Schools and Education
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PublishedNovember 18, 2019
UMaine enrollment holds steady despite drop in out-of-state students
A competitive response to Maine's 'flagship match' program and a housing crunch at the University of Southern Maine have contributed to fewer out-of-state enrollees, officials said.
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PublishedNovember 18, 2019
UMaine System trustees approve new name for University of Southern Maine
The proposal to rename the campus the University of Maine at Portland now advances to the Legislature for final approval.
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PublishedNovember 14, 2019
Is college worth it? A study says Maine Maritime is near the top.
'Return on investment is huge,' said the president of Maine Maritime Academy which outscored Harvard.
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PublishedNovember 13, 2019
Portland police will honor school board’s request to put body camera use on hold
The decision comes a day after the board voted to ask that camera use by school resource officers be delayed until rules are finalized.
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PublishedNovember 12, 2019
Portland police chief walks out of meeting as school board asks for more time on body camera issue
Board members voted unanimously to ask the police department to put a hold on having school resource officers use body cameras.
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PublishedNovember 12, 2019
Student expelled for bringing stolen gun to Bangor High School
The student is charged with theft of a firearm, burglary and possession of a firearm on school property.
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PublishedNovember 12, 2019
Maine online charter school gets 5-year renewal, with conditions
The Maine Charter School Commission votes 6-1 Tuesday to renew the charter for Maine Virtual Academy, despite performance concerns raised in a report in January.
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PublishedNovember 11, 2019
USM receives $500,000 to establish endowed scholarship for veterans
The gift from Joe and Sheri Boulos of Falmouth will provide financial and academic resources for veterans in coordination with the USM Office of Veterans Services.
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PublishedNovember 11, 2019
Maine’s universities to waive tuition for students called up to military
The new policy covers academic accommodations, tuition and housing rebates, and re-admission for students who are called up to active duty.
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PublishedNovember 10, 2019
Lessons to learn from a school resource officer
Law enforcement plays a growing role in Maine schools, prompting questions of accountability and the impact on kids.
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