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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.

Even after Pawlenty, teacher reform to remain a hot topic

Even after Pawlenty, teacher reform to remain a hot topic

The argument over the way Minnesota's teachers are licensed and evaluated was a hot topic in the last legislative session, and the issue promises to be just as contentious in the coming year.
by Tom Weber

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U of M tuition hikes expected to be approved

The University of Minnesota board of regents is expected to approve a budget later this week that trims the school's budget and raises tuition for students.
by Tim Post

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American RadioWorks and the Great Textbook War

American RadioWorks and the Great Textbook War

Minnesota's academic standards are often cited as some of the best in the nation. But are schoolchildren really learning what the state says they should know? American RadioWorks and Minnesota Public Radio host a live conversation in MPR's UBS Forum about the documentary, "The Great Textbook War" and how we decide what our children learn.
by Stephen Smith and Tom Weber

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Minneapolis school board member stepping down

Pam Costain, a Minneapolis School Board member, will leave the board before the end of her term to become president and CEO of a non-profit that focuses on the achivement of students in the Minneapolis district.
by Tom Weber

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St. Paul trims 117 teachers from district

The St. Paul school board is cutting 117 teachers from its staff next year as part of the board's response to a budget deficit for next year of more than $27 million.
by Tim Nelson

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State invests in biotech startup firm

State invests in biotech startup firm

The state of Minnesota will lend $250,000 to a biotech company that's attempting to capitalize on scientific advances pioneered at the University of Minnesota.
by Bill Catlin

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Pilot program to use arts to help teach other subjects

Ten Minnesota schools are participating in a pilot project using the arts to improve student achievement. The Perpich Arts Integration Project is funded by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
by Dan Gunderson

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Court: Are medical residents students or employees

The Supreme Court agreed Tuesday to decide whether student doctors are students or employees when it comes to collecting Social Security taxes.

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Minnesota teen wins $10,000 for Bubble Wrap idea

A Minnesota teen has won $10,000 for coming up with an unorthodox use for bubble wrapping.

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Education emerging as a major issue in race for governor

Education emerging as a major issue in race for governor

Education is emerging as a lightning rod issue in this year's race for governor, and Republicans say Minnesota's recent failure to win a competitive federal education grant showed that Democrats are beholden to an obstructionist teacher's union.
by Tim Pugmire

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