The state Department of Education and Maine educators are here to help parents and families during this unprecedented experience.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Congress enters the fight on COVID-19
But the largest aid package in history will probably not be enough to offset the economic damage caused by the novel coronavirus outbreak.
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Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Families getting a crash course in distance learning
With brick and mortar schools closed because of the coronavirus, our kids need boundaries, routine and the right space in order to study online.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine parents, teachers prepare for first-ever shift to virtual classrooms
Many K-12 schools will delve into uncharted territory as they switch temporarily to remote learning to slow the spread of coronavirus.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Career and technical education is an investment with cascading benefits for Maine
Three bills would invest in programs across the state that train carpenters, welders, electricians, builders and other essential workers.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Expanding early learning, computer science can boost institute’s reach
Efforts that strengthen Maine’s ability to compete and succeed in the modern innovation economy deserve increased support.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Maine Legislature must fund critical investment in housing
L.D. 1645, a proposed tax incentive, would benefit low-income families and seniors around the state.
Posted inThe Forecaster
School Notebook: Jan. 6
USM announces recipients of Essential Workers Scholarship The University of Southern Maine has recognized 50 outstanding students who are learning while working on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic in a range of essential capacities. Included are health care professionals, firefighters, police officers, paramedics, retail and grocery employees, child care providers, delivery services workers and […]
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Our View: Maine communities confront difficult questions surrounding old schools
The state has a $500 million backlog for construction and major renovations, raising difficult questions for communities around the state.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Social media opens door to my world
As a half-Japanese teen in a mostly white state, I’m glad that young people and their parents have this platform to learn about diversity and racism.