Senator Collins Visits Asa Adams Elementary School, Reads to 2nd Graders
U.S. Senator Susan Collins visited Asa Adams Elementary School in Orono today and read Antlers Forever! to Ms. Angie McLaughlin’s 2nd grade students.
Senator Collins has a strong record of supporting education at all levels, including promoting early childhood education; improving our public school system for kindergarten through 12th grade; and working to increase the affordability of higher education. As a member of the Senate Appropriations and the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committees, Senator Collins will continue to work to ensure that Congress provides robust funding and targeted legislation for the most effective educational programs aimed at helping teachers and students.
Senator Collins has made engaging with Maine’s students and faculty a top priority, visiting nearly 200 schools during her time as a Senator.
Collins, King Announce Nearly $2 Million STEM Education Grant to UMaine
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced that the National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded a $1,950,034 grant to the University of Maine to support Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education in rural Maine. The grant will support 22 fellowships for recent STEM graduates or current STEM professionals to further their knowledge base and become certified STEM teachers in rural, high-need Maine schools.
Senator Collins Questions Attorney General on the Government’s Response to the Heroin Epidemic
Washington, D.C.— U.S. Senator Susan Collins, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee, questioned Attorney General Loretta Lynch this morning on the opioid and heroin epidemic that is currently facing Maine and the country. Senator Collins raised her concerns with a “guns for drugs” trade that is a major factor in the heroin crisis as well as the Administration’s proposal to eliminate funding for the COPS Anti-Heroin Task Force. Attorney General Lynch testified at a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing on the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) fiscal year (FY) 2017 budget request.
MEDIA ADVISORY: TOMORROW- Senator Collins to Visit All Saints Catholic School in Bangor
U.S. Senator Susan Collins will visit All Saints Catholic School tomorrow to deliver remarks and join students and faculty for a Flag Retirement Ceremony that will be led by members of the St. Paul the Apostle Parish Cub Scout Pack 17. Following the ceremony, Senator Collins will read Antlers Forever! to Pre-K students. Senator Collins’ visit will be open to the press.
Senators Collins, Baldwin Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen America’s Commitment to the Next Generation of Researchers Clears Key Senate Hurdle
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Senator Collins Meets with Dr. James Dlugos and Elizabeth Schran of Saint Joseph’s College
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Susan Collins recently met with Dr. James Dlugos, the President of Saint Joseph’s College, and Elizabeth Schran, the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations, in her Washington, D.C., office. Dr. Dlugos and Ms. Schran were in D.C. to attend the annual meeting of the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities.
Senator Collins Welcomes Lewiston Native to Senate Page Program
“I am delighted to welcome Mandi to our nation’s capital,” said Senator Collins. “Mandi is a highly motivated student with an impressive record of academic achievement and involvement in extracurricular activities. I am pleased that she will have this unique opportunity to become intimately familiar with how Congress operates.”
Collins, King Congratulate Kathy Welch of York’s Coastal Ridge Elementary for Representing Maine at School Counselor of the Year Program
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today congratulated Kathy Welch, a school counselor at York’s Coastal Ridge Elementary School, for being named Maine’s representative to the nationwide School Counselor of the Year Program held in Washington. The program, which is organized by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), honors counselors around the country who run high-quality, comprehensive school counseling programs at either the elementary, middle or high school level.
Collins, King Announce Food Research Grant for University Of Maine
“This investment will enhance the University of Maine’s critical research that helps ensure the strength of our state’s agricultural sector,” said Senators Collins and King in a joint statement.
Collins, King Announce Nearly $400,000 to Expand Educational Opportunities at the University of Maine at Augusta
“The University of Maine at Augusta provides vital educational opportunities to both first-time and non-traditional students seeking to go on and do great things."
Collins, Heitkamp Bill to Provide Healthier Meals for Students Advances in the Senate
The School Food Modernization Act, reintroduced by Senators Collins and Heitkamp last March, was successfully passed by the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture as part of the five-year reauthorization of the child nutrition programs. This legislation, the Improving Child Nutrition Integrity and Access Act of 2016, must now be considered by the full Senate.
Increasing Investment in Biomedical Research: A Bipartisan Opportunity
The people of Maine, and of this country, expect the President and Members of Congress from both sides of the aisle to work together to improve the lives of hardworking Americans. The problems, both at home and abroad, are too important to be stymied by incivility, extremism, or hyper-partisanship.
Collins, King Announce Maine’s 2016 Senate Youth Program Delegates
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King congratulated Julia Blackwell of Woolwich and Lexie Jamieson of Scarborough for being selected as Maine’s delegates to the 54th Annual United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP). Julia and Lexie will join 102 other students from across the country in spending a week in the nation’s capital where they will have an opportunity to study the American political process first-hand.
