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February 17, 2009 4:28 PM

Principals doubtful of meeting NCLB standards

A new survey of more than 700 principals in Minnesota finds nearly all of them are doubtful about meeting federal No Child Left Behind standards by 2014.

by Tom Weber

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February 14, 2009 11:50 AM

Minn. students protest cuts in college funding

College students in Winona are criticizing Minnesota lawmakers for proposals to reduce funding for higher education.

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February 13, 2009 3:30 PM

How do high schools regulate dances?

From "twerking" to bumping and grinding, schools vary their approaches to inappropriate dancing.

by Tom Weber

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February 13, 2009 7:22 AM

MnSCU faculty agree to forgo scheduled raises

Faculty at Minnesota state colleges and universities have announced a tentative contract agreement to forgo raises for two years.

by Jessica Mador

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February 13, 2009 3:39 AM

Stimulus bill gives boost to college student aid, less for campus repairs

The $790 billion stimulus bill offers a mix of news for higher education.

by Tim Post

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February 12, 2009 9:30 AM

Enrollment and funding challenges for Minnesota schools

Shifting school age populations and funding shortfalls present Minnesota school administrators with increasing challenges.

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February 12, 2009 7:48 AM

U of Minn. restructuring Graduate School

The University of Minnesota is restructuring its Graduate School, a free standing college within the U that provides oversight and support of graduate programs.

by Tim Post

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February 12, 2009 3:00 AM

McLeod West students' tough choice: Where to go next year

The McLeod West School District will shut down after this year, meaning every student must find a new school home next year.

by Tom Weber

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February 10, 2009 7:23 AM

Rochester schools finalize cuts

Rochester Public Schools will finalize roughly $9 million in budget cuts Tuesday night.

by Sea Stachura

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February 9, 2009 12:55 PM

Royalton schools make plans after death of superintendent

School officials in the central Minnesota town of Royalton are planning a memorial service for their superintendent, who died in a car crash over the weekend.

by Tom Weber

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