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BRIDGTON ALUMNI SHARE POWERFUL DIALOGUE FOR DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY On Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Academy was proud to host a panel of Bridgton alumni, with each guest sharing his thoughts and perspectives on pressing societal issues. Bridgton Academy Hall of Fame members Benjamin Davis ’63 and Carlos Canino ’84, as well as alumnus Jadyn Coutte ’18 joined us for a dynamic evening session facilitated by Mr. Travis Dube, Dean of Studies. After sharing their own Bridgton stories, the three alumni engaged in thought-provoking questions posed by Mr. Dube and the larger Bridgton community. Issues of race, equality, and social justice were the focus of much of the conversation. Additional discussion focused on law enforcement and its relationship to social justice. We are grateful to our distinguished guests for their perspective, candor, and thoughtful commentary, which continue to resonate with our students and campus community.
TASTE OF THE LAKES REGION EVENT ADDS WINTER FUN February. Although it’s the shortest month on the calendar, for many in New England, it’s that time of year when winter begins to feel old. The sky is grey, the snow is grey, and while the days are getting longer, it’s easy to miss warmer temperatures and greenery. For those reasons and more, the Academy was happy to infuse some festivity into the February doldrums in thanks to the generous support of the Hancock Charitable Trust and other donors. Bridgton Academy was excited to be the recipient of a Hancock Charitable Trust grant, specifically given to provide a special themed event for our students during a pandemic year, while also supporting local area businesses. The Taste of the Lakes Region event on campus was soon underway, featuring delicious fare from several area restaurants and allowing the Academy the opportunity to bring local offerings right here to campus. The Taste of the Lakes Region dinner was held in the Academy’s Wolverine Den by team cohort. Prior to their dinner, each student was given a menu of local restaurant entrees to choose from. Appetizers, salads, drinks, and desserts were also provided. With door prizes and lots of laughs, it was a fun ‘outing’ on campus that our whole community enjoyed.
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