The Lewiston Police Department and Lewiston Public Schools issued a joint statement Tuesday touching on the beginning of the school year and safety concerns over recent gun violence among youths.
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Rumford high school students camp, canoe and bike in northern New England
The Falcon Camp trips were paid with $20,000 from the nonprofit Maine West.
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Lewiston public school teachers encouraged to ‘take care of each other’
Faculty and staff get advice from nationally recognized educator.
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University of Maine System sees highest enrollment in 3 years
The 2024-25 school year will have the highest enrollment since 2021.
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Schools are competing with cellphones. Here’s how they think they could win.
Students are struggling to stay engaged in class at a time of poor mental health, shortened attention spans, reduced attendance and worsening grades.
Posted inFranklin, News, Schools & Education
No Tolerance Policy for primary students among handbook changes for Spruce Mountain schools
Primary students who display aggression toward staff or other students will not be allowed to return to the classroom.
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Turner-based school district is gearing up for a new school year
Several area schools received donations ranging from $150 to $29,000 as the Turner-based directors wrap up hiring and facilities work ahead of a new school year.
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With school about to start, districts racing to fill open positions
School officials say it continues to be difficult to hire all of the staff they need, particularly in special education.
Posted inRiver Valley, Rumford Falls Times, Schools & Education
New bus garage ready for Dixfield-based school district
The 40- by 80-foot building has two bays, a bus lift, an office, a bathroom and a storage and parts room.
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University of Maine system to explore adding a medical school
The state’s public university system has engaged with a national consultant to study the feasibility of establishing a medical school.