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Published on September 12, 2025 - 15:46 GMT

Bring Constitutional Learning to Life: Register Your Third Graders for the Virtual Mock Trial on Constitution Day!

On Constitution Day this year, Wednesday, September 17, 2025, Maine third-grade teachers are invited to have their classes take part in a unique national virtual learning experience: the Third Grade Virtual Mock Trial, hosted by Olathe Public Schools in …

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Published on September 12, 2025 - 15:46 GMT

George B. Weatherbee School Earns Prestigious RAMP® Designation for Exemplary School Counseling Program

(Pictured: Kelly Weaver, RSU 22 Director of School Counseling) The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is excited to celebrate George B. Weatherbee School of RSU 22 in Hampden for earning the esteemed Recognized ASCA Model Program® (RAMP®) designation from …

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Published on September 11, 2025 - 14:28 GMT

Educators Invited to ‘Counted Out’ Film Screenings and Guided Dinner Discussions Across Maine

This October, the Maine Department of Education (DOE), in partnership with the Association of Teachers of Mathematics in Maine (ATOMIM) and the Maine Mathematics and Science Alliance (MMSA), invites educators and school leaders to a series of free, in- …

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Published on September 11, 2025 - 14:28 GMT

Mainely Play LAB Kicks Off in Brewer This Fall: Two Days of Play-Powered Learning for Early Educators

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) Early Learning Team is excited to offer a new professional learning opportunity for early childhood educators called the Mainely Play LAB. This dynamic, hands-on event will be held at Jeff’s Catering and Event Center …

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Published on September 10, 2025 - 18:43 GMT

Maine Schools Invited to Participate in Logo Design Contest for Attendance Awareness Month

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is excited to share resources throughout the month of September to draw attention to the importance of attendance and engagement in Maine schools. Our hope is that this will help to set a strong foundation for the …

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Published on September 10, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Support for SAUs in Adopting Seizure Action Plans to Protect the Health and Safety of Students

During the first session of the 132nd Maine Legislature, Resolve 2025, Chapter 72 was passed. This resolve directs the Maine Department of Education (DOE) to communicate to school administrative units (SAUs) and private schools the importance of adopting …

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Published on September 5, 2025 - 19:10 GMT

Maine DOE Update – September 5, 2025

From the Maine Department of Education News & Updates 2026 Maine Teacher of the Year State Finalists Announced Augusta, MAINE—Four Maine educators representing counties from the coast to the highlands are state finalists for 2026 Maine Teacher of the …

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Published on September 5, 2025 - 18:01 GMT

Stepping Forward: How the Transition of CDS Services to School Districts is Changing Families’ Lives

RSU 35 students (photo credit: RSU 35) Ask South Berwick parent Mary Hayes about this past year, and she would tell you that it has been “life-changing”—particularly for her adopted four-year-old, Matthew. Hayes took Matthew in through foster care when he …

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Published on September 5, 2025 - 18:01 GMT

Maine DOE and Secretary of State Launch ‘Civics on the Road’ Traveling Educational Initiative

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) Office of Teaching and Learning, in partnership with the Maine Department of the Secretary of State and the Maine Semiquincentennial Commission, is excited to announce the launch of “Civics on the Road,” a traveling …

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Published on September 5, 2025 - 09:12 GMT

St. George Opens Nation’s First Pre-K–8 Career and Technical Education/Makerspace Building

In 2020, a small but determined team of educators at St. George Municipal School Unit embarked on a bold innovation journey—one that culminated in a major milestone over the summer. Guided by district leadership and a committee of teachers, families, …

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Published on September 4, 2025 - 21:02 GMT

Maine DOE to Host ‘For ME’ (Pre-K through Grade 2) Professional Learning Communities During 2025-2026 School Year

The Maine Department of Education (DOE), in collaboration with teacher leaders from across the state, is once again offering professional learning communities (PLCs) for educators and caregivers implementing the For ME programs, which include Pre-K for ME …

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Published on September 2, 2025 - 20:44 GMT

MEDIA RELEASE: 2026 Maine Teacher of the Year State Finalists Announced

Congratulations to Julia Edwards from Androscoggin County, Bridget Wright from Lincoln County, Benjamin Johnson from Penobscot County, and Dawn Lee from Sagadahoc County. Augusta, MAINE—Four Maine educators representing counties from the coast to the …

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Published on August 29, 2025 - 17:59 GMT

2025-2026 Maine DOE Back-to-School Backpack Resource Available Online

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) would like to wish all students, educators, administrators, and school staff a wonderful back-to-school season! As the 2025-2026 school year begins, please consider perusing the virtual Maine DOE Back-to-School …

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Published on August 29, 2025 - 17:59 GMT

Stepping Forward: The Importance of Partnerships in RSU 13’s Transition of Early Childhood Special Education Services

Pre-K students at RSU 13’s Thomaston Grammar School (photo credit: RSU 13) When John McDonald took on his role as superintendent of RSU 13 more than a decade ago, a goal of his was to establish a pre-K program to serve young children in the community. A …

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Published on August 29, 2025 - 17:59 GMT

Maine DOE Update – August 29, 2025

From the Maine Department of Education News & Updates 2025-2026 Maine DOE Back-to-School Backpack Resource Available Online The Maine Department of Education (DOE) would like to wish all students, educators, administrators, and school staff a wonderful …

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Published on August 28, 2025 - 16:15 GMT

Beyond the Cohort: Supporting Maine High Schools in Building a Culture of Constructive Dialogue

The Can We? Project, based at Waynflete School, has announced Beyond the Cohort—a yearlong professional learning initiative designed for Maine high schools interested in embedding constructive dialogue as a core part of school culture. Since 2018, the Can …

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Published on August 28, 2025 - 13:50 GMT

Maine Engagement and Attendance Center (MEAC) to Offer Monthly Office Hours

You are invited to join the Maine Engagement and Attendance Center (MEAC) in a new series of monthly virtual office hours. These sessions will focus on exploring Tier 1 evidence-based strategies to support increased attendance. Sessions will be held on …

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Published on August 28, 2025 - 12:47 GMT

Maine DOE Launches Multilingual Resource Kit to Grow Seal of Biliteracy Recognition Across Schools and Communities

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is proud to launch the Seal of Biliteracy Resource Kit,a comprehensive, multilingual outreach package designed to promote biliteracy, expand participation, and celebrate language diversity across Maine’s schools and …

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Published on August 27, 2025 - 14:58 GMT

Literacy Learning Opportunity: Science of Reading Overview and Demystifying Dyslexia Modules Open to Maine School Teams

In the summer of 2024, the Maine Department of Education (DOE) offered educators free access to professional literacy learning through Steps to Literacy modules from the Access and Inclusion Model (AIM) Institute for Learning & Research. Nearly 650 …

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Published on August 26, 2025 - 17:46 GMT

Celebrating Excellence in Education: Honoring Maine’s Outstanding Teachers

(Pictured: Commissioner Makin poses with all of the awardees during the ceremony) The 2025 Maine Department of Education (DOE) Annual Summit on August 5 and 6 featured a moving celebration of teacher excellence, honoring educators who embody the very best …

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