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Schools and Education

Published
November 7, 2014

For-profit colleges sue to halt new regulations

Programs that don't pass a new 'gainful employment' standard risk the loss of federal student aid.
Published
November 6, 2014

USM cuts threaten thousands in grants for four students

With their research labs closing by Dec. 31, it's unclear what will happen to their fellowships and who will take over as mentors.
Published
November 6, 2014

Regional School Unit 5 refocuses on superintendent search

Board members say they won't obsess over Freeport's nearly leaving the three-town school district.
Published
November 3, 2014

Military recruiting to get another look by Portland School Board

Proposed changes in Portland would clarify confusion over recruiters wearing uniforms and opt-out options for parents.
Published
October 29, 2014

Students and faculty protest cuts at USM as teachers get layoff notices

Several dozen gather on the Portland campus to speak out against the elimination of 50 faculty positions because of a budget crisis.

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Published
October 28, 2014

USM begins laying off faculty members

Some are upset to get the news by voicemail, while the Muskie school is targeted for deep cuts.
Published
October 27, 2014

For-profit company’s role scaled back in plan for Maine second virtual charter school

The head of Maine Virtual Academy's board says officials would hire teachers and run the school independently despite the affiliation with Virginia-based K12 Inc.
Published
October 27, 2014

Language arts dying out at USM

The decision to cut French and three faculty jobs means Spanish and the Classics programs are set to end too. Part-timers will teach some courses.
Published
October 26, 2014

Panel offers findings on making college affordable

A special state commission calls for more funding through the needs-based Maine State Grant program.
Published
October 24, 2014

UMaine System trustees cut two more academic programs at USM

The master's program in applied medical sciences and the undergraduate French program are eliminated on a 9-2 vote after dozens speak against the cuts.