon we’ll be enjoying the weekly Market brimming with fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, baked goods as well as homemade crafts. expected to learn as they progress Hundreds of visitors to Marketplace were treated to entertainment, demonstrations, live animals, food, and raffle prizes throughout the day. through their education.” The hand- book is available on the District web- site. Superintendent Perry explained Gorham Police Making Headway in that for Gorham, “the system of standards and graduation require- ments were determined locally by staff working over a period of years Reducing Crime in Our Town using the Maine Learning Results Sheri Faber The terms burglary, theft and robbery are sometimes confused. Continued on Page 7 Staff Writer Types of Calls Burglary refers to entering a build- In 2017, Gorham police officers ing or vehicle with the intent to 2015-2017 responded to 14,791 calls for service, commit a crime; to steal from that Gorham Sightings made 218 arrests, issued 229 criminal/ property. Theft refers to taking Call Type 2015 2016 2017 civil summons, and investigated 556 someone’s valuables without the Homicide 0 0 0 traffic accidents. They arrested 98 use of force and the thief does not impaired drivers, a decrease from 121 need to enter a property to steal the Forcible Rape 0 1 0 in 2016. valuables. Robbery refers to using, Robbery 1 0 2 The statistics below reflect decreas- or threatening to use, force to take es in all but one major crime category someone’s valuables. Assaults 48 51 40 (robbery) and there were only two In 2015, there were 61 domestic reported robberies in 2017. Burglaries violence calls. These dropped to 43 Burglary 58 44 13 decreased from 58 in 2015 to 13 in in 2016 and 19 in 2017. Lt. Michael Theft 116 155 92 2017. There were a number of car Nault noted that the department burglaries in 2015 and 2016 but fol- has been very proactive in deal- Vehicle Theft 5 5 4 lowing the arrests of several people ing with domestic violence and has Photo credit Roger Marchand Domestic Violence 61 43 19 who were believed to be responsible worked with Through these Doors, for the majority of those thefts, the formerly Family Crisis, for the past Do you know where in Gorham this photo Overdoses 10 8 17 number for both home and auto bur- few years to assist people who have was taken? Join our visual trivia discus- glaries, decreased to 13 in 2017. experienced domestic violence. An sion by entering your best guess on our advocate/liaison is assigned in each Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ case and the advocate follows up gorhamtimes or email us at gorhamtimes@ insidetheTimes with court appearances which has gmail.com. As correctly guessed by several been very effective in supporting readers, the location of the photo in the 4 Living 14 Community 9 Sports 15 Classified and following the victims through March 8 issue is the fire hydrant on North 5 Municipal 6 School 15 Calendar 15 Blotter the process. Gorham Pond near the power station. NEWS FROM AUGUSTA Policy on News from Augusta: The Gorham Times asked our three state legislators from Senate District 30, House District 26 and House District 27 to provide us with “News from Augusta.” We publish their articles on a rotating basis. The submissions are devoted to updates of legislative and administrative news, ­­Bringing the News to All of Gorham proposed and passed bills and laws, and developments and events that are of interest and have an impact to Gorham residents. The Gorham Times reserves PO Box 401 the right to edit the submissions and it further reserves the right to reject any submission, in its sole discretion. Gorham, Maine 04038 Phone and Fax: (207) 839-8390 [email protected] www.gorhamtimes.com Veterans’ Transportation Needs to be Addressed —— The Gorham Times is a free volunteer-run Rep. Andrew McLean Portland, Lewiston, Wilton, Brunswick, tation for job training, court appear- community newspaper distributed every other Rockland, Augusta, Skowhegan, Bangor, ances, general transportation for Thursday to more than 100 pick-up sites While statutory adjournment is quick- Machias, Calais, and Presque Isle. homeless veterans and mental health throughout Gorham. ly approaching, legislative committees These career centers are part of the services. —— continue to hold public hearings and Maine Department of Labor and serve This bill to establish the pilot pro- News [email protected] [email protected] work bills. We continue to do the work as resources for job seekers, including gram as recommended by the report Sports Features [email protected] we were sent to Augusta to do. job fairs and training programs. Most will be before the Transportation Of Interest [email protected] In the Transportation Committee, of Maine’s career centers have veterans’ Committee for public hearing and Calendar item [email protected] we recently heard from the Maine employment representatives on staff work session shortly. I support Advertising gorhamtimesadvertising@ Department of Transportation about to help connect veterans with employ- this pilot project because it has the gmail.com or 839-8390 their finalized report, “Transportation ment opportunities. potential to help thousands of Maine School News [email protected] Needs of Maine’s Veterans.” This veterans access critical transporta- —— report came from a study in the 127th tion services, but it could also serve Subscriptions Legislature to determine the transporta- A major finding of the report as a model for how to provide public $18/year in Gorham; $23/year elsewhere $13/year for college subscription tion needs of Maine’s veterans. is that only about 56,000 of transportation to Mainers generally, Subscriptions and renewals are available A major finding of the report is that particularly low-income Mainers and online on our website. Maine’s 117,000 veterans, roughly only about 56,000 of Maine’s 117,000 our seniors who often struggle to find —— veterans, roughly 48 percent, are par- 48 percent, are participating in the transportation for basic needs. If you General Manager: Bruce Hepler Editor: Leslie Dupuis ticipating in the VA health system. That VA health system. are interested in following the process means over half of Maine’s veterans of this bill, I would be happy to keep Business Manager: Stacy Sallinen are not receiving the services they have you up to date on proceedings. Advertiser Coordinator: Stacy Sallinen Design/Production: Shirley Douglas earned and deserve. While some may The report recommends establish- As always, please feel free to contact Staff Writers: Jacob Adams, Kathy Corbett, actively choose not to participate in the ing a 30 month pilot program in me with your questions and concerns. Sheri Faber system, it is likely that the majority are Oxford, Franklin and Androscoggin Hearing your thoughts on legislation Features: Chris Crawford just unable to make it to Togus, Maine’s Counties. These counties were chosen and issues both in our district and Photographers: Amanda Landry, Roger VA facility, or one of the 11 Outreach in part for their network of veteran’s across the state is crucial to what we Marchand Clinics located throughout the state. service organizations as well as an do at the State House. Public Service: Tracey Bassingthwaite If we are able to take this report and established transportation provider in Sports: Destiny Cook increase the participation in the VA the region. The pilot program has a Rep. Andrew McLean, School News: Andrea Morrell system by even 10 percent, then that primary goal of providing transporta- D-Gorham, is serving his Social Media Coordinator: Karen DiDonato Webmaster: Judi Jones would have a real impact on the health tion services to veterans, with a sec- third term in the Maine Distribution Coordinator: Russ Frank and wellbeing of Maine’s veterans. ondary goal of data collection in order House. He is House chair of the Transportation Distribution: Jim Boyko, Janice Boyko, Scott The report also found that 50-70 to address the transportation needs of Committee and represents Burnheimer, Chris Crawford, Janie Farr, Dan veterans each year are unable to reach a veterans across Maine. parts of both Gorham Fenton, Russ Frank, Joe Hachey, Chris Kimball, state career center due to transportation In addition to medical and career and Scarborough. (207) Kris Miller, Chuck Miller, Krista Nadeau, John problems. Maine has 12 career centers center transportation needs, the pilot 939-8482, (800) 423-2900, andrew.mclean@ Richard located across the state in Springvale, program would also include transpor- legislature.maine.gov Board of Directors: Michael Smith (President), Shannon Phinney Dowdle (Secretary), Alan Bell, Tom Biegel, Katherine Corbett, Carol Jones, George letter to the Editor Sotiropoulos, Mike Richman, Sara Nelson Letters to the Editor must be fewer than 300 words, signed with a first and last name, typed or e-mailed and include a phone number. The Gorham Times reserves the right not to publish letters that include personal attacks or inflammatory language. Letters are solely the opinion of the writer and not that of the Founder: Gorham Times. They are published at the discretion of the Gorham Times and are subject to editing. Maynard Charron —— Dear Editor: through the YouCaring page, online Teachers’ Association for their willing- Advertising and Copy Deadlines My family and I would like to gift cards, and individual cards and ness to match the funds. It was a day Ad deadline is the Wednesday of the week prior extend our deepest gratitude to all donations. They even rallied together of fun competition, great food, and to issue date. Go to www.gorhamtimes.com and click on the advertising link for schedule. those in the Gorham Community who to find us temporary housing. I have incredible generosity. It was a day my have supported us through our recent never been more honored to be a family and I will never forget. Editorial Policy The Gorham Times takes all reasonable care to prevent house fire. Gorham teacher! I could go on and on, describing errors and disclaims all legal responsibility for any such We couldn’t be more grateful to To the Gorham High School Boys the multitude of ways we have been errors, omissions, or typographical errors. The Gorham Becky Fortier, Stacey Sawyer, Patty Basketball team and GHOP, we thank blessed by the Gorham community. Times will print corrections if notified within 48 hours. We reserve the right to refuse publication of unsolic- LaRosa, and the Great Falls Staff. you for your generous donation There are too many people to name ited materials. All submissions are subject to editing. Their response was immediate! Within on our behalf. We were incredibly individually, and many anonymous Opinions expressed in the Gorham Times do not nec- hours, they were meeting needs we touched by your thoughtfulness. donors we will never be able to iden- essarily reflect those of the staff or publishers. had yet to even identify. Finally, we want to express our tify. Please know that your kindness Printing services by Alliance Press, Brunswick, ME As word spread, we were over- deepest appreciation to everyone who has not gone unnoticed. You have whelmed by the emotional support organized, donated to, and participat- made a difference in our lives, and we and generosity of the entire school ed in the volleyball tournament and are forever grateful! community, as well as Gorham resi- luncheon fundraising event. We’d like Sincerely, dents. Their graciousness poured out to add a special thanks to the Gorham Jackie, Dave, and Luke Taylor

