While he announced his resignation on Facebook on Tuesday, he has not notified Maine School Administrative District 11 officials that he intends to step down.
Schools and Education
Local, state and national schools and education news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Research on cellphone use in classes mirrors positive outcomes at Mt. Blue
A growing body of research shows that removing phones from classrooms improves student focus, behavior and academic performance.
Meet our 2025 Mainers To Be Thankful For
Every year, when we solicit nominations for Mainers To Be Thankful For, we try to emphasize that we’re looking for people who don’t just do good work in their communities but also exceed expectations. By focusing on school workers this year, that standard wasn’t so difficult to meet. Going above and beyond is practically part […]
Shelley Kane makes sure York County students’ basic needs are met first
The director of community outreach and development for Biddeford, Saco and Dayton schools connects struggling families with the help they need.
From behind the scenes, Jackie Roy-Lamiette has kept Auburn school running
The administrative assistant at Margaret Murphy Centers for Children, whose daughter attended the school for children with developmental disabilities and autism, connects with parents in a way that staff can’t.
Athens ed tech Caroline Viles is keeping kids fed
Inspired to create a food cupboard 13 years ago at the tiny Athens Community School, she’s been helping to feed families here ever since.
Skowhegan guidance counselor Dan Riley helps students ‘dream big’
His goal is to get all students thinking about life after graduation without restriction.
Tori Hildreth connects Old Town students with careers and clothes
The Jobs for Maine Graduates instructor runs a free thrift store at the high school and is working to make Wabanaki studies more accessible.
Portland teacher Amy Wu sees the magic in kindergarteners
In her 28th year teaching the youngest students, she finds joy in the transformation to literacy.
Through a love of French, Mary Lord ushers Brunswick students into a new world
Decades after falling for the language as a student at the same junior high school, she continues to inspire new generations.