From the Maine Department of Education
Reporting Items
End of School Year 21’-22’ Checklist for Completing Reports; June 7 Webinar Available
The Maine Department of Education (DOE) Educational Data Systems Team will be hosting a webinar to discuss the end of year reporting requirements in this notification on Tuesday June 7th from 10:00am to 12:00pm. | More
| Visit the DC&R Reporting Calendar |
News & Updates
Updated COVID-19 Guidance and Processes for Schools
As the school year soon comes to a close and you transition to summer programming, we wanted to provide guidance and processes for schools related to COVID-19. In consultation with the Maine CDC and the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, the following will occur at the end of the day on June 30, 2022. | More
Accessing Maine School Safety Center Resources
As our nation once again seeks answers in the wake of a tragic school shooting and our schools seek solutions to keep students and educators safe, the Maine Department of Education’s Maine School Safety Center (MSSC) stands ready to assist you in your school safety planning and needs. | More
MEDIA RELEASE: New Career Exploration Resource for Students Launches
The Maine Department of Labor (DOL) and Maine Department of Education (DOE) have launched a new student career discovery dashboard that presents data on in-demand jobs and wages in a manner that is accessible to students in grades 6-12. | More
MEDIA RELEASE: New Career Exploration Resource for Students Launches
The Maine Department of Labor (DOL) and Maine Department of Education (DOE) have launched a new student career discovery dashboard that presents data on in-demand jobs and wages in a manner that is accessible to students in grades 6-12. | More
Seeking Schools and Educators to Pilot New High School Statistics and Data Science Course
The Maine Department of Education (DOE), in partnership with University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA’s) Teaching and Learning Lab, is seeking educators who are interested in piloting a modern approach to teaching statistics and data science. | More
Celebrating Pride Month. Resources to Support LGBTQ+ Students and Build a Welcoming School Climate
June is LGBTQ Pride Month and the Maine Department of Education (DOE) has a robust collection of resources devoted to supporting LGBTQ+ students in Maine and fostering a positive school climate. | More
Maine FFA State Convention Back in Person
The Maine FFA State Convention returned—following two virtual years due to COVID-19, as an in-person event on May 12-13, 2022. Formerly known as “Future Farmers of America,” FFA is the largest student-led organization in the country. Attended by over 250 FFA members, judges, guests and family members, this event, normally held at the University of Maine in Orono, was conducted for the first time in Presque Isle. | More
Maine Schools Sharing Success Stories
- More Cowbell: Augusta Adult and Community Education Celebrates Students’ HiSET Completion
- South Portland Educator Honored with Excellence in Extended Learning Opportunities Award
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Professional Development & Training Opportunities
Leading Early Learning—A Professional Learning Series for Elementary School Administrators
As Maine elementary schools have added preschool programming and are promoting whole child approaches across the Pre-K -Grade 3 span, elementary principals have requested professional learning to support their work as educational leaders. The Maine Department of Education and several Maine educational organizations have collaborated to design an exciting professional learning series to address identified needs and support professional growth. | More
WEBINAR: Introductory Training on Newcomer Multilingual Learners for All Teachers
On June 6th from 3:00 – 4:30pm, join April Perkins, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) & Bilingual Programs Specialist at the Maine Department of Education (DOE), and Sheanna Zimmermann, ESOL Director for South Portland School Department, to learn strategies for ensuring that newcomers and their families feel welcome and supported at school. | More
A Call For Visual, Performing and Literary Arts Educators, Teaching Artists, and Partnering Educators
Join MAEPL for a GREAT opportunity to become part of a dynamic network of arts educators across the state of Maine! This year-long experience begins with a 3-day Summer Institute, held this year as an outdoor destination experience in a natural, idyllic setting sure to jumpstart your leadership journey. | More
| Visit the Professional Development Calendar |
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