Bill to allow Maine's first charter schools approved - Maine Politics - Bangor Daily News - 0 views
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Jeff Bernstein on 29 Jun 11Legislation creating Maine's first charter schools is headed to Gov. Paul LePage's desk for his signature. After years of failed attempts, advocates for charter schools finally succeeded in receiving legislative support for allowing public schools that must meet state and federal academic standards but are given more flexibility in curriculum, budgeting and other areas.