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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.

August 18, 2023 4:00 AM

Spending and competition are up in Minnesota off-year school board races

There is heightened interest and campaign spending to fill the more than 100 open seats up for election on Minnesota school boards this year.

by Elizabeth Shockman

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August 16, 2023 11:43 AM

Indigenous history is one of the newest requirements in Minnesota classrooms

Minnesota teachers renewing their K-12 license are now being required to include training on Indigenous history as part of their requirements to teach within the state of Minnesota, as well as having it built-into the curriculum.

by Cathy Wurzer, Gracie Stockton and Lukas Levin

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August 14, 2023 1:42 PM

Helping teachers in Minnesota thrive

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with her guests about the factors contributing to teachers quitting the profession, including burnout and how to help teachers in our state thrive.

by Angela Davis and Danelle Cloutier

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August 14, 2023 4:07 AM

A lot is happening in Florida education. These are some of the changes kids will see

The Florida education system has been in the spotlight lately after Gov. Ron DeSantis banned diversity and inclusion programs in public colleges and approved a controversial social studies curriculum.

by Ayana Archie

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August 10, 2023 11:37 AM

Richfield students subjected to daily searches after homecoming shooting, lawsuit alleges

Two Richfield mothers say their sons were not involved in a shooting at a homecoming game, but faced discriminatory discipline from the district afterwards.

by Becky Z. Dernbach

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August 9, 2023 12:49 PM

Prison college grads earn degrees while serving sentences

The graduates are part of the first cohort of a two-year-old program made possible through a partnership between Metro State, Minneapolis College and the University of Minnesota.

by Regina Medina and Kerem Yücel

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August 4, 2023 8:30 AM

North Dakota lawmakers eye Minnesota free tuition program that threatens enrollment

North Dakota lawmakers and higher education leaders are beginning to chart a path for how to respond to neighboring Minnesota's upcoming program that will offer income-based free tuition to thousands of students next year.

by The Associated Press

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August 2, 2023 3:56 PM

Vacation Bible schools offers families free, low-cost options for summer child care

Between summer camps and day care, parents can spend thousands of dollars to keep their kids busy during the months long break. Vacation Bible schools have been consistently low-cost options for families for years.

by Kyra Miles

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August 2, 2023 11:19 AM

Amid addiction need, Augsburg's student recovery program seeks more participants

Since it launched in 1997, StepUP has stood out among Twin Cities collegiate recovery programs for its longevity and impact on students. Now Augsburg welcomes students outside its gates to participate.

by Olivia Stevens