During a debate in 2010, then-gubernatorial candidate Bill Beardsley said he supported teaching creationism in school. On Monday, he said he doesn’t think schools should teach it.
Schools and Education
Local, state and national schools and education news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Dismissal recommended for Waterville High School principal
Don Reiter, who has been on leave since Sept. 1, has requested a public dismissal hearing, which is set for Nov. 10.
Maine’s high school graduation rate above national average
The state ranks 16th in the nation and is one of 36 that saw increases in the overall graduation rate.
Unity College student from Randolph among grant recipients
Monica Spatafore was among eight students to get money to help fund environmental research projects.
Maine high schoolers flock to early college programs
Participation is at a record level as various courses give students a way to cut tuition costs, get a taste of what’s ahead or help decide whether to pursue a degree.
New car boosts Winthrop fundraiser
Winthrop High School, raising money for hunger relief in advance of Friday’s School Spirit Challenge, is making plans to raffle off a new car.
UMF student receives award for academic success despite adversity
University of Maine at Farmington freshman has endured personal struggles but wants to use her experiences to help others.
Kents Hill School breaks ground on dining facility
The project is funded in part by an Alfond Foundation grant, the largest gift in the school’s history.
Thomas College announces new education center
The Center for Innovation in Education will prepare education graduates to teach Maine’s mandated high school proficiency-based learning curriculum.
Catherine McAuley High School says it will sever ties to Catholic Church, not traditions
The all-girls school founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1969 says that ending its Catholic affiliation next year will give its board more local control and ‘open the doors to other girls.’