They haven’t changed since the mid-2000s, but population shifts have occurred, resulting in an uneven balance of enrollment and demographics across Portland’s K-8 schools.
Schools and Education
News about schools and education from the Portland Press Herald.
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What to know for South Portland’s return to school
Assistant Superintendent Johanna Price answers your back to school questions.
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Brunswick schools share important updates, new cellphone policy
Brunswick school district students return to classrooms on Sept. 2 and 3.
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Topsham-area superintendent shares back-to-school updates, new cellphone policy
The Mt. Ararat Middle and High schools will implement a cellphone–free policy this year.
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The trendy styles that will be seen around Maine schools
From small plushies to socks and sandals, here are some of the common items you’ll see students showing off this school year.
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What Portland families need to know about the new school year
The 2025-26 school year begins this week. Changes include 2 new school holidays and a cellphone ban.
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What to know for Cumberland, North Yarmouth’s return to school
SAD 51 Superintendent Jeff Porter answers the essential questions about changes to the school year ahead.
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What to know for Yarmouth’s return to school
Yarmouth Superintendent Andrew Dolloff answers the essential questions about changes to the school year ahead.
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Falmouth’s new superintendent is ready to welcome back students
Steve Nolan began in Falmouth in July, and comes to the town with decades of experience as a superintendent, principal and math teacher.
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What to know for Scarborough’s return to school
Superintendent Diane Nadeau answers back-to-school questions.