A chronic lack of bus drivers, which has gotten worse in recent years, is prompting districts to provide free training, bonuses and guaranteed work weeks with medical and dental benefits.
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State Department of Education makes push for regionalization
School districts are participating in regional grant projects this year, as they test the options that could lead to becoming regional service centers.
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Maine still has openings for teachers, but vocational schools look at increasing student numbers
Gov. Paul LePage made the claim that vocational training was more necessary than traditional education, but career-oriented learning appears to be on the rise in Maine.
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Westbrook students returning to 2 schools amid construction projects
District officials are working to minimize disruptions from renovations and additions at the middle school and Saccarappa Elementary for the next year or more.
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Thomas College internship program connects students to community
The executive director of the new Harold Alfond Institute for Business Innovation wants students to get experience earlier to create a stronger tie with central Maine.
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Regina Grabrovac believes in blueberries for all
Working among the food insecure, she hates to see surplus fruit go to waste.
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Maine Voices: Breakfast After the Bell is the way mornings should be for Maine students
The Legislature and Gov. LePage should take the lead by encouraging the school program.
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Hey, Portland students: Good behavior equals your ticket to activities
The school board approves a policy tying standards such as politeness to eligibility for sports and clubs.
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Portland weighs options for extra school funding from the state
Ideas for using the $2.7 million include tax relief and continuing to provide health services cut in the state budget.
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Maine DHHS kills funding for school-based student health centers
The program that provides basic medical care to students who lack access to a doctor falls victim to the recent state budget negotiations.