The withdrawal committee is still working toward a June 30 deadline for a proposed budget for the first year of a standalone Richmond school district, as well as a negotiated withdrawal agreement.
Schools and Education
Local, state and national schools and education news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Bates College vows to intensify its anti-racism efforts
College President Clayton Spencer responded this week to critics who complained of structural racism with a plan to combat the problem.
New graduate school and research center finds home on Portland’s waterfront
The Roux Institute at Northeastern University plans to open this fall in space that it will sublease from Wex.
Cape Elizabeth music teacher resigns amid allegation of sexually abusing former student
The former Brunswick High School student contacted Cape school officials, where the teacher worked last school year, in May and shared the allegations on social media this week.
Maine private colleges start to release details for return to campus
The plans include schedule changes, masking requirements, and an end to self-serve dining options.
Bates College plans to reopen for fall semester
President Clayton Spencer outlined many changes to the Lewiston campus during a weekend talk to alumni.
Mt. Blue graduates hailed for their resilience
Many graduates referred to themselves as the “Class of Corona,” instead of the Class of 2020.
Cony High School’s 3-day graduation a mix of virtual, intimate celebrations
Commencement traditions altered in Augusta due to coronavirus pandemic.
Southern Maine Community College holds virtual graduation
Maine’s oldest community college awards more than 1,000 degrees and certificates at its 73rd commencement ceremony.
Mt. Ararat graduates go to the fairgrounds, get diplomas
142 Mt. Ararat High School seniors graduated at the Topsham Fairgrounds Sunday as families watched from a distance on the racetrack.