Minnesota graduation rates decline in 2021, new data shows

“The class of 2021 faced incredibly difficult circumstances in their final years of high school…” MDE commissioner Dr. Heather Mueller said. “We remain committed to ensuring every single Minnesota student graduates from high school, whether that is in four years, five years, six years or more.”

Minneapolis teachers strike: District makes ‘final offer’ for support workers

The teacher's union got an offer today that is closer than anything else they’ve been presented when it comes to wages for Education Support Professionals (ESPs). ESP’s work alongside teachers to support students in the classroom. The district said this most recent proposal reached beyond its financial means, and as a result would require $10 million in budget cuts.