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?’
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Without naming her, parents and colleagues call on school board to reinstate Portland teacher
Lyman Moore social studies teacher Josephine Tibbetts believes she was discriminated against when the district declined to renew her contract. The community turned up at a board meeting Tuesday to advocate for her return.
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Cumberland, North Yarmouth send $56.7 million school budget to June ballot
The budget is slightly reduced from the one introduced this spring, but still would be 5.46% higher than this year’s budget.
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Bountiful kelp harvest gives UNE students a taste of the blue economy
By managing every step from the ocean to the consumer, a student-run business seeks to turn seaweed into a sustainable campus staple.
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University of Maine at Augusta celebrates class of 2026 at commencement
Friends, family and faculty members filled the Augusta Civic Center on Saturday morning to honor UMA’s newest graduates. Staff photographer Russ Dillingham captured the moments of joy.
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Canvas system used by thousands of schools is back online after a cyberattack
The platform used by Bowdoin College and others for managing grades and assignments went down Thursday while many students were studying for finals.
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Attorney in Hyde School lawsuit sanctioned for AI misuse, but case will continue
A lawyer for a former student suing the Bath boarding school for abuse and neglect apologized for erroneous citations in a court filing, which she said resulted from the use of an AI chatbot.
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Lake Region school district budget to increase by 3.6%
The general fund budget for MSAD 61, which includes Bridgton, Casco and Naples, will be $40 million and include funds for backup generators.