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Schools and Education

Published
February 12, 2019

Owl killed by car will help UNE students learn specimen preservation

Associate Professor Noah Perlut, an ornithologist and the chairman of the environmental studies department, is offering a class in specimen preservation that teaches students a museum skill and adds to the school's wildlife collection.
Published
February 12, 2019

Truancy law may soon cover Maine’s youngest students

After falling short after vetoes by Gov. Paul LePage the last 2 sessions, legislators this year are likely to push through a measure to extend truancy laws to 5- and 6-year-olds enrolled in school.
Published
February 11, 2019

First U.S. coal plant in years to open in Alaska

A 17-megawatt generator will open in April at the University of Alaska Fairbanks.
Published
February 11, 2019

Isabella Ferriter of Cape Elizabeth wins Cumberland County Spelling Bee

The 7th-grader was perfect for 25 rounds, sealing her victory with the correct spelling of piazza.
Published
February 11, 2019

Lewiston names Vermont high school principal as new superintendent

Todd Finn, who will replace Bill Webster at the end of June, is credited with transforming schools where he worked.

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Published
February 11, 2019

Committee rejects Maine bill requiring parental notification of ‘obscene material’ in classrooms

Lawmakers were uncomfortable with the prospect of teachers facing criminal charges for failing to notify parents when using books that have literary value but contain descriptions of sexual situations.
Published
February 10, 2019

Influx of exchange students fuels Temple Academy girls basketball

The team, made up of students from nine countries, started the season with several players who had never touched a ball and is now headed to the state tournament with a 14-4 record.
Published
February 9, 2019

Red flag: More states pass seizure laws to solve gun problem

'Parkland would never have happened if Florida had a red flag law,' a parent says.
Published
February 9, 2019

Two SAD 75 school board members resign, say they ‘no longer’ have panel’s trust

The members, both from Harpswell, suggest an impaired relationship with the board in the Topsham-based district.
Published
February 8, 2019

Maine school leaders applaud Mills for prioritizing education in budget

The governor's proposal includes more money for pre-kindergarten, raising minimum teacher pay to $40,000 and increasing support for higher education.