Feedback has started to come in about our newly released strategic plan, “Education Evolving: Maine’s Plan for Putting Learners First.” We appreciate the constructive suggestions and comments from those who have taken time to read the document, and we actively encourage more feedback.
Check out the plan and join the discussion on our website.
As the feedback trickles in, some of the initiatives outlined in the document are already moving ahead.
— Stephen Bowen
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NEWS & VIEWS
Video: Making a career out of a passion
Brooklyn Pinkham couldn’t wait to enroll in culinary arts classes at Capital Area Technical Center. When she did, she started excelling in school, and now she’s headed for a career as a chef with a goal of appearing on Food Network. By Brooklyn Pinkham | More
Video: Personal learning plans, maximized learning
Morgan Horn has incorporated internships, job shadows, college-level classes and independent studies into a customized course of study that will let her graduate from high school a semester early to pursue studies in medicine. By Morgan Horn | More
Video: Short-term objectives to meet long-term goals
Kaytie Scully has turned her high school experience around with the help of a personalized learning plan that’s allowed her to work toward a Certified Nursing Assistant certificate while earning high school credit. By Kaytie Scully | More
Moving to a learner-centered system
Our strategic plan is still fresh, but some of the initiatives outlined in the document are already moving forward. That means we’re making progress on our move to an education system centered around the needs of students. By Stephen Bowen | More
- Alfond Foundation announces gift to Maine community colleges, Good Will-Hinckley
- High school math teachers’ session addresses Common Core, reasoning
- Two sessions added: ATOMIM offers Algebra readiness series
- Brown Univ. seeks schools for literacy leadership training
- Winter trainings focus on PBIS