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Schools and Education

Published
April 25, 2019

Maine OKs end to shaming of students who can’t pay for meals

The Legislature passes a bill to require that students in school are fed whether or not they are able to pay.
Published
April 25, 2019

Father of teen who drowned during school trip sues Lewiston and the state

The federal lawsuit claims the city and state didn't follow their safety protocols during the middle school Range Pond visit.
Published
April 25, 2019

SAD 75 teachers say they are underpaid, push for raises

Salaries for teachers in the public school district that serve Topsham, Harpswell, Bowdoin and Bowdoinham say they make much less than neighboring peers.
Published
April 24, 2019

Poll: Is the college admissions process fair? Many Americans say no

Many Americans believe the college admissions process puts too much emphasis on wealth, family ties and athletic ability.
Published
April 24, 2019

Bids to fix Portland’s Lyseth School come in millions above estimates

Lyseth is the first of four Portland elementary schools to be renovated using a $64.4 million bond approved by voters in 2017.

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Published
April 23, 2019

Colby College gets ‘remarkable gift’ for future downtown Waterville art center

The Paul J. Schupf Art Center at the heart of the city will be named for longtime art collector and Colby benefactor, Paul J. Schupf.
Published
April 23, 2019

Bill to ban vaping at schools sails through Maine Senate

The measure, which would make it illegal to have electronic cigarettes on school grounds in Maine, now goes to the governor.
Published
April 23, 2019

House passes bill to ban Native American mascots in Maine public schools

The Democratic-controlled House voted 88-49 largely along party lines Tuesday to approved the legislation.
Published
April 23, 2019

Proposal would require Maine students to learn about Holocaust

Maine lawmakers are considering a bill designed to require students to learn about the Holocaust
Published
April 23, 2019

Report: Quarter of in-state UMaine System students have tuition and fees covered

The state's college system says grants and scholarships cover tuition and fees for 4,077 students.