AUGUSTA — Acting Commissioner of the Department of Education Robert Hasson has announced that Rachel Paling joined the team in the Department of Education as the director of communications on Feb. 21. Rachel previously worked as the communications manager at the University of Maine, Augusta, where she held that position for five years.
“Rachel’s experience in communications, messaging, web management, and graphics and design makes her a great addition to our team, and we look forward to her contributions to our mission at the department.” Rachel lives in New Sharon with her husband and two children. You can reach Rachel at Rachel.Paling@maine.gov or by calling 624-6747.