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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.

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December 1, 2009 4:10 PM

U of M opens new medical biosciences building

The University of Minnesota has opened a new medical biosciences building on the school's Twin Cities campus.

by Tim Post

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December 1, 2009 6:47 AM

Districts to vote on taxes for school construction

Two school districts just outside the Twin Cities metro area will hold special elections Tuesday, seeking higher taxes to pay for construction projects.

by Tom Weber

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November 28, 2009 11:29 AM

School district negotiations with teachers moving slowly

School districts across Minnesota are agreeing to terms with teachers at a slower pace than during the last contract cycle.

by Tom Weber

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November 27, 2009 12:00 PM

Project encourages alternative energy careers for students

A cooperative project between colleges in Minnesota and North Dakota is encouraging high school students to consider alternative energy careers.

by Dan Gunderson

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November 25, 2009 5:06 PM

Financial troubles force closing of St. Paul charter school

A charter school in St. Paul plans to close next month because of financial problems.

by Tom Weber

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November 25, 2009 9:51 AM

New St. Paul Superintendent Valeria Silva

Valeria Silva was named St. Paul superintendent of schools this week and she stops by Midday to talk about ways to improve St. Paul schools for students, parents, teachers, administrators and taxpayers.

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November 25, 2009 7:21 AM

Beating the odds

Tommy Watson overcame a childhood of poverty and instability to graduate from college and receive a master's degree in education. As an elementary school principle, he uses the lessons of his experience to help a new generation of low income kids close the achievement gap.

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November 24, 2009 6:45 AM

Anoka-Hennepin re-approves plan to close schools

The Anoka-Hennepin School Board has re-approved a plan to close six schools in the district and reconfigure two others.

by Tom Weber

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November 23, 2009 6:39 PM

St. Paul board picks Silva as new supt.

The St. Paul School Board has named Valeria Silva, the current chief academic officer of St. Paul Schools, as its new superintendent.

by Tom Weber

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November 23, 2009 8:10 AM

Anoka-Hennepin forced to reapprove school closure plan

The Anoka-Hennepin School Board is expected to re-approve a plan Monday to close six schools and reconfigure two others in the state's largest school district.

by Tom Weber

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