Since graduating from Bethune-Cookman University, Troy Vaughn has used his education to help others, as a police officer and a teacher.
One man grabbed another during a school board meeting where a new mask mandate was being debated.
The Osakis Public School building was evacuated following the bomb threat, which was sent over email, school officials said.
In all, 325 U.S. schools received the honor for overall performance from the U.S. Department of Education, including six in Minnesota.
A new TikTok trend is taking a toll on some Minnesota schools.
But some of those options could have negative consequences.
New rankings from U.S. News & World Report evaluate colleges based on factors such as graduation rates, student excellence, and more.
WCCO's Heather Brown visited Bryn Mawr Elementary School in Minneapolis, where students and staff will need to mask up for their first day.
Marielle Mohs reports on the district's staggered approach to returning students to in-person learning.
Minnesota schools have received at least $2.0 billion in federal aid since the pandemic began.
One of Minnesota's largest school districts will require universal indoor masking for the upcoming school year.
Each public school district in Minnesota will be in charge of creating and enforcing its on masking policy this year.
WCCO spoke with Derek Francis, of Minneapolis Public Schools, about the importance of building back school routines and reviewing concepts.
Just 35% of children 12-15 in Minnesota have been fully vaccinated. Forty-eight percent of Minnesota kids 16 and 17 have gotten their shots.
State health officials and the president of the American Academy of Pediatrics stressed the Delta variant is hitting students hard.
In addition to wearing masks, all people 12 and older should get vaccinated for COVID-19, the Minnesota Department of Education said.
Thousands of students will be taking part in summer school to get caught up after a challenging year.
High schoolers threw their own prom Saturday with the help of their community after their schools had to cancel it due to COVID.
Officials announced a district-wide closure Friday morning due to an "active threat." The threat was later deemed not credible.
A Minnesota Nation Guardsmen's legacy is living on after his tragic death in 2019.
Many are students of color, surrounded by friends who support their efforts to be heard.
The annual ranking released by U.S. News and World Report ranks schools based on factors such as graduation rates and academic performance.
Winners of the first round of scholarships, which are corporate-sponsored, were announced on Wednesday.
Dwindling enrollment could create financial challenges for schools.
Gov. Tim Walz announced the state's new plan to reopen middle and high schools amid the coronavirus pandemic.
The row over the process is not surprising given the country’s recent social upheaval and acrid politics.
Distance learning, social isolation and other pandemic stressors have had disastrous effects on many students and families.
The new rankings feature 94,710 public schools, 24,099 private schools, and 11,822 school districts nationwide.
Minneota Public Schools made the decision to cancel the day before school was set to start.
Last year, more than 36,000 Minnesota families received the K-12 Education Credit and saved an average of $251.
The Minnesota Department of Education will release fall guidance for K-12 schools Thursday.
The schools receiving recognition are leaders in supporting positive behavior, improving school climate, and increasing student achievement.
On Thursday, Gov. Tim Walz authorized the Commissioner of Education to provide a "safe and effective" summer learning environment.
Forest Lake Area High School says the school went into lockdown Thursday morning.
WCCO has learned Johnny Benson was put on paid administrative leave from his coaching and teaching duties.
Joining the governor were top state officials, including the Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and the commissioners of education and health.
Two students were chosen as upstanders of the month at Dover Eyota Elementary School through the Shred Hate campaign.
Some colleges and universities favor disciplinary action over criminal charges in drug- and alcohol-related offenses among students.
Pest control workers are currently trapping about five rats per day, school officials said.
The disparities constitute a violation of the Minnesota Human Rights Act and administrative charges could be filed, state officials said.