Although COVID-19 appears less risky to young people, there are other issues to consider, such as trying to achieve herd immunity, some said.
Schools & Education
News and information about schools and education from the Sun Journal.
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SAD 17 sends $43.9 million budget to voters
Directors unanimously approved the budget, which will be decided on by residents June 8.
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12 new positive cases reported in Lewiston schools as COVID-19 continues to spread
As of Monday, 156 students and 51 staff members had contracted the virus since schools reopened Sept. 14, according to the Lewiston Public Schools website.
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Lewiston High School tutoring program wins statewide award
The partnership with Bates College was recognized this week by the Maine Campus Compact.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Waterville prepares for students to attend summer ‘camps’
The Waterville Board of Education heard from school principals last week about plans for summer activities to help make up for academic and social-emotional loss students experienced during a year marked by the coronavirus pandemic.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Chizzle Wizzle continues in Augusta for 130th year
Cony Middle and High School’s annual event won’t be able to have an audience this year, but community members will be able to watch the show from the comfort of home.
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Maine school leaders urge state to move quickly on COVID-19 guidelines for fall
As parents in some districts clamor for more in-person learning, the state’s superintendents are pressing state agencies to issue COVID-19 guidelines for the fall term as soon as possible.
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Spruce Mountain School District planning in-person learning in the fall
The 2021-22 calendar assumes in-person learning will be possible.
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Strong resident indicted on terrorizing charges related to school lockdown
Christian A. Richards is accused of “communicating threats” to Strong Elementary School staff.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Oxford Hills, Schools & Education
Oxford’s school resource officer happy to be in the classroom
Steven Cronce said he was meant for the job.