A referendum is set for Tuesday, May 25, at the Longley building.
Schools & Education
News and information about schools and education from the Sun Journal.
UMaine System reconsiders plan for tuition increase, with more funding possible
The board of trustees had been scheduled to vote on a tuition increase Monday but is delaying the item in light of the governor’s supplemental budget proposal and strong fall enrollment deposits.
After COVID-19 restrictions lifted, Auburn high school graduation moved to Walton Field
Lewiston’s graduation will be at the Auburn airport, according to the school website.
Canton municipal budget is lower but school assessment is higher
Elections and the RSU 56 budget vote are June 8; town meeting is June 10.
UNE researchers study whether, for energy sector, kelp is on the way
A project in Saco Bay looks at how best to grow kelp in the open ocean, with an eye toward producing biofuel if it can be grown efficiently at a large enough scale.
Bill would make all Maine children eligible for free breakfast, lunch in schools
Legislation sponsored by Senate President Troy Jackson would require Maine to supplement what the state receives in federal funding for free and reduced lunch coverage.
New Oxford Hills superintendent brings broad range of teaching, administrative experiences
Years before remote education became the norm, Monica Henson was overseeing school systems that employed virtual and hybrid learning environments.
Auburn schools plan to fully reopen in the fall
A detailed plan developed by a steering committee sets parameters for reentry.
Photo Album: Lewiston celebrates the Class of 2021’s Top Ten students with food and fanfare
Lewiston High School hosts Class of 2021 luncheon for students and their families
Masks are still required in schools, despite state loosening some rules
Lewiston Schools Superintendent Jake Langlais said he’s torn about Mills’ unmasking directive.