The U.S. Department of Education is releasing the last $137 million of American Rescue Plan funds for Maine schools following approval of a state plan for spending the money.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
After nearly 20 COVID-19 cases in first week, Augusta schools prepared to move to remote learning if needed
Though not on the table yet, remote learning was discussed at Wednesday night’s Augusta school board meeting in case the district’s COVID-19 cases increase.
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As nation prepares to mark 20 years since 9/11, vivid images remain for central Mainers of the fateful day
From teachers and students to first responders, local people shared their memories of the terrorist attacks two decades later.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
Community members urge Readfield-area school board to rethink mask stance
Many Regional School Unit 38 students and educators still plan to wear masks, but worry for those around them who don’t.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Still cynical about changes in child care workforce – please prove me wrong
Early childhood education won’t be high-quality, affordable and well compensated until and unless it is part of the common good, just like public school.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
Shortage of school bus drivers prompts districts to offer big incentives
Some are trying to lure new hires by offering bonuses as big as $3,000, as the pandemic makes a longstanding problem worse.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Insight: America’s reckoning with Indian boarding schools
When coming to terms with the history of a destructive policy, the nation needs to be guided by accountability, not pity.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Teacher vaccination mandates enacted in some states, but not in the works in Maine
Superintendents and teachers union representatives in several Maine districts said they aren’t discussing vaccination mandates and many believe the staff vaccination rate is high enough to make mandates unnecessary.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News, Schools and Education
Q&A: Will my children be safe at school this fall?
Experts say the safety of in-person learning during the COVID-19 pandemic hinges on vaccinations, masking practices, distancing, testing and other factors.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
Richmond school principal steps down after 2 weeks on the job, returns to teaching, coaching
Troy Kendrick took the position in early July, only to decide two weeks later to go back to the classroom and soccer field, where his true passion lies.