Maine DOE Update – October 23, 2026

From the Maine Department of Education

News & Updates

Augusta Spanish Teacher Gretchen Livingston Named 2027 Maine Teacher of the Year

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is excited to announce Augusta School Department Spanish teacher Gretchen Livingston as the 2027 Maine Teacher of the Year. On Tuesday, October 20, 2026, Livingston celebrated this award with fellow Augusta educators and students during a surprise ceremony in the Viles Auditorium at Cony Middle and High School. | More

Maine DOE Releases New Evaluation Report for 21st Century Community Learning Centers Program

The Maine Department of Education (DOE), in partnership with the national organization Measurement Incorporated, has released a new Statewide Evaluation Report for the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) program. | More

Help Spread the Word - Applications Open for Maine DOE 2026-2027 Student Cabinet

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is accepting applications for its 2026-2027 Student Cabinet, a group of students who meet with DOE leaders to share perspectives on educational initiatives, opportunities, improvements, and policy. Applications are due November 15, 2026. | More

Maine Schools Sharing Success Stories

Maine Educators Recognized for Innovative Use of Technology in Teaching and Learning

The Association of Computer Technology Educators of Maine (ACTEM) has named Keith Kelley of RSU 19 and Nicole Lesperance of RSU 9 as the recipients of the 2026 ACTEM ACHIEVE Award, recognizing their innovative approaches to using technology to support teaching and learning. | More

Celebrating 150 Years of Deaf Education in Maine

In 2026, Maine is celebrating a remarkable milestone: 150 years of Deaf education in the state. For a century and a half, Maine has worked to ensure that Deaf and Hard of Hearing children have access to education, language, relationships, and opportunities to thrive. While the way services are delivered has evolved significantly over the years, one thing has remained constant-the commitment to supporting Maine's Deaf and Hard of Hearing students and their families. | More

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Professional Learning/Training Opportunities

Maine DOE Launches 2026-2027 School Health Monthly Webinar Series

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) Coordinated School Health Team is excited to announce the launch of the 2026-2027 School Health Webinar Series. This series is designed for those who work to support student health and well-being, including school health professionals, pediatricians, and school health advisors. | More

Reminder: Registration Open for 16th Annual PBIS Conference

Maine's Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (Maine PBIS) program, a collaboration between the Maine Department of Education (DOE) and the University of Maine System (UMS), will host its annual conference on November 19, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Augusta Civic Center. | More

View the Maine Department of Education's Events Calendar here.

Career/Project Opportunities:

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