‘Our Super-Senior-off-the bench Seth (Dupuis) scored two goals in two minutes … it’s his first year on the team … his energy picks everyone up.’
Schools & Education
News and information about schools and education from the Sun Journal.
Maine students reject voter ID, pass red flag referendum in mock election
Twenty-nine schools across the state reported results from more than 4,000 students in the mock election hosted by the Maine Department of the Secretary of State on Tuesday.
Maine students vote in first mock referendum election
At Morse High School in Bath, one of the 78 schools that participated in Tuesday’s mock election, students said they felt informed about the red flag referendum, less so about the voter ID proposal.
Mt. Blue-area schools report 251 students learning at home this year
Superintendent Christian Elkington reported improved attendance and 251 students learning at home, with families citing flexibility and individualized education as key reasons.
Oxford Hills to vote Nov. 4 on seeking funds for new middle school
The referendum also asked voters if they also want a locally-funded larger gym and bleachers as well as a new outdoor learning center.
Telstar Girls Soccer win their first playoff game
Telstar came out strong, leading 4-0 at halftime and ultimately winning 5-2.
These Maine students are sinking to the bottom
Three charts show how steep some testing declines have been.
Leaders struggled to respond as more Maine students began to flounder
There is no consensus around why certain Maine kids are performing worse on tests, but losses may reflect deeper challenges facing Maine schools and families.
How do Maine schools decide to go into lockdown?
Experts say with careful planning and drills, schools can minimize trauma to students when responding to safety threats.
West Paris debates future of Agnes Gray property
More than 50 residents attended a public hearing to give input and ask questions about the town acquiring the vacated elementary school from Maine School Administrative District 17.