Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School’s Tina Fox, Susan LeBlond and Kate McCarthy were nominated for a national award that recognizes teachers who make profound differences in the lives of children.
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Janet Mills says she approves of ‘millionaire’s tax’ passed by Maine budget panel
Democratic lawmakers on the Appropriations and Financial Affairs Committee voted to move advance Maine’s supplemental budget.
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Lewiston schools getting better at retaining teachers
In 2022, the district lost one-third of its educators. Since then, things have improved markedly.
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Maine teacher shortage prompts multipronged approach
Efforts are underway to raise pay, bolster a UMaine training program and reduce barriers to certification.
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Oxford Hills honors four educators
One middle school and three elementary school teachers were recognized as Staff Member of the Month,
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Maine educators ask Legislature to increase teachers’ minimum salary
A bill before the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee would raise the minimum teacher salary in Maine from $40,000 to $50,000 over the next 5 years.
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Senate advances Social Security Fairness Act
The bill co-sponsored by Sen. Susan Collins of Maine would eliminate limits on Social Security benefits for public sector employees, including teachers and firefighters.
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All Spruce Mountain substitutes to keep same rates of pay through June
The current rates will be effective through June 30, 2025.
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To improve teacher workforce, report says Maine needs better pathways
A new report from Educate Maine offers recommendations to improve educator recruitment and retention. The report is based on interviews with about 250 teachers statewide.
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Mt. Abram High School exclusive NYC field trip will foster creativity for 10 talented students
Mt. Abram art teacher wants to take five to ten students to New York City to explore the art scene in 2025.