Some learners chafe at lost in-class experiences; others appreciate remote flexibility. For now, the university system doesn’t seem ready to reverse its pandemic-era shift.
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Readfield-area high school to go remote due to staff shortages from uptick in COVID-19 cases
School officials can’t figure out what caused the spike, and so far only Maranacook Community High School has been impacted.
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Wiscasset schools switch to temporary remote learning after COVID-19 cases rise
Both Wiscasset schools are scheduled to conduct distance learning Friday, Jan. 28 through Wednesday, Feb. 2.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Portland Public Schools offers Remote Academy for those eligible
Portland Public Schools is accepting applications for Remote Academy for the 2021-2022 school year for students who qualify for a health accommodation. A health accommodation, according to the district, is “a documented physical health condition for the student or a member of their immediate household for which a licensed physician requires that they not attend […]
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North Yarmouth parent sues SAD 51 seeking access to remote-learning records
Kristi Wright has argued the school district is moving too slowly in response to her request for public records before a June 8 election for school board members.
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COVID-19 cases in Maine schools rise to highest levels of the pandemic
School officials say the increase is a reflection of community spread, not transmission in schools, and several are continuing with plans to increase in-person learning.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Portland Public Schools finalizing plans for more in-person learning
Portland Public Schools is finalizing plans to increase in-person instruction for students throughout the district amidst continued concerns from parents, students and members of the public. Assistant Superintendent Melea Nalli said options for elementary and middle school students include more partial in-person learning days; extending the time and days students are physically in schools; increasing […]
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Maine Voices: In my last year of teaching, I ‘lost’ a student
The children most at risk before COVID are affected even more now. If you know of a child who is not engaged in school, please speak up.
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Maine Voices: Focus on learning loss overlooks everything our kids have weathered
Young people have lost loved ones, connections with friends and family and a stable routine. Let’s give them extra time to learn academic skills.
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Hallowell-area superintendent claims staff responsible for 85% of district’s COVID cases
Regional School Unit 2 Superintendent Tonya Arnold sent an email to staff Feb. 3, telling them to ‘find ways to enjoy themselves without increasing exposure to the virus’ during February vacation.