School systems throughout the country reported using less than 15% of the latest round of federal education funding allotted to them during the last school year.
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Maine students’ math and reading scores plummet during pandemic
The first comprehensive look at how the nation’s students are faring after two years of pandemic learning shows decades of academic progress erased – in Maine and nationwide.
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Harpswell charter school hunts for ways to reopen even as it plans its closure
Two weeks after the Maine Charter School Commission decided not to renew Harpswell Coastal Academy’s charter, school leadership is beginning the complicated and untested closure process, even as it searches for routes to reopen.
Posted inTimes Record
In wake of pandemic and loss of beloved music teacher, new Morse High band director moves to rebuild program
High School Band Director Andrew Chipman was hired this year after the passing of his predecessor, Anthony Marro.
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Maine Gardener: A new program will train students, and others, to work in horticulture
The industry needs more skilled workers. Creators of the Horticulture Apprentice Training Program hope to help fill the gap.
Posted inTimes Record
Region 10 Tech instructor named Career and Technical Education’s Teacher of the Year
Jean Palmer, Region 10 Technical High School’s creative digital media instructor, was recognized at the CTE Conference in Lewiston Oct. 7.
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Harpswell charter school set to close after commissioners shoot down renewal bid
The Maine Charter School Commission narrowly rejected Harpswell Coastal Academy’s charter renewal application Tuesday afternoon, ending the school’s months-long fight for survival.
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Supreme Court ruling on religious schools has broader impact in Maine
A special exception in state law already allows the use of taxpayer funds to send students to private schools, extending the reach of the Supreme Court’s decision.
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Board of Buxton school district votes against removing book from library
Parents who mounted a challenge to keeping the book, “Gender Queer: A Memoir,” on the shelves of the Bonny Eagle High School library failed to convince the board to remove the book on gender and sexuality
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Dozens turn out to support Harpswell charter school as commission weighs future
More than 30 students, parents and community members spoke in support of Harpswell Coastal Academy at a public hearing Thursday evening, less than two weeks before the Maine Charter School Commission will vote on the school’s future.