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Minneapolis Public Schools is coming off a tough few years, including dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, a contentious teachers strike in March, and the controversial Comprehensive District Design that reshaped the district. 

After the departure of Superintendent Ed Graf who led the district during these tumultuous times, Rochelle Cox is stepping into the role of interim superintendent. She joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to share the goals she has for her team and the district during her one-year term. 

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Rochelle Cox is stepping into the role of interim superintendent of Minneapolis Public Schools. She joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to share the goals she has for her team and the district during her one-year term. 

MPR News host Cathy Wurzer spoke to Minneapolis Public Schools interim superintendent Rochelle Cox about the goals she has set for her team and the district during her one-year contract. A search is underway for a permanent replacement to fill the position. Ed Graff held the position for six years and announced in March he would be leaving the district when his contract wrapped up at the end of June. 

Minneapolis Public Schools interim superintendent Rochelle Cox has lengthy list of goals for one-year contract

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Rochelle Cox steps in as interim superintendent for Minneapolis Public Schools

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