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PublishedAugust 11, 2021
California becomes 1st state to require vaccine or testing for teachers and school staff
Gov. Gavin Newsom cites the surging delta variant, which has challenged plans for the opening of school this fall across the country.
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PublishedAugust 11, 2021
Fears of delta variant ignite anger as schools reopen across the country
Throughout the delta-plagued country, officials in big cities and rural counties must balance safety, science and political fealty.
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PublishedAugust 6, 2021
Schools reopen with masks optional in many U.S. classrooms
Most states are leaving it up to local schools to decide whether to require masks.
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PublishedMay 12, 2021
In response to pandemic, proposal looks to protect Maine teachers from bullying
A spokesman for teachers said the pandemic has revealed that school workers face unique job challenges and should be able to work in an environment free from bullying.
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PublishedMarch 22, 2021
Bill would give Maine teachers lifetime certification after 20 years on the job
The state teachers' union supports the measure, but a group representing school boards opposes the legislation, saying it could erode teacher quality in Maine.
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PublishedMarch 16, 2021
Schools weigh whether to seat students closer together
New evidence that it may be safe for schools to seat students 3 feet apart – half of the previous recommended distance – could offer a way to return more of the nation’s children to classrooms.
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PublishedFebruary 19, 2021
Commentary: Nationwide, K-12 schools need more state, federal help to reopen safely
They are trying to support students through distance learning, safely resume in-person instruction and help them catch up.
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PublishedDecember 31, 2020
Four of Maine’s 16 counties remain ‘yellow’ in school reopening advisory system
The state released its latest set of county advisories for schools on Thursday, and Androscoggin, Cumberland, Oxford and York remain 'yellow' as infection rates continue to tick upward.
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PublishedDecember 2, 2020
Commentary: U.S. is falling behind in science and engineering. Here are 3 ways to catch up
Turning the tide will require new educational policy, targeted federal funding and visionary executive leadership
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PublishedSeptember 28, 2020
U.S. to ship millions of tests in push to reopen K-12 schools
Monday's announcement comes as confirmed new COVID-19 cases remain elevated at more than 40,000 per day.
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