Aimee Blanchette
Reporter | West suburban schools
Phone: 612-673-1715
E-mail: ablanchette@startribune.com
Aimee Blanchette covers schools in western Hennepin, Carver and Wright counties.
Recent content from Aimee Blanchette
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Out of a Russian orphanage and giving back
Four Twin Cities teens who were once orphans in Russia are thrilled they have the opportunity to help with Operation Christmas Child, sending the shoebox gifts that mattered so much to them.
Nov 19, 2008 -
His checklist complete, Jennings is leaving again
The west metro school superintendent, who has held one high-level job after another, is ready for a new challenge.
Nov 11, 2008 -
Finding the right route after high school
A new college readiness program is being designed in Twin Cities schools this year on the premise that not everyone needs to go to college -- but everyone needs a postsecondary education.
Nov 10, 2008 -
Emotions high over Oak Point school
Some parents charged that the Eden Prairie School District is losing the community's confidence during a board meeting last week.
Nov 4, 2008 -
New Wayzata schools chief plans to take it slow
Superintendent Chace Anderson wants to get a sense of the big picture first, but says individualized education will be one of his top priorities.
Oct 1, 2008 -
Blockbluster of a plan has Chaska riled up
The district plans to drop its popular four-block high school schedule, a change that has upset some kids, parents and teachers.
Sep 28, 2008 -
Nonprofit extends embrace to reach a wider community
Despite trying times, a Minneapolis group is building a new, larger facility to help those facing chronic illness and hunger.
Sep 28, 2008 -
All aboard for Depot's 10-year bash
Hopkins' successful student-run coffeehouse is inviting past supporters back for its anniversary.
Sep 10, 2008 -
Sticking to the lesson plan
After escaping danger in an unstable country, Literacy Minnesota's Learner of the Year is making her way to bigger and better things.
Sep 10, 2008 -
Day care's pre-K license is revoked
ABC Montessori School in Bloomington says it will appeal the state decision after a probe about mistreating children.
Aug 25, 2008
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