STRONG — Young people are spending more time in front of the computer, television and other entertainment media and less time learning about their environment, RSU 58 directors were told Thursday night. Directors, who met at the Strong Elementary School, learned about opportunities for students to learn about wildlife, to master survival skills and to […]
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Maine students participating in mock election
AUGUSTA (AP) — Maine students are casting their ballots for governor and representatives in Washington in a mock election. Students from more than 125 schools are expected to participate in the “Rally and Tally” event at the Augusta Armory on Wednesday. They’ll hear from First Lady Ann LePage, Democratic candidate for governor Mike Michaud and […]
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Progress reports approved for K-2 Lewiston students
LEWISTON — Parents of students in kindergarten through grade two will receive a report of their children’s progress this year, administrators advised the School Committee on Monday night. The reports will show whether students are on track to meet end-of-grade expectations. School Department Chief Academic Officer Sue Martin said the six elementary schools are rolling […]
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Company president to students: Manufacturing is not dead
AUBURN — Inside Mountain Machine Works, in front of sixth-graders wearing safety glasses, Joe Wing held a round, metal pulley as he talked about machine tools. Friday was National Manufacturing Day, a time to show people that manufacturing is not dead. Auburn students from Fairview and Washburn elementary schools also toured Thos. Moser Cabinetmakers. “These […]
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New Lewiston school redistricting panel gets to work Tuesday
LEWISTON — A new 22-member committee assigned with recommending which students should attend a new school will hold its first meeting Tuesday. The Redistricting Committee will meet from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Lewiston School Department’s Dingley Building on Oak Street. Before Lewiston plans the design and location for a new elementary school, the […]
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Maine schools will ask military families to self-identify so students can get support
BANGOR — Students at public schools across the state will get a letter to take home next month asking if they are members of military families. Parents who fill out the questionnaire will help school districts ensure that students who are eligible are getting the necessary accommodations, according to the Maine Department of Education. Responding […]
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USM, Maine Maritime among nation’s most expensive public colleges
PORTLAND (AP) — A U.S. Department of Education report puts the University of Southern Maine and Maine Maritime Academy among the most expensive public colleges for in-state students. USM came in 23rd for four-year colleges with $18,177 a year in net costs, or the amount students paid after grants and scholarships. The report lists Maine […]
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Tell your student: Marijuana is risky
Is alcohol better or worse for your brain than marijuana? We’re not sure, and it really doesn’t matter when it comes to young people, their futures and their performance in school. In a recent survey of 900 students at Lewiston High School, more than half said they believe smoking pot causes little or no harm, […]
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Parents invited to talk about marijuana Thursday at LHS
LEWISTON — Following an increase in student discipline because of marijuana brought to school, parents of Lewiston students and community members are invited to a school–parent–community forum on drugs Thursday night at Lewiston High School. The forum will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the multipurpose room. It will feature a panel discussion […]