There are a variety of school choice options available for many of the 260,000 children living in Maine. Families in Maine can choose from traditional public schools, public charter schools, public magnet schools, private schools, online academies, and homeschooling.
If you’re a parent looking for school choice options for your child head to our Maine State Guide.
National School Choice Week (NSCW) informs, inspires, and empowers parents to discover the K-12 education options available for their children, including traditional public, charter, magnet, online, private, and home schooling.
Every January, tens of thousands of schools, organizations, and individuals plan unique events and activities to shine a positive spotlight on effective education options in their communities.
In 2025, we are partnering with 125 schools and organizations in Maine to raise awareness of K-12 education options.
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Digital Backpack for Parents
Find information about school choice in your state, as well as ideas and resources to help you celebrate.
Events
All-Star Events
Ecology Learning Center – All Star 2025
Jan 27
Open to Public: No
Ecology Learning Center
Unity
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Ecology Learning Center will celebrate National School Choice Week (NSCW) with school spirit. The whole school will gather for an all-school assembly on January 27 to kick off School Choice Week with music performances, a slideshow, and presentations highlighting why students choose our place-based charter school, which serves students from over 30 towns and 4 counties in Maine.
Newport Co-op – All Star 2025
Jan 29
Open to Public: Yes
Newport Co-op
Etna
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Newport Co-Op will celebrate National School Choice Week (NSCW) with a spirit week of themed dress-up days. Students will participate in team-based scavenger hunts, following clues throughout the week.
Wellness Mobile Foundation – All Star 2025
Feb 1
Open to Public: Yes
Wellness Mobile Foundation
Sabattus
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Wellness Mobile Foundation will celebrate National School Choice Week (NSCW) with a family festival, a community event for The Children’s Trust. Our goal, along with other service providers, is to prevent child abuse and neglect.
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