Residents voted in March to return the deed of the one-room former schoolhouse back to the town of Pittston, with the hope of hastening much-needed repairs and improvements.
Schools & Education
News and information about schools and education from the Sun Journal.
Posted inRiver Valley, Rumford Falls Times, Schools & Education
Dixfield-based middle school to allow fifth graders to play some sports teams
T.W. Kelly Dirigo Middle School will allow fifth graders on the middle school teams depending on the need or availability to fill a team’s roster.
advertisement
Posted inSchools & Education
With too many applications for housing, this Maine university moves some students to Best Western hotel
The University of Maine at Augusta’s enrollment has increased steadily over the years, and the incoming class has 300 students, or 17% more than last year’s entering class, according to officials.
Posted inFranklin, News, Schools & Education
Farmington area superintendent updates school directors on water leak, facility repairs
Superintendent Christian Elkington discussed ongoing efforts to address a significant leak in the fire suppression system at Mt. Blue Middle School, which has resulted in air quality concerns and potential costly repairs.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Hodgkin out Friday as superintendent of Winthrop Public Schools
Jim Hodgkin, who was planning to step down Nov. 1 and expecting to help with the school district’s transition to an interim superintendent, was told last week that his contract would be terminated Aug. 30.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, News, Schools & Education
‘All so confusing’: Student loan borrowers in limbo after courts halt popular plan
The dueling court cases seeking to overturn the Save repayment plan are creating a harmful ripple effect throughout the federal student loan system.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News, Schools & Education
Photos: Spruce Mountain students begin new year
Family and friends gathered Thursday morning to see students attending Spruce Mountain schools head off for the first day of school.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Schools & Education
Auburn starts the school year with 23 new teachers
Student enrollment numbers are up from last year, Superintendent Susan Dorris said. Replacement of the Edward Little High School’s gym floor is scheduled for Oct. 15.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Finalists announced for 2025 Maine Teacher of the Year award
The winner, who will be announced in October, will go on to represent Maine in the National Teacher of the Year program.
Posted inRiver Valley, Rumford Falls Times, Schools & Education
First day of school in Peru highlights technology, digital information
About 330 students are enrolled at Dirigo Elementary School in Peru, Principal Charlie Swan said Wednesday.