School boards in Maine and across the nation have become the source and victims of controversy. Hotly debated societal issues in the schools have led to angry parents, embattled educators, and school board members becoming the deciders on matters ranging from masking to critical race theory. We find out what school boards in Maine are facing in this charged climate.
Panelists:
Steven Bailey, executive director, Maine School Management Association
Becky Fles, chair, board of directors, MSAD11(Gardiner, Pittston, Randolph, West Gardiner); director, Maine School Board Association
Peter Felmly, attorney, Drummond Woodsum
VIP Callers:
Regan Nickels, superintendent, RSU 22 (Hampden, Newburgh, Winterport and Frankfort)
Shawn Sullivan, reporter with the York County Coast Star.
