Spruce Mountain school budget cut by $100,000

The amount for regular instruction in Regional School Unit 73 was decreased $100,000 after numbers obtained from Anthem for insurances came in less than anticipated.

Turner-based school board adopts $32 million budget

Lawmakers consider bill to raise minimum teacher salary

Supporters say raising the minimum from the current $40,000 to $50,000 by the 2027-28 school year is needed to fight a teacher shortage. Foes worry that a mandate could lead to tax increases and the rejection of school budgets.

Winthrop School Board approves budget proposal with less than 1% increase

The $12.8 million school spending plan has a modest increase from last year, despite what officials called a "difficult" budget year.

U.S. would bar full ban on trans athletes but allow exceptions

A new rule proposed by the Biden administration would prevent schools and colleges from enacting outright bans on transgender athletes, but it would allow certain limits to promote fairness or reduce injuries.

Auburn School Department returns education technicians, sports program to budget

The owner of a property valued at $200,000 could expect to pay about $58 more in school tax under the proposed budget.

Photo: Lewiston students walk out in support of gun reform

About 50 student walked out of Lewiston High School on Wednesday in protest of school violence.

Photo Album: Prom Gown Giveaway in Auburn

Over 500 gowns will be available for free from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday during the Woman's Literary Union's 10th annual Prom Gown Giveaway in Auburn.

Mother sues school district for keeping child’s gender expression secret

Amber Lavigne is suing Central Lincoln County School leaders and employees, saying the district did not inform her about her child's gender expression.

First lady Jill Biden visits Southern Maine Community College

She was joined by Education Secretary Miguel Cardona as part of the Biden administration's 'Investing in America' tour and to highlight career-connected learning and workforce training programs.