A competitive response to Maine’s ‘flagship match’ program and a housing crunch at the University of Southern Maine have contributed to fewer out-of-state enrollees, officials said.
Rachel Ohm
Staff Writer
Rachel covers state government and politics for the Portland Press Herald. It’s her third beat at the paper after stints covering City Hall and education. Prior to her arrival at the Press Herald in the summer of 2019, Rachel worked at the Morning Sentinel in Waterville, covering Franklin and Somerset counties, and the Knoxville News Sentinel in Knoxville, Tennessee, covering higher education. She has a master’s degree in journalism from New York University and when she’s not writing and reporting enjoys running, cooking and traveling to new places.
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UMaine System trustees approve new name for University of Southern Maine
The proposal to rename the campus the University of Maine at Portland now advances to the Legislature for final approval.
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Maine online charter school gets 5-year renewal, with conditions
The Maine Charter School Commission votes 6-1 Tuesday to renew the charter for Maine Virtual Academy, despite performance concerns raised in a report in January.
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USM receives $500,000 to establish endowed scholarship for veterans
The gift from Joe and Sheri Boulos of Falmouth will provide financial and academic resources for veterans in coordination with the USM Office of Veterans Services.
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Lessons to learn from a school resource officer
Law enforcement plays a growing role in Maine schools, prompting questions of accountability and the impact on kids.
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Sen. King pushes for law to ensure banking access for cannabis businesses
The SAFE Banking Act, already approved by the U.S. House of Representatives, would open the door for the hemp and cannabis industries to access financial services that are open to other legal businesses.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News, Schools & Education
Edward Little students feel targeted by school’s attempt to address bias
Some student groups at Edward Little High School, including members of its LGBTQ community, say they were singled out when school officials used the intercom to summon them to a meeting about anti-bias focus groups.
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Cape High student won’t be suspended while court considers free speech case
Aela Mansmann’s 3-day suspension is on hold until the judge determines whether school officials violated her rights by punishing her for posting notes about an alleged rapist in the school.
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Turner, Greene and Leeds schools $324,000 get to improve school safety
Five districts are receiving $1.25 million for upgrades that include cameras, community training and security systems.
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As Maine schools grow more diverse, we need to talk
Kids and educators alike acknowledge the power of conversation – celebrating what makes students different as well as what we all have in common – to make schools feel safe and welcoming to all.