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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.

Cost a bigger consideration in college choices this year

Cost a bigger consideration in college choices this year

For students and parents, financial concerns are an even bigger part of the decision over which college to attend. That has colleges offering even more financial help then usual, in hopes of attracting students to their campuses during tough economic times.
by Tim Post

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Education Commissioner sets priorities for session

Education Commissioner sets priorities for session

In the final weeks of the 2009 legislative session, lawmakers are deciding education funding and policy changes. Education Commissioner Alice Seagren joins Midday to discuss the proposals being debated at the Capitol.

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10 years later, Columbine's hold remains strong

10 years later, Columbine's hold remains strong

Teenage gunmen spilled the blood of children before Columbine - in Alaska, Arkansas, Mississippi and Oregon. After Columbine, more blood was shed in Minnesota and California, in Germany and Finland.

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Rochester district lays off 78 teachers

The Rochester school district has sent layoff notices to 78 teachers in one of the largest job cuts of teachers in district history.

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Pecha Kucha arrives in Minnesota

Pecha Kucha arrives in Minnesota

A new kind of party designed to cause cross pollination of ideas, arrives in the Twin Cities this week. It's like a salon, but the pace is much quicker. The first challenge may be agreeing on how to pronounce the event's name.
by Euan Kerr

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Minn. House DFLers release education proposal

DFL leaders in the Minnesota House have released details of their proposal for education this year. As expected, they are proposing schools get the same amount of state funding next fiscal year as they're currently getting.
by Tom Weber

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