Want to learn more about assistive technology use in the classroom to benefit all learners? Recent guidance on the myths and facts surrounding assistive technology was released from the federal government which supports reducing barriers that often lead to a lack of utilization of AT. This webinar, hosted by Maine CITE and the Maine Department … Continue reading Inclusive Education Webinar Series: Dispelling Myths about Assistive Technology (AT) Devices and Services
Are you a new special education teacher in your first year or two of teaching? Beginning in September 2023, the Office of Special Services & Inclusive Education’s Special Educator Engagement, Development & Supports (SEEDS) project will host a community of practice for you! Each session will be held virtually after school hours and will focus … Continue reading 2023/2024 Community of Practice for New Special Educators
Are you looking for strategies, tips, and practical techniques around high-leverage instructional practices and collaboration that work with diverse learners to create Inclusive Classrooms? This conference is for you and your team! For the first time ever, the popular What Really Works in Education conference is coming to Maine! This year’s conference, hosted by the … Continue reading What Really Works in Education 2023 Conference: High Leverage Practices & Collaboration for Inclusive Classrooms
More K–12 students and educators in Maine are set to benefit from stronger social, emotional and behavioral supports thanks to Maine PBIS, a collaboration between the University of Maine System and the Maine Department Education (DOE), which is adding 21 new schools to its professional development cohort. The schools, which will participate in the initiative … Continue reading Maine DOE, UMS Expand Whole-Student Supports for Maine Schools
The Maine Department of Education (DOE) and the Maine State Board of Education today announced the newest members of the Board and their committee assignments. The Board consists of nine members appointed by the Governor along with two nonvoting student members also appointed by the Governor. Board members serve staggered, five-year terms and nonvoting student … Continue reading MEDIA RELEASE: Three New Maine State Board of Education Members Appointed by Governor Mills