Cumberland County maintains highest percentages in both categories analyzed.
Education
Supreme Court ruling could unsettle already limited state oversight of private schools
Maine Attorney General’s office says the state legislature will likely need to change laws that govern private schools receiving public money.
These are the highest paid University of Maine System employees
The Maine Monitor has compiled the salaries of University of Maine employees for 2021, which includes more than 400 employees earning more than $100,000.
Supreme Court ruling expected on Maine education case
The decision centers around vouchers for students in mostly rural districts to attend religious-based schools.
Chasing Maine: The Graduation Dream
Nearly eight years after coming to the U.S., two immigrants have achieved their dreams of graduating from nursing school.
These are the top 10 high schools in Maine, according to US News
The rankings have been criticized by some, though.
As COVID-19 surged, so did the number of nursing students preparing to enter the fight
The statewide workforce shortage for nurses has shrunk as a result of students eager to gain experience from helping to tackle the pandemic.
Under represented: Numbers lag for women coaches across Maine varsity sports
Barely more than a quarter of Maine high school girls’ basketball teams are led by women. Most other sports also could do better.
Education officials, advocates celebrate 55% state funding achievement. But can it endure?
Financing public education at that level will be a challenge in two years. Backtracking won’t be easy, either.
Chasing Maine: Indomitable Spirit
Fabi and Fartun have shown remarkable strength and fortitude as they pursue their goal of graduation and becoming nurses.
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