We are pleased to share that Thornton Academy and the Saco School Department have reached a mutually agreed-upon contract, ensuring that Thornton Academy will continue serving as Saco’s high school for years to come. Tonight, at a public meeting of the Saco School Board, the Board voted unanimously to approve this agreement, which had previously been approved by the Thornton Academy Board of Trustees.
At its core, this agreement reflects a shared belief that students must remain at the center of every decision. While there were challenges along the way, the outcome of these contract negotiations provides a foundation for continued partnership in support of Saco families today and into the future. Negotiations are rarely easy, but we were able to accomplish a great deal for Saco students – securing stability in our continued partnership between Thornton Academy and the Saco School Department, and ensuring free lunch for all Saco students, PK-12.
As we move forward together, we do so with gratitude and renewed purpose. This agreement provides the stability needed for both the School Department and the Academy to focus our attention where it belongs - on our students and the excellent education that Saco families have come to expect from Saco’s public schools and Thornton Academy.
We thank you for your patience, your trust, and your unwavering support throughout this process. We are proud of the longstanding partnership between the Saco School Department and Thornton Academy, and we look forward to continuing our shared mission of providing exceptional educational opportunities for all students.