From the Maine Department of Education
Reporting Items
End of School Year 18’-19’Checklist for Completing Reports
The following checklist is designed to assist districts with publicly funded students in completing required end of year reports. The dates listed after each report are when the report is open for entry and due for certification, if required. | More
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News & Updates
PRIORITY NOTICE: Seeking Public Comment for a Tydings Amendment Waiver
The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is seeking 30 days of public comment from May 22 – June 20, 2019, on a Tydings amendment waiver application (waiver from §421(b) of the General Provisions Act) to the U.S. Department of Education (USDOE). | More
Maine Educators Honored for Excellence in Mathematics and Science
The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching are the nation’s highest honors for teachers of mathematics and science. Awardees serve as models for their colleagues, inspiration to their communities, and leaders in the improvement of mathematics and science education. | More
Free Training, Technical Assistance, Equipment and Materials for Public Preschool Programs
The Maine Department of Education (DOE) has received a grant from the US Department of Education to support public preschool teachers, special educators, principals and special education directors in providing high quality classroom environments and inclusion practices for 4-year-olds. | More
CDC Notifies Public of Confirmed Measles in Maine
Maine Department of Education is sharing the notice provided by the Maine Center for Disease Control regarding a school aged student with a confirmed case of Measles. Schools that were directly involved/at risk have been contacted and have received guidance from the CDC epidemiologist. | More
Maine DOE Employee of the Week: Walter Beesley
Maine DOE’s Director of Child Nutrition, Walter Beesley is being highlighted this week as the Maine DOE’s Employee of the Week! Learn a little more about Walter | More
Maine Schools Sharing Success Stories
- Caribou Middle School Innovation Center Highlighted in Local News
- Atwood Primary School Principal Jennifer McGee Reflects on “Core Skills”
- Portland High School Students Present About Their Internships
- Washington County Educator Profile: Charity Williams
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Professional Development & Training Opportunities
Maine DOE Data Management Systems Summer Training
The Maine Department of Education Data Team is holding their annual summer training during the first two weeks of August. The focus of the training this year will be on tips and resources to assist districts with their data reporting, and viewing/certifying their reports. | More
Reinvigorate Your Science Classroom
Science & Technology Specialist, Shari Templeton will hosting a multi-faceted summer science lesson for PK-12 Science Teachers. This two-part summer series will consist of a book study and face-to-face training with Peter McLaren. | More
Transformational Leader’s Network Summer Conference
School principals, this is all about YOU! Join us for a great professional development opportunity that allows you to focus on goals that matter to you. Therefore, please come with two goals for your school and two goals for your personal professional development! | More
| Visit the Professional Development Calendar |