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.

What state education funding changes can we expect in 2013?
We'll come down to the state level and look at what we might expect from lawmakers on the topic of education funding when they return to the Capitol next month.
State education leaders want to make sure high school students know before they graduate whether they are fully prepared for college.
What education policies can we expect during Obama's second term?
As President Barack Obama prepares for his second term, we'll look back on the education policies put into place during his first four years. We'll talk about what we federal education changes we can expect from Obama in the coming year.
Expect push for new bullying law in Minn. next session
Advocates of stronger anti-bullying measures in Minnesota say they'll push again for a new bullying law during the upcoming legislative session.
Donations to private Minnesota colleges have rebounded from the recession, according to the organization that represents many of them.
School funding through property tax 'unfair,' key DFL leader says
Incoming Senate Majority Leader Tom Bakk said he thinks the current referendum system has driven up property taxes and created unequal funding for schools across the state.
Almost 1,900 students at one Twin Cities high school are getting iPads, as part of a districtwide plan to give every student a tablet computer by the end of the school year.
Minn. teachers reflect on Newtown, Conn. shooting
We asked Minnesota teachers in MPR's Public Insight Network to share their thoughts following the school shooting in Connecticut on Friday.
Paynesville High School in central Minnesota closed early Tuesday after several students fell ill with suspected cases of carbon monoxide poisoning.