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The problem is particularly severe in Skowhegan-based Maine School Administrative District 54, which still needs more than 20 educational technicians as the 2023-24 school year launches.
It's not the first time such complaints have been raised and school and district officials say that staff have undergone training and investigate all reported incidents.
The budget now moves to a referendum vote June 13 for residents of Albion, Benton, Clinton and Fairfield.
The MSAD 49 board said teacher Isaac Badenya Thomas missed the public comment portion of Thursday's meeting and could not air his concerns about harassment and bullying at the high school.
The area school board approved a $29.6 million budget proposal for the coming year, a 4.8% increase from last year even as the district anticipates cutting 11 positions, most of which are currently vacant.