The Blue Crew Robotics team will share classroom space at Foster CTE and use nearby storage while district leaders work toward a long-term plan.
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Farmington-based schools face hiring challenges, look to subs to fill gaps
Superintendent Christian Elkington told the board Aug. 12 that late teacher resignations and class size shifts have left RSU 9 relying on long-term substitutes.
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Mt. Blue robotics mentor says farewell to district
Richard Wilde gave a heartfelt farewell after 26 years with the district.
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Mt. Blue district board confronts federal funding delays, approves purchases
The Mt. Blue school district, RSU 9, faces a $255K shortfall due to delayed federal funds as the board approves technology purchases, staffing plans, and policy updates.
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Farmington LGBTQ+ leaders condemn RSU 73 policy targeting trans youth
Franklin County Pride ME board members and others are denouncing RSU 73’s new policy restricting transgender students, citing legal concerns and student harm.
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Instructor resigns over possible relocation of Mt. Blue robotics team
Longtime teacher Richard Wilde left the district after he said the administration decided to move the team off the Mt. Blue Campus, but Superintendent Christian Elkington says nothing has been decided yet.
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Farmington school board chair bids farewell, honors staff at final board meeting
Dorothy Robinson closed her tenure as Regional School Unit 9 board chair by honoring Pamela Chernesky and Misty Carrow as May’s standout staff members.
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Mt. Blue school board restores original policy vote timeline before board exits
Superintendent Elkington reversed a timeline change to ensure outgoing board members could vote on the electronic devices policy.
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Blue Crew Robotics faces loss of workspace at Mt. Blue Campus
Blue Crew Robotics Team 6153 urges community support after learning it must vacate its robotics space despite a season of major awards and outreach.
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Mt. Blue board reviews summer plans, student needs
The RSU 9 Board met June 12 to approve the 2025-26 budget, discuss staffing and policy updates, and hear reports on nutrition and student support programs.