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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.

Rochester schools settle over discipline disparities

The Rochester school district has reached an agreement with the Minnesota Department of Human Rights over the district's elevated rate of disciplining students of color and students with disabilities.
by Catharine Richert

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Duluth gives 'virtual' library cards to public school students

The virtual card will give students access to a variety of resources, like e-books, movies, music and research databases. Students will also be able to check out up to five items. And, they won't have to pay late fees.
by Dan Kraker

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Augsburg professor won't be deported, for now

Augsburg professor won't be deported, for now

The Board of Immigration Appeals granted Mzenga Wanyama an emergency stay as he waits for a decision regarding his asylum case.
by Riham Feshir

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Today's college students aren't who you think they are

Today's college students aren't who you think they are

Nearly 17 million students head to college this fall. About half are financially independent from their parents, and nearly 1 in 4 is a parent caring for a child.
by Julie Depenbrock and Elissa Nadworny

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'It's a big deal to go to kindergarten': Advice from 1st-graders who've been there

'It's a big deal to go to kindergarten': Advice from 1st-graders who've been there

For kindergarteners across Minnesota, Tuesday is momentous: It marks the first day of big-kid school. The first-graders who were there just a year ago are ready with some advice.
by Dan Kraker and Derek Montgomery

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To raise confident, independent kids, some parents are trying to 'Let Grow'

To raise confident, independent kids, some parents are trying to 'Let Grow'

Research suggests kids who have more freedom and independence grow up to be less anxious and depressed. But in the age of helicopter parenting, giving kids freedom to roam can be difficult.
by Deena Prichep

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Mother of Parkland victim wins school board seat: 'I won't stop' until kids are safe

Mother of Parkland victim wins school board seat: 'I won't stop' until kids are safe

Lori Alhadeff's mission is to make all U.S. schools safe, starting with Broward County, Fla. After her daughter was killed in February's mass shooting, politics has become her vehicle for change.
by Emma Bowman and Ian Stewart

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State rolls out new accountability system for schools

State rolls out new accountability system for schools

The Minnesota Department of Education says the plan is designed to help better identify areas where schools need to improve, while supplying a stronger support system to make those improvements.
by Peter Cox

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Bus driver shortages are the new norm as new school year starts

Bus driver shortages are the new norm as new school year starts

Once again school districts around the state are facing a shortage of bus drivers. District bus coordinators say recruitment is now a year-round task, and they don't see any end to it.
by Euan Kerr

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