Banning all non-medical exemptions to vaccinations for measles, pertussis and other infectious diseases would improve protection for Mainers – especially those with compromised immune systems.
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Lewiston student seeking asylum in Maine wins Poetry Out Loud competition
Joao Victor, a senior at Lewiston High School, won the State of Maine 2019 Poetry Out Loud Finals, held Monday at the Waterville Opera House.
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Skowhegan ‘Indians’ fans rally to overturn vote
Supporters of keeping the nickname for school sports teams launch a petition drive.
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Old Scarborough schoolhouse targeted for restoration, renewed community importance
Built before 1854, the Beech Ridge School once was a neighborhood center for families who lived in the more rural, western section of Scarborough.
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Schools expecting more state money, but property taxpayers won’t see much relief
For years, districts pointed to the impact on property taxes; now they say other priorities will absorb higher subsidies.
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Skowhegan’s decision to retire ‘Indians’ nickname faces hurdles
Some in the community say they will fight the change, while others are grappling with how and when to make it.
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Court rules Education Secretary can’t delay Obama-era special education rules
The rules, which were supposed to have taken effect in 2018, were designed to ensure children of color are not disproportionately punished or sent to special-education classrooms.
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Biddeford School Committee member pleads guilty to misdemeanor assault
Three other charges, including two felonies, against Dennis Anglea are dismissed, and he plans to rejoin the board after taking a leave of absence.
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Skowhegan schools become last in Maine to retire ‘Indians’ nickname
The 14-9 vote by the SAD 54 board concludes a years-long debate that divided residents over whether its sports teams’ name was offensive to Native Americans.
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Portland school board votes to double pre-kindergarten program over 5 years
The expanded program is expected to cost $3 million and offer full-day classes to about 260 children, which is about half of the 4-year-olds in the city.