Residents in Litchfield, Sabattus and Wales will take a second vote on the school budget Nov. 7.
Schools & Education
News and information about schools and education from the Sun Journal.
Rumford area high school to hold substance abuse prevention and awareness day
Students at Mountain Valley High School, along with administrators, are planning Nov. 17 to provide education for students about resources for help in the area and to end the stigma of people who are addicted to substances.
Lewiston schools to get vaping sensors in bathrooms
The sensors will detect vaping, smoking, fighting and medical emergencies.
Officials say 10-year-old Midwest boy was source of threat to Lewiston High School
The threat had circulated on social media over the weekend and caused some parents to keep their children home from school.
New enrollment numbers show expected growth at Maine community colleges
Enrollment in Maine’s seven community colleges rose by 12.2% between 2019 and 2023, almost the same amount that enrollment declined in the state’s public university system.
Face Time: Eric Eisaman — engaging students in STEM education
The Edward Little High School teacher recently won an award for his work with students in science and math.
Maine, federal student loan programs offer relief, even if it’s confusing for borrowers
Since the pandemic pause on payments has ended, programs like Maine’s Student Loan Repayment Tax Credit can offer some help, but many say navigating that and the federal options, while still getting notices from loan servicers, is often confusing.
Hallowell-based school district under investigation for allegedly discriminating against disabled student
A complaint filed with the U.S. Department of Education alleges Regional School Unit 2 failed to implement a specialized learning plan as required.
State’s new education podcast features 2 Portland teachers
The Maine Department of Education plans to highlight state educators and education in the monthly show.
Auburn School Committee hears state of student homelessness ahead of budget talks
The committee also approved new building rental policies for city schools.