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Education Innovators Series

The Education Innovators Series is a forum where regional and national thought leaders share their views on the future of education. Presenters are paired with Maine education innovators sharing their experience from the field. The series is made possible by a partnership with Educate Maine, Education Action Forum of Maine, the Maine State Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation, and Thomas College’s Center for Innovation in Education. Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Schools Date:Thursday… READ MORE

Now accepting applications for Education Leaders Experience Kappa Class

We have good news! Education Leaders Experience (ELE) is returning to full in-person this year!  ELE is a year-long, experiential professional development experience for educational leaders.  ELE is all about building relationships and connections across Maine. Developed by Unum, administered by Educate Maine, and in partnership with Maine Principals' Association and Thomas College, this unique program brings together education leaders to spend roughly one day per month learning about Maine… READ MORE

Educate Maine is turning 10!

This year Educate Maine celebrates an exciting milestone: 10 years of building Maine’s future workforce. In 2011, Educate Maine was formed through a merger of two Maine organizations, Maine Coalition for Excellence in Education and Maine Compact for Higher Education. Recognizing the connection between an educated population, a growing economy, and vibrant communities, Educate Maine has focused on building career readiness by increasing the educational attainment of Maine people over the past… READ MORE

Commentary: Science, tech work a boon for Mainers

Commentary: Science, tech work a boon for Mainers Portland Press Herald published an OpEd co-authored by Maine State Chamber of Commerce's Ben Gilman and Science is US's Rachel Kerestes today mentioning many of our partners and STEM workforce development strategies. By refocusing resources, creating new learning paths, and integrating educational systems with private-sector partners, Maine can produce a skilled, resilient STEM workforce. Read… READ MORE

Educate Maine Honors UMS with Weston L. Bonney Leadership Award

On Friday December 4th, Educate Maine honored the University of Maine System with the 2020 Weston L. Bonney Education Leadership Award.   Chancellor Dannel Malloy accepted the 2020 Weston L. Bonney Education Leadership Award on behalf of the University of Maine System. This annual award honors an individual, group, organization, or Maine business that demonstrates leadership, commitment, and vision in ensuring that all Maine students have the opportunity to succeed. In addition to the… READ MORE

Educate Maine Releases 2020 “Education Indicators for Maine” Report

PORTLAND, MAINE – Educate Maine released its eighth “Education Indicators for Maine” report Thursday. The annual report is an in-depth examination of Maine’s education system following the path of Maine students from early childhood through postsecondary education. The report uses ten indicators to measure access, participation, and performance across the system. It provides data on what is working well and where investments in Maine’s education system are needed to ensure that… READ MORE

Harold Alfond Foundation Pledges $500 million to Help Maine Economy

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Latest Report Released: How is Public Education Funded in Maine?

Maybe you know a little about how funding is determined for Maine's public schools, or maybe you know nothing at all - yet. With an election right around the corner, Educate Maine and the Maine State Chamber of Commerce have teamed up again to share important information about school funding that will be useful to incoming legislators, school board members, educators, parents, and citizens.    Our latest report gives an overview of how public education is funded in Maine. This is an update… READ MORE

Portland 4th Grade Teacher Named 2021 Maine Teacher of the Year

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Project>Login launches new podcast today!

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