The Bread and Brews festival was created to showcase and celebrate what MOFGA’s Communication and Outreach Director Katy Green described as the “grain renaissance” in Maine.
Schools & Education
News and information about schools and education from the Sun Journal.
Posted inSchools & Education
Committees report to RSU 9 board on facilities, contract negotiations
Superintendent Tina Meserve said the committees have been a source of efficiency in getting school business done.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, Schools & Education
RSU 16, Poland day care, state to share cost of $13,000 bus stop sign
Jan Jordan will get a flashing sign. RSU 16 will get help paying for it.
Posted inNews, Schools & Education, Uncategorized
Deering High students defend their school amid concerns about safety and discipline
While they say rumors about several incidents led to a drop in enrollment, they admit there’s room for improvement.
Posted inNation / World, News, Schools & Education
Bribe or donation? Parent’s defense in college admissions scandal questions the difference
Robert Zangrillo is one of 19 parents fighting charges in the college admissions bribery scheme at U.S. colleges
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Observers say trends in school, child care point to growing demand for early education in central Maine
A new childcare facility in Winslow and a surge of kindergarten enrollment in Winslow are among the signs that more families with young children are seeking services in the Waterville-Winslow area.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
More students opt for Portland High over Deering, perceiving safety issues
Superintendent Xavier Botana attributes the enrollment shift to ‘a number of high-profile incidents.’
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Augusta’s Capital Area Technical Center offering firefighter training for high schoolers
Students who complete the program will be able to volunteer with local departments, at a time when ranks are dwindling and the average age of firefighters is climbing.
Posted inFranklin, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
RSU 9 board makes strategic planning top priority
The School Board for RSU 9 discussed its objectives and goals for the coming school year at its July 23 workshop meeting.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Report recommends sweeping changes at UMaine law school
The proposal for changes in governance, funding and course offerings will be reviewed by UMaine System trustees, who must determine how to pay for the endeavor.