Over 100 students from across Maine gathered for the 7th annual Thomas Cup, an overnight technology and innovation competition.
Schools & Education
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Posted inAndroscoggin County, News, Schools & Education, Varsity Maine
Leadership comes naturally to Lisbon senior Sean Moore
While the three-sport athlete may best be known for his accomplishments on the ice and field, teachers and coaches say it’s his character that stands out most.
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Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, News, Oxford Hills, Schools & Education
Investigations of SAD 17 Superintendent Monica Henson continue
Oxford County Sheriff’s Office report submitted to District Attorney’s Office for review.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
Auburn School Committee backs plan for playground upgrades, Walton roof replacement
City Council will review the capital improvement plan, some of which will be paid for using federal relief funds.
Posted inRiver Valley, Rumford Falls Times, Schools & Education
Principal named for Rumford high school; straw poll favors new Mexico school
Tom Danylik will be lead administrator after serving as interim since last fall.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Students steer school bus to safety in Topsham after driver collapses at the wheel
The driver, identified as Arthur McDougall of Lisbon, died Monday. Fourteen Mt. Ararat Middle and High school students were on board at the time.
Posted inFranklin, Schools & Education
Cape Cod Hill School in New Sharon closes early due to lack of heat
A circulator pump in the furnace was replaced by early afternoon.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, News, Oxford Hills, Schools & Education
Oxford Hills school officials say social media threat against high school not credible
Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School was open to students as usual, even as parents complained of vague communications on the matter.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Child care providers say industry needs consistent financial support to survive
More than 170 Maine child care centers have shuttered since the beginning of the pandemic, and Gov. Janet Mills has proposed $12 million to fund legislation to increase the wages of workers. But much more may be needed.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Maine teacher shortage fueled by some leaving profession early as rate of new educators lags
High expectations with low pay, coupled with the added stresses of the COVID-19 pandemic, prompted at least two central Maine educators to look for new jobs.