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Homeschoolers And Public Libraries: A Synergistic Relationship, Cynthia Jennings
Homeschoolers And Public Libraries: A Synergistic Relationship, Cynthia Jennings
Maine Policy Review
Homeschoolers are commonly heavy users of their local libraries. this article discusses how libraries can become educational “hubs” for for homeschoolers by developing programs and services to support this burgeoning population.
Margaret Chase Smith Library Student Essay Contest: Improving The American Educational System, First Place Essay, Samantha Leiper
Margaret Chase Smith Library Student Essay Contest: Improving The American Educational System, First Place Essay, Samantha Leiper
Maine Policy Review
Each year, the Margaret Chase Smith Library sponsors an essay contest for high school seniors. In 2013, students were invited to propose what they would do to improve the American educational system.
Critical Issues In K-12 School Libraries, Elizabeth Reisz
Critical Issues In K-12 School Libraries, Elizabeth Reisz
Maine Policy Review
Elizabeth Reisz examines critical issues facing K–12 school libraries at a time of decreasing budgets but increasing recognition of the need for libraries and the skills librarians bring to 21st century education.
Improving Educational Opportunity And Equity Through School District Consolidation In Maine, Christine Donis-Keller, Beth O’Hara-Miklavic, Janet C. Fairman
Improving Educational Opportunity And Equity Through School District Consolidation In Maine, Christine Donis-Keller, Beth O’Hara-Miklavic, Janet C. Fairman
Maine Policy Review
In 2007 Maine passed sweeping school district consolidation legislation mandating a reduction in the number of Maine school districts from 290 to approximately 80. The primary goals of the policy were to improve the educational opportunities for all students in the state; and to reduce costs through increased efficiency in the delivery of education programs and services. Based primarily on interviews with district leaders, this article describes the impacts of Maine’s school district consolidation policy on educational opportunities and equity within 24 regional school districts, one year after their mergers. Findings illustrate the different choices districts made when consolidating their …
On Maine’S First Charter Schools: Promises And Pitfalls, Sarah Butler Jessen
On Maine’S First Charter Schools: Promises And Pitfalls, Sarah Butler Jessen
Maine Policy Review
In the last two years, Maine has begun the process of developing public charter schools throughout the state. As Maine moves forward into this new educational realm, questions need to be raised about what the implementation of charter schools might mean for the state on many levels. This commentary article contextualizes the state’s charter movement by outlining the national debate on charter schools. The article discusses the political, organizational, and educational challenges that these new schools may face as they break new ground. The author calls for evaluative review of each of the charter schools in the state in order …
Margaret Chase Smith Library Student Essay Contest: Improving The American Educational System, Third Place Essay, Mariah Damon
Margaret Chase Smith Library Student Essay Contest: Improving The American Educational System, Third Place Essay, Mariah Damon
Maine Policy Review
Each year, the Margaret Chase Smith Library sponsors an essay contest for high school seniors. In 2013, students were invited to propose what they would do to improve the American educational system.