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Winslow committee explores future of junior high with developer

In a preliminary proposal, a Boston developer said the building could be turned into apartments for the elderly.

Voters will decide on the proposed $10.33 million bond for school renovations in November.

The report describes hateful speech and harassment as common occurrences in the state’s schools.

Alec MacGillis, known for his work on politics and government, said it was important to focus on the ‘places left behind.’

MaineSpark’s goal is that 60 percent of adult Mainers will achieve some form of training beyond high school by 2025.

by MICHAEL MELIA Associated Press October 1, 2017October 1, 2017

Children already here are among the first of many Puerto Ricans expected on the U.S. mainland.

There just aren’t as many people willing to substitute teach anymore, area superintendents say, reflecting a national shortage.

Voters will decide whether to approve a $10.33 million bond to move a consolidation project forward.

by Stephen Betts The courier-Gazette September 29, 2017September 29, 2017

Three separate incidents in the last two weeks have involved a man or men in a white van asking students to get in, police say.

by MARIA DANILOVA Associated Press September 28, 2017September 29, 2017

The education secretary defends her positions on school choice and protections for students.