Laura Stevens traveled to Washington, D.C., late last week to receive the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.
Schools and Education
News about schools and education from the Portland Press Herald.
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Maine’s private colleges show increase in enrollment after expanding courses
For example, UNE’s enrollment soared from 4,000 to 12,000 in the last decade.
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Fewer students overall at UMaine System, but more from outside
Enrollment is down compared to last fall, but the university system is better off financially because of an increase in students from out of state.
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Unity College’s new leader sees a sustainable world without end
For Melik Peter Khoury, the mission is the merging of liberal arts with an environmental mindset.
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New generation of teens doesn’t remember 9/11
It’s a test for teachers: Getting young people who didn’t experience the event firsthand to understand how it changed everything.
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ITT Technical Institute closes 130 U.S. campuses
The chain was banned last month from enrolling any new students who used federal financial aid.
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Ex-teacher’s appeal goes before Maine’s high court Sept. 14
Andrew Maderios was found guilty last year on four of nine domestic violence charges, including two felony counts.
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Short of supplies, teachers relying on crowdfunding
Educational donations in 2016 are likely to top $140 million on GoFundMe and DonorsChoose.
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Later school start times yield teachable moments
Backed by science, a movement taking hold in Maine fosters a more alert student body – and makes ‘a huge difference.’
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Excess lead in Yarmouth schools’ water sparks call for testing at all schools
A health advocate notes that many Maine school districts are not required to monitor for lead, as Yarmouth officials address slightly elevated levels at two schools.