Regional School Unit 9 directors tackle priorities in light of higher wages and benefit increases.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
New special education program keeps Lewiston students in district
Starting this school year, a new program called CLIMB serves 26 students in grades K-3 and aims to expand while keeping special education students in local schools, closer to their families and communities.
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Oxford Hills announces top students for Class of 2025
Five students of the top 5% in Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School’s Class of 2025 are earning average grades over 100.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Proposed bill would give Maine cities first chance to buy university buildings for sale
The bill is a response to the sale process of the Hutchinson Center in Belfast, but a University of Maine System official said no municipalities have ever submitted bids for university buildings.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Oxford Hills, Schools & Education
Oxford Hills school administrators working to curb student behaviors
Residents from West Paris addressed the board to mark one year since Agnes Gray Elementary School has closed.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Farmington-based school district voting on grant for community resource center
Voters in Regional School Unit 9 will decide March 24 on accepting $1.6 million to buy the former Arthur D. Ingalls School at 144 High St. in Farmington.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, News, Oxford Hills, Schools & Education
Norway officials hear update on school consolidation, new construction
The plan would close elementary schools in Norway, Harrison and Waterford and replace them with a new one.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
How would federal education changes impact Maine schools?
President Trump is pledging to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, which provided $250 million to Maine schools this year for some of the most vulnerable students.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Maine colleges are meeting students where they are: Online
Fully online graduate and undergraduate degrees, which schools say offer flexibility for busy adult students, are becoming more available across the state.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
New program connects Lewiston tech center students with local employers
The Experiential Learning Opportunities program at Lewiston Regional Technical Center offers students hands-on experience in fields such as medical sciences, automotive tech, and culinary arts.