Around Town The Bier Cellar, a prominent Portland beer shop, is opening a second location in Gor- ham at 593 Main St. in the next few months. The shop will offer a mix of local craft beer and European favorites.

On March 30, a sink hole on Rt. 25 (Ossipee Trail) between Alexander Drive and Spiller Road led police to shut down that section of the road, making Rt. 25 one lane. Temporary traffic lights were put up while the Maine DOT repaired the road. NEXT GORHAM TIMES DEADLINE: APRIL 11

2 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | April 5, 2018 | Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper BUSINESS PROFILE Remember When: Fishing 9Round Lives Up to In the Fifties Expectations in Gorham

Photo credit Roger Marchand Photo credit Susan Murray Owner Ted Rioux helps Anna Sedenka while she works on the light bag. Wilma Gould Johnson evening before to pick out their Contributing Writer spot to fish. Her sister won a fish- Krista Nadeau dio), anaerobic and full-body resis- ing reel once, but she doubts she Contributing Writer tance training. If you were a child in Gorham 9Round uses a heart rate monitor- ever caught even one fish from during the 1950’s, perhaps you 9Round is a global fitness brand ing system called PULSE. Members the pond. Another friend recalled enjoyed the Kiwanis Kids Annual with more than 700 locations in 18 wear a monitor during the workout that he not only came away with Fishing Derby. For a few years, this countries. Maine’s very first 9Round and can view their heart rate through- fish, but also with very wet feet. annual event, held at Alden’s Pond, is now open right here in Gorham out the session by way of television And then, there is the story about was sponsored by the Kiwanis at 18 Elm Street. Ted, Melissa and screens hanging in the club. Each “hooking” a friend with a fish hook Club under the direction of Dean Terra Rioux are the proud owners of member picks a fighter name, which and having to walk to Dr. Gates Evans. The Derby was open to all this family owned and operated busi- is both motivating and personal, office to have the hook removed. children, both boys and girls, up ness. Doors opened on March 9 and making it easy to identify feedback It has also been suggested that through Jr. High age. Ted Rioux said they are very pleased throughout the workout. a Model T Ford may be resting at The pond, located behind the with the response in these first few 9Round trainers work to help the bottom of the pond. Story goes Gorham campus of USM, was weeks. He added that the commu- members maintain the right inten- that it went through the ice one stocked each year by the State of nity support has been wonderful and sity level throughout the workout to winter in the 1930’s. Fact or fic- Maine with 6-14 inch trout. Prizes, they are “thrilled to be part of the ensure optimal results. The PULSE tion, no one will ever know but it donated by generous local spon- Gorham business system provides makes for an interesting story. To sors, included things such as fish- community.” information to quote a good friend of mine “think- ing poles, camping gear and even Ted was intro- For more information, call the individual ing back, it was one of the happiest sleeping bags. One of my friends times of my pre teen years.” duced to 9Round 9Round at 207-839-2860, that includes received a telescoping metal rod through his pre- heart rate, calo- Even today, the pond is stocked find them online at and reel for winning the biggest vious position ries burned, and with brook trout. Kids up to age 16 trout that year. He says he still in the medical 9round.com/GorhamMEElmSt, PULSE points, can “Catch and Release” at Alden’s uses that same fishing rod today. device industry, which are based pond. Fishing Season began April or stop in at 18 Elm Street Another girl won a tackle box for which he held on time spent in 1. Happy fishing! being the first girl to catch a fish. for twenty years. the various heart Any one with a question or more The banks of the pond were While he has degrees in Biology, rate zones (yellow is best). information may contact iamwilma@ lined up with kids of all ages. English, and Business, he really There are eight trained and certi- comcast.net. There were several categories avail- enjoys the business aspect. Melissa is fied 9Round trainers. All have a pas- able for winning prizes: the most a Registered Nurse at Maine Medical sion for helping people reach goals fish, the biggest fish, the first fish, Center. She has been involved in the for better health. “I couldn’t be hap- the one with the most spots and so Also stocked in the fitness industry her entire life; as an pier with this team,” said Ted. on. If you caught a fish, you would Gorham area are: athlete, a competitor, and a trainer. Nutrition guidance is also offered run like the wind to the judges’ In addition to a Nursing degree, to those training at 9Round. The Presumpscott River table and hope for a winning prize. she also has a degree in Health and nutrition program is scientifically Little River A member of the Alden family Fitness and is a certified Fitness proven to help reach fitness goals. recalls that she and her father and Otter Pond #2 and #4 Nutrition Specialist. Together, with Melissa is the Lead Nutrition Coach at sister would go to the pond the his business and leadership sense and 9Round and offers sessions for mem- her health and fitness background, bers to help get them started with the they looked at the information pre- 9Round Nutrition Program. There are sented to them about 9Round and custom meal plans and guidance on decided to bring a “world class fit- portion size and caloric intake needs. ness option” to Gorham. In addition to nutrition guidance, Ossipee Trail Motor Sales This is not your typical gym. 9Round also offers a line of nutrition 9Round is a fast, full body, 30 min- supplements. ute circuit workout. Rioux said the Ted added that the mission of 9Round program works for men 9Round is to provide those training and women across all age groups. at the facility with “a fast and effective On the first visit, which is always workout in a safe and sanitary envi- free, the trainer explains fully how ronment, all while having some fun.” the program works. Three minutes Stop in and try it out. You’ll see that are spent at each station with thirty 9Round lives up to expectations. seconds of body weight exercises For more information, call 9Round 2013 Avalon XLE 74K 2015 Lexus RX 350 28K in between. There are no set class at 207-839-2860, find them online $15,495 $29,795 times and a trainer is included at 9round.com/GorhamMEElmSt, to provide personal attention. or stop in at 18 Elm Street (next to Workouts incorporate aerobic (car- Carter’s Auto). 439 Ossipee Trail, Gorham | 839-3332

