Learning from Maine
EPISODE ONE: CASCO BAY HIGH SCHOOL
How "Intensives" Are Letting Portland Students Pursue Their Passions -- And Address Community Needs
Why does one Portland high school halt all of it's "normal" classes for a full week in the middle of the winter? At Casco Bay High School, teachers and students use the week to let students pursue their passions and tackle real challenges – from addressing Maine’s teacher shortage to helping students learn to swim.
Want to Learn More?
Want to See How Casco Bay Makes Learning Happen? Watch Extended Interviews with CBHS Educators below:
Teacher Matt Bernstein
Teacher Leslie Applebaum
Principal Priya Natarajan
​More Resources:
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​More about Casco Bay High School​
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Here’s a list of Casco Bay’s Winter 2025 Intensive Offerings.​
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Here is the planning template that Casco Bay teachers use for Intensives (as filled out for “Casco Teaches”)​​
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Learn more about Maine Community Swimming
