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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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September 30, 2014 4:57 PM

Brainerd schools rule in national 'Blue Ribbon' honors

The award recognizes schools for high academic performance and narrowing the achievement gap between white students and students of color and low income students.

by Tim Post

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September 30, 2014 4:05 PM

U of M to close dept. that helped students catch up with peers

University officials plan to move programs in the Department of Postsecondary Teaching and Learning to other areas.

by Alex Friedrich

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September 30, 2014 4:00 AM

Documents: Focus on high school football concussions

How schools, doctors and the state high school league have increased awareness about football head injuries.

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September 29, 2014 6:17 PM

Proposed transgender high school athlete policy stirs controversy

The State High School League wants to give transgender students a chance to compete in sports while protecting their privacy. The Minnesota Child Protection League bought a full-page ad in the Star Tribune to object.

by Sasha Aslanian

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September 29, 2014 4:00 PM

Minnesota tech colleges get $17 million to retrain workers

The funding comes at a time when manufacturers have been complaining about a lack of workers with advanced skills.

by Annie Baxter

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September 29, 2014 3:00 PM

Why low-income students struggle with transition to college

Drawing on her personal transitions, Madden highlights the cultural shift that often challenges students.

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September 27, 2014 4:55 PM

Public comment period for St. Paul school start times ends Sunday

The school board is expected to make a decision next month.

by Tim Post

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September 26, 2014 5:52 PM

Concordia University steps away from charter schools

The decision by Concordia to no longer be an authorizer for eight charter schools will require them to find new sponsors.

by Tim Post

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September 26, 2014 3:19 PM

For-profit school plans to cut cost of college degree in half

Rasmussen College plans a $24,000 bachelor's degree that would allow it to compete with public universities.

by Alex Friedrich

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September 24, 2014 4:18 PM

Families rethink college borrowing as loans gain 'bad reputation'

For years, loans were the answer to the question, "How do we pay for college?" Many families don't see it that way anymore.

by Annie Baxter

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