MPS announced that they expect students to return to the classroom on Tuesday, March 29.
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MPS food service workers set to join strike
The more than 4,500 educators on strike gained a new ally on Tuesday, as the Service Employees International Union announced their intent to also go on strike.
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Minneapolis teachers go on strike for increased pay, smaller class sizes
MPS have had over 120 hours of negotiation in mediation with MFT but were unable to forge a deal.
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Minneapolis and St. Paul teachers vote to strike
‘Teachers have a hard time supporting students who for the past two years have been relegated to their homes.’
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Western Governors University to award $100K in scholarships in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Western Governors University has launched a new scholarship for Minnesota residents in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King.
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It’s catch-up time for Twin Cities students
The consequences of virtual learning continue to emerge.
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Great expectations for Black men teaching
Normandale Community College launched a program this school year to recruit and support Black, African American, and African men for elementary and secondary teaching jobs.
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Four unexpected places where adults can learn science
Here are four alternative venues where the general public can enjoy nature, engage in hands-on science learning and get a behind-the-scenes look at scientific research in action.
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American Cancer Society and four HBCUs announce groundbreaking program to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion
The awards provided through the DICR program are unique in cancer research and provide a large amount of salary support for the four colleges.
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Ann Bancroft Foundation offers grants to girls in K-12
Ann Bancroft Foundation has extended its 2021 fall grant cycle to Sunday, October 17, 2021.
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TCBJ/MSR journalism internship application extended to Oct. 8
The Twin Cities Black Journalists and the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder have partnered to offer a fall internship to a college student.
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Things parents should know sending their kids back to school
Aside from attending class, they will be also participating in extracurricular activities, like sports, music, and clubs. Parents have many concerns and questions.
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As schools open, how will those behind catch up?
The academic consequences and long-term social implications of extended distance learning cannot yet be fully quantified.
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State kicks off ‘Vax to School’ student vaccination campaign
‘In-person learning is critical to a child’s well-being and academic success. Getting vaccinated is the best way to keep our students healthy…’
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Experts urge quickest possible return to in-person learning
Welcoming children whose still-developing minds had been in isolation for longer than anyone expected did not come without its challenges.
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The fallout from distance learning
‘There were so many moving parts. It’s hard to say I successfully adapted—more so like I survived.’
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St. Paul schools tackle educational inequities
‘We solicited and asked for inequity statements, and those were divided up. We tried to determine what was very important to our stakeholders.’
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WE WIN Institute to launch ‘When Black Students Graduate’ summer program
Stepping into the education gap this summer is the WE WIN “When Black Students Graduate” program, a Black culturally sustaining effort designed to help at least 70 students receive their diplomas.
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Saint Paul Public Library offers reading, learning fun for youth all summer long
Summer Spark, the Library’s summer learning and reading program, encourages youth ages 0-18 to stay active and read for fun all summer long with outdoor and virtual events, reading challenges, and book giveaways.
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Critical race theory backlash would keep the truth hidden
Critical race theory is really just a proxy battle in a much larger war over dueling narratives…