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Empowering students to actively contribute to the vitality of our forested communities today and into the future

Program Overview

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The MFC invites schools and communities in rural Central and Northern and Western Maine to engage in a collaborative teaching and learning partnership focused on:

 

  • honoring & building upon the knowledge, skills, & expertise of those working to sustain rural Maine’s forest economies

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  • creating innovative ways to build enduring social capital in rural communities

 

  • educating students about how to engage in sustaining working forests & rural communities, emphasizing college & career readiness

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Students, teachers, parents, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and community members will share and explore historical perspectives, learn about future job/career opportunities, and engage in innovative problem solving for the long-term viability of Maine’s diverse forest economy and rural communities.  A diverse forest economy includes the expansion of sustainable and profitable forest industries, long-term conservation planning, entrepreneurship, and enhancement of recreational opportunities that honor the rich heritage of the region.

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Current Partner Schools

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Piscataquis High School, Guilford

Maine Forest Collaborative class, taught by Gabrielle Cohcrane 

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Belfast Area High School, Belfast

Fish and Wildlife class taught by David Thomas

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Tremont Consolidated School, Bass Harbor

7th & 8th grade science class taught by Tonya Prentice

Schenck High School, East Millinocket

Maine Forest Collaborative class taught by Caleb McNaughton

 

Tri-County Technical Center, Dexter

Outdoor Leadership class taught by Stephanie Perkins

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Telstar High School, Bethel

Environmental Policy class taught by D Johanassen

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Greenville Consolidated School, Greenville

8th grade class taught by Selena Tardif 

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