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We are Hiring - Communications and Events Intern

January 20, 2023

Educate Maine is seeking a Communications and Events Intern for Summer 2023, to work on our Maine Career Catalyst program team.

2023 CODE.ORG APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN

November 29, 2022 · APPLY TODAY!

Educate Maine and the Maine Mathematics and Science Alliance are excited to announce that applications for Code.org's Professional Learning Program are now open. If your school is looking to offer Code.org's computer science (CS) courses at the middle or high school level in 2023-24, please encourage interested teachers to apply today. Code.org's Professional Learning Program is an intensive, year-long professional learning program for middle and high school educators who are… READ MORE

Funded by NASA, MaxIQ Space is collaborating with Educate Maine and the Maine Space Grant Consortium to deliver a K-12 Space STEM program in 2023

October 27, 2022

The goal of this program is to promote STEM skills and open up career opportunities in the growing space sector. In April 2022, the development of the Maine Space Sector was confirmed (press release link https://www.pressherald.com/2022/04/24/maines-planning-to-build-a-spaceport-heres-how-it-could-become-a-leader-in-the-industry/), and this K-12 Space STEM program has been designed for Maine to equip and prepare youngsters for the opportunities that await them. Why should we participate? Since… READ MORE

Educate Maine Named as 1 of 5 Lead Partners in Jobs for the Future (JFF) Grant

August 17, 2022

We are proud to be one of just five lead partners across the country chosen by JFF to implement the expansion of registered apprenticeship programs in Maine! One of our signature programs, Maine Career Catalyst, will lead our continued efforts to provide more opportunities for in and out of school young adults ages 16-24. Learn more about this award here! READ MORE

Maine State Chamber, Maine Development Foundation, and Educate Maine Release “Making Maine Work” Roadmap for Economic Growth

July 21, 2022 · Report identifies economic priorities, sets goals and strategies for governor and state lawmakers

AUGUSTA, Maine (Thursday, July 21, 2022) – The Maine State Chamber of Commerce, Maine Development Foundation (MDF), and Educate Maine today released the newest “Making Maine Work: Critical Investments for the Maine Economy” report outlining economic priorities and policy recommendations – including in workforce, innovation, health, energy, and housing -- for Maine’s governor and upcoming Maine State Legislature. The report sets six key goals that aim to encourage investment in Maine… READ MORE

We're Hiring!

June 24, 2022 · Join our team as a Workforce Development Specialist

The Workforce Development Specialist is responsible for coordinating strategies, partnerships, and programs that create, expand, and strengthen opportunities for apprenticeship in companies throughout Hancock, Waldo, and Penobscot Counties. This position will create and oversee a portfolio of apprenticeship programs, coordinating programmatic activities with industry partners. The Specialist will also assist the Program Director in designing and realizing broader strategic goals, such as incubating pilot programs and strengthening connections with industry partners.

2022 County Teachers of the Year honored in Augusta

May 17, 2022

Sixteen Maine teachers were announced as 2022 County Teachers of the Year Thursday at a ceremony in the Hall of Flags at the Maine State Capitol Building.

Feminist Action Board (FAB) applications are open until June 15th

May 16, 2022

FAB is a group of Maine high schoolers (9th-12th grade) from around the state who are passionate about gender equity and social justice. Members plan and execute the Girls Rock! Conferences, do community outreach and education, maintain a social media presence, and work closely with the Board of Directors and staff to make sure that all Hardy Girls programs remain relevant. There is no cost to participate in FAB. For more information and an application, click here READ MORE

Girls Who Code Summer Camp Program Awarded Funding from United Way of Southern Maine

May 16, 2022

UNITED WAY’S BRICK & BEAM SOCIETY ANNOUNCES SUMMER PROGRAM INVESTMENTS BENEFITING BIPOC AND UNDERSERVED YOUTH (Portland, ME) May 10, 2022 - United Way of Southern Maine’s (UWSM) Brick& Beam Society announced impact investments totaling $19,290 to support early childhood learning and or STEM/STEAM summer programs benefiting underserved populations from birth through grade 8 in Cumberland County. Programs were selected based on impact, sustainability, replication, and… READ MORE

Educate Maine welcomes two new staff members to the team this week!

February 23, 2022 · Please Welcome Sara and James

This week Educate Maine welcomed two new staff members to the team. Sara Conant is our new Communications and Event Coordinator. Sara has an extensive background in the programmatic design, teaching, and administrative sides of informal education programs for youth. Sara earned a Bachelors from Saint Joseph’s College and holds a Maine Professional Teacher Certification in Grades 7-12 Social Studies. She is a graduate of the Muskie School of Public Policy at USM where she earned a Masters in… READ MORE

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