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The Portland Press Herald •
Jan 16, 2013
Private SchoolsMaineHyde School
Don MacMillan, the headmaster of Hyde School, has announced his decision to step down from his position at the end of the school year. Laura Gauld, a Hyde graduate and current executive director of Hyde's boarding schools, will take over as head of school. MacMillan has spent nearly 30 years at Hyde School, including the past five as headmaster.
A jury trial began to determine whether staff at Westwood Lodge psychiatric hospital acted appropriately regarding the 2006 death of 14-year-old resident Monique Payne. The victim's mother alleged that understaffing and a failure to address reported symptoms led to a fatal outcome resulting from an untreated brain tumor.
CelebrityLegislationLabor HistorySynanonUniversity of California PressTeamstersUnited Farm Workers (ufw)Hostess
The article discusses historical incidents involving labor unions, including intimidation tactics in Michigan and the adoption of Synanon's controversial practices by Cesar Chavez at the United Farm Workers headquarters in California. It describes how these actions affected union governance and public perception without attributing blame to individuals who experienced the events.
Facilities:Synanon, University of California Press, Teamsters, United Farm Workers (UFW), Hostess
Key Figures:Cesar Chavez, Dolores Huerta, Matt Garcia, Brian Domitrovic
Faith-Based ProgramsLicensingOversightLegislationStaff MisconductGateway Christian Military AcademySafe Harbor Maritime AcademyCamp TraceyAnderson AcademySoutheastern Military AcademyLighthouse of Northwest FloridaNew Beginnings Girls Academy
An investigative report reveals that Florida children's homes operating under a religious exemption are largely shielded from state oversight and regulation. Records show state authorities have responded to numerous allegations of abuse, physical injury, and medical neglect at these facilities over the past decade while operations continued.
Facilities:Gateway Christian Military Academy, Safe Harbor Maritime Academy, Camp Tracey, Anderson Academy, Southeastern Military Academy, Lighthouse of Northwest Florida, New Beginnings Girls Academy
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Child DeathGraphic Descriptions of Assaults or Injuries
CelebrityTrialJuvenile JusticeConnecticutElan School
Michael Skakel, convicted of murdering Martha Moxley in 1975, is scheduled for a parole hearing after serving ten years of a 20‑to‑life sentence. Supporters argue a miscarriage of justice and his juvenile status warrant release, while the victim’s family maintains he has shown no remorse and should remain incarcerated. The case highlights ongoing debates over juvenile sentencing and parole eligibility.
