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Minnesota Department of Education @MnDeptEd

Ensuring every child receives a quality education, no matter their race or zip code.

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Schools provide a community for children entering kindergarten that recognizes each child's unique strengths and needs. All children can enroll in kindergarten if they are 5 on or before Sept. 1. Check with your local district or charter school!
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We are supporting 180 schools and community organizations providing meals and snacks at over 715 meal sites across Minnesota this summer through the @USDA_FNA Summer Food Service Program. content.govdelivery.com/acco…
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Literacy Director Julie Novak and Literacy Specialist Jenny Wazlawik joined Southwest Service Cooperative Literacy Team and COMPASS leaders and educators at the Regional Literacy Symposium where educators throughout southwestern Minnesota joined together to share, learn and grow.
Literacy Director Julie Novak and Literacy Specialist Jenny Wazlawik stand with Southwest Service Cooperative Literacy Team members Natalie Delmonico, Shannon Gossen and Ginny Sorenson and COMPASS Supervisor Allyson Pesek in front of a PowerPoint display that reads SWWC Regional Literacy Symposium. From Legislation to Literacy: Bridging the Gap Through Evidence Based Practices.

ALT Literacy Director Julie Novak and Literacy Specialist Jenny Wazlawik stand with Southwest Service Cooperative Literacy Team members Natalie Delmonico, Shannon Gossen and Ginny Sorenson and COMPASS Supervisor Allyson Pesek in front of a PowerPoint display that reads SWWC Regional Literacy Symposium. From Legislation to Literacy: Bridging the Gap Through Evidence Based Practices.
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The Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) has awarded seven districts, charter schools, and educational organizations Innovation in Service Learning Grants to initiate or expand service-learning opportunities for students. content.govdelivery.com/acco…
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Almost 500 math teachers from across the state gathered to multiply the resources in their instructional toolkit as they prepare for and begin to transition to the 2022 math standards, which will be fully implemented by the 2027-28 school year. education.mn.gov/MDE/prod099…
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We are seeking physical education teachers, students, and others to join our Physical Education Standards Committee. This committee will review and revise current Physical Education Standards for all Minnesota students. Learn more and apply by July 5 education.mn.gov/MDE/dse/std….
Interested in physical education? Join the Physical Education Standards Committee. Minnesota Department of Education.

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More than 300 students from alternative education schools gathered at the Mayo Civic Center in Mankato this May to put their leadership, workforce, and life skills to the test at the MAAP STARS Spring Conference. Congratulations to all the participants! education.mn.gov/MDE/prod099…
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Congratulations 2026 graduates! As students and schools prepare for graduation ceremonies, know that Minnesota legislation protects American Indian students’ rights to wear American Indian regalia, Tribal regalia or objects of cultural significance to graduation ceremonies.
A graduation cap featuring beadwork around the edges and a feather hanging from the cap by a leather strap.

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Congratulations to the Minnesota Association of Charter Schools 2026 Innovation Award winners! 🎉Bluesky Online Charter School, Cologne Academy, Minnesota Online High School, Northwest Passage High School, Spectrum High School and Terra Nova. mncharterschools.org/news/ne…

Impactful Innovation & School Leadership Celebrated by MN Chartered Public Schools | MN Association...

St. Paul, MN – On Wednesday, May 6, Minnesota Association of Charter Schools (MACS) held its annual Awards Luncheon at Minnesota Humanities Center in St. Paul, in which six Minnesota chartered public...

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The award honors schools for increasing learning opportunities, innovation in teaching methods and measuring outcomes, establishing new forms of accountability, and creating new professional opportunities for teachers. Way to go!
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Our offices are closed today in recognition of Memorial Day. We extend gratitude to the members of our military who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.
U.S. Flag waving in the wind. Memorial Day. Remember and Honor. Minnesota Department of Education.

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Henning Public School students helped bring new life to Henning Festival Ground and Athletic Park with the help of a Minnesota Department of Education Innovative Service Learning Grant. Learn more: education.mn.gov/MDE/prod099…
Students pick rocks on the newly seeded field.

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Students roll up a stretch of old fencing that is being removed from the field.

ALT Students roll up a stretch of old fencing that is being removed from the field.

Students have supplies ready to start painting a mural on a big rock at the entrance to the field.

ALT Students have supplies ready to start painting a mural on a big rock at the entrance to the field.

