While some see restriction of free speech, the decision addresses the issue of young applicants crossing lines in their social media posts.
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Social media can affect college admissions
Here are some experts’ tips on what to post – and not post – if you’re trying to get into college.
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Committee studying feasibility of closing Waterville’s Hall School to meet Wednesday
Declining enrollment, rising costs, lack of education funding drives study of whether to close school that serves fourth and fifth graders.
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Some Maine school districts taking on truancy with tenacity
Education officials use a variety of tactics to address the stubborn problem, knowing attendance is critical to a student’s future.
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Skowhegan third-graders’ garden a sanctuary for monarch butterflies
Bloomfield students build a butterfly garden and will spread milkweed for habitat.
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MOFGA hosts its annual Farm and Homestead Day in Unity
More than 60 Maine Organic Farmer and Gardener’s Association volunteers led workshop classes on gardening, sustainability and simple living.
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Two new appointees talk about goals, work at Unity College
Rana Johnson and Erika Latty were appointed recently to chief officer positions as the college continues to evolve and explore new avenues in higher education.
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RSU 2 residents to vote Monday night on concept for new, state-funded Monmouth school
The school would replace the current middle and elementary schools.
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Early Head Start, including Waterville’s Educare, awaits possible state cuts
A university researcher found thousands more needy children than funded slots for the Early Head Start program in Maine, but the governor’s budget includes a $1.8 million cut to the program.
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Black mold found at Hall-Dale Middle School
The district sent a letter to parents Thursday, but two teachers remain concerned about conditions at the school.