The St. George School was named a finalist for a Yass award, earning $200,000 and a chance at the $1 million grand prize.
ST GEORGE, Maine — Toward the end of a long peninsula, the St. George School has just 200 students, pre-K through 8th grade.
In 2015, the district became independent and reshaped its curriculum. The school board created a career and technical education program and a small makerspace.
NEWS CENTER Maine asked board members, parents, teachers, and students, about the results so far. The consensus is it’s been dramatic, and it’s only evolving.
“We’re on the end of a peninsula, and we’re like almost an island community,” said Kristin Falla, the school board vice chair. “But that also unites…
