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Schools and Education

Published
October 29, 2014

Students and faculty protest cuts at USM as teachers get layoff notices

Several dozen gather on the Portland campus to speak out against the elimination of 50 faculty positions because of a budget crisis.
Published
October 28, 2014

USM begins laying off faculty members

Some are upset to get the news by voicemail, while the Muskie school is targeted for deep cuts.
Published
October 27, 2014

For-profit company’s role scaled back in plan for Maine second virtual charter school

The head of Maine Virtual Academy's board says officials would hire teachers and run the school independently despite the affiliation with Virginia-based K12 Inc.
Published
October 27, 2014

Language arts dying out at USM

The decision to cut French and three faculty jobs means Spanish and the Classics programs are set to end too. Part-timers will teach some courses.
Published
October 26, 2014

Panel offers findings on making college affordable

A special state commission calls for more funding through the needs-based Maine State Grant program.

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Published
October 24, 2014

UMaine System trustees cut two more academic programs at USM

The master's program in applied medical sciences and the undergraduate French program are eliminated on a 9-2 vote after dozens speak against the cuts.
Published
October 23, 2014

Maine’s education chief aims to dispel Ebola fears

Education Commissioner Jim Rier issues an open letter to school officials and parents in response to mounting questions and concerns.
Published
October 23, 2014

Maine business leaders roll up their sleeves for education goals

Educate Maine's second report tracks 10 key indicators and sets goals for improvement.
Published
October 22, 2014

UMaine system panel backs cutting USM programs

Thirty-six faculty members took an enhanced retirement package by Monday's deadline, with 24 of them in departments targeted for cuts.
Published
October 20, 2014

Carrabec High School students build skills along with greenhouse

They participate in Learning Works AIMS HIGH AmeriCorps community service projects.