A project in Saco Bay looks at how best to grow kelp in the open ocean, with an eye toward producing biofuel if it can be grown efficiently at a large enough scale.
Schools & Education
News and information about schools and education from the Sun Journal.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Bill would make all Maine children eligible for free breakfast, lunch in schools
Legislation sponsored by Senate President Troy Jackson would require Maine to supplement what the state receives in federal funding for free and reduced lunch coverage.
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Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Oxford Hills, Schools & Education
New Oxford Hills superintendent brings broad range of teaching, administrative experiences
Years before remote education became the norm, Monica Henson was overseeing school systems that employed virtual and hybrid learning environments.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Schools & Education
Auburn schools plan to fully reopen in the fall
A detailed plan developed by a steering committee sets parameters for reentry.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Schools & Education
Photo Album: Lewiston celebrates the Class of 2021’s Top Ten students with food and fanfare
Lewiston High School hosts Class of 2021 luncheon for students and their families
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Lewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
Masks are still required in schools, despite state loosening some rules
Lewiston Schools Superintendent Jake Langlais said he’s torn about Mills’ unmasking directive.
Posted inNews, Oxford Hills, Schools & Education
Oxford Hills school district hires Monica Henson as new superintendent
Monica Henson comes from New Hampshire School Administrative Unit 44 and will start July 1.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Schools & Education
Lewiston board approves student flight amid safety concerns
Two Air Force Junior ROTC cadets will receive flight instruction on a small plane.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
Auburn council approves $48.3 million school budget
The council also approved a final reading of next year’s municipal budget. Taxpayers will see a 19-cent increase in the property tax rate.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Schools & Education
UMaine professor working to make environmentally friendly disinfectant
William DeSisto is working with manufacturers on technology to increase local production of a bleach alternative made from salt, water and electricity.