Temperatures are expected to climb into the low 90s Monday and Tuesday in the waning days of school for some local districts.
Schools and Education
Local, state and national schools and education news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Central Maine honors class of 2021 high school graduates
The class of 2021 has a lot to be proud of after a school year unlike any other in recent history.
Retiring music educators leave lasting legacy after 40 years leading Oakland-based school district’s department
‘Whether you had a good day in school or a bad day in school, either Mr. or Mrs. Rhein was there for you,’ said Patrick Ferriter, a 2004 Messalonskee graduate.
Winthrop High School ceremony celebrates graduating seniors
Senior class of 53 gathers Sunday for commencement at newly named David J. Poulin Gymnasium, making memories that will launch the next phases of their lives.
Hall-Dale High School graduates asked to challenge themselves, cherish time
Sunday’s graduation ceremony brought the class of 2021 to the Simmons Complex with friends and family cheering them on as they made the transition from student to graduate.
Skowhegan Area High School holds outdoor graduation ceremony
About 160 students receive diplomas Sunday from Skowhegan Area High School and Bloomfield Academy.
Lawrence High School educator named Somerset County Teacher of the Year
Kevin Malady, who has taught science at Lawrence in Fairfield for more than 40 years, is credited for his dedication, creativity and innovation. Students and colleagues say the award is long overdue.
Maine schools plan for five days per week of in-person learning this fall
Districts are weighing whether to participate in the state’s pooled testing program for COVID-19, which allows for the easing of physical distancing, and some are scaling back or eliminating remote options.
Dress code change has roots in Bates College mentoring program
Lewiston Middle School students were working with Bates College student mentors on racial equity issues.
Talent of Maine Arts Academy students shines through during graduation
The school graduated 65 students at Snow Pond Center for the Arts on Friday.