The Timberlane Regional School Board meeting held on May 22, 2025, provided a comprehensive overview of recent events and activities across the district, as presented by student representative Abby Robinson. The meeting highlighted a variety of accomplishments and initiatives from the high school down to the elementary schools.
The session began with a recap of significant events at the high school, including the National Honor Society's induction ceremony and the Milkman senior night, both held in the Performing Arts Center. The orchestra also concluded its year with a final concert on May 20, showcasing performances that were particularly meaningful for graduating seniors. In sports, the tennis team was set to host the first round of playoffs against Coe Brown, while the track team excelled at the Seacoast relay meet. Notably, the girls' lacrosse team celebrated a victory against Salem on senior night.
Robinson reported on student council activities, which included recent elections and a visit to the State House for a statewide conference. Additionally, the Big Buddy Little Buddy Day fostered connections between high school students and third graders through games and crafts.
At the middle school level, sixth-grade ELA students engaged in a research project with a unique twist, as Senora Hampi portrayed a Titanic survivor to enhance their learning experience. Seventh graders participated in a smoothie competition, with parents and teachers judging the creative recipes. The middle school also held its first spirit day, themed Hawaiian, and eighth graders showcased their talents in a spoken word poetry performance.
Elementary schools were not left out, with Pollard Elementary students enjoying a visit from Wildlife Encounters and fourth graders taking a field trip to Strawberry Bank. Danville Elementary celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week, thanks to the PTA's efforts, while students performed at an orchestra concert. Atkinson Academy's second graders explored local community sites, and author Rob Boulay engaged with fourth and fifth graders.
Sandown North's second graders visited the Town Hall and Historical Society, with the Lions Club providing vision screenings. The Southern Rockingham Coalition for Healthy Youth partnered with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to present mental health resources to younger students, featuring a therapy dog named Gizmo. The fifth-grade DARE program concluded with a session led by Sergeant Sable, culminating in a graduation ceremony scheduled for June 6.
The meeting concluded with a mention of the Girls on the Run program, which is organizing a community project to support a local animal shelter. Overall, the meeting underscored the district's commitment to student engagement, community involvement, and educational enrichment, with plans for continued updates on future accomplishments and events.