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Linda Treworgy Faatz In any size garden there is room This year I will continue to Attacks for new designs and new ideas. include plants to attract butterflies January is long gone. Winter has Plants that may not have been and bees. On my list are Asclepia Ethan Johnson lost its grip and Spring might be just appealing last year could be the tuberosa. Called Butterfly weed, it around the corner. The rooted cut- focal point of a special spot this is a perennial with vibrant orange Although all types of cyber attacks tings from summer favorites sit in the year. It is ok to tear out the plants flowers. Other perennials include are dangerous, ransomware is quickly sunny window waiting to be planted. that are no longer doing your gar- Black-eyed Susans, purple liatris, becoming the most popular way for Until it is time to get into my garden, den justice. Part of the passion and Cone flower and Asters. There will hackers to exploit businesses. In mid- my exercise will be to keep the walks excitement of gardening is knowing be plenty of globe thistle in the 2017, the WannaCry ransomware shoveled as long as we get snow and that there are always new projects. background to attract the bees, too. attack affected over 250,000 devices snowshoeing through the garden to I am generally a perennial gar- White Shasta daisies are also a mag- in at least 150 countries and caused enjoy the winter beauty. dener. However there are some net for insects. Black swallowtails massive financial damage. Ransomware During the winter, my mind is tried and true annuals that I will love to lay their eggs on the row of attacks caused $5 billion in dam- always full of gardening thoughts. This always use in planters to highlight parsley, but I plant enough for all age in 2017 compared to only $325 year these thoughts are spurred by the special spots in the garden. Zinnias, of us. Whether you start seeds, buy million in 2015, according to global pictorial documentation of the fam- started from seed, will fill two raised established plants or divide your cyber research company Cybersecurity ily garden that I am in the process of beds for cut flowers and for butter- existing plants, you are encouraging Ventures. organizing. Many changes have taken flies. The annual, Lobularia, Snow more pollination, which benefits During a ransomware attack, hack- place since 1941, the year my folks Princess, hangs over the edge of us all. When you come to my gar- ers covertly gain access to an organi- bought the homestead. Over the last window boxes in billows of white all den this summer you will see many zation’s computer systems through 75 years the landscape has been trans- summer long. Plectranthus Coloides more choices of well-established phishing scams, denial-of- service formed into acres of garden rooms. with its white and green leaves plants that will enhance the well attacks or unsecured devices. The grows vigorously in pots or in the being of the garden. organization is “locked out” of its own border. Cuttings are easily taken “When the snow is still blowing systems until a financial ransom is paid, of this plant and pinching makes it against the window-pane…and the usually with anonymous, digital bitcoin bushy. Zonal geraniums always give wild winds are howling without, currency. a splash of color in the sun. what pleasure it is to plan for the The best way to prepare your busi- Many enjoyable hours are spent summer that is to be.” Celia Thaxter ness for ransomware is to take steps sharing thoughts and new discov- It will not be long before the to strengthen your cyber security and eries with passionate gardening grass is green and then I am sure establish a response plan to resolve an friends who come to visit. There we will all be ready to “dig in.” attack as quickly as possible. Here are will always be plants I have never some of the best ways to respond to thought about and techniques I ransomware quickly and limit data loss: haven’t tried. A new discovery for Determine how long your business Linda Treworgy Faatz, me is the Dowdswell delphinium can afford to lose access to its com- a passionate gardener, series from New Zealand. I will try puter systems. The time that you can lives in her family home starting seeds this spring. spend addressing ransomware will vary at Friend’s Corner and Plants that are 50 years old still based on your business’s size, indus- cares for the extensive grow in profusion in the garden. Each try and reliance on customer data. Treworgy gardens. She year I give myself permission to move Determining this time frame before an loves to share her home established plants to a ‘better’ loca- attack occurs can help you plan the and gardens through craft tion. Shade, soil and size all dictate rest of your response process. sales, classes and garden changes. No matter what size your Update your business’s software reg- events. garden, a little area can always be re -designed with new favorite plants. Continued on Page 6

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4 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | April 5, 2018 | Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper RISK MANAGEMENT MUNICIPAL Budget Discussions Continue Clerk’s Corner steady growth, older people may move Sheri Faber Laurie Nordfors All State ballots and the Gorham Staff Writer to smaller homes thereby selling their Town Clerk Special Referendum ballot will homes to families with school aged chil- be mailed to voters when they The Town Council got its first look at dren, further increasing the demand on Happy Spring Everyone! The are available at the beginning of the Town Budget on March 30 and will the school department. weather is getting better and the May. Due to State law, the School begin discussion about it at a workshop Due to increased enrollment, snow is melting. Budget Validation Referendum bal- on April 5. “Every town department Gorham High School, and at a mini- Motorcycle registrations were lot can not be returned prior to is asking for more help as the town mum one elementary school, will need due March 31. You can re-register June 5. School Budget Validation grows,” said Town Manager Ephrem portables. In addition, an evaluation your motorcycle online or in the Referendum ballots returned prior Paraschak, but, “my immediate priority of the needs of Gorham High School Clerk’s Office. You will need your to June 5 will not be counted. is to keep taxes down while providing in the coming years shows that exten- old registration, current insurance Information regarding the State reasonable municipal services.” sive work is needed there. Those costs card and mileage. Election can be found online at As property values increase, state will be paid for by Gorham residents as The second half of the 2018 www.maine.gov/sos (click the link education funding can decrease and the State of Maine only subsidizes a lim- Property tax bill is due on May 15. at the left for elections & voting). Gorham expects to lose $1.2 million ited number of schools, and all of those A copy of your property tax bill Remember, if you are not enrolled dollars in state education funding next on the subsidy list are in much worse is available on our website, www. in a party, you will not receive a year. The Town’s property value is condition than Gorham High School. gorham-me.org. State Primary ballot, only a State approximately $1,623,000,000 and the The increasing enrollment issues The Animal Control Officer is Referendum ballot. Town has been adding over $20 million are not just issues in Gorham. Other out issuing summons for unreg- If you want to change your in new property value every year for area towns are facing similar problems istered dogs. If your dog is not Party Affiliation, you must do so the last several years. Even though the with Falmouth looking at a 5.7% school licensed for 2018, you may receive by Friday, May 25, in order to vote Town is growing, the added property tax increase, Cape Elizabeth a 3.5% a summons. To avoid this, you in that new party at the June 12 value will not equal the amount cut by increase, and Yarmouth a 4% increase. can register your dog at the Town Primary Election. If you are not the state in education funding. Going forward, Gorham may con- Clerk’s Office. enrolled, you can enroll in a party This year Paraschak expects to poten- sider an impact fee for new housing Election Day is June 12 for at any time, including Election Day, tially see a small increase on the Town and is looking to expand the business the State Primary & Referendum by completing and filling out a new side but expects a substantial increase district, particularly in South Gorham, Election as well as the Gorham voter registration card in the Town on the school side with an increasing as potential ways of moderating future School Budget Validation Clerk’s office or at the polls on number of students in town and the tax increases. Referendum Election. Absentee bal- Election Day. cuts in state aid. Along with numerous Voters will go to the polls in early lot applications are now available new homes being built annually, and June to approve the school budget. at the Town Clerk’s office and are Laurie Nordfors, Town also available through the Town’s Clerk, can be contacted website (go to the Town Clerk’s at the Town Clerk's Office Department and click the link or by calling 222-1670. Snap Chat Threat Investigated Election and Voting Information, then Absentee Voting). Gorham Times Staff of the reactions to the posting. The original threat was not sent Gorham Police were contacted from a Gorham residence, there- by the FBI on March 25 about fore the information about the a vague threat of a mass shooting threat was forwarded to the appro- that had been posted on Snap Chat. priate agency. Restaurant Hours Police visited a local residence but The original threat was “thor- determined that no one there was oughly investigated” according to Sun-Thurs: involved in the threat. However, a the Gorham Police Department 11 am to 11 pm Gorham High School student who and was not believed to be a cred- was at the residence posted online ible threat. Gorham High School Fri & Sat: that there had been a threat made Principal Brian Jandreau told toward Gorham High School. Gorham Police that he had “com- 11 am to 12 am This posting frightened a number plete confidence in their handling of people who read it, and offi- of the case” and that there was “no cers had to reassure them because threat to GHS.” January Arrests Maple Drive woman, 45, was held tic violence assault and domestic vio- for another agency. lence terrorizing. 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Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper | April 5, 2018 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 5 Ransomware Attacks SCHOOL Continued from Page 4 ularly. Although no app or operating School Committee Faces Tough GHS Senior system is completely safe from hackers, software developers frequently release Competes in security updates that remove ransom- Decisions on Budget ware exploits. You should also encour- to increased enrollment, a need for age your employees to update their Kathy Corbett State Poetry more special education personnel, text- personal devices, especially if they’re Staff Writer book and computer replacements, and allowed to use them on your company Faced with increasing numbers of facilities improvements. Wi-Fi network. Competition students and deceasing state fund- Although Chairman Darryl Wright Create regular backups of your most ing, the Gorham School Committee has said that “everything is on the important data. Many ransomware is wrestling with hard decisions as it table” during the discussion, he was attacks only target online systems, so prepares to vote on the district’s bud- referring to those expenditures over keeping an offline backup of your busi- get for 2018-19. At weekly workshops, which the committee could deliber- ness’s most important data can help committee members and school ate. Much of the budget is determined mitigate the impact of an attack. personnel spend hours determining before discussion begins. Train your employees on cyber secu- which expenditures are necessary Negotiated contractual obliga- rity best practices. Ransomware attacks to maintain Gorham’s educational tions for salaries and benefits rep- often begin with an easily avoidable standards, which can be delayed, and resent 76% of the FY19 budget; event, such as an employee clicking which are “wants” that they believe increases of 2-2.5% added $920,000. on a seemingly innocent link from the district can not now afford. The Health insurance costs increased an unknown sender. You can help committee will vote on the FY19 bud- 9%. Transportation, fuel, and facili- train your workforce by developing an get at its regular meeting on April 11. ties maintenance are relatively fixed Employee Cyber Training Manual. Photo courtesy of the Maine Arts Commission Like many Cumberland County expenses. Because the budget Cyber attacks can have significant school districts, Gorham will receive requests under discussion directly impact on your customers, your Senior Abbie vanLuling placed in the top less money from the state next year. affect students in the classroom, their employees and your bottom line. For five at the state level of the Poetry Out Loud The $1,210,731 reduction is due large- resources, and their teachers, these more information about cyber liability competition. ly to increased property values and decisions are particularly difficult. and risk management strategies contact changes in the required local share Of 13 Cumberland County school Kerry Herlihy your local independent agent. contribution. At the same time, 96 districts, Gorham ranks 10th in per GHS English Teacher more K-5 students are projected to be pupil expenditure. Finding a balance Ethan Johnson of enrolled next year which will require between fiscal restraint and provid- For the eleventh year, Gorham Chalmers Insurance has additional personnel and space. ing the resources to continue offering High School (GHS) participated in over 13 years of experi- Instructed to do so by the School the quality of education for which the Poetry Out Loud, a national recitation ence in the industry. A Committee, the Administration made district is known is a daunting task competition funded by the National USM graduate, he is cuts to its original FY19 budget request for School Committee members who Endowment for the Arts and supported passionate about helping that would have called for a 7.56% volunteer their time and experience, by the Maine Arts Commission. people and giving back to increase over the FY18 budget. While and ultimately, for the Town Council This competition encourages high Gorham, where he lives $933,000 was removed, an increase of that will receive the school budget for school students to explore poetry with his family. $943,00 in new initiatives remained for approval in May, and for Gorham vot- items such as additional teachers due ers in June. Continued on Page 12

