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PublishedFebruary 15, 2021
For students who need help, there are resources — if they know where to find them
While seeing the signs of mental health distress can be challenging, a Pittston mother and NAMI Maine representative have seen the need for community support to help students navigate their hard times.
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PublishedJanuary 30, 2021
Augusta, Monmouth and Gardiner-area schools report positive COVID-19 cases.
Maine State Administrative District 11 is experiencing staff shortages, as well, from the positive COVID-19 cases that the district has reported in the past week.
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PublishedJanuary 13, 2021
Routine changes and fear of uncertainty is causing anxiety in students
Molly Donovan enrolled her two daughters in home schooling after they expressed fear of COVID-19. Donovan said that the level of anxiety her children have shown her is "terrifying."
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PublishedJanuary 10, 2021
Central Maine schools consider options for next round of federal coronavirus relief funding
With the state set to receive more than $183 million for schools from the latest COVID-19 relief package, school officials across central Maine are discussing best uses for the money.
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PublishedDecember 27, 2020
Winthrop Public Schools cap number of students able to participate in remote learning to 100
With coronavirus relief funds not extending past Dec. 30, the district can't afford to hire new teachers.
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PublishedDecember 20, 2020
The show must go on: Central Maine drama clubs stage productions virtually
High school theater programs are still performing, but the coronavirus pandemic has forced different creativity and new approaches.
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PublishedOctober 30, 2020
Remote housing creates issues for remote learning; causing an interference with school work
Many families in the area are unable to get internet at their houses because of the remote nature of where they live.
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PublishedOctober 17, 2020
Fewer students statewide are using free meals, even though it’s available for all
Communities have stepped up to help get meals out to students through the food bank and volunteers, but increased remote learning and home schooling mean fewer students are taking advantage of free meals compared with last year.
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PublishedOctober 10, 2020
Homeless students face hurdles with new learning schedule, school and shelters jump in to help
COVID-19 imposes challenges on homeless students.
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PublishedSeptember 23, 2020
Remote learning producing mixed reviews for central Maine students
Some students are embracing and enjoying remote learning, while others are finding challenges balancing school work and extra responsibilities at home.
Remote learning
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