Both orders call for further action by federal officials to enforce Trump administration policies, and Maine schools will be watching to see if there are any impacts to funding or programs.
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Maine 4th graders’ math and reading skills are among the lowest in the US
Reading and math proficiency scores for Maine’s 4th graders have fallen roughly 10 percentage points since 2019, ranking among the biggest drops nationwide.
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Colby College names Denise Bruesewitz new provost
Bruesewitz will become the Colby provost July 1, succeeding Margaret McFadden, who has been in the position since 2017.
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Global school IT contractor suffers cybersecurity issue, at least 3 Maine schools impacted
PowerSchool, which serves hundreds of schools across the country, including many in Maine, notified customers of a breach Wednesday.
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Sen. Collins celebrates expansion of Social Security benefits
The Republican senator co-authored the new law, signed by President Biden Sunday, which she said will expand Social Security benefits for more than 25,000 Mainers.
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Augusta’s First Amendment Museum to move downtown during Gannett House renovation
The museum, which celebrates the First Amendment, will operate out of a space on Water Street for three years while the former home of Guy Gannett gets an update.
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Phillips-based school district proposes new committee for state-required program
As of July 1, 2028, Child Development Services will no longer provide special education services for 3- to 5-year-olds,
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L.C. Bates Natural History Museum closed for winter
Tours and group admissions are available by appointment only.
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Syntiro supporting Maine students through 7-year grant
AUGUSTA — Syntiro recently announced it now has a full team of dedicated professionals to support the needs of the 2023-30 GEAR UP Maine RISE Grant. This team is ready to partner with GEAR UP schools, students and families across Maine to deliver essential resources, guidance and opportunities for academic and career success. Syntiro is […]
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Somerville-based school superintendent wins statewide award
Howard Tuttle, who has led Sheepscot Valley Regional School Unit 12 for 12 years, is honored for establishing a day care program for teachers’ children, implementing cost-saving initiatives and starting a universal prekindergarten program.