Strict social distancing rules, which may not be needed, mean most schools can’t reopen full time.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
Educators ages 60 and older to be vaccinated Saturday at Augusta Civic Center clinic
In order to attend, teachers and staff that met the age requirement had to be selected by their school district.
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Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: In my last year of teaching, I ‘lost’ a student
The children most at risk before COVID are affected even more now. If you know of a child who is not engaged in school, please speak up.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
With larger gatherings allowed, Maine schools rethink graduation plans
Decisions have yet to be made, but some superintendents said Friday that they are optimistic the new gathering size limits will help them hold graduations that more closely resemble traditional celebrations.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Democracy’s survival depends on knowledge of civics
A new report offers a roadmap for making history and government more central in American education.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Maine educators press state to prioritize vaccinations for teachers
As pressure builds to get children back in classrooms, teachers say they’re disappointed by Gov. Janet Mills’ new eligibility guidelines based solely on age. And President Biden says he aims to get every educator at least 1 dose by the end of March.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
As coronavirus cases fall, schools feel pressure to add more in-person learning
With vaccines on the horizon and many families pushing for more in-person time, Maine school districts still face challenges with staffing and meeting physical distancing requirements.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel, Schools and Education
Carrabec schools superintendent calls for students to be learning in person all the time
Mike Tracy wrote in a letter to Gov. Janet Mills and Maine’s congressional delegation that keeping students out of the classroom is negatively impacting them as more cases of drug abuse, food insecurity, mental health and domestic violence are reported.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
New business accelerator planned for Portland’s Roux Institute
International entrepreneur network Techstars will provide 10 young companies a year with funding and mentorship at the technology school.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
Central Maine grandparents embrace role as educators during pandemic
Grandparents have been pressed into service to provide childcare and teaching help during the coronavirus pandemic, when parents have to work and education has shifted to remote models.