Dmitry Bam will assume the position when Dean Danielle Conway leaves for a new position at Penn State.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Student loan servicers, regulator failed to do their jobs for years, report finds
The report by the Department of Education’s independent inspector general’s office shows some borrowers weren’t getting guidance and protection as they sought the best plan for paying off their student loans.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Mills budget lays out vision for moving Maine forward
The new governor makes a strong case for meeting the challenges facing the state.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News, Schools and Education
Law enforcement officers teach class to gain perspective, build trust with youth
The program is part of a statewide initiative launched by U.S. Attorney Halsey B. Frank.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Four groups intend to apply for last charter school slot in Maine
Proposals range from a preschool program in public schools to a 700-student middle and high school in Topsham.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Jerome Powell: U.S. economy remains solid, but rural towns aren’t feeling the effects
The Fed chairman stresses that poorer communities need extra tools to bolster businesses and talent.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Truancy law may soon cover Maine’s youngest students
After falling short after vetoes by Gov. Paul LePage the last 2 sessions, legislators this year are likely to push through a measure to extend truancy laws to 5- and 6-year-olds enrolled in school.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, Schools and Education
Committee rejects Maine bill requiring parental notification of ‘obscene material’ in classrooms
Lawmakers were uncomfortable with the prospect of teachers facing criminal charges for failing to notify parents when using books that have literary value but contain descriptions of sexual situations.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Orono-based tech startup CourseStorm receives $1.2 million investment
The fast-growing company produces class registration software for learning institutions, community programs and other organizations.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Committee backs hybrid plan to expand pre-K in Portland schools
The school board’s curriculum committee recommends ‘Pathway 2,” which would add five pre-K classrooms in district buildings and four more at community partner sites.