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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.

Mind the gap: Why good schools are failing Black students

Mind the gap: Why good schools are failing Black students

Nationwide, many suburban schools are doing a good job educating white students, but those schools are not getting the same results with Black and Latino students. This documentary tells the story of a suburban high school with lots of resources and a diverse student body that is struggling to close the achievement gap.

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Despite protest, St. Paul school plan moves forward

Despite protest, St. Paul school plan moves forward

After approving most of its reorganization plan Tuesday night, the St. Paul School board will meet again to finalize the details of moves to help solve a nearly $30-million budget deficit.
by Tom Weber

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Education expert discusses role of education in erasing inequalities

Education expert discusses role of education in erasing inequalities

Pedro Noguera, a professor at New York University's Steinhart School and the author of "Unfinished Business: Closing the Racial Achievement Gap in Our Schools," spoke at Macalester College about inequality in education.

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Public comments on St. Paul schools reorganization plan

The following comments were submitted to Minnesota Public Radio through its Public Insight Network regarding the closing Arlington High School and using the building to house students from other programs as part of a reorganization plan that would also close six school buildings.

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Pawlenty dusts off teacher pay, tenure proposals

Pawlenty dusts off teacher pay, tenure proposals

Gov. Tim Pawlenty has boiled down his proposals for education reform into seven initiatives, most dealing with the way teachers are evaluated and paid. He's proposed the same ideas before, and none have been adopted by the Legislature.
by Tim Pugmire

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