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Call for Maine Environmental Education Association award nominations

The Maine Environmental Education Association is seeking nomination applications for recognition of outstanding environmental achievement in Maine in the following four categories:

  • The Eberhard Thiele Environmental Educator Award
  • Excellence in Environmental Education Program Award
  • Maine Environmental Education Association School of the Year Award
  • Maine Environmental Education Association Business of the Year Award

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Notice of public input for proposed charter school Harpswell Coastal Academy

The following notice was released by the Maine Charter School Commission.

As the Maine Charter School Commission reviews the application of the Harpswell Coastal Academy as a public charter school, an in-person interview and public hearing will be held on Friday, Jan. 18, at Cundy’s Harbor Community Center, 837 Cundy’s Harbor Road, Harpswell.

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Alana Margeson’s “Top Five” lessons as Maine’s Teacher of the Year

By Alana Margeson

As we kick off the new year, I cannot help but be especially reflective, given the profound impact of this year on my personal and professional life. It has been an honor and a privilege to represent my school, community and state as the 2012 Maine Teacher of the Year. Continue reading “Alana Margeson’s “Top Five” lessons as Maine’s Teacher of the Year” →

Approval of FY 2013 School Revolving Renovation Fund applications

The Department’s review of FY 2013 School Revolving Renovation Fund (SRRF) applications has been completed. The project ratings and approved funding amounts for the applications received have been posted on the Department’s website and can be viewed at www.maine.gov/education/const/rrf/home.htm.

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