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High schoolers to compete on locally produced TV quiz show

by Staff report April 26, 2017April 26, 2017

‘High School Quiz Show,’ produced by Maine Public, begins airing on Thursday night.

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District issues ‘do not drink water’ order at West Gardiner school

by Jessica Lowell April 26, 2017January 29, 2018

High arsenic levels prompted SAD 11 to provide water for drinking and cooking until the problem is solved.

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Bill to allow more than 10 charter schools in Maine falls short in committee

by Noel K. Gallagher April 25, 2017June 20, 2017

But lawmakers on the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee offer a compromise that could be considered in the House or Senate.

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Final Colby Symphony Orchestra season concert dedicated to late Waterville conductor, composer

by Amy Calder April 25, 2017April 25, 2017

Peter Ré’s ‘Celebratory Overture’ and Mozart’s ‘Requiem’ to be featured in these weekend concerts.

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Maine School of Science and Mathematics ranked nation’s 19th-best high school

by Staff report April 25, 2017April 24, 2017

U.S. News & World Report also ranks the Limestone school 10th-best for STEM education.

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Portland prepares for proficiency-based graduation requirements

by Noel K. Gallagher April 24, 2017April 24, 2017

Beginning next year, high school freshman will be required to demonstrate in-depth understanding in English, math, science and technology, and social studies.

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Portland council gives voters choice of school renovation plans

by Randy Billings April 24, 2017April 25, 2017

The ballot in November will include a $64 million proposal to make improvements at four elementary schools and a $32 million plan to renovate two schools and seek state funding for the others.