Bradley Adams has taught more than steps at his School of Dance; he instills confidence, discipline and poise.
Schools and Education
Local, state and national schools and education news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Skowhegan forum to air views on ‘Indians’ nickname
A public meeting has been scheduled for early May for debate over the controversial nickname and mascot for Skowhegan Area High School sports teams.
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Colby President leads rally against racist comments
After protests over the shooting of unarmed black men were followed by racist social media messages, David Greene told students he should not enjoy privileges he “did not earn” solely because he is white and affluent.
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Bingham educator has seen a lot of changes in 50-year career
Linda Hunnewell has retired from School Administrative District 13 after 50 years as a teacher, administrator and school board member.
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Women and men at the State House: Is there a difference?
Former Canadian Prime Minister Kim Campbell has an idea to fundamentally change politics: mandate that at least one of two seats in a legislature is occupied by a woman. Why is it important to increase the number of women in legislatures? Campbell explains that “it’s not a men-versus-women thing, it’s a matter of having different perspectives […]
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Students, trucking industry both win in Augusta driving contest
About 50 students participated in the Dick Dolloff Memorial Student Driving Competition on Wednesday at a time when the industry is seeking new blood.
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Mt. Blue school board to weigh $32.3 million budget
The proposed budget, up 4 percent, will be scrutinized by the directors before a final version is sent to the voters.
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Collins to speak at UMA commencement
U.S. Sen. Susan Collins will be the commencement speaker at the University of Maine at Augusta’s graduation ceremony May 9 at the Augusta Civic Center, the university announced Tuesday.
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Augusta Council to address Hodgkins school development
The housing authority needs council backing to secure historic preservation tax credits for senior housing.
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SAD 54 school subcommittee told ‘Indian mascots are wrong’
Tribal representatives presented a case Monday against Skowhegan schools keeping their Indian mascot.