A shortage of bus drivers forces Lewiston superintendent to switch schools to remote-only this week.
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Canton plans bicentennial fundraiser May 1
Black and White Gala with dinner and music will be held May 1 under a heated tent at the ball field.
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Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Skowhegan Area High School shifts to remote learning after 105 students, staff quarantine due to COVID-19 case
The school expects to return Wednesday to its hybrid learning model.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Children’s Discovery Museum in Waterville to begin building renovations
The museum at 7 Eustis Parkway has delayed opening due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A date for that opening has yet to be set.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Schools & Education
Despite pandemic challenges, Thomas College’s 2020 grads employed and making impact in central Maine
Of Thomas College’s 238 graduates in the Class of 2020, 88% are employed despite a changing job market.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Thomas, Colby colleges planning in-person 2021 commencement ceremonies
Thomas College’s commencement is scheduled for May 14-15, while Colby’s is planned for May 22-23.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Lack of central Maine bus drivers adds obstacle to getting students back to school full-time
School officials have said a lack of drivers will impact getting students back to school in person, five days a week, and it’s an issue statewide.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Maine teachers use lessons learned during pandemic to reimagine education
A federal grant is providing a venue for hundreds of educators to take courses on innovation and pilot design with the chance to get funding for remote learning projects in their schools.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Schools & Education, Sports, Varsity Maine
Separate COVID-19 cases at Lewiston and Edward Little high schools cause pause for some spring sports
All sports and activities at Edward Little are suspended until Monday; only some Lewiston teams have been affected.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Schools & Education
COVID-19 cases reported at Lewiston-Auburn schools
Lewiston High School Assistant Principal Jay Dufour speculated that the uptick in cases may be due to youth activities and events outside of the school system.