Harpswell Coastal Academy

Published
October 23, 2022

Harpswell charter school hunts for ways to reopen even as it plans its closure

Two weeks after the Maine Charter School Commission decided not to renew Harpswell Coastal Academy's charter, school leadership is beginning the complicated and untested closure process, even as it searches for routes to reopen.
Published
October 11, 2022

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.
Published
October 2, 2022

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.
Published
September 22, 2022

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.
Published
August 8, 2022

New principal aims to bring stability in wake of Harpswell Coastal Academy’s hectic year

With 25 years of experience leading schools, new Harpswell Coastal Academy Principal Amy Marx hopes to bring even more project-based learning to the newly consolidated charter school.
Published
July 5, 2022

Former science teacher to steer Harpswell charter school through tumultuous year

After seven years in the classroom, Mel Christensen Fletcher will serve as the interim head of school of Harpswell Coastal Academy, which hopes to follow up its consolidation process with a charter renewal.
Published
June 1, 2022

Student filmmaker represents Harpswell Coastal Academy ethos

Thomas Crimmins' journey from struggling fifth grader to leader among Harpswell Coastal Academy's graduating class demonstrates the school's ability to reach certain types of kids, teachers say.
Published
May 12, 2022

Harpswell school survives after commission OKs plan to consolidate

The Maine Charter School Commission on Tuesday approved Harpswell Coastal Academy’s plan to consolidate its two campuses, which school officials say is necessary for the institution's survival.
Published
May 8, 2022

Future uncertain for students of struggling Harpswell charter school

Some students at Harpswell Coastal Academy, which may be forced to shutter at the end of the year, say they would rather drop out than return to the traditional public school system.
Published
April 28, 2022

Fierce fundraising may buy more time for Harpswell charter school

Harpswell Coastal Academy has raised nearly $160,000 toward consolidating its 2 campuses, a step school officials say is necessary for the survival of the institution.