Education News

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Report: Dire financial challenges for MnSCU system
A new report says the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system is facing dire financial challenges and that delays in addressing them will only make things worse.
St. Paul board removes Silva as superintendent
The St. Paul school board Tuesday night voted 5-2 to remove Valeria Silva as superintendent. Her contract ends on July 15.
St. Paul school board 'exploring options' for Silva's exit
The St. Paul school board said Wednesday it's talking with Superintendent Valeria Silva about a possible agreement that would have her step down as the district's top executive.
The plan sends 65 percent of general fund money directly to schools, nearly the same portion as this year. The percent of money going to district administrator positions also remained steady.
Navigating the finances of higher education is tough for most families, and even harder for first-generation college students. MPR News host Kerri Miller talks strategies for success with two experts.