A public hearing was held Thursday on Rep. Heidi Sampson’s bill to require cursive instruction in grades 3-5 of Maine public schools.
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Topsham school board resignations reveal ongoing conflict
Remaining members of the SAD 75 board are now set to consider new leadership.
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Funding for RSU 73 school resource officer to be separate article
$50,000 is requested for the position at Spruce Mountain middle and high schools.
Posted inMaine, New England, Schools and Education
New England states look to boost oversight of struggling small colleges
As more private colleges fold under financial pressure, state officials in New England have been looking into increasing their oversight of the schools to help protect students.
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Law enforcement officers teach class to gain perspective, build trust with youth
The program is part of a statewide initiative launched by U.S. Attorney Halsey B. Frank.
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Four groups intend to apply for last charter school slot in Maine
Proposals range from a preschool program in public schools to a 700-student middle and high school in Topsham.
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Owl killed by car will help UNE students learn specimen preservation
Associate Professor Noah Perlut, an ornithologist and the chairman of the environmental studies department, is offering a class in specimen preservation that teaches students a museum skill and adds to the school’s wildlife collection.
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RSU 9 forum shares results of survey, looks to next steps for district
Results of a survey sent to RSU 9 educators, students and community members were shared at a forum held Monday night.
Posted inNation & World, Schools and Education
First U.S. coal plant in years to open in Alaska
A 17-megawatt generator will open in April at the University of Alaska Fairbanks.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Isabella Ferriter of Cape Elizabeth wins Cumberland County Spelling Bee
The 7th-grader was perfect for 25 rounds, sealing her victory with the correct spelling of piazza.