Nationwide, students have been absent at record rates since schools reopened after COVID-forced closures.
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Labor center launches with goal of teaching, protecting workers’ rights
The Charles Scontras Center for Labor and Community Education, set to open at USM this fall, will offer free classes and workshops for community members who want to learn about labor history and how to organize and lead a union.
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Campus of former Unity College going up for sale
It follows sweeping changes for Unity Environmental University and the future use of its campus.
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USM finishes $124 million project with opening of first Portland dormitories
The new residential hall, grassy quad and student center are intended to make life at the University of Southern Maine more convenient and vibrant.
Posted inNation & World, Schools and Education
Paper exams, chatbot bans: Colleges seek to ‘ChatGPT-proof’ assignments
ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence chatbots have become the go-to source for cheating in college.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Gorham Town Council approves $49.9 million education budget
The school district’s latest spending plan is headed to voters for a third validation vote next Tuesday.
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Augusta elementary school ups security after people found living on school grounds
Two people were issued trespassing notices recently after police found them living at the Lillian P. Hussey School.
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Twelve Maine districts to get federal funds to make school meals better
They are among 264 rural or small districts nationwide to be awarded a total of $30 million by the national nonprofit Action for Healthy Kids.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics, Schools and Education
School board member’s resignation adds to tumult for York County school district
Jameson Davis, who ran unopposed last year for the RSU 21 seat, announced she was stepping down in a full-page ad in her local paper, saying the board is too focused on diversity, equity and inclusion.
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Following clash over flags, Gardiner high schoolers must receive approval before displaying them
Officials decided not to extend a temporary rule imposed in June only allowing the display of the American flag.