Maine Department of Education Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on May 20, 2025 - 12:51 GMT

Maine DOE Affirms Commitment to Language and Culture: Promoting Multilingual and Multicultural Learning Across Schools

Pictured: Ayesha Hall, Maine DOE Director of Strategic Partnerships, with Fred Ravan, President of Educators for a Multilingual Maine [EMME].) The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is proud to have successfully concluded its Multilingual/Multicultural …

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Published on May 19, 2025 - 20:33 GMT

Procedures for End-of-Year Exiting of Students from State Synergy

All student enrollments must be exited from the Maine Department of Education State Synergy system on or before June 30, 2024. This includes students who are attending year-round programs. Exiting students, either manually or via upload, with the most up- …

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Published on May 19, 2025 - 17:58 GMT

Due Dates and Procedures for Quarter 4 End-of-Year Reports

Four end-of-year reports require certification in June and July. These reports aggregate data from the entire school year’s reporting timeframe. The data are used to aggregate dashboards and reports for public availability on the Maine Department of …

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Published on May 19, 2025 - 17:58 GMT

Special Education Exit Report Opens on June 1

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) Special Education Exit Report opens on June 1, 2025, and is due on July 30, 2025. Students who have exited special education services during the reporting period (2024-2025 school year, July 1-June 30) must have …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 13:06 GMT

Maine DOE Update – May 16, 2025

From the Maine Department of Education Reporting Items Registration Open for In-Person Summer Data Training at Locations Statewide Mark your calendars! Registration for the Maine Department of Education (DOE) Summer Data Training is now open. Trainings are …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 13:06 GMT

MEDIA RELEASE: Maine Honored with National “Difference Makers Award” for Green Schools Leadership

From left to right: Glenn Cummings, Director of Green Schools, Maine DOE; Abigail Hayne, Maine Youth Climate Engagement Coordinator, GOPIF; Robin Sidman, Executive Director, Project Green Schools; Dan Chuhta, Deputy Commissioner, Maine DOE; Michael …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 18:24 GMT

Register Now for the First Annual ‘Every Teacher a Leader’ Summit, Presented by the Teach Maine Center

The first annual ‘Every Teacher a Leader’ Summit will be held on July 30, 31, and August 1, 2025, at Colby College in Waterville. Modeled after past Elevating and Celebrating Effective Teachers and Teaching (ECET2) gatherings, the Summit will focus on …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 18:24 GMT

Registration Open for In-Person Summer Data Training at Locations Statewide

Mark your calendars! Registration for the Maine Department of Education (DOE) Summer Data Training is now open. Trainings are scheduled at various locations throughout the state in July and August. This year’s training will focus on reporting system …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 18:24 GMT

New Early Learning and Development Standards Resources Now Available in Five Languages

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) and the Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) are pleased to announce the release of updated resources designed to support the effective use of the Infant/Toddler and Preschool Maine Early Learning and …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 16:25 GMT

Kennebec Valley Superintendents’ Association Hosts Successful Biannual Student Showcase Event

On March 27, 2025, more than a dozen school administrative units (SAUs) gathered at Cony High School in Augusta for the biannual Kennebec Valley Superintendents’ Association (KVSA) Showcase. This interactive event, which takes place every two years, serves …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 16:25 GMT

Maine DOE Launches Statewide Professional Learning Days to Expand Equity and Support Capacity

In an effort to better support Maine educators, the Maine Department of Education (DOE) Office of Teaching and Learning and Office of Innovation are launching a new statewide professional learning structure for the 2025-2026 school year. By coordinating …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 14:09 GMT

Carl J. Lamb Elementary Students Get a Sweet Lesson in Science, Math, and New England Tradition

Students at Carl J. Lamb Elementary School in Springvale have had a sweet lesson in science, math, and New England tradition, thanks to a school-wide maple sugaring project. This initiative transformed playground maple trees into educational tools, as …

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Published on May 14, 2025 - 20:03 GMT

Maine DOE, Educate Maine Announce 2025 County Teachers of the Year

On May 14 at the Hall of Flags, teachers representing all of the state’s 16 counties were announced as the 2025 Maine County Teachers of the Year. AUGUSTA, Maine—The State of Maine is celebrating its newest cohort of County Teachers of the Year. On …

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Published on May 13, 2025 - 15:22 GMT

Reminder: School Registration Open for Second Annual ‘I Belong’ Youth Summit

Are you ready to open doors to boundless possibilities for your students? Consider registering for the Maine Department of Education (DOE) Office of Special Services and Inclusive Education’s (OSSIE) second annual ‘I Belong’ Youth Summit, scheduled for …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 18:41 GMT

Hundreds of Students, Guests Attend 95th Annual Maine FFA State Convention

The two-day event, themed, “Plowing New Paths, Harvesting Dreams,” celebrated youth leadership in agriculture and natural resources. The Maine FFA Association proudly concluded its 95th annual State Convention on May 9, 2025, following two vibrant days of …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 15:50 GMT

Maine DOE Update – May 9, 2025

From the Maine Department of Education News & Updates SUN Bucks EBT Benefit Available to Maine Families Again This Summer Most eligible children will receive these benefits automatically, but some families will need to apply. In the summer, many …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 18:03 GMT

Designing the Future: Developing Climate Awareness and Resilience on Deer Isle

Since the summer of 2024, Healthy Acadia, JustME for JustUS, and Deer Isle – Stonington High School have partnered to develop and implement a year-long project called “Designing the Future.” The school-wide program has engaged the entire high school …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 18:03 GMT

Washington County Expands Its Extended Learning Opportunities for Youth

(Pictured: Youth at the DownEast Teen Leadership Camp.) Thanks to an Extended Learning Opportunities (ELO) Expansion grant from the Maine Department of Education (DOE), Healthy Acadia is working to provide more ELO opportunities to young people in …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 18:03 GMT

Westbrook Middle School STEAM Students Take Flight with WozED Drone Curriculum

Students in grades 5-8 at Westbrook Middle School are—literally—reaching new heights, thanks to an innovative STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) program integrating drone technology. Under the guidance of STEAM teachers Stephen …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

SUN Bucks EBT Benefit Available to Maine Families Again This Summer

Most eligible children will receive these benefits automatically, but some families will need to apply. In the summer, many children lose the free and reduced-price meals that they get at school. SUN Bucks provides families with a $120 EBT benefit for each …

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