Advisory: TOMORROW- Senators Collins to visit Sumner Memorial High School
KITTERY, ME—U.S. Senator Susan Collins will visit Sumner Memorial High School tomorrow and deliver remarks to the faculty, staff, and student body and tour Sumner’s innovative Pathways Programs. Senator Collins remarks will be open to the press.
Sumner Memorial High School enrolls 252 students from the towns of Sullivan, Sorrento, Franklin, Gouldsboro, Winter Harbor, Steuben and some of Hancock.
A Year in Review
As we turn the page on 2015 and look to the future, I welcome this opportunity to share some of the accomplishments of the past year. Although much work remains to be done, I was able to achieve progress on issues that matter to the people of Maine, whom I am honored to represent in the United States Senate.
Senators Collins, King Congratulate Maine Native on Receiving NEA Fellowship
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today congratulated Maine native Elisabeth Tova Bailey who has been awarded a Literature Fellowship in Creative Writing by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). Along with this fellowship, Ms. Bailey will receive a $25,000 grant from the NEA.
Senator Collins Statement Following Extension of Vital Perkins Student Loan Program
WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Senator Susan Collins, a member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee, released the following statement after the Senate unanimously passed legislation extending the Perkins Loan Program for two years. This critical lifeline for many low-income students expired on September 30.
Senate Passes Bipartisan Rewrite of No Child Left Behind with Important Provisions Authored by Senator Collins
WASHINGTON, D.C.— U.S. Senator Susan Collins, a member of the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, released the following statement after the Senate passed the bipartisan Every Student Succeeds Act with strong support (85-12). This bicameral reform bill will replace No Child Left Behind with new policies that will return greater control and flexibility to states and local school districts. The legislation must now be signed into law by President Obama.
SENATORS COLLINS AND KING ANNOUNCE MAINE NOMINEES TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY SERVICE ACADEMIES
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today announced their nominees to the United States Military Academies. To be considered for an appointment to a service academy, applicants must be nominated by an authorized nominating source, which includes members of Congress.
Senators Collins, King Announce Funding Award for Maine Maritime Academy
WASHINGTON, D.C.—United States Senators Susan Collins, Chairman of the Senate Transportation Appropriations Subcommittee, and Angus King, member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, today announced an award of $469,000 to the Maine Maritime Academy (MMA) from the U.S. Department of Transportation. The funding will support the Marine Engine Testing and Emissions Laboratory (METEL) at MMA.
Senator Collins Delivers Remarks at Minot Consolidated School Blue Ribbon Ceremony
“Minot Consolidated School takes pride in a strong sense of community that contributes to the success of its students. Staff, families, and community members have come together to create a welcoming school environment where students are challenged, motivated, and rewarded for good work.”
Senator Collins Statement Following Adoption of the Conference Report for the Bipartisan Rewrite of No Child Left Behind
“Ensuring that each and every child in the United States receives an excellent education has long been one of my highest priorities.”
Collins, King Announce $45,000 for Auburn School District’s Farm to School Program
WASHINGTON, D.C.—United States Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced today the Auburn School District will receive $45,000 in grant funding from the United States Department of Agriculture’s Farm to School program.
Senator Collins to Serve on Conference Committee for Education Bill
Education bill will replace No Child Left Behind
Collins, King Announce $45,000 for Auburn School District’s Farm to School Program
WASHINGTON, D.C.—United States Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced today the Auburn School District will receive $45,000 in grant funding from the United States Department of Agriculture’s Farm to School program.
Senator Collins Meets with Teachers and Administrators from Maine’s Two National Blue Ribbon Schools in Washington
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Susan Collins met with teachers and administrators from Maine’s two National Blue Ribbon Schools, Coastal Ridge Elementary in York and Minot Consolidated School in Minot, in Washington this week.
Senator Collins Discusses Important Issues with Students from Cheverus High School
The students were visiting Washington to attend the Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice Conference.
Senators Collins, Baldwin, Casey, and Portman Lead Majority of Senate in Bipartisan Effort to Save Student Loan Program
Letter from 54 Senators, including Senator King, urges Senate leadership to take up and pass bill to extend Perkins Loan Program
Critical lifeline for low-income students expired on September 30
Collins, King Announce $1.35 Million in Funding for Maine Math and Science Alliance
“The Maine Math and Science Alliance continues to build on innovative science and technology opportunities around the state, and this project will empower students, teachers, and others to become scientific observers in their own right,”
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