Saying the jobs are in demand and high-paying, the community college in Auburn will offer two-year degree programs in the trades beginning this fall.
Schools and Education
Local, state and national schools and education news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Skowhegan Area High School speech team wins state championship
Forgoing the debate and congressional debate divisions of the competition, the nine members of the team were able to focus on the speech division and take first place.
Trustees approve master plan for USM that would transform the Portland campus
The approval, which doesn’t include the millions of dollars that would be needed, clears the way for a revitalization of the campus with dorms, a student center and a new quad.
UMaine system officials reviewing dozens of academic programs to eliminate or consolidate
Academic officers have identified over 30 programs that could be affected as part of an effort to cut costs and increase efficiency.
Falmouth considers buying 40 acres next to school campus
About 10 of the 40 acres would be available for future school or municipal use, the town manger says.
New SAD 49 superintendent looks to transform Fairfield school district
Reza Namin talks about his controversial departure from a Massachusetts school district and why he’s the right person to lead SAD 49.
Competition leads Portland schools to give substitute teachers a raise
Low unemployment combined with more enticing pay in neighboring school districts creates a staffing shortage, prompting Portland to hike its rates for the first time in six years.
RSU 4 substitutes get raise, superintendent does not
Subs for Sabattus, Litchfield and Wales public schools will now earn $85 a day, up from $70.
Portland looks to close Bayside school, distribute special education throughout district
The district’s staff says the new ‘Breathe’ program would better serve students who need support and on-site help but don’t need to be in a day program.
UMaine Farmington announces $3.2 million gift from 2 anonymous donors
The university says it will use the gift to create and expand programs that provide scholarships, add graduate school offerings and improve student life on campus.