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.

What makes a small town thrive?
While some small towns in Minnesota are dying, others are thriving despite large challenges. What makes a small town work? Minnesota Public Radio News visited Grand Rapids to explore that question.
Teachers or 'widgets'?
Effective teachers are the key to student success. Yet our school systems treat all teachers as interchangeable parts, not professionals, according to The New Teacher Project, an organization trying to change the way teachers' performance is evaluated.
University of Minnesota officials are taking public comment on the proposed budget that includes a small tuition hike and more than 1,200 job cuts.
Smaller cuts still a problem for educators
Education officials admit Gov. Tim Pawlenty's cuts to their budgets could have been much worse, but they say the governor's steps will still bring negative consequences.