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.

October 25, 2015 6:45 PM

There were fewer black men in medical school in 2014 than in 1978

Medical school applications have gone way up in the past few decades. But one group of applicants has not grown: black men.

by Lauren Silverman

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October 24, 2015 3:49 PM

Obama wants students to stop taking unnecessary tests

President Obama has directed the Education Department to help states cut back on tests that don't help students learn.

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October 24, 2015 1:15 PM

Former State Rep. Sandra Peterson dies

Former State Rep. Sandra Peterson was a long-time advocate for education.

by MPR News Staff

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October 23, 2015 8:05 AM

U suspends fraternity over misconduct

The Sigma Alpha Epsilon chapter has been suspended until June 2017. That likely will be followed by extended probation and education requirements.

by The Associated Press

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October 23, 2015 6:00 AM

St. Paul grapples with discipline policies after fights, gun brought to school

A 16-year-old is facing charges for bringing a loaded handgun to Harding High School. That incident and reports of fights in other St. Paul schools has ignited a conversation about how to keep violence off campuses.

by Peter Cox

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October 22, 2015 3:40 PM

'Sesame Street' introduces a new muppet character with autism

The educational show has been working with advocacy groups to help reduce the stigma associated with autism spectrum disorder.

by Elizabeth Blair

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October 21, 2015 6:33 PM

Loaded gun found in backpack at St. Paul's Harding High School

Police found the gun in a student's backpack when a teacher reported the backpack smelled of marijuana, administrators say.

by Riham Feshir

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October 21, 2015 11:57 AM

Lockdown ends at Normandale Community College

Normandale Community College in Bloomington has given the all-clear after going into lockdown for about 45 minutes while police searched for a fleeing suspect near the school.

by MPR News Staff

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October 21, 2015 10:42 AM

Ahmed, the clockmaking Texas student, will move from U.S. to Qatar

"I think I will learn a lot and also have lots of fun there," says Ahmed Mohamed. The 14-year-old and his family have accepted a scholarship for high school and college.