An increase in extreme interventions is a clear sign that schools either do not have the will or the resources to deal with challenging behavior.
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Use of restraint and seclusion on the rise in Maine schools, advocacy group says
A report by Disability Rights Maine cites ‘clear and troubling trends’ in schools’ use of restraint and seclusion, especially among students with disabilities.
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Our View: For a better future in Maine, build solid foundations for children
A child’s home life, health, education and future well-being are all connected.
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Young and on their own in Maine
An invisible trend, fed by an affordable housing crisis and opioid epidemic, has led to a record high in homeless students – and a 227 percent spike in children without a guardian.
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Gov. Mills urges USM grads to embrace ‘world of opportunity’ in Maine
She delivers the keynote address to more than 900 University of Southern Maine graduates on a day that saw commencement ceremonies at colleges across the state.
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Winslow woman fulfills 2007 prediction, graduating from Thomas College just as her father, brother did
On Saturday, Makenzie Carlow, 20, will graduate from Thomas College, like her father and her big brother.
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Our View: For-profit colleges need state oversight
The Trump administration has shown no interest in keeping a watch on this troubling industry.
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Bill to raise starting salaries for teachers passes Legislature
LD 898 proposes raising the minimum salary of certified K-12 teachers to $40,000 a year.
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Maine Voices: How to really establish free speech on campus
College administrators could end anti-free speech disruptions, but since they won’t, we need to teach students to stand up against bullies.
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Maine lawmakers take a step closer to offering pre-kindergarten programs statewide
The bill directs the Department of Education to set standards for pre-kindergarten programs, but school districts will be given until the 2023-24 to start.