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06/01/2026

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06/01/2026

Districts from all across Maine and the country are confronting the...

06/01/2026

The June Teach Maine Center Professional Development Calendar is here!

June is one of the busiest times of year for educators, and this month's PD offerings reflect that reality.

June Spotlight: Maine Department of Education Office Hours

Before heading into summer, consider reflecting on how restorative practices and Wabanaki Studies have shaped your classroom culture this year. The Maine Department of Education is offering a supportive space to do just that.

Two ways to participate:
- Weekly Office Hours: focused on restorative practices in your classroom
- Monthly Office Hours: focused on Wabanaki Studies

We hope you will carve out a little time this month to connect and reflect.

Check out this Real Estate Flyer designed by Heather Whitaker.

05/28/2026

Calling all teachers! Our partners at The Climate Initiative are hosting their 6th Annual Climate Educators Retreat July 27 through August 1 in S**o, Maine. Three days/four nights of immersive professional development, lodging, and farm-fresh meals — all included. Registration is just $75 for pre-service teachers and $200 for experienced educators. Come build your climate confidence and leave with real tools for your classroom.

https://theclimateinitiative.org/events/national-retreat-2026/

05/26/2026

Just a few spots left!

There are only 3 spots left on the 2026 Forest of Maine Teachers' Tour in Greenville, ME! We also have a limited number of scholarships available; email [email protected] to learn more, or join us July 6 - 10 by registering at www.MaineTREE.org/events.

05/24/2026

Attention Maine educators! Our partners Maine Mathematics and Science Alliance - MMSA are bringing back CS Summer of Fun this July!

Spend a week exploring how computer science fits into your classroom, connecting with educators from across the state, and discovering practical ideas you can bring back to your students.

This is exactly the kind of incredible professional learning opportunity the Teach Maine Center PD Calendar is here to spotlight.

Learn more and register: https://www.stemworkforceready.org/cs-summer-of-fun

05/23/2026

This summer, grow as an educator AND build your classroom library!

TMC is proud to support MCSTOYA Connects: Neurodivergent Reads, a professional learning opportunity designed for educators who want to better understand and serve neurodivergent students.

Here's how it works:
✅ Part 1 – Read from a curated booklist of neurodiversity-affirming picture books, middle grade, and YA titles (you choose what works for you!)
✅ Part 2 – Join an in-person gathering on August 12, 9:30–3:00 PM at Colby College for book discussions, workshops, and featured speakers

Featured speakers include:
🎤 Stephanie VanSoest, Speech-Language Pathologist & neurodiversity advocate
🎤 Kim Leo, LCPC, Clinical Director of Mental Health Services at Brett DiNovi & Associates North

Participants receive contact hours AND a free book for their classroom.

When possible, MCSTOYA encourages supporting local libraries and independent booksellers for your book choices!

👉 Register now at bit.ly/MCSTOYAConnects
❓ Questions? Email [email protected]

05/17/2026

Congratulations 2026 County Teachers of the Year!

05/15/2026

That's what YOU all said about your experience at Every Teacher a Leader 2025 last summer. 💛

Don't miss out on the chance to register for this year's conference at the Early Bird rate of $90 for the two days. (We want to make it as reasonable as possible for you to be able to join us!)

Every Teacher a Leader
July 30-31, 2026
Thomas College, Waterville
To Register: http://bit.ly/ETAL26

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05/15/2026

Today is the day and we are SO excited!

Today is the 2026 County Teacher of the Year Announcement Ceremony! This afternoon, educators, school leaders, families, and supporters from across Maine will gather at the State House to celebrate teaching excellence and honor the next cohort of County Teachers of the Year.

Who will our next County Teachers of the Year be? We cannot wait to celebrate the outstanding educators whose leadership, dedication, and impact are helping shape the future of Maine schools and students. Congratulations in advance to this remarkable group of teachers and leaders.

If you cannot make it to the State House, the livestream will begin at 1:55 PM on the Maine Teacher of the Year page.