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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 4, 2008 5:53 PM

School superintendents fearful of expected budget cuts

Public education in Minnesota takes up the largest portion of the state's general fund. About 40 percent of the state's budget goes to Preschool and K-through-12 spending. So school districts around the state may be thinking their budgets could get cut first and most deeply.

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December 3, 2008 8:28 AM

Minn. professor recognized for work in community colleges

The U.S. Community College Professor of the year said community colleges are becoming more important in the nation's higher education system.

by Tim Post

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December 3, 2008 8:02 AM

St. Paul School District to overhaul two schools

The district is required to restructure Humboldt Junior High and Arlington Senior High, because the schools failed to meet No Child Left Behind standards.

by Tom Weber

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December 3, 2008 7:52 AM

Minnesota colleges fail affordability test

A national report card released Wednesday gives Minnesota a failing grade for college affordability.

by Tim Post

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December 1, 2008 4:45 PM

High schools worried new math test might keep diplomas from thousands

Officials question why the test is administered so late in high school.

by Tom Weber

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November 28, 2008 8:32 AM

U of Minn. professor challenges Black Friday

A University of Minnesota professor is leading an effort to counter the hyper-consumerism of "Black Friday".

by Tim Post

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November 28, 2008 2:59 AM

Minnesota school counselors struggle with huge caseloads

Minnesota scores well on some education statistics, but is near the bottom of national rankings for school counselors. Experts say eliminating school counselors leads to lower test scores.

by Dan Gunderson

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November 28, 2008 1:00 AM

Big day for high school sports: End of football, start of boys' hockey

Minnesota's high school football champions will be crowned at the Metrodome this weekend. Boys' hockey also starts today.

by Tom Weber

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November 27, 2008 3:00 AM

Students from Africa experienceThanksgiving in America

Four St. Kate's students from Africa are celebrating Thanksgiving in the U.S. And while a big Turkey dinner with all the trimmings may be a different experience for them, a celebration to offer thanks is not.

by Tim Post