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The University of Maine

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1996

Equity in Education

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Holidays Increase Pressure On Children In Changing Families, Kay Hyatt Nov 1996

Holidays Increase Pressure On Children In Changing Families, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Holidays center on family and traditions, but when families change, so do the traditions. For children caught in the middle of an expanding web of households, the pressure can take the fun out of holidays and turn anticipation to dread. The key to easing the tension is honest and positive communication, says a University of Maine professor. Regardless of the circumstances, when parents divorce or remarry, children are confronted with new people, problems and feelings to deal with, says Dorothy Breen, associate professor of counselor education. "Holidays and the pressure to spend time in different places are hard for everyone, …


Early Literacy Center Introduces Second Series Of Little Books For Early Readers, Kay Hyatt Jun 1996

Early Literacy Center Introduces Second Series Of Little Books For Early Readers, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Maine themes abound in the second series of Little Books for Early Readers produced by the Center for Early Literacy at the University of Maine's College of Education. Lobster, potatoes, blueberries, and the sea are among the subjects of the 30 small books, written by Maine teachers and featuring photos of Maine youngsters at school, at home, and at play, as well as photos and stories about animals and other activities children enjoy. The new series was introduced June 24 at the statewide Early Literacy Conference held at UMaine.


Quality Schools And Supportive Communities Give Maine Students Educational Edge, Robert A. Cobb Jun 1996

Quality Schools And Supportive Communities Give Maine Students Educational Edge, Robert A. Cobb

General University of Maine Publications

Public schools are constantly scrutinized and often criticized as any public trust should be, but Maine also should take great pride in the accomplishments of its students and teachers. Here are just a few examples of the outstanding teaching and learning taking place in Maine classrooms, made possible by a supportive citizenry.


Maine Youngsters Outshine California In Reading But The Difference Is Greater Than Phonics, Kay Hyatt Jun 1996

Maine Youngsters Outshine California In Reading But The Difference Is Greater Than Phonics, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

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Maine Fourth Graders Top National Reading Assessment, Kay Hyatt Jun 1996

Maine Fourth Graders Top National Reading Assessment, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Maine fourth graders lead the nation in reading proficiency, according to the latest nationwide assessment of student achievement. The 1994 National Assessment of Educational Progress, known as the "nation's report card," recently released by the U.S. Education Department shows Maine students outscoring their colleagues in 39 participating states and two jurisdictions, Guam and Department of Defense overseas schools.


Educational And Cultural Opportunities Similar For Gifted Students In Rural And Suburban Schools, Kay Hyatt Mar 1996

Educational And Cultural Opportunities Similar For Gifted Students In Rural And Suburban Schools, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Gifted students in rural schools report just as many opportunities to participate in enriching extracurricular activities as their suburban counterparts, but there is a large range of availability among rural schools. Rural students in schools without gifted programs tend to have fewer other options for activities than do their rural peers in schools with gifted education programs. The conclusions were reached by researchers in Maine and Virginia who conducted studies to examine differences in opportunities and resources for middle level gifted students.