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Student arrested after bringing gun to St. Paul school Tuesday
School leaders discovered a student had brought a gun to Johnson Senior High School in the morning. Officials say the incident shows district safety procedures worked as designed to protect students. 
Out to Lunch: Mankato East High School principal works to center student voices
Akram Osman was a graduate of Mankato East High School, the school he now leads. He credits his own principal at the time for valuing his voice as a student and pushing him to pursue a path in education.
Dyslexia: Understanding what it is and how to find support
Imagine being bright and curious but every word on a page feels like a wall. That’s life with dyslexia. MPR News guest host Catharine Richert and her guests discuss how to recognize dyslexia and get support. 
Minnesota’s public school districts face more student need with fewer resources
Many students in Minnesota are heading back to school this week. Some are entering new buildings and getting new school supplies with with help of donations. And some public school districts report increased enrollment.
Back to school reporter roundtable: Districts hone in on student safety, budget woes
If you are a parent in Minnesota, you probably got an email last week from your school district that had details about what officials are doing to keep kids safe as classes start this week. School leaders conducted extra check-ins with local law enforcement before classes started to ensure safety plans were in place.
Macalester president: Federal immigration policy impacting international student enrollment
The Macalester College president said some international students chose to unenroll in classes over the summer due to federal immigration policy and fear.
How to support your kids – and yourself –  through back-to-school anxiety
The first day of school can bring a wide range of feelings, especially for parents sending off kindergarteners. And with the backdrop of the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School, there is an extra layer of anxiety for many families.
International student enrollment slips under Trump. How is MSU Mankato moving forward?
Will Coghill-Behrends, the dean of global education at Minnesota State University, Mankato joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition Thursday with his insights and how the school is easing international students’ paths to the North Star State.