In court documents, Gregg Palmer outlines his reasons for denying eligibility to sophomore Princehoward Yee.
Schools and Education
News about schools and education from the Portland Press Herald.
Oklahoma’s teachers keep strike going for fourth day
Republican Gov. Mary Fallin has faced the brunt of criticism from the teachers.
Legislative committee rejects plan to shift pre-schoolers’ special education services to districts
Citing the complexity of the proposal, the panel instead votes to set up a task force to study the issue and make a recommendation by December.
Former forestry professor to lead UMaine Machias
Andrew Egan had taught forestry at UMaine Orono and has been an administrator.
Small crowd expresses support for Portland school budget
The Board of Education holds its first public hearing on the $112 million spending plan recommended by its finance committee.
Author Stephen King’s foundation awards $50,000 to Portland elementary schools
The grant from the Stephen & Tabitha King Foundation will be used to support the schools’ Books and Literacy Resources program.
For Unity College, historic hunting lodge is perfect fit with mission
Sky Lodge and its natural setting amid lakes, rivers and forests near the Canadian border offer a new world of educational possibilities.
Brunswick approves 2nd phase of Bowdoin renovation project
Plans call for renovations of the college’s Whittier Field and a new 9,000-square-foot athletic center.
Cumberland, North Yarmouth face tax increase for schools
The proposed School Administrative District 51 budget includes a 9 percent hike in insurance costs.
In Oklahoma, struggling teachers revolt, plan to strike
Inspired by the success of a West Virginia strike, they could walk out Monday if demands aren’t met.