The calls impacted 10 schools across Maine and are still under investigation by the Maine State Police and FBI.
Schools & Education
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
Auburn School Committee votes to vacate Lake Street School, downsize special education program
Changes to the Regional Education Technical Center will be a “significant” blow to nearby districts at a time when administrators say getting students into specialized programs has become more difficult.
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Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News, Schools & Education
RSU 73 board names student representative, approves Spruce Mountain humanities trip to NYC
Daniel Wilson is senior class president, a three-sport athlete and a member of the Envirothon and robotics teams. The trip to New York City is planned for May 30-31, 2023.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, News, Schools & Education
Turner-based MSAD 52 to review ‘Gender Queer’ following parent challenge
A committee has been formed to review the graphic novel and evaluate its appropriateness for high school students.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
Driver shortages lead Auburn schools to cancel bus runs
At least two bus runs for the Auburn school district have been canceled every day for the last three weeks due to a persistent shortage of drivers.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
SHARECenter expected to open in late January
Due to uncertain timelines for renovations and set-up, there is no set date for the nonprofit to reopen to its members.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools & Education
UMA faculty asks for ‘advocate’ in their new president as system commits nearly $70,000 to search
Faculty at the University of Maine at Augusta told the search committee Tuesday they want a leader who can inspire and motivate the community.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools & Education
Former RSU 21 employee files civil suit claiming sex harassment
Andrea Lauletta, a former custodial employee, alleges the district did not take steps to make her feel safe in the workplace.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
‘Standout’ Lewiston graduate dies from severe allergic reaction
Omar Osman, a graduate of Lewiston High School and a first-year student at Bowdoin College, died unexpectedly from a severe allergic reaction Saturday night.
Posted inLocal & State, Nation / World, Schools & Education
Child-care funding cliff nears, putting Maine families and facilities at risk
As pandemic relief dwindles, ‘the workforce behind the workforce’ worries about its ability to keep providing high-demand services without significant and sustained support.