At Augusta and Hallowell schools, QR codes and apps emerge as pandemic technology adjustments

School officials say the smart phone apps are helping to minimize the contact between staff and students.

Augusta teachers receive social, emotional training as students return amid pandemic

Licensed clinical social workers have been providing training to help with school-related stress.

After delayed start, school year gets underway for Augusta’s elementary students

Last week, the Augusta school board gave educators at the elementary schools two extra days to prepare for the start of the year, and by the end of this week all students receiving in-person instruction will have come to school.

Augusta superintendent raises concerns over lack of backup staff if some are out sick

Superintendent James Anastasio spoke about the plan to reopen Augusta schools this fall, saying the district doesn't "have enough backup for people that are sick, such as regular subs."

Augusta Board of Education approves a still developing back-to-school plan

The proposed hybrid plan will split students into two groups in order to reduce the number of students in school buildings at one time and to allow for enough room to comply with social distancing requirements.

Augusta school board approves controversial broadcast media policy

A contentious discussion about input preceded the overwhelming approval of the policy that regulates commentary and advertising, while also requiring a payment.

More than 150 young women leaders graduate from Olympia Snowe Women’s Leadership Institute

Cony High School class of 2020

Cony High School announces class of 2020 awards, prizes and scholarships

Cony High School’s 3-day graduation a mix of virtual, intimate celebrations

Commencement traditions altered in Augusta due to coronavirus pandemic.