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An effective way to reach students, texting has risks

by Noel K. Gallagher July 29, 2018July 29, 2018

The now-ubiquitous communication tool can cross professional borders, prompting policies in schools meant to safeguard teachers and kids alike.

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Maine Girls’ Academy gamely faces last hurrah with cheers, tears

by Mike Lowe July 26, 2018July 27, 2018

The private all-girls school opened its doors one last time Thursday night for alumnae and their families to reminisce and watch a basketball game, the school’s signature sport.

Maine Crime, Schools and Education

Former Kennebunk teacher found not guilty of sexually assaulting student

by tammy wells Journal Tribune July 26, 2018July 27, 2018

After deliberating two hours, a York County jury acquits 30-year-old Jill Lamontagne of 14 charges of sexual misconduct involving a former Kennebunk High student who was 17.

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Maine Med and Tufts extend medical education partnership

by Joe Lawlor July 25, 2018July 25, 2018

The collaboration that started five years ago has been extended to 2029 and is expected to expand.

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Teacher accused of sex assault exchanged 94 texts with student, cyber expert says

by TAMMY WELLS Journal Tribune July 24, 2018July 25, 2018

The Saco police detective testifies that former Kennebunk High teacher Jill Lamontagne and the student sent the messages between May 28 and June 9 in 2017.

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UMaine football player, 18, dies during preseason workout on campus

by Mike Lowe July 24, 2018July 24, 2018

Freshman Darius Minor of Locust Grove, Virginia, was involved in supervised light training when he collapsed on the field, where team staff and first responders were unable to resuscitate him.

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Augusta Elks seek bigger collection of school supplies for giveaway after last year’s demand

by Keith Edwards July 24, 2018July 24, 2018

Elks officials say many families were turned away empty-handed after an overwhelming number of people showed up for a free school supply giveaway last year.

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New law lets Maine school districts decide how students make the grade to graduate

by Kevin Miller July 20, 2018July 21, 2018

School districts will now be able to choose whether to use the proficiency-based standards or revert to the traditional system when deciding who is qualified to graduate.