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St. Paul school board votes to reduce police presence in schools
Tuesday's 5-1 vote marks the second consecutive year that the state's second-largest district has made substantive changes to its SRO program.
Minneapolis school board votes to cut two officers from campuses
The vote culminated a summer of heated discussions about tensions in schools between students and officers, one echoed in St. Paul.
Minnesota math scores down a bit; reading results are flat
"It's frustrating to see test scores slowly increasing over time, but there's more to providing a student with a well-rounded education than can be seen in a test," Education Commissioner Brenda Cassellius said in a statement.
Statue with cross removed from Belle Plaine park before protest
The removal of a soldier kneeling by a cross from a Belle Plaine park's war memorial is the latest — and perhaps final — chapter of an emotional battle over religious symbolism in public spaces.
St. Paul schools sued on behalf of English language learners
Suit seeks to halt "mainstreaming" of students without adequate classroom support.
St. Paul school district seeks to have discrimination case tossed
Former teacher Aaron Benner has alleged retaliation by district.
Joe Gothard has pen and pad ready as he takes over as St. Paul schools superintendent
Superintendent aims to listen and make change.
St. Paul schools to add 10 ELL teachers after criticism
District boosts embattled English learner program after state, city criticism.
St. Paul school board agrees to pursue lease to run Crosswinds School in Woodbury
Proposal would keep arts and science school open for at least another year.
Obituary: Edward McMahon, Minnesota State (MnSCU) vice chancellor of finance
McMahon, who went on to become the first vice chancellor for finance of what is now Minnesota State, died May 10 after a brief illness. He was 87.
At St. Paul's Humboldt High, girls come together, open up and then help others
Students use their own mistakes to learn and help younger girls avoid trouble.
Undergrads from Minn. facing tuition increases under U's budget
President Eric Kaler says the increase is needed after money from Legislature falls short.
Search firm knew of St. Paul superintendent candidate's bankruptcy
Ray and Associates consultant failed to inform St. Paul school board.
St. Paul NAACP enters fray in teacher's court case over being targeted
Local chapter 'very concerned' about alleged retaliation against black teacher.
Battered teacher's case against St. Paul schools dismissed
Federal judge rules Central High teacher's injuries covered by workers' comp.
St. Paul schools taking less sexist view of student dress codes
New policy for St. Paul schools says rules can be in place, but no one gender can be targeted.
U president supports regents' query into leak of sex harassment case
The probe seeks to discover who leaked Handel e-mail.
Outspoken teacher sues St. Paul schools, alleges retaliation
Aaron Benner alleges district retaliated against him after he accused it of lax discipline practices.
Mpls., St. Paul schools aren't the only districts facing budget woes
More than half of districts in Twin Cities and suburbs are facing deficits, and those numbers could swell.
St. Paul teacher fights district's move to have assault case dismissed
'I'm a mess,' said John Ekblad. Federal judge to decide whether lawsuit qualifies for court review.
St. Paul schools cut search firm's payment 'for not doing its job'
District will knock $5,000 off bill after late surprise.
Tough choices ahead for St. Paul as school enrollment drops and new contract looms
Class sizes and dropping enrollment loom as sticking points between school board and teachers union.
Battered St. Paul teacher fights move to dismiss lawsuit over assault
He blames St. Paul schools for lax discipline, but district says courts aren't right venue.
Burnsville's Joe Gothard named new St. Paul Schools superintendent
Joe Gothard was picked in a 5-to-2 vote.
Big differences seen in Minnesota school funding plans
Likely tense negotiations set to begin soon at the State Capitol.
St. Paul superintendent candidates lay out their views and visions
A day after community meetings, the two finalists faced St. Paul school board members.
St. Paul hears from two finalists for top schools job
Community meetings and interviews proceed after one candidate drops out.
Finalist with undisclosed bankruptcy drops out of St. Paul schools search
Orlando Ramos had not told St. Paul board, which will continue with two remaining finalists.
St. Paul names three outsiders as finalists for top schools job
Final choice expected in April after community meetings, site visits.
School-related burglary has high-profile victim: The principal
Theft was reported at service station linked to St. Paul's Central High.
Minnesota is in 'very deep hole' when it comes to teachers of color
There are 629 Hispanic teachers across the state, making up just 1 percent of a total teaching workforce of 60,090.
School safety task force in Ramsey County seeks community help
Group convened by County Attorney John Choi issued recommendations Thursday.
St. Paul schools face possible $27 million budget gap
Minneapolis schools also face gap of $28 million.
Celeste 'Sally' Gagliardi, professional clown and Klondike Kate, dies at age 68
One might think it difficult to master the roles of both bawdy saloon singer and circus clown, but Celeste “Sally” Gagliardi had the chops and…
Standardized tests costly but payoff varies, audit finds
Minnesota principals and teachers say they need help putting data from the tests to work.
Twin Cities schools find creative ways to hire, keep teachers
A troublesome teacher shortage has Minnesota public schools fighting for hires and scrambling to hold on to newcomers.
Minnesota renews fight over school choice options
Republicans revive proposals for private, parochial school tax credits
Search is on for St. Paul schools' superintendent
A posting by the search firm Ray and Associates, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, emphasizes a need to "narrow the achievement gap" and advertises a starting salary of about $238,000 — subject to negotiations.
