AUGUSTA — Jim Rier, the state’s education commissioner, has been placed on indefinite medical leave, according to Department of Education spokeswoman Samantha Warren. Warren did not provide details about Rier’s condition, but she said his absence is expected to be temporary and that Rier remains in close contact with department leadership. In the interim, Gov. […]
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Maine student scores drop on reading and math exams
AUGUSTA — Maine students in grades three through eight scored lower on the state’s reading and math exams in 2013 than they did the year before. The tests were taken by nearly all students last October and are used to satisfy state and federal school accountability requirements. The scores also are used to determine each […]
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Education leaders support Rier as next commissioner
AUGUSTA — Lewiston and Auburn officials heaped praise on Gov. Paul LePage’s nomination for state education commissioner, Jim Rier of Topsham, after he came one step closer to the job Wednesday. Supporters said Rier knows Maine education, is fair and has integrity. Rier has a reputation for his command of education funding. The Maine State […]
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LePage names Jim Rier to lead Department of Education
AUGUSTA — Gov. Paul LePage announced Monday that he has selected Jim Rier as his nominee for commissioner of the Department of Education. Rier, who has worked in the department for 10 years and who was appointed acting commissioner by LePage in October of last year, has been overseeing the department since former Commissioner Stephen […]
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LePage names Rier as acting education department chief
AUGUSTA — Maine Gov. Paul LePage has elevated the deputy of the Department of Education to acting commissioner. Jim Rier of Topsham has worked in the education department for a decade, starting as director of finance and operations. He’s served as deputy commissioner since 2011 under Stephen Bowen, who resigned last month to work at […]