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Schools and Education

Published
February 8, 2014

Lewiston-Auburn charter school board denies links with Turkish imam

Board members say the proposed charter school would have no affiliation with imam Fethullah Gulen, who lives in Pennsylvania.
Published
February 4, 2014

Maine virtual-school backers defend education company’s reputation

A 2012 investigation showed schools connected to K12 Inc. have fared poorly when it comes to student achievement.
Published
February 4, 2014

Probe finds mistakes in Westbrook suspensions controversy

Some actions by school officials led to a perception of special treatment for student-athletes, but there was no misconduct, says the report.
Published
February 4, 2014

Husson opens more ‘campus-like’ campus in Westbrook

The Bangor-based university bought property in southern Maine for the first time.
Published
February 1, 2014

Westbrook school officials don’t release report on student suspensions

The 26-page report looked into a decision by Westbrook High officials to lift the suspensions of student athletes who were allegedly at an underage drinking party.

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Published
January 31, 2014

Sex abuse often covered up in schools, new report says

Many schools settle claims of child sex abuse within school districts, according to the report.
Published
January 30, 2014

Portland school board member to step down in June

Elizabeth Brooks says she is resigning to return to her native England.
Published
January 30, 2014

First two Maine virtual schools get initial approval

The schools, whose previous proposals were rejected, will take the next step forward, as will a school operated by followers of a Turkish imam. A Montessori school is rejected.
Published
January 29, 2014

Gorham’s school renovation vote postponed again

In 2015, voters will be asked to OK renovations and a new turf field at the high school at a cost of $16.8 million.
Published
January 27, 2014

Westbrook elementary school secretary named best in state

The Maine Principals’ Association has named June Lentz 2014 Secretary of the Year.