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A Closer Look at Proficiency Based Learning in Gorham Continued from Page 1 and Common Core standards as the goal is to make sure students learn tem for Gorham schools, regardless WHEN WILL PBL GRADING basis.” the materials, they are given mul- of state action. Currently under SCALE BE IN PLACE tiple opportunities to demonstrate Maine law students must meet pro- THROUGHOUT THE DISTRICT? WHY ISN’T A 3 ON THE PBL proficiency in a subject, just as it is ficiency in eight areas to receive Perry emphasized that this is a grad- SCALE JUST THE SAME AS A B? possible to take the SAT test or a a high school diploma. There is ual process that will be fully imple- The PBL system uses a 1-4 grading driver’s license test more than once. now a bill before the legislature to mented over time. Right now elemen- scale instead of the traditional 100 Just because a student may be tested “decouple” proficiency from the tary grades use the 1-4 scale, but it is scale and letter grades. Confusion again does not mean it will be by diploma at the state level. still “blended” with the traditional 100 exists about how these two systems utilizing the same assessment or even Perry said that students would still point letter scale in some grades at relate to each other. For PBL grading, done within the same timeframe. be required to meet proficiency, but GMS and in all grades at GHS. teachers use “performance indica- local school systems would be per- As the transition continues there tors” for evaluating student progress. HOW DO YOU KNOW THAT ALL mitted to define what that means in needs to be more communication The scale is: 1) beginning to under- TEACHERS ARE GRADING THE terms of their diploma. For example, between teachers, students, and par- stand; 2) developing knowledge and SAME WAY? districts may not be equipped to ents “as to what these scales mean, understanding; 3) proficiency; and This system reduces subjectivity offer all courses necessary for pro- and often more importantly, what 4) distinguished or exceeding profi- in assessing student work. It gives ficiency in a subject such as world they do not mean,” she said. ciency. students, parents, and teachers a languages. Accommodations in pro- Therefore, a 3 is not a B, but it indi- clear way of knowing how a student ficiency requirements will be needed Visit the Gorham Times website for cates that a student has demonstrated is progressing toward proficiency for some special education students. a link to view Superintendent Perry’s that he or she understands the mate- or exceeding it based on the perfor- more detailed responses to these and rial and can communicate that under- mance indicators. This depends on IF PBL IS STRUCTURED other questions about PBL. standing as described in the perfor- all teachers adhering to the agreed FOR ALL STUDENTS TO mance indicator for that assignment. upon criteria, realizing that teachers BECOME PROFICIENT, WILL The criteria for a 3 or “proficiency” in have different teaching styles. THIS DISADVANTAGE HIGH a math concept might be “I can use Although PBL may express it dif- ACHIEVING STUDENTS? School Notes variables to represent numbers and ferently, it is built on best practices Proficiency Based Learning is The cast and crew of Gorham High School’s write expressions.” of the teaching profession, practices designed to challenge students to one act play, “Small Actors,” performed at that Gorham expects of all its teach- do their best work, reach their high- the State Drama Festival during the weekend WHY CAN’T A STUDENT SCORE ers. However, this system does make est potential, and be ready to suc- of March 23-25. Senior Sawyer Hanscome A 4 ON EVERY TEST? the process more transparent and the ceed in the workplace and in higher and freshman Emily Paruk were named to Teachers make “formative assess- feedback more specific. education. The system provides the “All Festival Cast,” which recognizes ments” when they want to find out opportunities for students to exceed excellence in acting. The cast of the play- how well students are learning a con- WILL A 1-4 SCALE MAKE IT proficiency (4), in all content areas. within-a-play, “Romeo and Juliet,” received cept so that they can provide feed- DIFFICULT FOR STUDENTS IN Gorham also offers many additional a judges’ commendation for their “Hilarious back. This could be a quiz, an in-class APPLYING FOR COLLEGE? opportunities for students through Elizabethan Sequence.” essay, or a homework assignment. Perry has found that people who AP courses, extra-curricular activi- In the previous example the teacher express skepticism of PBL, often are ties such as Robotics and Odyssey of Gorham High School’s Key Club is sponsor- may not have structured the assign- not skeptical about the learning sys- the Mind, and even college courses ing a Parent’s Night Out on April 7 at GHS ment to find out if a student could tem, but do have concerns about the through an arrangement with USM. from 5 to 9 p.m. for kids ages 4-10. Kids also demonstrate that she can write reporting system that uses a different must be potty trained. Tickets are $20 per expressions “when solving real world grading scale. She stated that the 1-4 WHY DO GORHAM child. All proceeds will be donated to Camp problems,” the level on knowledge scale would not make it more difficult EDUCATORS BELIEVE THIS Sunshine. Buy tickets at https://ghskeyclub- that would be required for a 4. This for students to get into college, since IS THE BEST SYSTEM FOR parentsnightout.bpt.me. FMI, call 222-1100 is why a 3 is the highest value for this most colleges use a 4.0 GPA scale. STUDENTS? or [email protected]. formative assessment. If formative A survey of 74 New England colleg- “Within a PBL system, the expec- assessments are figured into a sum- es, which included Bates, Bowdoin, tation is that ALL students are mative grade they have little weight. and Tufts, found that they had no expected to learn,” Perry said, “and GHS GRAD NEWS: If you, or your son “Summative assessments,” for problem with the 1-4 scale when con- this system is consistent with our or daughter is a GHS graduate, we which students receive a grade, sidering admission. When it moves Core Beliefs and with our Vision.” would like to share your achievements always give students the opportunity to the 1-4 scale, GHS will continue to Bob Riley, GMS principal, stressed in the Gorham Times Of Interest section to demonstrate that they are not only calculate a 4-point GPA to calculate that PBL “helps students build cre- or in a Where Are They Now feature. proficient but that have exceeded high honors, class ranks, etc. ative thinking skills and understand Of Interest submissions should include the standard for proficiency, that is, their role in learning.” GHS prin- the year of GHS graduation and should earned a 4. IF MAINE DOES NOT REQUIRE cipal Brian Jandreau emphasized be no longer than 75 words. Contact STUDENTS TO MEET PROFICIENCY that this system not only “requires Chris Crawford at ckck5@maine. WHY CAN STUDENTS TAKE IN ALL EIGHT AREAS, WILL best teaching practices, but makes rr.com, Kathy Corbett at ktcorbett@ TESTS MORE THAN ONCE? 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Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper | April 5, 2018 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 7 SCHOOL Walkout to Stand Up Street Named Mr. GHS in Annual Pageant

