The mentoring program helps students build skills, along with other supports, that will aid them in seeking postsecondary education.
Schools & Education
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
Staff report positive outcomes to Lewiston schools cellphone policy enacted last school year
Staff are noticing fewer students violating the policy this year compared to when it was first implemented last school year.
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Posted inRiver Valley, Rumford Falls Times, Schools & Education
Dixfield middle school locks bathroom doors for single use during after-school hours
In April 2023, the board voted to rescind its March 21 vote to build private bathroom stalls at the high school, citing a lack of support and negative responses from the community.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
University of New England lands $10.8 million grant to study cell signaling
The research could lead to improved treatments for dementia, heart disease, osteoporosis and other diseases.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
South Portland schools DEI coordinator resigns after receiving racist email
Mohammed Albehadli, the district’s diversity, equity and inclusion coordinator, received ‘the most vile email’ Superintendent Timothy Matheney has seen in his 35 years as an educator.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
Auburn School Committee issues survey regarding superintendent search
Members of the public are encouraged to submit letters of interest for those who want to serve on the Superintendent Search Committee.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Maine schools say path to fixing chronic absenteeism starts with building relationships
Small steps like Sanford’s ‘walking school bus’ help kids make it over that first barrier – getting to the bus stop – as a way to reduce absences in class.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Trans students at Gardiner Area High School defend bathroom policy following wave of complaints
“This policy helps trans kids like me feel safe at school and in their skin,” said sophomore Jay Dostie at a recent MSAD 11 school board meeting.
Posted inbPlus, Schools & Education
Lewiston High School’s Mock Trial Team is the real deal
In December, the team took the state championship for the second year in a row and third time in six years. Some marvel at their success given the city’s makeup, but no one questions there could be a dynasty in the making.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News, Schools & Education
Parent shares concerns about books, bullying in Jay schools
Roger Moulton of Livermore Falls shared concerns with Regional School Unit 73 board of directors on Thursday about the appropriateness of some books in school libraries and bullying in the schools.