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Laura Hatfield: Outstanding Graduate Student in Special Education

Laura Hatfield of Montville, Maine is the 2026 Outstanding Graduate Student in Special Education in the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development.

Howorth talks with CNN about AI in K-12 schools

Associate Professor of Special Education Sarah Howorth was interviewed by CNN for a story on how K-12 student might use artificial intelligence (AI) during this school year. “AI is a little bit like fire. When cavemen first discovered fire, a lot of people said, ‘Ooh, look what it can do,’” Howorth said. “And other people […]

Howorth featured on ‘Maine Calling’ show about students with disabilities

Associate Professor of Special Education Sarah Howorth appeared on a recent episode of “Maine Calling,” the statewide call-in show that airs on Maine Public.

Meg Leddy: Dean’s Award

Meg Leddy of Ellsworth, Maine is the 2025 recipient of the Dean’s Award from the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development. This award recognizes a student who has overcome significant challenges along the path to graduation, who is dedicated to their field and shows perseverance and commitment to their program.

Cynthia Earle: Outstanding Graduate Student in Special Education

Cynthia Earle of Casco, Maine is the 2025 Outstanding Graduate Student in Special Education in the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development.

Howorth honored with CEC leadership award

Sarah Howorth, associate professor of special education at the University of Maine, is the recipient of the 2025 Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Outstanding Leadership Award for her significant contributions to the council’s programs and activities.

A photo of Angela Fileccia and Sarah Howorth in front of the University of Maine Counseling Center.

Seeking to improve services for students with autism, 91�� Counseling Center taps special education professor’s expertise

With the counseling center seeing an increase in neurodivergent clients in recent years, its staff invited Associate Professor of Special Education Sarah Howorth to share her expertise in two half-day training sessions.