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Schools and Education

Published
August 12, 2016

Former Massachusetts education secretary to lead Alabama schools

Michael Sentance, an education adviser and reformer, is chosen to make changes in Alabama public schools.
Published
August 12, 2016

St. Albans teacher to face no charges in alleged excessive force incident

Somerset County District Attorney Maeghan Maloney said that while her office determined no crime was committed, she does not have jurisdiction over school policy.
Published
August 12, 2016

Maine officials extend student computer contract

But officials say they are still considering ways to change the school laptop program, which gives students state-financed computer devices.
Published
August 12, 2016

Anson-based SAD 74 names interim superintendent

Lyford Beverage, a former superintendent in Madison and Wiscasset, will take over on an interim basis as the district seeks a replacement for Ken Coville, who recently was named president and director of development for the Good Will-Hinckley organization.
Published
August 11, 2016

Unity College expects all-time high enrollment, touts campus, academic strides

A $20 million buildout over the last few years, additional faculty and other changes will complement the 7.7 percent enrollment surge, school officials say.

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Published
August 10, 2016

Augusta school board votes to remove ban on members talking to media

Board members also voted Wednesday to give a 2.5 percent raise to Superintendent James Anastasio.
Published
August 10, 2016

Teens in Gardiner learn about life choices at leadership seminar

The Human Element Seminar was offered by Brian Warren, of Rangeley, at the Gardiner Public Library to help area teens develop leadership skills.
Published
August 10, 2016

UMaine System to pay $30,000 to settle lawsuit by fired UMA athletic director

Warren Newton, who was fired in 2015 from his job at the Augusta campus, agrees to drop all claims under the terms of a settlement.
Published
August 9, 2016

Skowhegan’s Coffee and Conversation session Tuesday night reveals plans for a charter high school

Cornville Regional Charter School hopes to take over the former Holland's Variety Drug store downtown.
Published
August 8, 2016

Madison officials discuss how best to use additional state aid

More than $500,000 received by the Madison school district will remain in the district's carryover account for the time being, though officials are discussing ways it could offset future taxes.