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We’re investigating Maine’s education freefall and seeking solutions
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (1300+ words) In a state that once led the nation in math and reading test scores, a concerning decline in the past decade is revealing cracks in the education system. Credit: Leela Stockley / BDN Composite; Kim Higgins / BDN Maine was once among…...
What are your experiences with Maine’s education system?
2+ mon, 7+ hour ago (166+ words) Callie Ferguson is the deputy investigative editor and a reporter for Maine Focus, the BDN's investigations and enterprise team. Her reporting often focuses on Maine’s criminal justice system. She joined the inaugural class of the New York Times' local investigations…...
Maine's property tax revolt collides with reality of rising school budgets
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (669+ words) When BDN shines a light, policymakers act. Make a gift to help our reporters keep Maine’s leaders informed. Make a donation now. Discontent over rising property taxes is high across Maine, but local officials are crashing into a heavy political…...