Roughly 1,700 students and their families in five school systems are expected to benefit from the pilot, MaineHousing said.
Schools & Education
News and information about schools and education from the Sun Journal.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Maine, News, Schools & Education
Lisbon middle school construction slated to begin next year
An addition and renovations at Phillip W. Sugg school is expected to take about 18 months.
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Posted inFranklin, Maine, News, Schools & Education
Wilton schools’ principal explains challenges facing education today
RSU 9 board of directors told of progress in reducing absenteeism.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, Schools & Education
Fayette board reviews infrastructure, internet pricing, website updates
The Fayette Select Board reviewed infrastructure projects funded by a $3.1 million surplus, discussed Fidium internet pricing inequities, and unveiled updates to the town’s website at their Jan. 7 meeting.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News, Schools & Education
Lewiston School Committee reelects Megan Parks as chairperson
Rescinding last Monday’s controversial vote to appoint current chair Megan Parks for another term, the committee voted 5-4 in favor of Parks again.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Cape Elizabeth parents shared old tests, principal says
Some parents have been passing each other old notes and tests to give their students an unfair advantage, the principal said in a letter to families.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Maine higher education leaders praise governor’s proposed budget
Gov. Janet Mills’ $11.6 billion spending plan includes a 4% increase for higher education, an extension of the free community college program, and state contributions for the new Paid Family Medical Leave program.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News, Schools & Education
Store Next Door now in Auburn with resources for homeless youth
The Store Next Door brings basic necessities like food and personal hygiene items to homeless students in Lewiston and Auburn to keep them in school and see them through graduation and beyond.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education, Sports, Varsity Maine, Wrestling
Oakland-area wrestling coach fired after allegedly assaulting student
The student’s family has sought a temporary protection from harassment order against Patrick Engleright following the alleged incident at practice Dec. 19 at Messalonskee High School.
Posted inNation / World, News, Schools & Education
At least 9 Maine school districts now affected by software breach
The K-12 student information platform PowerSchool suffered a cybersecurity breach, and informed numerous school districts that they may have been affected.