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Maine 1 of 2 States Where Rate of People without Health Coverage Rose in 2013
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The number of Mainers without any form of health care coverage grew by 12,000 in 2013 and the state’s uninsured rate rose from 10.2% in 2012 to 11.2% in 2013, according to federal Census Bureau.
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Of those surveyed believe standardized test scores should not be the primary factor in evaluating schools, teachers and students, according to the Northeast Indiana Friends of Public Education
For every one dollar invested in quality preschool programs, the public sees a $7 benefit according to the Campaign for Educational Equity
“Getting rid of science and technology when our future is heading in that direction – they should be the priority. A university should have a wide range of majors. Don’t keep dwindling it down. Not everyone wants to be a nurse.” Leah Percy, a University of Southern Maine senior studying geosciences, which was recently eliminated by the UMaine System due to budget cuts, as published in a US News and World Report titled, “Poorest States Cut What Experts Say Could Help the Most: Higher Ed.”
Source: US Census Bureau American Community Survey 2013 1-Year Estimates
“It is our honor to recognize these truly exceptional colleagues and members of the UMF campus family. Their incredible years of service mirror what takes place in every corner of UMF every day. Talented, skilled and hardworking staff are committed to helping our students with every facet of their educational experience.” Kathryn A. Foster, UMF president on faculty and staff, including Elizabeth Jennings who received an unsung hero award and Shari Witham named administrative staff of the year, UMPSA and ACSUM members, respectively.
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Harassment and Assault in Maine Schools Based on Sexual Orientation (percentage harassed or assaulted in the past year)
Verbal Assault Physical Harassment Physical Assault
81% 38% 22% 25%
50%
75%
100%
Data from GLSEN (the Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network) Survey of 103 Maine students with a +-9% margin of error. January 2015 • www.maineea.org
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