State statute says those votes must be rejected, but municipalities may interpret that requirement differently.
Schools and Education
News about schools and education from the Portland Press Herald.
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Region 10 Technical High School recognizes standout grads
Region 10’s 2026 student of the year and outstanding senior are well prepared to step into successful careers.
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Mt. Ararat grad embraces civil discourse
Nick Doughty is one of many valedictorians this year, the captain of the football team and a leader in an initiative to build understanding among peers.
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Forum about future of Topsham-area schools draws little interest
Only two community members spoke during public comment at the Harpswell Community School on May 13. Forums in Bowdoin and Topsham are planned for next week.
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Portland council moves $179M school budget forward
The spending plan, which requires a 5.68% increase in the school portion of the property tax rate, will go to voters on June 9.
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Maine’s public universities on verge of closing $1.39M deal for first systemwide AI tool
A 2-year contract to use the OpenAI artificial intelligence platform ChatGPT Edu is likely to start July 1.
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8 former Long Creek detainees allege ‘unimaginable abuse’
A 234-page lawsuit, filed Friday, recounts the experiences of former residents who were held at the youth detention center in the 1990s and allege they were physically and sexually abused by staff.
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Maine will hold its first-ever citizens’ assembly on education next month. What is it?
University of Southern Maine researcher Jennifer Chace says the initiative will bring together delegates from across the state to define forward-looking priorities for pre K-12 education in Maine.
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Mount Desert Island student sues principal, accusing him of failing to stop assault
The student, who is now an adult, allegedly suffered a concussion and bite marks during an altercation with a classmate.
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Bath valedictorian wins national VFW scholarship
Olivia Drewniak received a $35,000 college scholarship for her essay addressing the question: ‘How are you showing patriotism and support for our country?’