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10 Best High Schools in Maine, According to U.S. News & World Report
Maine has some great high schools, and 10 of the best are surprising. WMTW reported that a new study from U.S. News & World Reports ranked the best public high schools across the country. It looked at over 17,000 schools, and 126 from Maine made the list. They use six...
Sanford High School music director honored as outstanding new educator
SANFORD — Sanford High School Music Director Hailey Francoeur was recently named the 2023-2024 Maine Music Educators Association Outstanding New Music Educator of the Year. The award recognizes Francoeur’s work in revitalizing and expanding the school’s instrumental music offerings over the past three years. Under her leadership, the program has grown in student participation and performance opportunities.
Wells High School wrestling champs lauded by School Committee
WELLS, Maine — The Wells High School Wrestling Team was honored recently by the School Committee for becoming this past season’s Class B State Champions. This is the team’s sixth Class B State Championship win in the past seven years. Presenting certificates of appreciation to team members...
Deering High Celebrates Local Talent in BRECCIA Literary Contest
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Wells-Ogunquit schools celebrate budding authors at 38th Literary Awards
WELLS, Maine — The Wells-Ogunquit Community School District presented its 38th. At this well-attended event, 68 students who placed in this writing competition were recognized on stage in the Olenn Auditorium at Wells High School. This year’s top prize of $500 went to senior Nathan Muchemore for his fictional story, “Out of the Shadows.”
Caps off to the future: YCCC’s Class of 2024 celebrates commencement
Wells, Maine — York County Community College celebrated 236 graduates at its 29th annual commencement ceremony on Friday, May 17, at the Sanford Center for Performing Arts. The center was filled with joy and excitement as the Class of 2024 were awarded over 300 associate degrees and certificates. Graduates were supported by friends, family, Maine Community College System leadership and Board of Trustees, the YCCC Foundation, local representatives, plus local business and industry partners.
RSU 21 School Board under fire: Teachers 'hurting' after offensive Facebook post
Greetings! Hope you had a fantastic week and are excited about the weekend. Here's the latest dispatch from your Coast Star Connection . . . The first two stories go together, as they both pertain to rising tensions and a recent controversy in Regional School Unit 21, which serves the communities of Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, and Arundel. Best to read them in the order in which they are presented here, as they cover developments taking place in the district on May 10 and May 13, respectively.
Kennebunk High School names Class of 2024 Top 10 Percent
KENNEBUNK, Maine — Kennebunk High School has announced its Top Ten Percent of the Class of 2024. Keara Battaglieseof Kennebunkport is the daughter of Heather and Neil Battagliese. She was a member of the National Honor Society and recipient of the Smith College Book Award. She was a four-year varsity lacrosse player, earning an SMAA All-Conference award. Keara is excited for her future at Skidmore College where she is also playing lacrosse. She earned the Porter/Wachenheim scholarship for her scientific research and plans to major in environmental science and minor in either biology or business.
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