The Scarborough school board rejects David Creech’s attempt to rescind his resignation, submitted Feb. 16 ‘under duress.’
Schools and Education
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Maine superintendent warns students, staff not to participate in national gun protest
Virginia Rebar says anyone in School Administrative District 13 who walks out to take part in the national gun violence protest on March 14 will be subject to disciplinary action.
Gardiner elementary school PTA treasurer stole $6,000, police say
Cassie Marrow, 34, of Gardiner, has been summoned on a felony theft charge in connection with the alleged embezzlement, police said Thursday.
Police charge 2 boys after second threat against Skowhegan high school
Skowhegan area schools were on ‘lockout’ Thursday as police detained the boys during the investigation into a second message from ‘Ray Dar’ threatening violence.
Scarborough school board again denies principal’s request to meet over resignation
Scarborough High Principal David Creech is disappointed that the superintendent won’t agree to rescind his resignation, Creech’s lawyer says.
Mount View schools evacuated after student releases pepper spray
About 750 students, along with staff members, were evacuated from the complex as firefighters, state police, sheriff’s deputies and ambulance crews responded.
Skowhegan-area schools cancel classes after getting online threat that showed an AR-15
A social media post on Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat showed an image of an AR-15 rifle and expressed a dislike of the town of Skowhegan.
Striking teachers appeal to West Virginia lawmakers
They say the walkout will continue unless their complaints are heard.
Sportsman’s Alliance of Maine helped develop lawmaker’s school safety bill
The group, which fiercely opposes expanded gun controls, says the proposed $20 million bond would fund practical policies and safeguards.
Scarborough principal wants to stay but district may not let him
David Creech rescinds his resignation after an outpouring of support from students and parents, but he’s been told the district won’t renew his contract after this school year.