Registration and Accommodations
The Maine DOE Annual Summit on Day 1 (July 29) is tailored to meet the needs of Maine’s education workforce, including school staff, educators, school safety professionals, and building and instructional leaders.
The Every Teacher a Leader Conference on Days 2 and 3 (July 30 and 31) features teacher-led sessions designed specifically for classroom teachers.
Accommodation is available on the Thomas College Campus. Attendees must book their own lodging accommodation if they plan to stay overnight.
Venue Information
The Annual Summit at Thomas College will use several buildings on the Campus. The above map highlights those buildings and their proximity to each other. Transportation between buildings will be provided for those with physical challenges or limitations.
Traveling to Thomas College
Thomas College is located at 180 West River Road in Waterville, Maine. From Interstate 95 exit 127, go east on Kennedy Memorial Drive (Route 137). In approximately 1.5 miles, turn right onto West River Road (Route 104 South). Thomas College is 1.5 miles on the left. Explore our campus map and find where you need to be!
Approximate Drive Times
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Location
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Distance
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Fort Kent, ME
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4.5 hours
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Presque Isle, ME
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3.5 hours
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Houlton, ME
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2.75 hours
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Bangor, ME
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1 hour
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Lewiston, ME
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50 minutes
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Portland, ME
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1.25 hours
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Biddeford, ME
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1.50 hours
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Area Attractions
Whether you're planning on arriving early or staying a little later, there's plenty to do in the local area.
Colby College Museum of Art
5600 Mayflower Hill, Waterville, 04901-8856
Quarry Road Trails
300 Quarry Road, Waterville, 04901
Waterville Opera House
1 Common Street, Waterville, 04901-6643
Waterville Historical Society
62 Silver Street, Waterville, 04901-6524
Maine State Museum
230 State Street, Augusta, 04330-6845
Fort Western
16 Cony Street, Augusta, 04330-5200
State Capitol
State Street, Augusta, 04330-6845
Thomas College 180 West River Road, Waterville, ME, USA
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