About three-quarters of Maine’s districts now offer pre-K, and the state is considering how best to grow early-learning opportunities.
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Massachusetts bill would ensure recess for kids
The measure also would prohibit the state from increasing total elementary school time to provide for required recess periods.
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Gov. Janet Mills at UMF Orientation Day: Educators are important
Gov. Janet Mills and Education Commissioner Pender Makin joined University of Maine at Farmington’s new president, Edward Serna, in welcoming freshmen during Orientation Day.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News, Schools and Education
Central Maine school districts cash in on regional service center
Oakland-based RSU 18, Skowhegan-based SAD 54, Waterville, Winslow and Vassalboro school districts will continue the collaboration that has benefited them for years, maintain funding to oversee their districts.
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New students move in at USM dorms in Gorham
They come from across Maine and 28 other states.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News, Schools and Education
Residents of Fairfield area school district approve revised budget
If the newest $27.12 million budget isn’t passed by voters on Sept. 12, it will be the third failed budget in a matter of months.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Students move into University of Maine Augusta’s first dormitory
Hallowell’s Stevens Hall will house 36 students, with a second dormitory planned for the 2020-2021 school year.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
USM announces $1 million gift to fund need-based scholarships
The donation from The Lunder Foundation will support an endowed scholarship program aimed at helping Maine residents with demonstrated financial need.
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Finalists named for Maine Teacher of the Year
A winner will be announced in October from among 3 finalists, one each from Cumberland, Franklin and Knox counties.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, Schools and Education
Three new members of Fairfield area school board appointed at council meeting
Beth Lambert, Judy Reeves and Rae Davis-Folsom are the newest members of SAD 49’s School Board, filling the positions which were left vacant after a trio of resignations on July 10.