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On March 15, students from Gorham High School participated in a walkout from 12:00 p.m. to 12:17 p.m. in honor of the 17 lives lost in the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. Originally, students planned to participate in the National School Walkout scheduled Photo credit Amanda Landry Photography across the country for March 14 at 10 a.m., but many schools in Maine had to reschedule The Mr. GHS participants, all seniors, from left to after being closed for the day due to a nor’easter that hit the area. right (front row): Babou Gatete, Ben Nelson, Ste- fan Street (winner), Andrew Harjula (first runner up), and Garrett Higgins (second runner up). Back Youth Art Adapt & Survive row (l to r): Max Harvey, Nathaniel Hotham, Aaron Farr, and Clayton Bassingthwaite. Pictured also is Street singing while strumming his ukulele during Recognized the talent portion of the evening.

Abbie vanLuling on climate change?” (asked of Garrett GHS Student Intern Higgins, who placed third overall), “What would you title a book about On the evening of March 16, the you?” and, finally, asked of Stefan Street, Gorham High School (GHS) auditorium who placed first and was crowned Mr. was packed full of students and parents, GHS, “If tomorrow’s newspaper head- all there for what could be coined as the line was about you, what would it say?” must-see event of the second semester. Street, clad in his casual wear wetsuit The annual Mr. GHS pageant was and holding a surfboard, replied, “Boy held again this year as a fundraiser for attacked by shark fights back, and wins.” the Class of 2018, and the contestants After each contestant answered their questions, the boys moved on to the tal- Photo credit Amy Cousins didn’t disappoint. Each senior had to take part in multiple portions of the ent portion, with numerous highlights. Gorham Middle School students Ava Photo credit Donna Landry competition, including casual wear, ran- Nate Hotham performed a free-style dance, Aaron Farr and Ben Nelson Bryant, seventh grade, and Elijah Wyatt, Last month, the first graders at Village dom questions, talent, and formal wear. donned roller-blades, and Babou Gatete eighth grade, were selected to participate in Elementary School had a special guest The questions, prepared ahead played the drum expertly while Max displaying their work for Youth Art Month at speaker during a first grade assembly. Josh of time by hosts Jessica Dusseault, Harvey shockingly smashed apples off the Portland Museum of Art. Both students Sparks, of Spark’s Ark, showed a variety of Emma Cousins, and Kate Gilbert, were of his forehead to Babou’s beat. did an exceptional job interpreting different animals and talked about how they adapted unknown to the contestants and had Harjula and Clayton Bassingthwaite assignments (Bryant, mixed media mask, and survived in their environment. Students and to be answered on the spot. Andrew donned tutus to perform a “beach ball and Wyatt, mixed media 2D work) and took staff had a wonderful time and enjoyed seeing Harjula, who ended up placing second ballet,” Higgins wooed the audience the creative thinking process to the next all of the animals. A grant from the Gorham overall in the competition, was asked with his saxophone playing, and Street level of learning. Their work was on display Educational Foundation made the visit possible. what he would put on the ideal ice sang along while strumming the uku- throughout the month of March. Village School is thankful for the support. cream sundae. He replied “hot sauce.” When the lele. crowd began to laugh, he fixed his After the talent portion, the boys response. “Hot chocolate sauce,” he were each escorted in by an important Best Wishes to emphasized. The other questions female in their life, including mothers, ranged from, “What is your opinion David Willis and Katie Johnson Continued on Page 12 on their engagement!

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8 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | April 5, 2018 | Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper SPORTS Southern Maine Class B Holmes Commits to the Hockey Awards Ceremony Hoosiers Destiny Cook Sports Editor

While Gorham may be a small town, it seems Mackenzie Holmes, junior and leader on the Gorham Rams Girls Basketball team, is no “small town girl.” She recently signed her commitment letter to become a member of the Indiana Hoosiers in the fall of 2019. The college competes in the Big Ten Conference in NCAA Division I. Holmes visited the campus back in Photo credit Denise Holmes October and said, “I got a feeling there that I didn’t get at any other who can score with either hand, Photo courtesy of Sue Roop school. It felt like a place I could and has shown the ability to score call home.” over players who have more size Members of of the Gorham High School hockey team received awards at a ceremony on than her. The Indiana coaches March 18. Pictured (l to r) Sophomore Cole Perrault (Rookie of the Month for February, Class B At the end of the recruitment process, Holmes had about five were also impressed with her work South - All Rookie Team, Senior Garrett Babineau (GHS Award Outstanding Play, Class B South ethic and ability to run the floor. Goaltender of the Month for January, Class B South Third Team, Class B South Senior All Star), schools to choose from. Her coach, Laughn Berthiaume, said she put a Years ago it wasn’t uncommon Senior Jack Richards (GHS Most Improved Player, Class B South Defenseman of the Month to see a young Holmes practic- for February, Class B South First Team, Class B South Defenseman of the Year, Class B South lot of time and effort into making her college choice. ing in her driveway for hours. At Senior All Star) and Senior Lucas Roop (GHS Hobey Baker Character Award, Class B South times by herself practicing dif- Third Team, Class B South All Academic Team, Class B South Evan Spear Memorial Award “They (Indiana coaches) were at a number of our games this ferent shots, or with her brother Nominee, Class B South Senior All Star). Junior Tanner Garand also received the GHS Seventh Cameron, honing her offensive as Player Award and Senior Ben Eichner was named a Class B South Senior All Star. season and made numerous other contacts.” He said, “Mackenzie is well as her defensive skills. Her a unique player in today’s game, work ethic is like no other and it basketball has evolved and more shows on the court; Holmes fin- GHS Grad players are facing the basket offen- ished the 2017/2018 season with sively.” 464 points, 292 rebounds, 111 Coach Berthiaume said college blocked shots, and 62 steals. Kristen Curley coaches really like that Holmes is Continued on Page 12 Shines for USM a true “back to the basket” player Destiny Cook Sports Editor

