Maine Virtual Academy has a model that works for its students, and other public schools now utilizing remote learning can find answers in that model.
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Thomas College welcomes freshmen with test, mask and socially distanced activities
The college welcomed about 200 students to the campus Saturday.
As central Maine schools reopen, kinks and lessons but no major reopening obstacles
Students are adapting to new health and safety rules as in-person instruction resumes amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Maine education department’s MOOSE platform aims to make remote learning more accessible
The state Department of Education has created learning modules for use by Maine educators navigating the challenges of educating their students when they’re not in the classroom.
Central Maine colleges continue COVID-19 testing as students return to campus
Colby College, Thomas College and the University of Maine at Farmington have reported low numbers of positive COVID-19 cases during the first few weeks of welcoming students back to campus.
Hallowell-area school principal says preparing to reopen has ‘been a test’
Regional School Unit 2’s school board heard updates on how the district is meeting safety requirements to help prevent the spread of coronavirus as in-person learning is set to resume Tuesday.
Skowhegan-area schools see success in soft start, administrators say
Maine School Administrative District 54 Board of Directors convened Thursday to discuss the first week of classes and provide updates on how well schools are navigating through the pandemic.
Oakland-based RSU 18 addresses concerns with cleaning product
Vital Oxide, used in RSU 18 to clean surfaces, can fade clothing under certain circumstances, but the manufacturer says it is not toxic.
Augusta delays start of school year for elementary students
The Augusta school board voted Wednesday night to bump the start date by two days, to Sept. 10, for its youngest students.