Both K-12 and post-secondary institutions should develop screening, sanitizing, testing and technology strategies.
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Posted inNation & World, News, Schools and Education
Trump tells states to consider opening schools before summer
Trump made the comments Monday in a call with governors discussing how to reopen their economies, among other topics.
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Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel, Schools and Education
Thomas College students donate programs to Maine teachers during school closures
The programs created by 28 Thomas students incorporate augmented reality and interactive learning to boost engagement for local teachers while distance learning continues.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
As construction costs climb, key projects shrink and taxpayers’ burden grows
Maine and its cities mirror a national trend, with a labor shortage driving up bids, while agencies scale back work on roads, bridges and schools.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Maine Compass: School drills should not create trauma for students, staff
Well-run lockdown drills foster familiarity and confidence, and should not trigger anxiety among participants.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: School drills should not create trauma for students, staff
Well-run lockdown drills foster familiarity and confidence, and should not trigger anxiety among participants.
Posted inFood & Dining
Need a recipe for a fun school break?
Milk Maggie, eat Mickey, visit Lenny or try other food-related activities in Greater Portland that parents and kids can do together – or on their own – while school is out.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel, Schools and Education
School district selects architectural firm to replace North Elementary School in Skowhegan
The same architect that has previously worked with the district was recommended by the building committee and approved by the board at Thursday night’s board meeting.
Posted inNation & World, Schools and Education
Supreme Court seems favorable to public funding for religious education
The justices are sharply divided along ideological lines in arguments over a provision in Montana’s constitution that bars state aid to religious schools.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Maine Compass: Solution to school shootings must come from within each institution
Bring family and school together, so parents and students are part of the same community and young people become each other’s supporters.