Kristen Curley (GHS ’17) con- tinues to receive awards well into the USM Huskies off season. Most recently, she was named New England Women’s Basketball Coaches’ Association (NEWBA) Rookie of the Year and named to the NEWBA all-rookie team. She

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Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper | April 5, 2018 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 9 SPORTS Gorham Rec Basketball Champions

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Gorham Rec crowned its fifth/sixth grade girls and boys champions on March 14. On the girls side, Navy Blue beat Red, 17-14. Pictured above (l to r) in the front row: Natalie Miner, Lindy Moreland, Sophia Andrade, Vicki Sands, and Lucy Nappi. Middle row: Chloe Blanchard, Katrice Morgan, Brianna Beaulieu, Abby Fecteau, and Elizabeth Douglass. Back row: Coaches John Douglass and Craig Larochelle. Missing: Coach Bill Gendron and players Julia Wareham and Meghan Gendron. The boys Black team beat Orange, 33-27, to take the championship. Pictured (l to r) in front row: Logan Vail, Robby Toronto, Gage Beaulieu, and Leo Kiyanitsa. Middle row: Griffin Johnson, Dalton Oceguera, Jackson Morrell, Coach Dan McEachin, Sam Minchev, Cruise Labrie, and Bert Fogg.

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10 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | April 5, 2018 | Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper MUSIC IN THE AIR GMS Chorus Students Hit the Stage GHS Students Sing with UMaine

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The UMaine School of Performing Art’s University Singers recently sang at Gorham High School as part of a tour of schools in New England. The 2018 7th and 8th Grade Honors Chorus members (back row l to r): Ethan Ho, Makenna Roberts, Ava Nickerson, Kaylin Brown, Sarah Rathbun, and MJ Harmon; (front row l to r): Junbei Chen, Lydia Valentine Renaissance, and the men’s a cap- Madison Woodcock, Annikka Mocciola, Bruce Hodgkin, Madeline Downey, and Emelia Bailey. GHS Student Intern pella group, the Maine Steiners, performed their own selections. Gorham High School (GHS) was Renaissance singers wore matching recently graced with a visit by the purple scarves and incorporated UMaine School of Performing Art’s many different voices into their University Singers. The audition songs. The Maine Steiners got the group, directed by Francis John Vogt, crowd going with some oldies but is comprised of both music majors goodies and a strong lead vocalist. and students studying other subjects Following those acts were some that also attend the school. more recent and goofy songs by Every spring, the group goes on a the whole group including “I’m a tour of schools in New England, mak- Train” and “Put on your Sunday ing stops in Gorham and Waterville Clothes” from Hello Dolly. The in Maine, and Burlington, Vermont. night was rounded off by alumni Every four years, the group tours in and GHS students joining together Europe. with the choir to sing (and dance) Mathew Murray, a UMaine alumni “Jabberwocky” and the Maine Stein and the music director at GHS, Song, an UMaine tradition. encouraged his students to come The night of music was certainly and see the show, and even have the inspirational and gave students chance to sing with them. The group a look at what their future could sang five pieces, all with wondrous hold. harmony and technique in both The 2018 6th Grade Honors Chorus members: Brady Mercier, Kaylee Gonneville, Kira Keniston, English and Latin. Lily Rubin, Amy Morin, and Patrick Delaney. After a short intermission, both VILLAGE BUILDERS the women’s a cappella group, Full Service General Contractor Repairs • Renovations • Additions students from Bonny Eagle, Westbrook, South Portland, and Cape Elizabeth. They came together on March 8 at Bonny Eagle Middle School to rehearse with guest conductor Nathaniel Menifield and presented a concert that afternoon. Gorham High School stu- dent Erin Wentworth accompanied the chorus on flute. Finally, on March 17, 12 GMS seventh and eighth graders partici- pated in the American Choral Directors Daniel W. Grant, P.E. Association Maine Middle School Owner All-State Choir under the direction of

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Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper | April 5, 2018 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 11 Holmes Commits to the Hoosiers Continued from Page 9 Poetry Competition Continued from Page 6 “Indiana isn’t just getting a it could have gone many different Mackenzie and be there to help skilled player, they will be getting ways. She gets it. It’s all about the improve her play. through memorization and perfor- an exceptional leader and team- team.” Mackenzie said she plans to con- mance. Students are judged in the areas mate,” said Coach Berthiaume. Denise said they will be planning tinue to expand her game and get of physical presence, voice and articula- This is an incredible opportu- a trip to visit Indiana and the team stronger and better for that level of tion, dramatic appropriateness, accu- nity, yet Holmes remains humble. this fall. When Mackenzie finally play. “I am nervous because I know racy, and overall performance. For her, what is most important is heads to Indiana, she won’t be it’s not going to be easy going to This year, 25 students participated in her family as well as her teammates going alone. Cameron, who is cur- school so far away, however, I am the school-wide competition at GHS. and their accomplishments togeth- rently attending Bryant University, excited for the adjustment and Senior Abigail vanLuling won the event er. Her mother, Denise Holmes, plans to transfer to Indiana so he what the future holds.” and senior Isabella Solari was the run- recalled her most memorable can support his little sister. He Her small town of Gorham will ner-up. moment with Mackenzie. hopes to be a part of the practice be watching. Over 9,500 students from 39 high “In the state finals game this team (consisting of all men) who schools participated in this program year, how she carried herself after compete against the women’s across the state. From those students, a the loss. Embracing her teammates, team so he can once again support winner from each participating school competed in one of the two regional finals. In the southern region, a total of 20 schools competed at Westbrook GHS Grad Kristen Curley Shines for USM Continued from Page 9 High School on February 28. has also been named D3hoops.com high school career went, and as Curley plans to use the off sea- From this competitive pool, van- Northeast Region Rookie of the much as I loved playing with that son to get even stronger as well as Luling placed as one of the top five Year, Maine Women’s Basketball team, I was excited to start with working on all aspects of her game finalists who went on to compete in Coaches’ Association (MWBCA) a clean slate. I was always eager to prepare for next season. She is the state final. She recited her poems at Rookie of the Year and Little East to play a different role on a new looking forward to becoming more Waterville Opera House on March 20 Conference Rookie of the Year, team.” of a leader as she gets older and and was selected as one of the top five adding to the many accolades she Curley saw the opportunity in gains more experience. “I would performers overall. earned throughout the season. front of her, and prior to her fresh- not really call myself a natural The winner, Allan Monga from Curley played on some incred- man year, she hit the gym and born leader but I am excited to get Deering High School, will go to ible teams in her four years at worked to improve her game as to work at that and get out of my Washington, D.C. to compete in the Gorham High School. She was a much as possible. “In turn, my con- comfort zone.” national finals this month. In the last part of two AA State Championship fidence was definitely higher going She has some pretty big goals for ten years, GHS has had a state finalist titles in a row (2015/2016 and into pre-season basketball.” the next few years, one of which is in this competition five times. In 2014, 2016/2017). She considered herself The confidence certainly showed to win more games. However, her GHS student Charlotte Feinberg was the a role player and was an exception- on the court as she played in all big goal is to be LEC Champions. Maine state champion. al shooter in the three point range. 27 games for the Huskies, averag- “I want to be the best player I can van Luling encourages students to However, having been surrounded ing 16 points and 4.9 rebounds per be and make my teammates better give the competition a try. “It is scary by some amazing talent throughout game. She was sixth in the Little in the process so we can go further the first time, but after that, it is won- her high school career, Curley said East in scoring and the top scoring than we did this past season and derful to be able to get up on stage she didn’t have much confidence freshman averaging 50.5% (168- continue to improve.” and share your work,” said vanLuling. in herself. 333) from the field and 39.7% (48- Having proven herself to be a “There are some beautiful poems to be “As grateful as I am for how my 121) from three-point range. strong player and emerging leader recited, and once you find one you truly on the court, there is no doubt we love, reciting becomes so much easier.” will be hearing much more from Curley and her Huskies team, not only next season but in the seasons Mr. GHS Continued from Page 8 to come. grandmothers, and younger sisters, while in their formal wear. 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12 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | April 5, 2018 | Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper GEF Trivia Bee Raises Money for Schools

