The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is seeking dynamic, creative, and collaborative educators to join the 2027 Wabanaki Studies cohort!
Now in its fifth year at the Maine DOE, Wabanaki Studies continues to grow! This cohort will create materials to support educators in implementing Wabanaki Studies in their classrooms across all disciplines, including but not limited to music, nature-based education, STEAM, and literacy, while empowering them to be leaders in the field.
Those interested will need to take the Wabanaki Studies – Essential Topics for Teaching & Learning Microcourse in EnGiNE, the Maine DOE’s professional learning platform. To access courses in EnGiNE, you’ll need an EnGiNE account (for help creating an account, access the Getting Started with EnGiNE guide or visit EnGiNE’s support page). All work will be supported by the Maine DOE Wabanaki Studies Specialist, along with Wabanaki advisors and other experienced educators.
The project begins on January 3, 2027, with final materials due on June 5. Stipends of $3,000 will be provided for successful completion of the round. Participants are expected to attend regular meetings and complete an additional 5-6 hours of assigned individual/group work.
To learn more about the Wabanaki Studies, visit the Maine DOE website.
Apply to be part of the 2027 Wabanaki Studies Cohort here.
Applications are open until Sunday, December 11, 2026. All applicants will be notified about their status by December 16, 2026.
If you are interested in applying but still have questions, the Maine DOE will host information sessions on the following dates:
- Q&A Session #1: Monday, November 16, 2026, 3-4 p.m. EST – Register here
- Q&A Session #2: Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 4-5 p.m. EST – Register here
For more information about Wabanaki Studies or if you have follow-up questions, please contact the Maine DOE Wabanaki Studies Specialist, Brianne Lolar, at brianne.lolar@maine.gov.
