The pandemic has caused great disruption to normal K-12 schooling, and teachers have borne the brunt of many of these changes. We’ll speak with educators about the problems they face, from staying connected to students to worrying about their own health. We will also hear about some of the innovative ways in which teachers have kept learning at the forefront during this crisis.
Guests
Doug Hodum, science teacher, Mt Blue High School; president, Mt. Blue RSD Education Association
Rebecca Cole, first grade teacher, Windham Primary School; local union president, Sebago East Shore Education Association; director for Maine, National Education Association
Jesse Hargrove, social studies teacher, Hermon High School; vice president, Maine Education Association
Laura Whitney, middle and high school choral music teacher, Gray New Gloucester School District
Resources
- Maine FrontLine WarmLine Now Available to Support Maine School Staff
- Teachers In Maine Are Texting, Making House Calls To Keep Students Connected During The Pandemic
- Maine School Budgets Less Dire Than Expected — But Many Still Face ‘Toughest Budget Year’
- Maine Winter Sports Resuming In Limited Way, But Students ‘Just Happy That We’re Getting To Play’
- Maine Schools To Get More Than $183 Million Out Of New Stimulus Package
- Teacher Shortages Worsened By Pandemic Leave Some Kids With Disabilities Waiting For Needed Services
