The legislation, which carries a price of $34 million, won unanimous support from lawmakers, who said it would help students avoid stigma and improve learning.
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Maine schools plan for five days per week of in-person learning this fall
Districts are weighing whether to participate in the state’s pooled testing program for COVID-19, which allows for the easing of physical distancing, and some are scaling back or eliminating remote options.
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Maine charter schools post mixed results but fill a need for families
Ten years after charter schools were authorized in Maine, academic outcomes vary but supporters say they’re meeting a need for students who don’t fit in traditional classrooms.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
After investigation, U.S. Justice Department and Lewiston schools strike deal on reforms to end ‘discriminatory’ practices
The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Maine said in a statement Thursday that the agreement will end the district’s “systemic and discriminatory practice” of excluding students from attending school for full days because of behaviors related to their disabilities, and will provide more support for English language learners.
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Lewiston High School 2021 graduation to remain at airport
A signed contract and loss of contracted expenses cited as reasons.
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Voters to decide on Lewiston school budget
A referendum is set for Tuesday, May 25, at the Longley building.
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Central and western Maine schools lose state money as COVID-19 cuts enrollment
More parents home-schooled during the coronavirus pandemic this year. Fewer students meant fewer state dollars for local education.
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Bill would make all Maine children eligible for free breakfast, lunch in schools
Legislation sponsored by Senate President Troy Jackson would require Maine to supplement what the state receives in federal funding for free and reduced lunch coverage.
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Gowns, tuxedos, dancing shoes — and masks — for prom nights in Lewiston
Lewiston High School Athletic Director Jason Fuller turned interior decorator Saturday to hang stars, white lights and clouds under a tent at the school for prom night.
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Waterville prepares for students to attend summer ‘camps’
The Waterville Board of Education heard from school principals last week about plans for summer activities to help make up for academic and social-emotional loss students experienced during a year marked by the coronavirus pandemic.