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Two More Photos from the 1922 North Scarborough School Event

Posted on May 26, 2026 by Don Taylor

Two newly examined photographs from the 1922 North Scarborough School event reveal children and staff. Through careful clothing analysis, both undated, unnamed images have been confidently identified and dated, adding valuable context to the Historical Society’s growing archive of early Scarborough school life. Continue reading →

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Why Was Superintendent Heald There? The Story Behind a 1922 School Photo

Posted on May 11, 2026 by Don Taylor

A 1922 photograph of North Scarborough School reveals a surprisingly transformed building — new portico, new windows, and a visiting superintendent. Town reports unlock the mystery: this little schoolhouse at Coal Kiln Corners was the first in Scarborough to meet Maine’s new state standards for elementary schools. Continue reading →

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