In Today’s News

After 37 years of teaching Thomas Block says farewell

I have known Tom for many years beginning with his days teaching at Georges Valley High School. During the last 19 years Tom has taught art at Wiscasset High School. Bob Keyes wrote a wonderful article on Tom and his retirement in the Maine Sunday Telegram. It includes the art exhibit planned for this week with 3 dozen of Tom’s formal students. A wonderful celebration!

You can read the entire article by clicking here http://www.pressherald.com/life/audience/after-37-years-of-teaching-moments-a-fond-farewell_2011-06-12.html

Tom at the Department this past week for the Celebration of Arts Education

Commissioner’s Update

Keeping informed

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The following is from the MDOE news/reporting staff.

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