At least 4 states that have made most children eligible for taxpayer-funded scholarships to private schools are seeing more families using the programs than planned.
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Fourth school budget approved with cuts in Wales-based RSU 4
Residents in Litchfield, Sabattus and Wales will take a second vote on the school budget Nov. 7.
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New enrollment numbers show expected growth at Maine community colleges
Enrollment in Maine’s seven community colleges rose by 12.2% between 2019 and 2023, almost the same amount that enrollment declined in the state’s public university system.
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Maine, federal student loan programs offer relief, even if it’s confusing for borrowers
Since the pandemic pause on payments has ended, programs like Maine’s Student Loan Repayment Tax Credit can offer some help, but many say navigating that and the federal options, while still getting notices from loan servicers, is often confusing.
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Hallowell-based school district under investigation for allegedly discriminating against disabled student
A complaint filed with the U.S. Department of Education alleges Regional School Unit 2 failed to implement a specialized learning plan as required.
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New $95 million Gordon Center officially opens at Colby College in Waterville
The Gordon Center for Creative and Performing Arts was the largest academic project in the college’s history and is regarded as one of the most advanced performing arts facilities in New England.
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State’s new education podcast features 2 Portland teachers
The Maine Department of Education plans to highlight state educators and education in the monthly show.
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Wales-based school district schedules fourth budget meeting, vote
Questions about tax bills, absentee voting amid a fourth attempt to pass a budget for the current school year.
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Foster CTE Center districts see changes in cooperative agreement
RSU 9 and three neighboring school districts have revised their cooperative agreements between the districts in regards to their level of involvement with Foster Career and Technical Education Center.
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Schools near a Maui wildfire burn zone are reopening. Some parents are unsure about sending kids back
More than two months after a wildfire killed at least 98 people on Maui, the three surviving public schools are set to reopen Monday.