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Last Update: April 17, 2026

Student Opportunities

Summer Opportunities

  • Interested in HVAC? A hands-on course offered at Eastern Maine Community College will introduce juniors and seniors to heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems while exploring real-world skills and career pathways. The dates are July 6-17—click here to learn more.

  • Pathways for ME is a FREE career launch program for graduating Maine seniors. Starting this summer you'll train, earn college credit, and connect directly to employers - fast. For more information click here.

  • Portland Youth Corps – Want to spend your summer outdoors while building leadership skills? Join the Portland Youth Corps! Kick things off with a 4-day Hurricane Island adventure, then work on a trail crew in Portland’s parks. Click here to learn more.

  • PAID Student Opportunity – Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Training: MaineHealth Maine Medical Center is offering a free, 6-week CNA program with paid training ($18/hr + benefits), clinical experience, and certification. Click here to learn more.

  • Build your financial skills this summer with FAME (Finance Authority of Maine)! Join a FREE 5-day course (June 22–26) at Waynflete School covering budgeting, credit, investing, and more. Open to Maine high school students—laptop required (loaners available). Snacks provided; bring lunch. Click here for more info!

  • Thomas College is hosting three overnight summer camps for students:

As seen in Thursday’s BA Weekly Update:

  • Cybersecurity Team - Baxter is looking to form a cybersecurity team for next year’s CyberPatriot competition! Reach out to Eric Kawamoto or current team members for more info.

  • Student Opportunity for Rising Juniors: Maine Coast Semester: Interested in ecology, outdoor leadership, hands-on science, or coastal ecosystems? Consider this one-semester immersive program in Wiscasset featuring field-based classes, farm work, and wilderness trips. Contact our Math and Computer Science teacher Ruby Peterman, who attended as a student. Click here for more info including financial aid.

  • Students, do you have a talent to share at a Grade Level Meeting? Contact Mary Cardillo in the front office.