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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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September 30, 2018 7:45 PM

Munch or not? Experts set to tackle art mystery at Minnesota college

A longtime Minnesota art mystery may soon be solved, as a new effort launches this week to determine whether a painting at St. Olaf College is by famed artist Edvard Munch — or an imposter.

by MPR News Staff

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September 28, 2018 5:31 AM

Should we teach about consent in K-12? Brett Kavanaugh's home state says yes

More states are requiring that children learn about consent and healthy relationships, and students themselves are among those pushing for change.

by Anya Kamenetz

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September 26, 2018 2:50 PM

One week window opens for teachers to opt out of union dues

This week, Minnesota teachers and school staff have their first opportunity to opt out of paying union dues since a major Supreme Court decision that allows them to do so.

by John Enger

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September 25, 2018 2:00 PM

There's a science to teaching children to read

Host Kerri Miller spoke to two education experts on scientifically-based practices that help teachers effectively teach reading to students.

by Kerri Miller and Jeffrey Bissoy

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September 24, 2018 5:33 AM

When Florence hit her school community, this principal stepped up

Many of Krista Holland's students have been away from home and out of school for more than week. She says, "The lack of a sense of normalcy for the kids, I think that's where my heart aches the most."

by Lisa Philip

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September 22, 2018 5:50 PM

Volunteers build new playground at Minneapolis elementary school

Dozens of volunteers gathered at a north Minneapolis elementary school Saturday to build a new playground, just a few months after a tragedy at a playground in an adjacent park.

by Nina Moini

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September 21, 2018 5:37 AM

Parents are leery of schools requiring 'mental health' disclosures by students

Florida school districts now have to ask if a new student has ever been referred for mental health services. It's a legislative attempt to help troubled kids. Will it work, or increase stigma instead?

by Julio Ochoa

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September 18, 2018 7:17 PM

University of Minnesota child care program staying open

The University of Minnesota will keep a popular university-run child care program open. The program is set to be integrated with the Shirley Moore Laboratory School which will move into the Child Development Center building.

by Peter Cox