U.S. News National Rankings: Where Oakdale's Tartan High School Placed

The annual ranking released by U.S. News and World Report evaluates schools based on graduation rates, academic performance, and more.

Teacher Salaries In MN: Where Oakdale Ranks

Average public school teacher pay in Minnesota ranges widely by district and region, and starting salary can be dramatically lower.

Best School Districts In MN 2022: Where Oakdale Ranks

The rankings factored in college readiness, graduation rates, SAT/ACT scores, reported teacher quality, and more.

1 Oakdale School Now On MDH's COVID-19 Outbreak List

There are 37 Washington County schools on the updated list, and 799 schools statewide.

2021 College Aid: How Oakdale Area Compares In Application Rates

See how FAFSA applications changed for Oakdale area high schools.

1 Oakdale School On MDH's COVID-19 Outbreak List

There are now 30 schools in Washington County on the COVID-19 outbreak list.

Oakdale Schools Among Best For Grades K-8: U.S. News

Oakdale elementary and middle schools were included in the inaugural list ranking more than 80,000 U.S. schools.

Twin Cities Elementary School Principal Dies By Suicide: Family

The family of Edgerton Elementary Principal Brian Koland​ gave the district permission to let families know that he died by suicide.

2 Oakdale Schools On Latest COVID-19 Outbreak List

The list of K-12 schools in Minnesota with COVID-19 outbreaks continues to grow significantly each week.

Best Schools: Tartan Senior High School In 2022 Niche List

The data analysis company Niche looked at academics, teachers, and diversity in schools across Minnesota.

University Of Minnesota Extension How To Find Out What Your Woods Looked Like In The Past

One thing that nearly every woodland owner has is a curiosity for the history of their property. Understanding the history of the trees ...

University Of Minnesota Extension How Far Can Plant Disease Spread? It's Complicated.

Now that most of the state has gotten rain, plant diseases that have been held back by the drought are rearing up. The appearance of any ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Fall 2021 Tax Planning For Farmers

Most government payments to farmers and small businesses require inclusion as income on your annual federal or state tax return. The con ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Mending Broken Hearts: On Healing And Disrupting The Cycles Of Intergenerational And Communal Trauma

Briana Michels discusses the importance of exploring healing with a Native lens and draws connections between intergenerational trauma a ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Traditional Native Games As A Bridge To Strengthening Community Ties And Belonging

Traditional Native Games is a holistic training that tackles some challenges of drug abuse and suicide through play by way of cultural r ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Eight Ps Of Effective Facilitation Planning And Preparation

Many of us are seeing a return to in-person and hybrid meetings following the COVID pandemic. It might be an ideal time to remind oursel ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Preparing Your Vegetable Garden For Fall

Fall is an abundant and satisfying season in the garden. Your hard work throughout the season has produced a wide variety of fruits and ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Cultivo De Verduras, Flores Y Hierbas En Contenedores

El uso de contenedores es una excelente manera de cultivar vegetales, hierbas y flores en balcones, aceras y patios. Hay algunas conside ...

University Of Minnesota Extension A Quick Guide To Harvesting And Storing Melons, Squash, And Pumpkins

Melons are one of the trickiest plants to grow, because the guidelines around harvest are confusing and often contradictory. Gardeners o ...

University Of Minnesota Extension How Far Can Plant Disease Spread? It's Complicated.

Now that most of the state has gotten rain, plant diseases that have been held back by the drought are rearing up. The appearance of any ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Back To School Means Back To Meeting Schedules

In many communities, it seems life revolves around the school year. With school back in session, so are meetings for community groups an ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Video: Don't Pigeonhole The 4-H Poultry Project

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University Of Minnesota Extension Stop And Think: Consider A Critical Approach To Civic Engagement

How can we take it a step further and critically engage in meaningful ways that support sustainable change?

University Of Minnesota Extension Success Of Fall Lawn Seeding Depends On Rain

In a normal year, seeding your lawn in late summer or early fall is widely considered the best time. Weed pressure is somewhat lessened, ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Video: Don't Pigeonhole The 4-H Poultry Project

See the latest announcement from the University of Minnesota Extension.

University Of Minnesota Extension Stop And Think: Consider A Critical Approach To Civic Engagement

Many community members can recall a time when they have been asked by an organization or group to take a survey or participate in a foru ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Success Of Fall Lawn Seeding Depends On Rain

In a normal year, seeding your lawn in late summer or early fall is widely considered the best time. Weed pressure is somewhat lessened, ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Cracks, Rots, And Tough Spots: Tomato Quality Issues

If you have been able to water your vegetable garden, 2021 has been a great year for growing tomatoes. The drought has meant there is li ...

University Of Minnesota Extension When To Harvest Grapes And Apples At Home

A common mistake that home fruit growers make is harvesting the crop too soon, especially for grapes and apples. The color changes obser ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Ask Extension: Top 3 Topics For 2021

Phones in our local extension offices were once again ringing off the hook this year. The unprecedented drought in Minnesota affected co ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Powdery Mildew In Flowers And Vining Vegetables

While this dry growing season has limited the appearance of most plant diseases, diseases that aren't as dependent on water have still c ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Five Ways To Think About Community

Thinking about my communities is giving me new energy and offering new ways to engage with people.

University Of Minnesota Extension Fall 2021 Tax Planning For Farmers

Most government payments to farmers and small businesses require inclusion as income on your annual federal or state tax return. The con ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Boarding Schools And American Indian Education

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Brenda Child about the legacy of the Boarding School era.

University Of Minnesota Extension See Extension At The 2021 Minnesota State Fair​

If you go to the "Great Minnesota Get-Together," be sure to participate in fun and educational University of Minnesota Extension activit ...

University Of Minnesota Extension Key Questions To Ask Before Facilitating Your Next Hybrid Meeting

But we might not really be in a face-to-face space.

University Of Minnesota Extension Feeding Dairy Cattle In A Drought

See the latest announcement from the University of Minnesota Extension.

University Of Minnesota Extension Common Purslane: Drought Survivor

The “common” in the name “common purslane” certainly is descriptive.

University Of Minnesota Extension Watering The Yard And Garden In Extreme Drought

A few weeks ago, we published an article about watering wisely in drought. Basic practices like watering in the morning and using mulche ...

University Of Minnesota Extension See Extension At The 2021 Minnesota State Fair​

If you go to the "Great Minnesota Get-Together," be sure to participate in fun and educational University of Minnesota Extension activit ...