A 2012 reform measure should be retooled, say Maine education officials, sending tremors through districts where transition has already begun.
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Student robot makers calibrate their skills at statewide tournament
Six teams earn trips to the world championship, but it’s mostly about what the students learn, a judge says.
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Portland schools allow students to participate in March 14 gun violence walkout
Superintendent Xavier Botana informs families and staffers that older students will be allowed to take part in the nationwide event, regardless of their stands on the issues.
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Three boys from Waterville high school charged in series of threats
One of three students charged with terrorizing said he wanted ‘to pull a Sandy Hook,’ a reference to an incident in which a gunman killed 20 6- and 7-year-olds and six adults, while charges are pending against two other boys.
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180 students absent at Skowhegan Area High School as fears linger
Parents and students still are wary because of recent threats, with some students opting to stay out until Monday while counselors and other school staff members work with them to alleviate fears.
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Hundreds turn out to support Scarborough High principal, but resignation stands
The Scarborough school board rejects David Creech’s attempt to rescind his resignation, submitted Feb. 16 ‘under duress.’
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SAD 13 superintendent warns students, staff not to participate in gun protest
Virginia Rebar said students will be subject to disciplinary action if they take part in the national gun violence protest on March 14.
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Gardiner elementary school PTA treasurer stole $6,000, police say
Cassie Marrow, 34, of Gardiner, has been summoned on a felony theft charge in connection with the alleged embezzlement, police said Thursday.
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Waterville school officials pitch benefits of independence
A March 13 election in Waterville, Winslow and Vassalboro will decide whether to dissolve Alternative Organizational Structure 92.
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Scarborough school board again denies principal’s request to meet over resignation
Scarborough High Principal David Creech is disappointed that the superintendent won’t agree to rescind his resignation, Creech’s lawyer says.