The Gorham Educational Foundation (GEF) held its Team Trivia Night on March 3 at Spire 29 raising $3,835. GEF seeks to provide funding for pro- grams and projects which go above and beyond the basic curriculum and which are not reasonably expected to be funded within the scope of the school budget. Local donors and sponsors included Aroma Joe’s, Mister Ba- gel, Gorham Sand & Gravel, MK Kitchen, Grit & Grace Crossfit, Moody’s Col- lision Center, Nappi Distributors, Clarke MacDonald Horseshoeing, and Kyle P Currier, CPA. Members of the Heartwood neighborhood team, “Dilly Dilly,” earned the top spot and $500 in award money which was donated to the Gorham Backpack Program. Pictured (l to r) is Emcee Brian Brinegar, Dino DeSanctis, Curt Nichols, Rich Murray, Matt Nelson and Charlie Springer. Photo credit Leslie Dupuis

www.helpingpawsme.org REALTOR® Kelley’s PUP OF THE MONTH 5% of all my real estate commissions generated from this ad will be donated to Helping Paws Maine. Kelley Skillin-Smith, Assoc. Broker 380 Main Street, Gorham, ME • 207-632-0813 [email protected] • #kelsells BRACEY Must Mention This Ad For Donation Go to www.helpingpawsme.org to see all available dogs for adoption

NEW LISTING SOLD

Chris Burton Julie Chandler

STANDISH $239,900 - This 28x40 GORHAM $289,900 - Offers 1st flr 23 Autumn St $229,900 - Remark- GORHAM $359,900 - This 4BR/2.5ba stick built ranch offers 3BR, 2 ba, master master, open cherry kitchen w/pantry able Buxton cape w/ heated garage on a colonial located in a small 7 lot subdivi- suite w/ a private bath & walk in closet. closet, HW flrs, rear deck, farmer’s corner lot. Built in 1999. HW flrs, sunny sion. 2 car garage, farmer’s porch, rear HW & tile flrs in common living areas. porch full basement & 1 car garage. eat-in kitchen, deck & huge storage shed. deck, daylight bsmt & more.

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- This OLD ORCHARD BEACH $299,000 GORHAM $74,900 - Turnkey home WATERBORO $239,900 - 238 264 Narragansett $245,000 Two 2-BR, 1ba units w/ separate: paved 16’x68’ w/ many upgrades. Features +/-ac, could be used for farming, rec, Gorham cape needs to be completely renovated inside but terrific potential. driveways, entrances, heating, electrical Hawthorne Hearth kitchen w/ dining or private spot for new home. Close to & W/D hookups. Spacious yard w/ fence area. Spacious LR, master suite & laundry Per public records there is enough land schools. Zoned A/R. Abuts powerlines. & 2car garage. area. & frontage for an add’l lot.

UNDER Jeff Mason Peter Mason SOLD CONTRACT SOLD Realtors® Helping You Buy or Sell 14 Andrea St $80,800 - Quiet street Real in Lisbon. Short sale sold “as is”. Wood HIRAM $215,000 - 3BR home offers 12 Hio Ridge Rd $130,000 - Short PORTER - Excellent business opportu- stove hearth in the basement, wood Mike Rand Estate! a rustic feel w/ northern red pine floors, sale! Seller avoided foreclosure & saved nity to lease the Kezar Falls Market! A true floors & lots of potential. landmark & very well-est grocery/conve- exposed beams & cathedral ceilings. ½ their credit. This 3BR, 2ba Ranch on nient store. $3K/mo w/ $10K sec dep. mile views down the Saco River. an acre lot in Bridgton is getting a new owner...everyone wins!

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DEANS LIST board member, Don Wescott, talks about the history of the Cumberland and Oxford Canal Collin Jones, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY and Towpath, the Gunpowder Mill, and the Gambo Dam. This is an easy one mile walk over mostly flat terrain with lots of stops to learn about the history of the region. The event is free, GRADUATIONS but space is limited. RSVP is required at www.prlt.org. Mary Holland, BS Grand Valley State University, Allendale, MI Please join North Gorham Public Library in welcoming author Anne Weber on Thursday, OF INTEREST April 19, at 7 p.m. Weber is the author of “Constabulary Tales,” a collection of short stories The West Gorham Union Church will be having a public supper on Saturday, April 7, at that describes the hilarious escapades of a woman (Weber) who becomes a reluctant con- 5 p.m., ticket sales start at 4 p.m. Come enjoy three kinds of beans, chicken pie, clam cas- stable on a small island in Maine. FMI 892-2575. serole, chop suey, mac and cheese, BBQ hot dogs, jello salads, cole slaw, delicious home- made pies, coffee and punch. $8 adults, $3 children under 12. 190 Ossipee Trail, Gorham. The Lecky Brown Center for Seniors, located on the 3rd floor at First Parish Church FMI 839-5946. in Gorham, will be hosting a free roundtable discussion, “End of Life Issues: The Importance of Sharing Your Thoughts and Wishes, part 2/3” led by Bill Jenks, president of White Rock Community Clubhouse, 34 Wilson Rd., will hold a Bean Supper on Saturday, Home Instead Senior Care, on Thursday, April 19, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Bring your lunch April 7, from 4:30-6 p.m. Homemade kidney and pea beans, hot dogs, cole slaw, potato and join us. FMI 839-6751. salad, mac and cheese, homemade biscuits, as well as homemade pies for dessert. $8 adults, $4 children under 12. FMI [email protected]. SENIOR PROGRAMS The Gorham Medical Closet located at the Municipal Center 75 South St is free and Gorham High School Project Graduation presents “An Evening with Bob Marley” on available to Gorham residents in need of portable wheelchairs, shower seats, com- Sunday, April 8, at Gorham Middle School. Event begins at 5:30 p.m. with a silent auction modes, walkers, canes and more. FMI 839-3859, 329-4976, 632-2178, 839-3630, and appetizers. Show is at 7 p.m. $25/ticket. FMI [email protected] 839-2484, or 839-3228.

The Gorham Lions will meet on Tuesday, April 10, at 6:30 p.m. at the Public Works cafete- Town of Gorham Senior Mealsite hosts lunch every Wednesday at St. Anne’s ria off Huston Road. New Members always welcome. FMI 929-9182. Church. Social time 11:30 a.m., meal is served at 12:00 p.m. Suggested donation $4. Volunteers are also needed to help in the kitchen. FMI 222-1630. Baxter Memorial Library will host an author event with Kate Flora on Wednesday, April 11, at 7 p.m. Flora is the author of 14 mystery and true crime books including “Finding Amy,” a Lakes Region Senior Center, on Acorn Street in Gorham announces Art Classes to be 2007 Edgar nominee co-written with a Portland, Maine deputy police chief. FMI 222-1190. held by Gorham Artist, Kristine Biegel. The first session of two weeks, “Introduction to Drawing” will be held on Friday, April 6 and April 13, from 1 to 3 p.m. The fee for this Gorham Woman’s Club will hold its annual Gorham High School Art Show on Thursday, session is $15. Three more sessions of art projects will follow and will be announced April 12, at First Parish Congregational Church from 2:30-3:30 p.m. All students, parents soon. This is open to Seniors (50 plus). If you are interested and would like to sign up and community are welcome. Refreshments will be served. FMI [email protected] please drop by the Center or call Jeanne Rhein at 572-4042 or (732) 425-0604.

