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Published on March 6, 2026 - 15:20 GMT

STEM Night at Mt. Ararat High School Showcases the Power of Community Outreach and Extended Learning Opportunities

Pictured: Students practice landing a plane with an aviation simulator. Community outreach and extended learning coordinators wear many hats inside a school. This role often sits at the intersection of academics, career readiness, partnerships, and student …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 19:01 GMT

Building the Skilled Workforce: Women in the Trades from High School to Adult Education

Pictured: Angela Mantha recently completed her CDL at Maranacook Adult Education. In Maine, women from high school to adulthood are charting their paths into the state’s skilled trades workforce. By participating in hands-on experiences through career and …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 18:04 GMT

Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) Assessments Now Available Through Maine School Safety Center

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is pleased to announce a safety resource now available to schools through the Maine School Safety Center (MSSC). Chief Jack D. Peck, Jr. (Retired), MSSC School Emergency Management Coordinator, has earned …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 17:53 GMT

Registration Open for the 2026 Spring Alternative Education Association Conference

The Alternative Education Association (AEA) of Maine has announced that its spring conference will be held on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Colby College in Waterville from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., with the theme “Building Resilience for All.” This event represents …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 17:42 GMT

Maine Science Teachers Association to Host “Science for All” Conference on May 1 and 2

The Maine Science Teachers Association will host its biannual conference, “Science for All,” the weekend of May 1 and 2, 2026, bringing together science educators from across the state for collaboration, professional learning, and inspiration. The …

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Published on March 3, 2026 - 11:31 GMT

Maine DOE Seeks Peer Reviewers for 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant Applications

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is now accepting applications from individuals interested in learning more about the competitive grant process. Selected applicants will be trained to serve as peer reviewers who assist the Maine DOE in reviewing, …

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Published on March 3, 2026 - 11:31 GMT

Resources and Guidance for Developing a School-Based Condom Availability Program

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is sharing resources and guidance to support school administrative units (SAUs) that are interested in establishing a school-based condom availability program. In the First Regular Session of the 132nd Maine State …

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Published on February 27, 2026 - 19:55 GMT

In Presque Isle, Governor Mills Promotes Her Plan to Make Free Community College Permanent

Presque Isle, MAINE-- Governor Janet Mills today visited Northern Maine Community College to highlight her proposal to make her Free Community College initiative permanent. Since the Governor's Free College program began in fall 2022, more than 22,300 …

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Published on February 27, 2026 - 19:55 GMT

Dragon Leadership Collaborative Elevates Everyday Leaders at Brunswick High School

In mid-December, a group of Brunswick High School students gathered at the Maritime Industrial Workforce Training Center—a new regional hub for shipbuilding and technical training that sits on the redeveloped site of the former Naval Air Station at …

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Published on February 27, 2026 - 19:55 GMT

Maine DOE Update – February 27, 2026

From the Maine Department of Education News & Updates Maine DOE Recognizes State-Level Nominees for National 2026 RISE Award The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is proud to honor the two outstanding school employees who were nominated for the 2026 …

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Published on February 27, 2026 - 19:54 GMT

Maine School Transportation Safety Commission Now Accepting Public Comment

The work of the Maine School Transportation Safety Commission is officially underway following the first meeting of the Commission on Friday, February 27, 2026. The Commission was established via Executive Order in January 2026 following the tragic deaths …

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Published on February 27, 2026 - 18:48 GMT

Save the Date: 2026 Maine DOE Annual Summit and Every Teacher a Leader Conference Combine for an “ElevatED” Experience

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is excited to be partnering with Educate Maine and the Teach Maine Center this summer to bring together two impactful statewide events into one powerful “ElevatED” professional learning experience! The 2026 Maine DOE …

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Published on February 27, 2026 - 17:42 GMT

MEDIA RELEASE: Maine DOE Recognizes State-Level Nominees for National 2026 RISE Award

Educational technician Elizabeth Loiko and custodian Larry Plourde are Maine’s 2026 RISE Award recipients. AUGUSTA and CARIBOU, Maine—The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is proud to honor the two outstanding school employees who were nominated for the …

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Published on February 27, 2026 - 16:35 GMT

Mountain Valley Teacher Brings Global Health Learning to Life for Fifth Graders

When Amanda Bryant, a fifth-grade teacher at Mountain Valley Community School in RSU 10, applied for the 2025 Global Health Teacher Fellowship Program, she hoped to find new ways to spark curiosity and bring real-world learning into her classroom. What she …

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Published on February 27, 2026 - 14:26 GMT

Registration Still Open for Final “EngageMEnt” Statewide Professional Learning Day on March 20

Maine educators, this is your final opportunity to participate in this year’s statewide professional learning series hosted by the Maine Department of Education (DOE)! The Maine DOE Office of Teaching and Learning and Office of Innovation invite teachers, …

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Published on February 26, 2026 - 19:00 GMT

Dr. Duddha Leverages Conference Cancellation to Premiere Groundbreaking 'Science of Consciousness' Research to Public

The peer-reviewed presentation merges computational metaphysics, algorithmic theology, and conscious hip-hop in a revolutionary dual-modality broadcast event. SPRINGVALE, ME, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Transforming an …

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Published on February 26, 2026 - 11:45 GMT

Peregrine Turbine Technologies Receives $1.5 Mil Award from Maine Technology Institute to Develop Energy Tech R&D Campus

WISCASSET, ME, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Peregrine Turbine Technologies, LLC announced today that it has been selected to receive a $1.5 million loan from the Maine Technology Institute as part of the Governor's $25 …

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Published on February 26, 2026 - 12:15 GMT

Board of Environmental Protection - March 5, 2026

MAINE, March 5 - Environmental Protection Back to full Meeting Calendar Date: March 5, 2026 Start Time: 9:00 AM Location: Ruth Ann Burke Meeting description/purpose: Related documents (if any): Note: Some documents are provided in Microsoft Word format ( …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 21:18 GMT

From Investment to Impact: Celebrating Extended Learning Opportunities Success in Maine

Pictured: Students in Washington County learn how to grow crops. Since 2022, Maine has invested a historic $7.1 million to expand Extended Learning Opportunities (ELO) programming throughout the state. ELOs provide schools with opportunities to create …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 14:33 GMT

Governor Mills Announces 20 Percent Decline in Fatal Drug Overdoses in 2025

Latest figures show three consecutive years of significant reductions in fatal drug overdoses in Maine Governor Janet Mills today announced that fatal drug overdoses in Maine have fallen for the third consecutive year. The December monthly drug overdose …

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