Latin and Classics Teachers of Maine, You are cordially invited to the Maine Classical Association Fall Meeting on Saturday, November 8th, at Colby College (Bixler 219). This fall, our presenters will be taking their audience on a scholarly journey across the Ancient Mediterranean, diving into such places as Lydia, the ancient Peloponnese, and ancient Tuscany. Rebecca Frank, of Colby College, will lead us in… Read more →
Classics in the News: Ira Brevis?
School is back, Halloween is on the way (Reformation Day as well for the history buffs), and my household has put a temporary ban on visiting downtown Brunswick. Bridge construction, closed roads, and the frustratingly beautiful scenes of people practicing freedom of assembly have turned what once was a fifteen minute, 2-turn drive into a nightmare of backroads and on-ramps.… Read more →
MCA Fall Meeting – Diem Serva!
The Maine Classical Association Fall Meeting will be held onSaturday, November 8th, at Colby College. More details concerning our speakers, schedule, and the registration process will follow. We look forward to seeing you and are continually honored by your commitment to the Classics and this association. Read more →
Classics in the News: The Gods of Summer?
Shout out to Bernie, retired Lewiston High School Latin teacher and current Maine State Music Theatre volunteer. Meeting you was a great reminder of how diverse and broadreaching our field is! As summer vacation begins to wind down and you’re excitedly down to your last house guests, find a cool spot, pour yourself a glass of iced something, and check… Read more →
MCA Summer Reading 2025 *Date Corrected*
We laughed with Terence at the first MCA Summer reading, and last year we were shocked by the outrages of Tacitus’ Julio-Claudians. This summer, the pits of Hades itself will open up, as we read Sextus Pompey’s conversation with the witch Erictho and her reanimation of a corpse in the sixth book of Lucan’s Bellum Civile. Join us on Thursday, July 17th, from… Read more →
Classics in the News: All the senses
Summer vacation has finally come upon us, although the weather has not quite gotten the memo. While somewhat rainy days continue to be upon us, you may be finding yourself wandering into the world of online shopping. Unsure of what you are looking for as you browse endless pages of items? Find some inspiration in A$AP Rocky. At the Cannes… Read more →
Part-time Job Alert: Portland, Maine
Seeking a part-time Latin teacher for the fall semester (and possibly the spring semester) for three sections of Latin, levels 1, 2, and 3/4. Please contact us for more information and a link to the application. Closing two weeks after being posted on the district website. Job Start Date: 08-25-25 School/Institution: Portland High School Contact Information: Michelle Tucci [email protected] Read more →
Classics in the News: Death and Rebirth
Show us the money! The Renaissance Society of America is accepting proposals for their grants in supporting Renaissance studies in high schools. Secondary level educators are called to propose innovative projects that could include such opportunities as theatrical or musical performances, guest speakers, or museum/special collection visits. Did the Portland Symphony Orchestra pop into your head? Or the Boston Museum… Read more →
Classics in the News: It’s a Full Body Experience
N.B. RSVP deadline for the MCA Spring Meeting on May 3rd is April 17th! We hope to see you there. Also happening on April 17th: the release of Emily Hauser’s Mythica: A New History of Homer’s World, Through the Women Written Out of It. To stay up-to-date with the release or even pre-order, check out Hauser’s website here. As April… Read more →
Snow on the Ground, Invitation in your Inbox
Latin and Classics Teachers of Maine, You are cordially invited to the Maine Classical Association Spring Meeting on Saturday, May 3rd, at Gardiner High School. We have an exciting line-up of presentations this spring, covering a range of topics, from translation alignment, to building classroom culture that centers deep thinking, to navigating the “back end” of public school life. We’ll be… Read more →