Education News

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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APM documentary about Perry Preschool: 'Early Lessons'
An American Public Media documentary, "Early Lessons," about the lessons from the Perry Preschool Project 60 years ago.
Buttigieg's high college debt draws attention to the issue
Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg knows firsthand the burden of six-figure student loan debt. He and his husband, Chasten, are far from alone, though, and their personal college indebtedness is helping to keep the issue on the national stage.
During the summer, most students lose about two months' worth of mathematical skills, according to the National Summer Learning Association. Three educators from across the metro area share simple, tangible ideas to help families prevent "summer slide." Tune in.
Ray Suarez on the future of religion in America
A keynote address given in St. Paul by award-winning journalist Ray Suarez about the future of religion in America.
How young is too young to be suspended from school?
A proposal to ban expulsions and suspensions for preschool students failed to get through the Legislature this year.