Why Engagement Starts with Breakfast—and Belief
Brighter Together
In this episode of Brighter Together, Matthew Gilbert, Assistant Superintendent of RSU 10 in western Maine, shares how his district is rebuilding engagement—starting with something as simple as a free breakfast and a smile.
Matthew discusses how chronic absenteeism and the erosion of classroom routines post-COVID have required not just programs, but belief. His team focuses on building student confidence through high fives, teacher support, and visible trust-building—all while managing special education reform and increased staff needs.
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