Superintendent Jake Langlais said seven juveniles, all related, were seen on video.
Schools and Education
News about schools and education from the Portland Press Herald.
More schools are adopting 4-day weeks. For parents, the challenge is day 5
While surveys show parents approve overall, support wanes among those with younger children.
UMaine wants to lure people back to school to finish college degrees
The University of Maine System is offering new financial incentives that it hopes will attract some of the more than 280,000 Maine residents with partially completed degrees.
This Cape Elizabeth senior started writing a musical in middle school. Now, it’s hitting the stage.
Hadley Johnson wrote the music, lyrics and book for ‘Afterthought.’ She’s also the director, choreographer and star.
Lewiston accident is latest crash involving Maine school bus
No one was injured and there was no significant damage when a car struck a school bus Friday morning in Lewiston, but accidents involving school buses are far too common, officials say.
Patrick Dempsey talks career, high school, bestows wisdom on Leavitt High students
Dempsey gave students a half hour to ask their questions, most of which pertained to his local upbringing and career.
Portland school district launches Wabanaki studies and Black history curriculums
The Wabanaki studies curriculums for kindergarten, first, third and seventh grades are complete and in use in Portland classrooms this school year.
UNE to offer new graduate degree in mental health
The University of New England will launch the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner program in fall 2025.
Report of student with weapon at Kents Hill School sends 4 campuses into lockdown
Police did not find weapons at the private college preparatory school in Readfield after searching the campus.
Casco Bay High School evacuated after police receive text about active shooter
The Portland school superintendent said police found no evidence of a threat, and students were allowed back in the building at about 11 a.m.