Board members voted unanimously to ask the police department to put a hold on having school resource officers use body cameras.
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Student expelled for bringing stolen gun to Bangor High School
The student is charged with theft of a firearm, burglary and possession of a firearm on school property.
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Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Maine online charter school gets 5-year renewal, with conditions
The Maine Charter School Commission votes 6-1 Tuesday to renew the charter for Maine Virtual Academy, despite performance concerns raised in a report in January.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
USM receives $500,000 to establish endowed scholarship for veterans
The gift from Joe and Sheri Boulos of Falmouth will provide financial and academic resources for veterans in coordination with the USM Office of Veterans Services.
Posted inMaine, Schools and Education
Maine’s universities to waive tuition for students called up to military
The new policy covers academic accommodations, tuition and housing rebates, and re-admission for students who are called up to active duty.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Lessons to learn from a school resource officer
Law enforcement plays a growing role in Maine schools, prompting questions of accountability and the impact on kids.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
‘Band of rookies’: Biddeford High resurrects marching band program
After a 10-year hiatus, Tiger Pride makes a triumphant return to the community.
Posted inMaine, Schools and Education
Girls get hands-on experience in trade careers at Farmington workshop
The Totally Trades workshop hosted by New Ventures Maine at the Foster Career and Technical Education Center on the Mt. Blue campus gave young women a chance to experience non-traditional careers for women that pay well and are in high demand.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools and Education
Auburn Superintendent Katy Grondin resigns
Superintendent since 2011, Grondin notified the Auburn School Committee of her decision during Wednesday’s executive session to review her evaluation.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News, Schools and Education
High school students get a taste of teaching at Thomas College
The event was presented by the staff from the college’s Lunder School of Education partnered with the Maine Department of Education and Maine teachers of the year.