Three finalists named for Minnesota State chancellor
Three Minnesota State system finalists all have a history with schools here or in Wisconsin.
St. Paul school suspensions are down, but concerns linger, especially over race
Visitors can tell by the plaques on the wall that Melissa Gallagher is proud of her kids. One award, given to son Tyrese, was signed…
Legislative audit faults Perpich Center for Arts Education
Report points to plunging enrollment, faltering morale and leadership problems.
Small grants deliver big payoffs – and whimsy – in St. Paul
Local chapter of the Awesome Foundation helps turn whimsy into reality
School's plea for improvements roils St. Paul neighborhood
Scope of renovation plans at Linwood Monroe Arts Plus Lower Campus divides the Summit Hill neighborhood and the City Council might have to step in.
Holiday helpers jump in to erase kids' school lunch debts
Donors give more than $150,000 to settle up accounts.
Perpich Center for Arts executive director to retire Jan. 2
Sue Mackert, 66, has led agency since 2010; center has drawn scrutiny of late.
Input sought in St. Paul schools chief search
Eyeing a vast expanse of empty tables and chairs, St. Paul school board Chairman Jon Schumacher figured it might have been the “cold, cold weather”…
St. Paul school board moves toward later high school start times
In split vote, board orders school district to plan for changes in 2018-19.
St. Paul schools weigh changing start times
Board may phase in later start time for teens, earlier for elementary students.
Mpls. property-tax rise doesn't match forecast by Truth in Taxation notices
The notices were printed before schools levy vote and do not include that calculation.
Valeria Silva, on the outside looking in, still yearns to be a force in education
Ousted St. Paul schools superintendent knows what works for students, interim successor says.
St. Paul teacher on leave over election-related classroom comments
Math instructor is second Como Park High teacher to be investigated for remarks this year.
St. Paul's Highland Park High finds resistance to Air Force JROTC program
Critics call it as an unwelcome intrusion in the schools and a thinly veiled military recruiting device.
Eight St. Paul schools will get makeovers in 2017
The district provided updates on the eight projects approved by a five-year, $484 million plan this year.
Ex-Black Lives Matter leader Turner signs on with education nonprofit
Once the battler, Turner now is out to build partnerships in a quest to ensure Minneapolis is rich with what he says are "high-quality schools doing great work with kids."
Obituary: Robert J. 'Bob' Fenlon, 91, attorney and one of 'The Boys' at Town & Country Club
Robert J. “Bob” Fenlon was a St. Paul guy, born and raised on the West Side, and when he settled in for a legal career,…
St. Paul school board weighing later start times for more high schoolers in 2018-19
Action is expected in November on a proposal to be crafted in the coming weeks.
Property taxes on the rise for most in St. Paul
After getting a preview of overall bill, City Council to take up the proposals.
School-climate improvement efforts still a work in progress in St. Paul
Report on summer task force study raises new questions, expectations.
St. Paul superintendent search aims to be slow and sure
A vote to oust a schools superintendent, and to do so with a nearly $800,000 contract buyout, might lead some to believe there would be…
St. Paul schools weigh tax levy increase
Proposal for up to 5 percent hike follows earlier presentations by city and Ramsey County.
St. Paul Academy receives biggest-ever $15M gift for math and science center
Center funded by 1943 grad Hugh Schilling will be "signature piece" of St. Paul school's renovation.
Perpich Center board chairman resigns amid criticism of arts agency's work in Woodbury
Pierce McNally cites personal, professional reasons, report states.
Minnesota kids went back to school on a stormy Tuesday
Most of state's schoolkids returned to class on Tuesday and were greeted by rain, renovations, and celebrations.
St. Paul schools official named new leader at Generation Next
Michelle Walker, second-in-command of St. Paul Public Schools, succeeds R.T. Rybak as head of education coalition.
St. Paul teacher retires after controversial Facebook posts
Theo Olson, who was suspended for two weeks without pay this spring after a district investigation, reached agreement with the district to step down on Aug. 18.
Minnesota surpassed for best average ACT score
Yet Minnesota still tops the list of states where nearly all grads took test.
St. Paul district seeks a fresh start with in-school officers
New measures seek to ensure a more positive presence in schools.
St. Paul DFLers endorse early childhood educator for school board seat
Jeannie Foster would serve the final 13 months of a vacant seat if elected Nov. 8.
St. Paul schools officials aim to rebuild trust, respect
Superintendent joins board in discussing goals — and how to get there amid changing times.
Southern Minnesota teen cleared in high school knife case
A southern Minnesota school board was wrong to expel a high school student who accidentally brought a pocket knife to school and left it in…
Interim chief is a calm and steady hand for St. Paul schools
Roseville superintendent left retirement to help his neighboring district heal.
Star Tribune sues Minneapolis Public Schools for information
Newspaper seeks information on suspensions, spending and teacher contentment.
Quiet, unassuming Philando Castile was 'like Mr. Rogers with dreadlocks'
A few months after graduating from St. Paul’s Central High School, where he excelled in the classroom and rarely got in trouble, Philando Castile landed…
Outpouring of grief from Philando Castile's St. Paul school community
To the J.J. Hill community, Castile was a "kind, gentle soul," parent Sally Rafowicz said, "kind of like Mr. Rogers with dreadlocks."
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