Using Artificial Intelligence And Satellites, U Of M Helps Farmers Detect Aphid Infestations

Research being done this winter could greatly help farmers in the summer.

131,500 In MN Could See Student Loans Canceled Under New Plan

Some Minnesota residents could see their federal student loans canceled under a new plan announced last week by the Biden administration.

Only 39 Percent Of MN Students Proficient In Science: State Testing

The troubling test results come from the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments and Minnesota Test of Academic Skills.

University Of Minnesota Researchers Hope To Limit Heart Issues Related To Breast Cancer Treatment Using AI

Researchers at U of M are trying to limit heart issues that can be a side effect of treating breast cancer with a little help from AI.

The Numbers Behind U Of M's Medical School Expansion — Including How Your Tax Dollars Are Being Spent

Minnesota, like many states across the country, has struggled to get and retain medical staff in rural communities.

These Are The Top 25 Public High Schools In MN, Ranking Say

Niche's 2024 Best Schools and Districts rankings include data on 94,058 public schools, 30,809 private schools, and 12,192 school districts.

St. Thomas Academy's Crack Drill Squad Celebrates 87 Years

It's one of the oldest standing traditions at St. Thomas Academy. The Crack Drill Squad is celebrating its 87th year.

Minnesota Middle School Bans Cellphone Use, Yielding Surprising Results

Smith says the phone ban has made kids more engaged in class and with each other.

These Are The Best Elementary, Middle Schools In MN, New Ranking Says

The news outlet based its 2024 Best Elementary and Middle School rankings on publicly available data from the U.S. Department of Education.

These Are The Top Party Schools In MN: List

The rankings are based on student surveys, access to bars and restaurants, campus Greek life, and the school's athletics.

These Are The Top 25 Public High Schools In Minnesota, New Ranking Say

Niche’s 2024 Best Schools and Districts rankings include data on 94,058 public schools, 30,809 private schools, and 12,192 school districts.

Minnesota families invited to learn more about full-time online school

Families give Minnesota Connections Academy high marks in annual satisfaction survey

These Are The Most, Least 'Equitable' MN School Districts: Report

In the study, school districts scored a better score if their income and per-pupil funding were closer to the state average.

74K In MN Sign Up For Biden's New Student Loan Plan, Some To Pay $0

The Saving on a Valuable Education plan, or SAVE, offers some of the most lenient terms ever.

St. Louis Park Preps For First Day Of School With Changes To Security, School Meals

The new year brings excitement to St. Louis Park Public Schools' teachers and staff as well as the roughly 5,000 students.

Minnesota families invited to learn more about full-time online school

Falcon View Connections Academy to host online information session on September 7th for those interested in attending virtual classroom

Here Are The Committed Teachers Recognized In MN Patch So Far

Minnesota Patch readers have recently nominated teachers and leaders to be recognized for their heroic efforts.

MN’s Top 100 Public High Schools Ranked By U.S. News

Families can use the annual rankings to compare schools at the national, state, and local levels on factors such as academic performance,

Fewer MN Kids Are Showing Up To School, State Data Shows

Chronic absenteeism is on the rise in public schools across Minnesota, new data released by the Department of Education shows.

Only 39 Percent Of MN Students Proficient In Science: State Testing

Minnesota officials acknowledge that student performance continues to look bleak following the pandemic-related shutdowns.

Back To School 2023-24: See MN's Best Public High Schools

Is your local district home to one of the top high schools in Minnesota? See which high schools stand out as the best.

As Free School Meals Roll Out In Minnesota, Districts Worry About Staffing Shortages, Loss Of Funding

Free school meals become a reality when Minnesota public school students head back to the classroom in just a couple of short weeks.

Minneapolis' WE WIN Institute Is Growing The Leaders Of Tomorrow

"To reassure themselves. They learn how to have self-confidence, to know what they want," said WE WIN Program Director Linda Benford.

Minnesota Tech For Success Makes Buying Computers Cheaper For Schools, Students

It can be hard for many families to afford everything on the back to school shopping list, especially when it comes to electronics.

The Twins Sweep The White Sox With A 5-4 Win In The 12th On Jeffers' 2-Out Single

"We're going to use our guys to try to win a ballgame," manager Rocco Baldelli said. "That's what they're there for."

22 MN Schools Among Money’s Best Colleges In America 2023

The schools were ranked based on quality of education, affordability, and outcomes, including alumni earnings, Money said.

St. Paul Public Schools To Open New East African Elementary Magnet School

The opening is scheduled for September.

Bethel University Helps Pave Way For Students With Intellectual Disabilities To Participate In NCAA Sports

"I love the feeling of living on campus. The community is just so loving," Dylan said.

4 MN Graduate Schools Make U.S. News 2023-24 Ranking

This year, the rankings are weighed more for academic quality than for reputation.

4 Minnesota STEM Teachers Named Finalists For Presidential Award

Winners will receive $10,000, a Presidential certificate​​, and a trip to Washington, D.C.

University Of Minnesota Graduate Assistants Submit Intent To Unionize

The student workers first went public with their push to unionize last month, citing fair pay and scheduled raises as their major issues.

As Minneapolis Public Schools' Families Voice Frustrations, Other Metro School Districts Enhance Cyber Security Protocols

Jessica Hoida, another middle school parent, lamented she remains "frustrated" by MPS' referring to the attack as an "encryption event."

Minneapolis Public Schools Community Confronts Board Following Ransomware Attack

More anger is being expressed following the massive ransomware attack on Minneapolis Public Schools.

Minnehaha Academy, Living Well Partner To Provide Students And Residents With Priceless Interactions

One of the many places students are volunteering is Living Well Disability Services homes across the Twin Cities.

Falcon View Connections Academy Opens Enrollment 2023-2024

Virtual public school enters its fourth year serving students throughout Minnesota

St. Paul Public Schools Holds Emergency Session As Concerns About School Safety Increase

What are the next steps, who's going to make the decisions, what are the options and when can students, parents and staff expect changes?

MPS Allows Students To Work With A Therapist Without Leaving School

If a gym teacher works on physical education, why not hire a mental health teacher too?

Minneapolis Public Schools' Tech Systems Disrupted; After-School Activities Cancelled Monday

A district spokesperson says MPS's tech systems were disrupted earlier in the day, but many were restored by the afternoon.

"A Joy To See": St. Paul Preschool Literacy Program Aims To Narrow Minnesota's Wide Achievement Gap

The library is bringing preschoolers extra exposure to reading and literacy, so they have every chance to be successful.

Saint Mary's University Of Minnesota Receives Largest Donation In School's History

The university says it will use the $25 million donation to "cement the vision recently laid out by the president and administration."