In honor of National Library Week, North Gorham Public Library will be hosting its Lakes Region Senior Center, located at the Little Falls Activity Center, 40 Acorn St. Annual Library Open House on Saturday, April 14, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Stop by and enjoy is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join them daily for coffee, tea, a slice of homemade pie. FMI 892-2575. and socializing. Ongoing daily activities include Mahjong on Mondays – beginners wel- come. FMI, Diane 892-9529; Tuesday crafts and card games. FMI, Avis 892-0298; The The North Gorham Chess Club will meet Saturday, April 14, at 10:15-11:30 a.m. at the Memoir Writing Group meets the last Wednesday of the month. FMI, David 892-9604; North Gorham Public Library. FMI John Morgan at [email protected] or 766-8554. Thursday Table games at 10 a.m. and Friday Art Workshop at 9 a.m. FMI 892-0299.

Gambo History Walk on Sunday, April 15, at 1 pm at Gambo Preserve in Gorham. Join The Lecky Brown Center for Seniors, located on the 3rd floor at First Parish Church, the Presumpscot Regional Land Trust and Gorham Adult Education as former land trust 1 Church St., is offering weekly events as follows: Mondays - Hand Chimes Group

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CALENDAR Winter Wars THURSDAY APRIL 5 • Baby and Me, 9:30-9:50 a.m. Baxter Memorial Library Tink Drive caller reported being harassed by a neighbor who flipped her the middle • Toddler Time, 10-10:30 a.m. Baxter Memorial Library finger while she was snow blowing and then dropped his plow blade in the road by her • Sewing Club, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Baxter Memorial Library house. Officer spoke with the man who said woman gave him the middle finger first and he wanted nothing to do with her. FRIDAY APRIL 6 School Street caller reported neighbor Gray Road caller reported she had not got- • Sensory Friendly Story Time, 10-11 a.m. Baxter Memorial Library was screaming and banging on his door. ten an oil delivery and wanted officer to This was the second call about man being call the oil company and find out what was SATURDAY APRIL 7 disruptive. He was charged with disorderly happening. Officer advised her that many • Bean Supper, 4:30-6 p.m. White Rock Community Clubhouse conduct and taken to jail. people were in the same boat and to use • Public Supper, 5 p.m., West Gorham Union Church K-1 for now. Shaw’s Mill Road caller was told she had SUNDAY APRIL 8 been served verbally as she would not Caller reported a suspicious vehicle parked • An Evening With Bob Marley, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Gorham Middle School come to the door when officers attempted on County Road next to his business with- to serve her in person. out his permission. Officer followed tracks TUESDAY APRIL 10 in the snow to a cell tower on Burnham • Preschool Story Time, 9:30-10:15 a.m. Baxter Memorial Library Suspicious person on Ward’s Hill Road was Road and found a technician working on waiting to take his child to school. the tower. He had not wanted to wake up WEDNESDAY APRIL 11 Officer spoke to Evergreen Drive caller and owner and had parked there so as not to • Toddler Story Time, 10-11 a.m. North Gorham Public Library advised officers do not go after cats in trees block the road. He told officer he would be • Toddler Time, 10-10:30 a.m. Baxter Memorial Library and that the cat would come down of its finished and gone by 5:30 a.m. • Adult Fans of Lego Meetup, 5-6 p.m. Baxter Memorial Library own accord. Person later called back and Pleasant St. woman reported her ex-boy- • Baxter Memorial Library Author Event: Kate Flora, 7 p.m. was very upset that neither the Fire nor the friend was making comments about her on Police Department would climb the tree to Facebook. She was advised this complaint THURSDAY APRIL 12 get his cat. He advised he had a ladder and was civil in nature as it is not illegal to talk • Baby and Me, 9:30-9:50 a.m. Baxter Memorial Library would try to rescue cat himself. poorly about someone’s character. • Toddler Time, 10-10:30 a.m. Baxter Memorial Library • Sewing Club, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Baxter Memorial Library Johnson Road caller was concerned he Officer checked on suspicious person on • Gorham Women’s Club/GHS Art Show, 2:30-3:30 p.m., First Parish Congregational Church might have more issues like last year from Acorn St. with lights on and vehicle running. census collection people. He was referred Man, who was well-known to the police, SATURDAY APRIL 14 to the Attorney General’s Office. was on his phone and smoking a cigarette. • Greater Gorham Winter Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Gorham Rec Department He said he was just texting his girlfriend. He Caller had questions about some things • North Gorham Public Library Annual Open House, 10 a.m-1 p.m. being sent over Snapchat. She was told to was advised to move on as business was closed. He thanked officer and drove away. contact Snapchat. MONDAY APRIL 16 Suspicious person parked on Lowell Road Union St. caller had let her ex-boyfriend • Patriots’ Day - School Vacation Week was texting his girlfriend. borrow one of her cars and he was refusing • Baxter Memorial Library Closed to return it. Officer contacted boyfriend and Items reported stolen from a Ward’s Hill Road suggested he return the vehicle as soon as TUESDAY APRIL 17 residence were located in the garage where possible. He returned it that night. • Healthy Citizen Science, 10-11 a.m. Baxter Memorial Library his wife had moved them a few weeks before. • Hospice 101, 3 p.m. Baxter Memorial Library Birch Drive caller reported being harassed Officer responded to call of threats between via Facebook. Officer suggested he go to WEDNESDAY APRIL 18 mother and son on Mosher Road. Son court and apply for a protection from harm • Toddler Story Time, 10-11 a.m. North Gorham Public Library wanted to leave and was given a ride. He order. She did not like that response and • Owls of Maine Presentation, 10-11 a.m. Baxter Memorial Library was not threatening. hung up. THURSDAY APRIL 19 • Book Club Discussion, “Uncommon Type: Some Stories” by Tom Hanks, 10 a.m. Baxter Memorial Library • Day of Mindfulness, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Baxter Memorial Library • North Gorham Public Library Author Event: Anne Weber, 7 p.m.

FRIDAY APRIL 20 • Apples to Apples Afternoon, 1-3 p.m. Baxter Memorial Library

Community Continued from Page 14 from 2:00-3:00 p.m.; Tuesdays - Originals from 10-11:30 a.m., Coffee/conversation/ speaker; Thursdays (2nd & 4th of April) - Church Street Writers Group from 2:00-3:00 Full-time position p.m.; and Fridays - ARTrageous Seniors Art Class from 10-11:30 a.m. FMI: 839-6751. USM NOTES USM presents “Girl in Six Beats” on Saturday, April 21, at 8 p.m. and Sunday, April 22, at 2 p.m., Corthell Concert Hall, USM Gorham Campus. $8 adults, $5 students, seniors, USM employees and alumni. FMI 780-4200.

ON-GOING EVENTS The Gorham Food Pantry, located at 299-B Main St (parking lot of St. Anne’s Catholic Church) is open every Thursday morning from 9-11 a.m. and the second and fourth Wednesday of every month from 6-7 p.m. Free for Gorham residents in need. FMI, 222-4351 or visit www.gorhamfoodpantry.org.

Gorham Cancer Prayer and Support Group meets the first Tuesday of every month at the Cressey Road United Methodist Church, 81 Cressey Rd. from 6-7:30 p.m. This monthly non-denominational event is a prayer and support group for anyone dealing with cancer including patients and caregivers. NEXT GORHAM TIMES DEADLINE: APR. 11

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Photo courtesy of James Rathbun

Portland author Chris Holm visited Baxter Memorial Library on March 22 to speak about the process of writing and publishing his novels, as well as the development of his stories from an idea to a fully formed series. Holm is the author of the Collector trilogy, which blends crime and fantasy, and the Michael Hendricks thrillers. His first Hendricks novel, “The Killing Kind,” was named a New York Times Editors’ Choice, a Boston Globe Best Book of 2015, and Strand Magazine’s #1 Book of 2015. It won the 2016 Anthony Award for Best Novel, and was also nominated for a Barry, a Lefty, and a Macavity. Another event is planned for April 11 at 7 p.m. when mystery/crime author Kate Flora will visit.

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