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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.

Stay informed about local education events, policies and more happening in schools and colleges across Minnesota.

'Panicking': Why recent college grads are struggling to find jobs

'Panicking': Why recent college grads are struggling to find jobs

Recent college graduates are facing one of the most challenging job markets in years — with the exception of the pandemic period — even as the overall unemployment rate remains low.
by Scott Horsley

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St. Cloud State University's interim president to depart early

St. Cloud State University's interim president to depart early

Larry Dietz took the two-year post last July, but announced Monday that he will be leaving by the end of this year to deal with health challenges in his family.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Minnesota sends delegation of students to Braille Challenge for first time

Minnesota sends delegation of students to Braille Challenge for first time

In February, Minnesota held its first regional Braille Challenge where students competed in various literacy tests. It led to four student finalists who went to an international competition in Los Angeles in late June.
by Clay Masters and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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‘Sticker shock’: Inflation, Ozempic drive health care costs higher for Minnesota schools

‘Sticker shock’: Inflation, Ozempic drive health care costs higher for Minnesota schools

School districts across Minnesota are struggling to contain double-digit health insurance cost increases. Some officials say inflation and accelerating prescription costs, especially for new weight loss drugs, are to blame. 
by Elizabeth Shockman

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Radio Camp 2025 explores the work of Loft Literary Center writers and those who support them

Radio Camp 2025 explores the work of Loft Literary Center writers and those who support them

Radio Camp this year focused on writers of fiction, poetry and memoir and the Minneapolis center where many teach. The Loft Literary Center offered interviewees so high school students could learn to research, interview and produce radio stories.
by MPR News Staff

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More than a story: Minnesota researcher explores the power of fairy tales on children

More than a story: Minnesota researcher explores the power of fairy tales on children

Fairy tales are more than magical stories. They’re portals that help children and adults better understand their world. MPR News spoke with a Minnesotan who’s a renowned researcher on the subject of fairy tales and how they help young children navigate their lives.
by Kyra Miles

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Feds unveil new investigation over Minnesota’s transgender athlete policy

Feds unveil new investigation over Minnesota’s transgender athlete policy

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services says it will examine whether the state’s policy allowing transgender athletes to play on women’s and girl’s sports teams constitutes sex discrimination. It’s the last in a legal tug of war over the issue.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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