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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.

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

St. Paul teacher behind controversial online posts retires

Writings on Theodore Olson's personal blog and Facebook page stirred controversy in the district in March. Some parents said the postings displayed hostility toward students of color.
by Solvejg Wastvedt

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A new school year brings renewed focus on attendance

A new school year brings renewed focus on attendance

As students head back to school, districts are faced with age-old problem of making sure they show up. In St. Louis, one principal resorted to extreme measures: installing washing machines and dryers.

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University of Wisconsin-Madison is top party school in U.S.

University of Wisconsin-Madison is top party school in U.S.

UW-Madison is famous for its parties, especially Halloween and an end-of-year block party. Every home football game is preceded by hours of off-site drinking.
by The Associated Press

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Meet Minnesota's teacher of the year

Meet Minnesota's teacher of the year

As another school year gets underway, Minnesota's Teacher of the Year, Abdul Wright, reflects on education issues and challenges.
by MPR News Staff

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4 years after tragedy, a new Sandy Hook elementary prepares to open its doors

4 years after tragedy, a new Sandy Hook elementary prepares to open its doors

Students will be entering a brand-new school for the first time when classes start Monday. It's located at the same site as the scene of the tragedy and the architects were inspired by nature.

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Photos: U of M Marching Band director makes history, quietly

Photos: U of M Marching Band director makes history, quietly

Betsy McCann is the first woman to lead the U's marching band -- and the first woman to lead any Big Ten marching band.
by Peter Cox

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Universities awarded grants to study harmful algae blooms

Two Michigan universities have received state funding to develop technologies that would help identify and track harmful algae blooms in the Great Lakes.
by Associated Press

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New assignment this fall in Minnesota schools: deal with 'Pokémon Go'

New assignment this fall in Minnesota schools: deal with 'Pokémon Go'

The smartphone game became a worldwide phenomenon this summer. Some school leaders worry it will be a distraction for kids returning to class this fall. Others are embracing it as a teaching tool.
by Solvejg Wastvedt

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