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.

Bridging the achievement gap
As education secretary, Rod Paige promoted No Child Left Behind as the best way to reduce the achievement gap between black and white students. In his new book, Paige argues the persistent gap is the most important civil rights issue.
Twenty-three public high schools, colleges and universities across Minnesota are receiving grants for projects designed to cut their carbon footprints.
Ice sculpting made easy (and colorful!)
In these austere times, some people, looking for cheap art materials, are turning to ice. This weekend Studio Bricolage is holding a family ice sculpting party in Griggs Park in St Paul. There are no dangerous tools involved - but deep belief in the value of fun.
Minnesota's legislative auditor weighs in Wednesday on a little-examined area of education policy - alternative education programs used by struggling students to finish high school.