Local sponsors covered lodging costs so Stratton, Spruce Mountain and Mt. Abram students could experience overnight outdoor trips at Maine Huts & Trails’ backcountry lodges.
Schools & Education
News and information about schools and education from the Sun Journal.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education, The Bethel Citizen
Bethel elementary students honor veterans with ‘Field of Flags’
Third graders at Crescent Park Elementary School raise $750 for Disabled American Veterans and plant flags to show respect and gratitude.
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Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Auburn teacher honored for meeting students’ emotional needs: ‘When they have fears, we address them’
Christine Samson has taught in the Auburn school system for 33 years, the past 18 at Sherwood Heights.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
UMF bringing ‘A Christmas Carol’ to life
The University of Maine at Farmington will present a community-centered, music-filled production of ‘A Christmas Carol’ on Nov. 20-23 at the Emery Community Arts Center, featuring local performers of all ages and a call to support area food pantries.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Farmington principal issues apology in wake of uproar over ICE Halloween costume
Regional School Unit 9 Superintendent Christian Elkington and Principal James Black issued statements Thursday.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Auburn’s new performing arts center sees growth, expects a profit
The Auburn School Committee was told the Donald M. Gay center at Edward Little High School is attracting paying acts with more to come.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Jay schools strengthen substance use prevention efforts with new funding
Program coordinator Jayde Couture told the Jay Select Board that a new 5-year federal grant is helping RSU 73 students combat substance use and mental health stigma through education, outreach and community engagement.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Girls missing from Topsham elementary school found safe
The second-grade students went missing for about 3 hours Thursday after leaving Woodside Elementary School on foot, according to Sagadahoc County emergency officials.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics, Schools & Education
Bowdoin alums criticize college’s response to Mamdani victory
A social media post acknowledging the 2014 graduate’s win in New York City drew more than 600 comments criticizing the college for not including a statement of congratulations or even a photo of the mayor-elect.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Lisbon voters finally pass school budget on third attempt
The $21.2 million budget received support from 55% of the voters.