Most of the candidates say they want to reunite the community and move the district in a more positive direction, but conflicts likely will persist over the superintendent and her policy agenda.
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Forum at Portland synagogue focuses on immigration policy
The event, coming one day after the fatal attack in Pittsburgh, includes officials from the Anti-Defamation League.
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Two dozen turn out in Chelsea for public hearing on school withdrawal question
RSU 12 board members and superintendent on Thursday warned that the town’s costs would likely increase if Chelsea exits RSU 12.
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On education, Maine governor candidates agree: Much needs fixing
But their solutions – for teacher wages, staffing shortages, skyrocketing costs and institutional reforms – are varied.
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Mother plans to file complaint alleging Lisbon player punched daughter during soccer game
A video that Melonie Ross posted of the incident during a girls’ soccer playoff game was viewed 73,000 times before she took it down.
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Holy animal control, Batman! Maine middle schoolers pick superhero for job in mock election
Students learned about ranked choice voting Wednesday at the Augusta State Armory.
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Head of Rockland area schools named Maine Superintendent of the Year
John McDonald, who heads RSU 13, responds with praise for his administrators, teachers, staff and the district’s communities, which include Rockland, Thomaston, Owls Head, South Thomaston and Cushing.
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Million-dollar donation will jump-start digital innovation center at USM in Portland
A gift from Wex board chairman Michael Dubyak is intended to launch a state-of-the-art tech complex for students that will also be open to K-12 programs and midcareer professionals.
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UNE partners with Iceland universities on ocean food and sustainability program
The partnership will create a unique, international learning environment for students enrolled in both Maine and Iceland, officials say.
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RSU 9 reviews confidentiality rules
Superintendent told school district directors Tuesday that training on student privacy laws has been held with administrators.