The school committee voted unanimously to add Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur to the district’s holiday calendar.
Schools & Education
News and information about schools and education from the Sun Journal.
Auburn considers returning high school students to in-person, full-time instruction
The School Committee will consider a proposal to return grades 9-12 to full-time, in-person instruction for the fourth quarter, starting April 5.
Final beam to be placed at new wing in Lewiston High School
Monday ceremony featured signatures by officials, students and staff.
Auburn traffic to be rerouted for Edward Little High School construction
Work will begin after a construction contract is awarded, which could happen as soon as March 18.
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.