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Minnesota Legislature chooses three new U of M regents ahead of leadership decisions

Minnesota Legislature chooses three new U of M regents ahead of leadership decisions

West St. Paul City Council Member Robyn Gulley is joining the 12-member panel that governs the U along with former Allina Health CEO Dr. Penny Wheeler and Mary Turner, president of the Minnesota Nurses Association. Regent Tadd Johnson was re-appointed.
by Matt Sepic

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How can adults teach kids to stay safe online? Tell them a story, says local cybersecurity expert and children’s book author

How can adults teach kids to stay safe online? Tell them a story, says local cybersecurity expert and children’s book author

Zinet Kemal uses stories and school visits to help educate and empower young people about safety online—and to encourage them to consider careers in cybersecurity.

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Minnesota graduation rates inch toward pre-pandemic highs

Minnesota graduation rates inch toward pre-pandemic highs

Nearly 84 percent of Minnesota seniors graduated within four years in 2022, the state’s education commissioner said Tuesday. Black and Native students saw notable gains. Search the database to find out how your school or district performed.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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As teacher shortages loom, one district grows future educators in high school

As teacher shortages loom, one district grows future educators in high school

A school district in San Antonio, Texas, has built an entire high school dedicated to raising the next generation of teachers. It's a bold experiment that could pay off big if shortages continue.
by Cory Turner

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Difference makers: 8 Minnesota students helping transform their communities

Difference makers: 8 Minnesota students helping transform their communities

The 2020 murder of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer set off a movement of student-led protests and calls for change. Nearly three years later, many of these young Minnesotans are still working to shape the state’s future.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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U of M Board of Regents chair steps down, citing 'continuity of leadership'

U of M Board of Regents chair steps down, citing 'continuity of leadership'

University of Minnesota Regent Ken Powell announced today he is stepping down as chair of the university’s governing board “to support continuity of leadership” of the 12-member board, which is tasked with replacing outgoing President Joan Gabel.
by Dan Kraker

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Rochester schools end week without internet; questions linger about cyber attack

Rochester schools end week without internet; questions linger about cyber attack

Rochester Public Schools disabled its internet access this week in response to an apparent cyber attack. For students that has meant hot classrooms, lots of pen and paper assignments and even an extra day of Spring Break.
by Catharine Richert

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