The University of Maine System announces a move to weekly testing for all in-person staff and students as some private colleges also plan for more rigorous screening.
Schools & Education
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Mental health program serving student-athletes well in Jay
When Spruce Mountain High School athletes learned most competitive sports were approved for this winter, the number of athletes ineligible to participate because of grades went from 47 to 14.
RSU 56 superintendent gets three-year contract
Pam Doyen also serves as principal of Dirigo High School in Dixfield
RSU 56 closes schools fourth time due to COVID-19 cases
Dirigo high, middle and elementary buildings off limits to in-person learning.
Routine changes and fear of uncertainty is causing anxiety in students
Molly Donovan enrolled her two daughters in home schooling after they expressed fear of COVID-19. Donovan said that the level of anxiety her children have shown her is “terrifying.”
RSU 10 closes three schools due to COVID-19 concerns
Three of Regional School Union 10’s seven schools are closed to in-person classes and utilizing fully remote learning following positive coronavirus tests or several staff members needing to quarantine due to COVID-19 exposure.
Photo: Lewiston school district offers drive-thru testing for staff
The testing site at Lewiston Middle School is run in partnership with St. Mary’s Health System and offers rapid tests to staff.
RSU 9 Board of Directors agenda
Regional School Unit 9 Board of Directors agenda Tuesday, January 12, 2021, 6:30 p.m. Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87030161488?pwd=My94YzdhSEYvTVF0K3V2VUx3ZUYzUT09 I. Call to order II. Pledge of allegiance III. Public comment IV. Report of the chairperson A. Good news stories from board / administrator V. Superintendent’s report – Monique Poulin A. New hires, transfers, resignations, and retirements Motion […]
RSU 9 budget timeline approved, interim assistant principal named
Directors name special education teacher Galen Dalrymple to Mt. Blue High School post.
RSU 78 goes remote for academics, suspends sports for week in Rangeley
a person associated with Rangeley Lakes Regional School has tested positive for COVID-19, according to district officials.