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September 22, 2009 6:00 AM

Students, don't look to Congress for models of behavior

The vote on U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson's outburst was a missed opportunity for adults to set an example.

by Philip Bratnober

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September 22, 2009 12:00 AM

Minneapolis schools in line for major overhaul

The Minneapolis School Board will vote tonight on a plan called "Changing School Options," which will close some buildings, reorganize others, and change bus routes.

by Tom Weber

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September 18, 2009 6:00 AM

This isn't the life that was described in the syllabus

If you go to a good college and do well in your studies, your life is supposed to unfold a certain way -- isn't it?

by Jim Heynen

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September 17, 2009 2:04 PM

Survey outlines effects of Pawlenty's shifts on Minn. schools

A survey of more than 30 metro-area school districts outlines the costs they'll incur as a result of the governor's payment shifts this summer.

by Tom Weber

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September 17, 2009 12:00 PM

Experimental college marks fourth year of free classes

A free experimental college in the Twin Cities kicked off its fourth year this month, offering classes on everything from hip hop and Brazilian drumming to personal finance and "mindful eating."

by Madeleine Baran

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September 16, 2009 3:00 AM

Minneapolis, St. Paul will grapple with what to pay new superintendents

Two of Minnesota's three largest school districts will spend a lot of time in coming months looking for new leadership. Each district will try to find the best person, but they'll also have to figure out what to pay and how that compensation will be structured.

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September 15, 2009 12:12 PM

7 Minn. schools get 'blue ribbons' from feds

Seven schools in Minnesota have been designated 2009 National Blue Ribbon Schools by the U.S. Department of Education.

by Melanie Sommer

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September 14, 2009 6:05 PM

Minneapolis introduces tip line to combat youth violence

Starting Monday Minneapolis students will be able to call or text a tip line to report potential violent incidents.

by Brandt Williams

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September 14, 2009 9:50 AM

Students: Anoka-Hennepin teachers falsely accused of harassment

A group of former students say two Anoka-Hennepin School District teachers were wrongly accused of anti-gay harassment.

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September 11, 2009 7:24 AM

Minnesota school levy picture to firm up

The number of Minnesota school districts in the hunt for voter-approved classroom dollars is about to be finalized.

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