Portland school goes remote after COVID outbreak

East End school goes remote in response to COVID-19 cases

Five coronavirus cases have been detected at the school on Munjoy Hill in Portland, officials said Sunday.

School board agrees to offer hazard pay during pandemic

About 100 Portland Public Schools employees would see their pay rate bumped up to $18 per hour.

New stimulus package could save schools’ child care programs

The after-school and remote day programs will be in place through January while the Portland school district awaits word on its share of new federal funding.

Portland high and middle schools will go remote Monday and Tuesday

The decision follows a designation by the state indicating further community spread of the COVID-19 virus.

Pandemic impedes after-school meal program

Distribution logistics has led to a drastic drop in eligible students receiving the meals in Portland.

Three remaining school projects ready for bids

Construction could start as early as this spring with completion by fall 2023.

Portland superintendent presents school board with plan to end free childcare program

The proposal would draw on savings to continue funding employees added during the pandemic, but would end free childcare during hybrid learning after coronavirus relief funding ends this month.

Portland schools get money to diversify staff

The money will help Portland Public Schools recruit educators of color from other states and better support educators of color already employed in Portland schools.

Council, school board set to swear in six new members

With a combined 43 years of public service, Jill Duson, Justin Costa and Marnie Morrione will be replaced next week by three individuals making their first foray into local politics.