The vision for moving forward is based on what it takes to overcome the major challenges that have stood in the way of our ability to make significant progress in improving student achievement in recent years.
The vision is defined by a handful of priorities that should form the basis for a new model of schooling for the 21st century. That new model, as I’ve said before, should meet the needs of all students. It should put students — rather than administrative convenience — at the center of all structures, from bus schedules to where and how students learn.
Take a look at the remarks I delivered last week.
The vision and the plan are still evolving. Please use the comments feature in our Newsroom to participate in the discussion, or use the Contact Us link to send us your thoughts directly.
— Stephen Bowen
ACTION ITEMS
Administrative Letters
- Notice of Proposed Rule Change: Fund for Efficient Delivery of Educational Services
- Notice of Proposed Rule Changes: Chapter 115, Parts I and II, Certification, Authorization, and Approval of Education Personnel
- Notice of Proposed Rule: Chapter 140, Public Charter Schools
- Preparing for Alcohol Awareness Day
- Clarification: Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) fee
- Notice of Proposed Rule Change: Chapter 101, Maine Unified Special Education Regulations Birth to Age Twenty
Notices
- Assistance requested when making payments to DOE
- Comment deadline changed: Notice of Proposed Rule Change: Chapter 61, Major Capital Construction
Reporting
Please note: We generally provide notice of requirements only once. Please check the Reporting Calendar (link below) regularly for a list of ALL upcoming items.
NEWS & VIEWS
Challenging times, and a path forward
To build a system that meets the needs of all kids, we can’t nibble around the edges. We have to address the core design elements of the industrial-era model of schooling we all inherited. By Stephen Bowen | More
Maine up in 8th-grade math; flat elsewhere
AUGUSTA — The results of the 2011 National Assessment of Educational Progress demonstrate the need for a concerted, statewide effort to improve literacy achievement through research-based instruction, according to Education Commissioner Stephen Bowen. | More
Maine wins $3.35m to improve special education teacher training
AUGUSTA — A five-year federal grant will offer current and future special education teachers in Maine access to improved training to help their students succeed academically and graduate on time. | More
- Region 10 Tech accepts local business’ truck donation
- Upcoming trainings focus on RTI
- Bowen touts Maine’s Race to the Top plan