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MPR News keeps track of the latest education news in Minnesota so you can understand the events shaping the future of learning and how it impacts students at any level.

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As schools reopen in Minnesota, COVID-19 cases climb

As schools reopen in Minnesota, COVID-19 cases climb

State officials say that more than 750 Minnesota schools have confirmed COVID-19 cases, and many are likely from a more contagious, more severe version of the virus that originated in the United Kingdom.
by Catharine Richert and Elizabeth Shockman

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University of Minnesota to add 2nd Indigenous language house

A new University of Minnesota Living Learning Community called the Dakota Language House will launch next fall to advance and support students' learning of the Dakota language.

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Generation unemployed: Another class of graduates face pandemic-scarred future

Generation unemployed: Another class of graduates face pandemic-scarred future

Although the overall jobs market is starting to come back, youth unemployment remains stubbornly high, creating a lot of anxiety among the latest class of college and high school seniors.
by Sam Gringlas

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Humankind documentary: Libraries Reimagined

Humankind documentary: Libraries Reimagined

For National Library Week, the first of a two-part series of documentaries from Humankind about the future of libraries. “Libraries Reimagined.”

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Former residents of troubled youth facility receive settlement money

Former residents of troubled youth facility receive settlement money

The families of 17 kids settled their lawsuit against the owner of Mesabi Academy for $1.495 million, even as more treatment centers closed, forcing youth with mental health needs to wait months for care. 
by Tom Scheck

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Nonprofit announces intent to close Cedar Riverside charter school

Nonprofit announces intent to close Cedar Riverside charter school

Pillsbury United Communities announced its intent to close Cedar Riverside Community School, one of the first charter schools in the country, as soon as June 30. The school plans to appeal.

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Students of color disproportionately choosing distance learning

Students of color disproportionately choosing distance learning

In-person learning options are now widely available in Minnesota. But students of color — especially Asian American students — are choosing to remain in distance learning at higher rates than white students. 
by Elizabeth Shockman

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Here's what's in President Biden's $2 trillion infrastructure proposal

Here's what's in President Biden's $2 trillion infrastructure proposal

The proposal would overhaul roads, transit, utilities, internet access and more in the name of creating jobs. It's also intended to combat climate change, racial inequality and competition from China.
by Scott Detrow

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Standardized tests are underway in MN schools. What does that mean for students and teachers?

Proponents argue the tests are a needed benchmark after a year that for many students has involved more time at home than in a classroom. But others say they are creating logistical hurdles for already burdened districts, and more stress for kids.
by Cathy Wurzer

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