Work will begin after a construction contract is awarded, which could happen as soon as March 18.
Schools & Education
News and information about schools and education from the Sun Journal.
Colby College students describe ‘unique’ experience living at Lockwood Hotel
About 100 students are calling the downtown hotel home for the 2020-21 school year as the building is being finished at 9 Main St.
Distancing requirements limit reopening options for Maine schools
They remain the biggest barrier to in-school learning, as teacher vaccinations lead parents to pressure districts for more classroom time.
Schools are serving fewer meals and losing money
Because of remote instruction, students are eating at home.
Vaccine clinics around the state give older school employees a shot in the arm
Those 60 and older are being vaccinated in Brunswick and at other dedicated clinics this weekend as the state continues its efforts to prioritize educators and childcare workers.
Educators ages 60 and older to be vaccinated Saturday at Augusta Civic Center clinic
In order to attend, teachers and staff that met the age requirement had to be selected by their school district.
Bates College plans a traditional graduation ceremony in May
After canceling commencement last year because of COVID-19, college officials happy to see seniors off in person this semester.
Remote learning expands accessibility in education, study abroad
What new learning methods will stick after the pandemic? International virtual exchanges may be here to stay.
Spruce Mountain schools can begin baseball, softball practices
Superintendent Scott Albert will make the final determination after the Maine Principals’ Association guidelines are set.
Rumford high school students, graduate say jobs program improved their lives
Jobs for Maine Graduates is a partnership between educators and businesses.