High School Band Director Andrew Chipman was hired this year after the passing of his predecessor, Anthony Marro.
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Maine Gardener: A new program will train students, and others, to work in horticulture
The industry needs more skilled workers. Creators of the Horticulture Apprentice Training Program hope to help fill the gap.
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Region 10 Tech instructor named Career and Technical Education’s Teacher of the Year
Jean Palmer, Region 10 Technical High School’s creative digital media instructor, was recognized at the CTE Conference in Lewiston Oct. 7.
Posted inTimes Record
Harpswell charter school set to close after commissioners shoot down renewal bid
The Maine Charter School Commission narrowly rejected Harpswell Coastal Academy’s charter renewal application Tuesday afternoon, ending the school’s months-long fight for survival.
Posted inMaine, Religion and Values, Schools and Education
Supreme Court ruling on religious schools has broader impact in Maine
A special exception in state law already allows the use of taxpayer funds to send students to private schools, extending the reach of the Supreme Court’s decision.
Posted inMaine, Schools and Education
Board of Buxton school district votes against removing book from library
Parents who mounted a challenge to keeping the book, “Gender Queer: A Memoir,” on the shelves of the Bonny Eagle High School library failed to convince the board to remove the book on gender and sexuality
Posted inTimes Record
Dozens turn out to support Harpswell charter school as commission weighs future
More than 30 students, parents and community members spoke in support of Harpswell Coastal Academy at a public hearing Thursday evening, less than two weeks before the Maine Charter School Commission will vote on the school’s future.
Posted inMaine, Schools and Education
As strain on public school educators continues, Thomas College looks to provide a fix
The college has altered requirements that will allow students pursuing an education degree to work as substitute teachers and ed techs in public schools struggling to fill those positions.
Posted inMaine, Schools and Education
Audit flags issues with Portland school department finances
Superintendent Xavier Botana told a City Council committee Thursday that the district has since added staff and restructured the finance department.
Posted inTimes Record
Construction delay cramps Harpswell charter school ahead of renewal vote
The Maine Charter School Commission will hold a public hearing at Harpswell Coastal Academy at 4:30 on September 29 as it considers the school’s charter renewal application.