“While Mr. Dokukin was seconds over his time limit, he was not disorderly,” the Kennebec County district attorney said Thursday.
Schools and Education
Local, state and national schools and education news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Retiring Oakland-area school superintendent rehired at $75,000 salary
Regional School Unit 18 Superintendent Carl Gartley has announced he will retire at the current school year, but some educators are raising concerns over his return as a temporary interim assistant superintendent.
Maine’s Lion Electric school buses have been a disaster. What’s next?
As the company experiences financial troubles, the Maine Department of Education hopes to get relief for school districts.
Why officials say electric school buses are the future
Experts say the vehicles are easier to maintain, and better for the environment and student health, officials say.
Wilton schools’ principal explains challenges facing education today
RSU 9 board of directors told of progress in reducing absenteeism.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day events set for Monday in Waterville
Colby College plans a community breakfast and day of service, while resident Elizabeth Leonard is set to lead an event scheduled to start at Veterans Memorial Park.
Fayette board reviews infrastructure, internet pricing, website updates
The Fayette Select Board reviewed infrastructure projects funded by a $3.1 million surplus, discussed Fidium internet pricing inequities, and unveiled updates to the town’s website at their Jan. 7 meeting.
Waterville school board elects Erin McDermott as chair
McDermott, 49, who lives in Ward 3, has served on the Board of Education for two years.
Maine higher education leaders praise governor’s proposed budget
Gov. Janet Mills’ $11.6 billion spending plan includes a 4% increase for higher education, an extension of the free community college program, and state contributions for the new Paid Family Medical Leave program.
Oakland-area wrestling coach fired after allegedly assaulting student
The student’s family has sought a temporary protection from harassment order against Patrick Engleright following the alleged incident at practice Dec. 19 at Messalonskee High School.