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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.

Minnesota Teacher of the Year award goes to St. Paul math teacher

Minnesota Teacher of the Year award goes to St. Paul math teacher

Students and fellow teachers praised Michael Houston for creating a welcoming classroom environment, making math relevant to students, and focusing on mental health. The award offered a bright spot after a difficult year at Harding High School, including a fatal stabbing in the building.
by Becky Z. Dernbach

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Opportunities and hope behind bars

Opportunities and hope behind bars

People who are incarcerated are less likely to return to jail or prison if they have access to education and arts programs. MPR News host Angela Davis highlights Minnesota programs bringing education, the arts and hope to people behind bars.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Schools ended universal free lunch. Now meal debt is soaring

Schools ended universal free lunch. Now meal debt is soaring

Across the country, schools are reporting rising cafeteria debt, and fewer kids are enrolling in their free and reduced price programs. Many states are moving to make meals free for all kids again.
by Kate Grumke

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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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Two guns found at Minneapolis elementary school

Minneapolis police recovered two guns from the city’s Loring Elementary School on Wednesday, apparently brought to the school by a staff member.
by Tim Nelson

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