The schools in Cape Elizabeth, Bangor and Yarmouth are being recognized for academic performance or closing achievement gaps among student subgroups.
Rachel Ohm
Staff Writer
Rachel covers state government and politics for the Portland Press Herald. It’s her third beat at the paper after stints covering City Hall and education. Prior to her arrival at the Press Herald in the summer of 2019, Rachel worked at the Morning Sentinel in Waterville, covering Franklin and Somerset counties, and the Knoxville News Sentinel in Knoxville, Tennessee, covering higher education. She has a master’s degree in journalism from New York University and when she’s not writing and reporting enjoys running, cooking and traveling to new places.
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Interim superintendent hired in flawed process resigns from job in Kennebunk
Maryann Perry, who joined Regional School Unit 21 this month, will be paid $8,878 for time worked and provided severance of $13,000.
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Virtual school’s teachers balk at hiring of principal accused of bullying
Teachers at Maine Connections Academy are concerned about the hiring of Walter Wallace, who resigned as principal of Brunswick Junior High amid allegations he bullied and harassed female employees at the school.
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Kennebunk district’s school board chair resigns over mishandled hiring of superintendent
MaryBeth Luce steps down after admitting the board did not follow best practices when it hired Maryann Perry as interim superintendent.
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Kennebunkport doctor’s license placed on probation
Dr. Calvin Fuhrmann is accused of overprescribing drugs to a man struggling with addiction.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Kennebunk-area school board mishandled superintendent’s hiring, chairwoman says
Mary Beth Luce says confusion about internet searches led the board to overlook information it should have discussed with Maryann Perry before hiring her as interim superintendent.
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Reorganization aims to boost UMaine law school’s enrollment and finances
The University of Maine System trustees approve the reorganization, and initial steps toward a name change for the University of Southern Maine.
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Welcome to the dog days of Portland’s mayoral race
As the contest begins to heat up, 3 of the 4 candidates resort to posting pictures of adorable dogs out on the campaign trail.
Posted inNews, Schools and Education
Kennebunk-area school district defends hiring of interim superintendent
The school district acknowledges concerns have been raised about the appointment of Maryann Perry, but says the hiring process was thorough.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
UMF student accused of sexual misconduct sues UMaine System, claims gender bias
He says he was denied due process when he was suspended without a hearing.