Three students paint a rocket on the big rock at the entrance of the ball field.

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Students removed old fencing, planted grass seed and painted rock at the entrance to the ball field to welcome players, spectators and visitors to the park.
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Educators are future makers, shaping the paths and possibilities of students every day. Elevate Teaching is inviting Minnesota educators to share their stories to inspire the next generation of educators. Learn more and share your story at: elevateteaching.us/calfortea…
A teacher speaks with high school students working at their desks.

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Congratulations to our very own Lindsey Brockberg on earning an Honorary State FFA Degree for her leadership and advocacy on behalf of agricultural education at the Minnesota FFA Convention in April.
Lindsay Brockberg, center, stands on stage holding her award plaque and medallion with other honorees. Her plaque reads: Minnesota FFA Association. Lindsey Brockberg for contributions to FFA, agriculture and agriculture education. 2026 Honorary State Degree.

ALT Lindsay Brockberg, center, stands on stage holding her award plaque and medallion with other honorees. Her plaque reads: Minnesota FFA Association. Lindsey Brockberg for contributions to FFA, agriculture and agriculture education. 2026 Honorary State Degree.

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She is one of 22 honorees from the public and private sectors whose commitment to career and technical education is opening new doors for Minnesota students.
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Congratulations Mary!
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Congratulations to Mary Holmberg, principal of Richmond Elementary School and John Clark Elementary School @RocoriDistrict, on being named Minnesota’s 2026 National Distinguished Principal! 🎉 Learn more: mespa.net/ndp
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High School for Recording Arts students learned about the struggles of homeless youth, career opportunities and preparation for college as they gave back through service learning. education.mn.gov/MDE/prod099…
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Commissioner Willie Jett visited SouthWest Metro Intermediate District's Dean Lakes Education Center this week, where he toured SouthWest Metro High School, visiting Career and Technical Education programs in culinary arts, transitions and adult education.
Commissioner Jett (left) with SouthWest Metro High School and New Beginning's Student Gissellee Arias Galvan (center) and Director of Alternative and Online Programs Amanda Jones.

ALT Commissioner Jett (left) with SouthWest Metro High School and New Beginning's Student Gissellee Arias Galvan (center) and Director of Alternative and Online Programs Amanda Jones.

Superintendent Dr. Jeff Horton, Commissioner Jett, Exec Director of Human Resources Dr. Julie Williams, Exec Director of Teaching & Learning Melissa Knettel, Exec Director of Business Services Nichole Schmidt and Exec Director of Special Services Dr. Hayley Etnier.

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Commissioner Jett, the Dean Lakes Transitions Program Student Ambassador Team and Program Director Dawn Peterson (far left) and School Social Worker Lynnae Ademuwagun (left) inside the Dean Lakes PAES Lab. PAES is a research-based transition assessment system designed to identify employment aptitude, functional skills, career interests, and work behaviors.

ALT Commissioner Jett, the Dean Lakes Transitions Program Student Ambassador Team and Program Director Dawn Peterson (far left) and School Social Worker Lynnae Ademuwagun (left) inside the Dean Lakes PAES Lab. PAES is a research-based transition assessment system designed to identify employment aptitude, functional skills, career interests, and work behaviors.

Commissioner Jett meeting with Dean Lakes Transitions Program Student Ambassador Team and School Social Worker Lynnae Ademuwagun. The student team gave Commissioner Jett a tour of the program and talked about their experiences.

ALT Commissioner Jett meeting with Dean Lakes Transitions Program Student Ambassador Team and School Social Worker Lynnae Ademuwagun. The student team gave Commissioner Jett a tour of the program and talked about their experiences.

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Congratulations to students from Elk River and Sauk Rapids high schools for representing Minnesota at the National Restaurant Association’s National ProStart Invitational this April in Baltimore. Learn about how they did at: education.mn.gov/MDE/prod099…
The Elk River High School team stands together wearing white competition chef hats, jackets and aprons in their competition booth.

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The Sauk Rapids-Rice High School team stands together at the ProStart Competition.

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10 students from Elk River and Sauk Rapids-Rice high schools stand together at the ProStart competition holding their Minnesota flags

ALT 10 students from Elk River and Sauk Rapids-Rice high schools stand together at the ProStart competition holding their Minnesota flags
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