There is no mechanism in local ordinances to take such an action, officials say.
Schools and Education
Local, state and national schools and education news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Waterville Board of Education approves proposed $24.4 million budget
Savings in technology, insurance and funds for building improvements allowed for cuts of $265,455 and $52,613.
Father says he felt assured his son could play varsity baseball at Deering High
In a court affidavit, Howard Yee also says the principal’s denial of eligibility came without notice. A request for a temporary restraining order goes before a judge Wednesday.
Leadership endowment fund to boost salary of new UMaine president
The system Tuesday will announce a new leader of the flagship Orono campus to replace outgoing Susan Hunter.
For-profit colleges struggle despite assist from Betsy DeVos
Enrollment continues to decline as adult students want to return to work instead of getting a degree to bolster their resumes.
Outcome of Maine’s plan for proficiency-based diplomas is up in the air
Three bills offer a range of delaying, changing or killing the controversial graduation requirement.
RSU 9 directors unanimous in choosing new superintendent
Tina Meserve, RSU 16 superintendent, will be coming back to the system where she was educated.
Scarborough school controversy heats up as group aiming to oust 3 board members gets recall vote
A petition drive gathered enough valid signatures to force recall elections in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, the school board has raised alarm about ‘slanderous attacks’ on Superintendent Julie Kukenberger.
Deering principal was convinced that student was attending school primarily to play baseball
In court documents, Gregg Palmer outlines his reasons for denying eligibility to sophomore Princehoward Yee.
RSU 9 directors to begin deliberations on budget, superintendent
One need considered critical is an alternative education program at the elementary school level for ‘non-regulated’ students.