Profane Graffiti Attack, Election Day Email: Top 2013 Edina School Stories by Month

Here are the most read school stories from Edina Patch for every month in 2013.

Edina School Board Raises Tax Levy by $920K in 2014

The levy represents a 2.36 percent increase from the previous year for Edina Public Schools taxpayers.

Peer-to-Peer: Edina High Students Teach Classmates Computer Coding

Edina's AP Computer Science students taught an hour of coding to all math classes this week.

South View Teacher Named Music Educator of the Year

Geneva Fitzsimonds, a band teacher at South View, is one of two Minnesota teachers to receive the honor.

College Board Recognizes Edina Schools’ AP Participation

The district made the 4th Annual AP District Honor Roll.

School Board Approves Free All-Day Kindergarten Program; Half-Day Program Cut

The Edina School Board voted 6-1 to offer a free all-day kindergarten program starting in fall 2014.

Edina High's 'Breakfast Book Club' Skypes with Author Robin Sloan

More than 100 students enroll in the book club each quarter.

Edina Schools Investigating Source of Election Day Email Sent to Parents

An email sent to many South View Middle School parents on Election Day had negative comments toward incumbent candidates and appeared to come from the school.

More Immunizations Required for Children Next Year

Parents who do not wish to abide by the new rules can file a legal exemption.

Edina Likely to Expand All-Day Kindergarten, Cut Part-Day Program

At its Nov. 18 meeting, the Edina school board will vote on a proposal to offer all-day kindergarten as the district's primary program.

Today's College Grads Won't Be Able to Retire Until They're 73

Student loan debt likely will force today's college grads to work longer.

Meet School Board Member Randy Meyer, a Biomedical Executive Seeking Reelection

Four seats are up for grabs in the Nov. 5 Edina School Board election. Learn about the candidates and make an informed vote.

Meet School Board Candidate Lisa O'Brien, a Ph.D. in Child Psychology

Four seats are up for grabs in the Nov. 5 Edina School Board election. Learn about the candidates and make an informed vote.

Edina Schools Could Raise Tax Levy by $920K in 2014

The proposed levy represents a 2.36 percent increase from the previous year for Edina Public Schools taxpayers.

Edina School Board Candidates Talk Achievement Gaps, Funding, Technology in Forum

The League of Women Voters Edina held a forum last week for the nine candidates running for the city's school board.

Superintendent Ric Dressen Wins Statewide Leadership Award

He'll be honored at a conference of the Minnesota Association of School Administrators this October in Duluth.

Meet School Board Candidate Gayle Castro, a 'Household CEO'

Four seats are up for grabs in the Nov. 5 Edina School Board election. Learn about the candidates and make an informed vote.

Edina Detachment Issue Looms over Hopkins School Board Election

Some parents fear property owners who want to leave the district are trying to join the Hopkins School Board. One candidate says the district should consider other options.

Nomination Period for 2014 Teacher of the Year Opens Oct. 1

The nomination period will remain open until Nov. 15, 2013.

Easy After-School Snack Ideas

Convincing kids to skip classic calorie-laden snacks is simple if you’ve got delicious, homemade alternatives on hand.

Which Minnesota Schools Will Get a Farm to School Grant?

Applications are being accepted by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture through Nov. 1 for schools to apply for the grant funding.

Meet School Board Candidate Danielle Busby, a Human Resources Officer

Four seats are up for grabs in the Nov. 5 Edina School Board election. Learn about the candidates and make an informed vote.

Grant Helps Edina High School Keep Japanese Amid Funding Crunch

The Japan Foundation recently awarded the school district a $16,000 grant.

Great Back to School Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.

Meet School Board Member Regina Neville, a Theater Executive Running for Re-election

Four seats are up for grabs in the Nov. 5 Edina School Board election. Learn about the candidates and make an informed vote.

Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

18 Edina Seniors Among National Merit Semifinalists

Seventeen EHS students and one Chesterton Academy student are among the 16,000 semifinalists in the 59th annual National Merit Scholarship Program.

Meet School Board Candidate Mark Sparano, a CPA with an MBA

Four seats are up for grabs in the Nov. 5 Edina School Board election. Learn about the candidates and make an informed vote.

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

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Meet School Board Candidate David Goldstein, Lawyer and Non-Profit Boardmember

Four seats are up for grabs in the Nov. 5 Edina School Board election. Learn about the candidates and make an informed vote.

Edina Students Receive Purdue University Semester Honors

The students were honored for their grade point average during the spring 2013 semester.

Back to School Safety Tips for Motor Vehicle Safety

Parents should remind their children of safety tips before the school year begins again, according to the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office.

How Did Your Child's School Perform on State Tests?

Edina Public Schools saw some reading declines that are likely due to new tests and changes to how students take tests, but the district's science and math scores were looking up. See how your student's school did in Patch's interactive database.

Edina Kids Eating More Breakfasts, Less Processed Foods

The school board received its biannual wellness report last week.

Meet School Board Candidate Vivien Talghader, an Electrical Engineer

Four seats are up for grabs in the Nov. 5 Edina School Board election. Learn about the candidates and make an informed vote.

Edina's Elementary Math Specialists Getting Bumped Up to Full-Time

The district is also adding special education staffing positions.

Edina School Board Questionnaire

Cornelia Students Join Summer Reading, Math Clubs in Droves

About 260 students have signed up to come into their elementary this summer to discuss books they've read and to play math games.

Should Students Recite the Pledge of Allegiance?

In just a few short weeks, thousands of kids will head back to school and that begs the question, "Should kids be required to say the Pledge of Allegiance daily?"