Turner-based school board debates parental role in student policies

Updates to several policies were considered and approved by MSAD 52 directors

Turner-based school board tables proposed changes to tobacco and drug policy

One board member proposed involving parents when a child is caught with banned substances.

Turner-based school board revises wording on parental rights on student education

Some Maine School Administrative District 52 directors concerned draft resolution would be misinterpreted by parents.

Patrick Dempsey talks career, high school, bestows wisdom on Leavitt High students

Dempsey gave students a half hour to ask their questions, most of which pertained to his local upbringing and career.

Principal hired for Leeds Central School

Chronic absenteeism rates at Maine schools remain high, state data shows

Students who miss two days or more of school during the first month have a higher risk of being chronically absent during the school year.

MSAD 52 board switches from livestreaming to recording meetings

The meetings will still be recorded but those recordings will not be posted online until after meetings.

Schools’ most pressing problem: post-pandemic achievement gaps or culture issues

The outcome of Tuesday's election in Greene stands to answer whether voters want to see their school board focus on more traditional education issues or pursue controversial policies.

Two candidates in Greene compete for school board seat

Polls will be open from 1-7 p.m. Tuesday at the town office. 

Leavitt Area students, teachers abuzz for inaugural H.I.V.E. Week

The goal is to give students the opportunity to learn topics not covered in regular school instruction and make connections with people outside of their usual circles.