""During a Board meeting prior to the December break, there was a discussion regarding Policy AC (Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action)," Superintendent Audra Beauvais said in a statement."
""Recently, the district became aware of social media posts and comments on local town/community pages, as well as broader social media platforms, that some have found unsettling and concerning. For this reason, we want to notify parents, teachers, and staff that on Monday, January 5, 2026, there will be an increased police presence in and around district schools.""
""I had received a message stating that somebody wanted to throw my children into a bathroom that they don't identify with and, quote, 'see what would happen,'" Herlihy said."
Maine School Administrative District 60 approved policies allowing transgender students to use bathrooms matching their gender identities and treating intentional misgendering as bullying. Following the December vote, students observed an increased police presence when returning from winter break; district officials attributed the presence to threatening messages and unsettling social media comments. Superintendent Audra Beauvais announced increased security for January 5, 2026, and emphasized commitment to a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment. Board member Alison Herlihy reported receiving a threat directed at her children after defending the policies. Officials did not provide further details about the comments.
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