Schools and Education - Portland Press Herald

In spite of resistance in some communities, voters approve school budgets

Even Scarborough backs its spending plan – barely – and officials in some towns are already thinking about how to head off discontent next year.

The unanimous vote leaves Skowhegan as the only high school in Maine to retain a Native American nickname or imagery.

Bill Webster suspends water activities and launches a review of the district’s policies a day after Rayan Issa, 13, died on a field trip.

Teachers have negotiated for more than a year and recently put public pressure on the district to reach a settlement.

by LAURAN NEERGAARD Associated Press June 12, 2018June 12, 2018

The hierarchical nature of the field can make it difficult to report and root out such behavior.

A boat-building project melded with math, science and other lessons inspires Old Orchard Beach students who struggle in typical classes.

by Associated Press June 11, 2018June 11, 2018

She says her parents contacted the school about it, but the bullying continues.

Valedictorian Carey B. Lee imparts seven pieces of advice to her fellow graduates.

Just like the prologue in a book, high school is only the beginning, the class valedictorian says.

Leah Stinson’s cap reflects her personality: ‘Scatter sunshine all along your way!’