Attendees of the Maine Adult Education directors meeting included, from left, Dr. Kayla Sikora, director of Augusta Adult and Community Education; Daniel Chuhta, deputy commissioner at the Maine Department of Education; Erica Carley Harris, policy analyst for the Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan; Megan Dichter, Maine State director for Adult Education; Lisa Robertson, director of York Adult Education; Jeremy Lehan, director of Regional School Unit 54 Adult Education; and Megan Welter, associate commissioner of public education. Submitted photo

Leaders of Maine’s adult education community recently met in Lewiston for their annual directors meeting.

The meeting brought together key figures in the Maine education landscape, emphasizing the collaborative efforts that drive adult education across the state.

Daniel Chuhta, deputy commissioner at the Maine Department of Education, highlighted the state’s commitment to adult education. Erica Carley Harris, policy analyst for the Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan, provided insights into policies that shape adult education initiatives in Maine.

Megan Dichter, the Maine state director for Adult Education, coordinated the event and facilitated dialogues among the participants.

The meeting served as a platform for sharing best practices, addressing challenges, and charting a course for the continued growth and enhancement of adult education programs in Maine.

Participants discussed program development, funding, and strategies to meet the evolving needs of adult learners.

 

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