The University of Maine System is offering new financial incentives that it hopes will attract some of the more than 280,000 Maine residents with partially completed degrees.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State, Schools & Education
This Cape Elizabeth senior started writing a musical in middle school. Now, it’s hitting the stage.
Hadley Johnson wrote the music, lyrics and book for ‘Afterthought.’ She’s also the director, choreographer and star.
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Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
Expanded program brings more hands-on learning to new Edward Little High School
Some of Lewiston Regional Technical Center’s most in-demand courses are now at the new Auburn high school, with more planned in the next few years.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools & Education
Lewiston accident is latest crash involving Maine school bus
No one was injured and there was no significant damage when a car struck a school bus Friday morning in Lewiston, but accidents involving school buses are far too common, officials say.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, News, Schools & Education
Patrick Dempsey talks career, high school, bestows wisdom on Leavitt High students
Dempsey gave students a half hour to ask their questions, most of which pertained to his local upbringing and career.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, News, Schools & Education
Principal hired for Leeds Central School
GREENE — Directors of Maine School Administrative District 52 on Thursday unanimously approved Superintendent Cari Medd’s recommendation to hire Shannon Bartash as principal at Leeds Central School. The assistant principal at Lisbon Community School will begin her new job Oct. 2. Medd advised directors that Bartash received good recommendations from the Lisbon school. She also […]
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Schools in Augusta, Readfield ratchet up restrictions on cellphones
Administrators are banning the use of cellphones in classes to curb distractions and increase engagement.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Local & State, News, Schools & Education
Voters in RSU 4 will vote for a third time on a proposed school budget
After rejecting two prior spending plans, some question whether officials have made enough cuts to win approval
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
Auburn parents concerned about lack of staff at Walton Elementary School
Several parents of Walton Elementary School students spoke about the concern they have after learning that the school’s principal is transferring to another district school.
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Report of student with weapon at Kents Hill School sends 4 campuses into lockdown
Police did not find weapons at the private college preparatory school in Readfield after searching the campus.