In an email exchange with Mayor Kate Snyder in October, former school board Chair Emily Figdor accused city officials of trying to exploit the problems for political purposes.
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UMA faculty asks for ‘advocate’ in their new president as system commits nearly $70,000 to search
Faculty at the University of Maine at Augusta told the search committee Tuesday they want a leader who can inspire and motivate the community.
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Former RSU 21 employee files civil suit claiming sex harassment
Andrea Lauletta, a former custodial employee, alleges the district did not take steps to make her feel safe in the workplace.
Posted inNew England, Schools and Education
Former Harvard coach, dad face jurors in admissions bribery case
The case comes on the heels of the sprawling college admissions bribery scandal that resulted in the convictions of dozens of wealthy parents and athletic coaches in a scheme to get children admitted into top schools across the country.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools and Education
‘Standout’ Lewiston graduate dies from severe allergic reaction
Omar Osman, a graduate of Lewiston High School and a first-year student at Bowdoin College, died unexpectedly from a severe allergic reaction Saturday night.
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Sarah Lentz will replace Emily Figdor to chair Portland school board
Emily Figdor has served as chair for the past 2 years, but says the role is too demanding to sustain for a 3rd year.
Posted inNation & World, News, Religion and Values, Schools and Education
LGBTQ students wrestle with tensions at Christian colleges
At some conservative schools, some students and faculty have filed discrimination complaints, while at more affirming institutions, some parents and clergy argue that approach doesn’t align with their mission.
Posted inMaine, Nation & World, Schools and Education
Child-care funding cliff nears, putting Maine families and facilities at risk
As pandemic relief dwindles, ‘the workforce behind the workforce’ worries about its ability to keep providing high-demand services without significant and sustained support.
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Portland school district says ed techs have been paid correctly, with back pay
School board Chair Emily Figdor said ed techs received their raises and retroactive pay on Friday.
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Portland school district quiet as payroll problems persist
Two days after Superintendent Xavier Botana said the issues would be corrected, some ed techs said they once again didn’t receive their correct pay.