Four confirmed cases of COVID-19 at three Turner schools over the past week have forced the closure of all town schools for a week. Additionally, more probable cases have emerged at the schools, which could mean a longer period of closure.
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Kennebunk High School student tests positive for COVID-19
School officials say they do not believe anyone else at the high school was exposed, and the student hasn’t been at the school since Sept. 12.
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With push from the pandemic, one Richmond family makes switch to home schooling
Working remotely has allowed the White family to home-school their kids, and they are one of many families across Kennebec County that chose the same route for their kids.
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U.S. parents delaying preschool and kindergarten amid pandemic
Huge declines in preschool enrollment, are raising worries about the long-term effects of so much lost early education.
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RSU 56 reopening schools Tuesday
The 14-day closure is due to three COVID-19 cases at Dirigo High School in Dixfield.
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MSAD 52 closes Turner schools for a week after 4 COVID-19 cases
According to the district, Turner Primary School, Turner Elementary School, Tripp Middle School and Leavitt Area High School will go to fully remote teaching and learning for the next week.
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Remote learning producing mixed reviews for central Maine students
Some students are embracing and enjoying remote learning, while others are finding challenges balancing school work and extra responsibilities at home.
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Student feedback takes center stage amid Skowhegan schools nickname deliberations
The final vote on the Skowhegan-area school district’s mascot will be voted on by the 23-person board of directors will be decided at the Oct. 8 meeting.
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Maine schools receive additional $164 million in federal relief
The money builds on $165 million districts received for pandemic-related expenses in July, but must be used by the end of December, according to federal requirements.
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Topsham high school announces possible coronavirus exposure
Superintendent Shawn Chabot informed students and families Wednesday morning that an individual associated with Mt. Ararat High School recently tested positive for coronavirus, and may have exposed other staff or students.