Cape Elizabeth, Maine — The Cape Elizabeth School Board released the following statement of support of Superintendent Dr. Chris Record and the Cape Elizabeth School Department amid the recent ethics allegations related to public communications surrounding the 2024 school bond referendum.
"Dr. Record is an exceptional and principled leader," said Phil Saucier, Chair of the Cape Elizabeth School Board. "We are fortunate to work with a superintendent of his caliber — someone who approaches every decision with thoughtfulness, professionalism, and a deep commitment to the students, staff and families of Cape Elizabeth."
The School Board agrees that informing the public about the condition of school facilities and the rationale behind proposed improvements is a critical and appropriate responsibility of the department. Providing clear, factual and unbiased information is essential to ensuring that voters are fully informed when making decisions that will impact the future of education in Cape Elizabeth.
Under Dr. Record’s stewardship, the Cape Elizabeth School Department has made significant strides with instruction, curriculum, assessment, operational transparency, and long-term planning to meet the needs of aging infrastructure and an evolving student population. His leadership has guided the department through complex challenges with a steady hand, always placing the educational needs of Cape Elizabeth's students at the forefront.
The Board has full confidence in the School Department and Dr. Record’s commitment to transparency and legal compliance. The department is engaged in a respectful and thorough review of the allegations, and it remains steadfast in its mission to serve the community with integrity.
Cape Elizabeth voters will have another opportunity to weigh in on a new school construction bond proposal on June 10, 2025. The School Board unanimously approved this critically-needed bond proposal and remains committed to engaging the community in an open and fact-based dialogue as that date approaches.
"We stand firmly with Dr. Record and the entire school department team," said Saucier. "We are proud of their hard work, their ethical leadership, and their dedication to building a strong future for Cape Elizabeth’s students."
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