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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.

St. Paul high school locked down briefly

A St. Paul high school went into lockdown today Friday after a report that a student was spotted with a gun -- but no gun was found.
by Tim Post

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Bill to create health insurance pools for teachers headed to Pawlenty

Legislation approved Thursday night would create a statewide health insurance pool for school employees and teachers, but some critics say it might create more red tape and question the program's savings.
by Tom Weber

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UMD talk set as Twin Ports gear up for tall ships

The Twin Ports are gearing up for a visit by eight tall ships in late July.

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Ed Commissioner sets deadline for 'Race' application

Minnesota's Education Commissioner is setting a deadline for determining whether the state re-applies for federal funds in the Race to the Top program.
by Tom Weber

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MnSCU, U of M don't expect cuts to be restored

Minnesota's two public higher education systems don't believe the state Supreme Court's ruling against Gov. Pawlenty's unallotment will change their budgets.
by Tim Post

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Group pushing changes in teacher licensing to unveil ads

A group of DFL and Republican lawmakers will join school officials today to introduce new TV and radio ads in support of legislation allowing teachers to get certified more easily.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Onamia is eighth district to move to four-day weeks

There now at least eight school districts in Minnesota that plan to operate on four-day weeks this fall.
by Tom Weber

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Mpls. seeking private sources to fund new school fields

The Minneapolis School District will kick off an effort Tuesday to raise more than a million dollars from private sources to pay for new turf fields at two city high schools.
by Tom Weber

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Pawlenty: Give states flexibility on education

Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty on Monday cautioned business executives that the United States cannot succeed if its education policy leaves children unprepared for the work force and urged Washington to give states more flexibility.

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Minn. Teacher of the Year on Midday

Minn. Teacher of the Year on Midday

Sixth-grade teacher Ryan Vernosh was named Minnesota's Teacher of the Year 2010 at ceremonies Sunday. He teaches a classroom of boys at Maxfield Magnet Elementary School in St. Paul.

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