Norman Draper
Reporter | North Metro Schools
Phone: 612-673-4547
E-mail: ndraper@startribune.com
Norman Draper is an education reporter for the North Team, covering Anoka-Hennepin, Brooklyn Center, Centennial, Columbia Heights, Fridley, Osseo, Robbinsdale, St. Anthony-New Brighton, St. Francis and Spring Lake Park school districts.
Recent content from Norman Draper
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St. Anthony high school makes it onto Newsweek list
One high school's winning formula pays off in another nod from Newsweek.
Jun 26, 2009 -
St. Anthony Village High: A chance at fame
St. Anthony Village High is on a mission to recognize its most distinguished alumni, and many grads are vying for the honor.
Jun 24, 2009 -
Anoka-Hennepin schools respond to rumors on website
Years of school district scuttlebutt get clarified online at "Rumor Alert!" School officials find the nature of the rumors changing, but they keep the archives up to clear the air.
Jun 22, 2009 -
Robbinsdale set to start spending stimulus money
District school board approves hiring as many as 18 'coaches' to help teachers improve, motivate students.
Jun 19, 2009 -
School will start earlier in Elk River
Start times will change at all schools in a cost-cutting move officials estimate will save the district $500,000.
Jun 18, 2009 -
Robbinsdale schools chief ready to face challenges
Incoming Superintendent Aldo Sicoli shared his thoughts on taking an attractive position at a tough time for education.
Jun 17, 2009 -
Burroughs principal suspended
Tim Cadotte, the embattled principal of Minneapolis' Burroughs Community School, was disciplined for matters unrelated to a dispute in April with Board Member Chris Stewart.
Jun 10, 2009 -
Spring Lake Park faces cuts for schools
So far, the district has fared well. But it can't dodge next year's budget woes.
Jun 9, 2009 -
Forest Lake teacher deal may set tone for others
As contract talks with cash-strapped districts start, Forest Lake teachers have just agreed to no cost-of-living pay increases.
Jun 6, 2009 -
Anoka-Hennepin will discard block plan for new class schedule
High school students in the district will be going to a "five-by-three'' arrangement in the 2010-2011 school year.
Jun 2, 2009