These states now require cursive to be taught in schools
Cursive instruction waned after Common Core Standards were adopted by most states in 2010, but in recent years, cursive requirements have increased.
Cursive instruction waned after Common Core Standards were adopted by most states in 2010, but in recent years, cursive requirements have increased.
Convicted sex offender held MN Dept. of Education job
A former chief audit officer at the Minnesota Department of Education was convicted of criminal sexual conduct more than a decade before he was hired.
A former chief audit officer at the Minnesota Department of Education was convicted of criminal sexual conduct more than a decade before he was hired.
Tennessee teens could lose driver's licenses as punishment for bullying
Tennessee students who bully their classmates – both in school or online – could lose their driving privileges as punishment thanks to a new law that took effect this week.
Tennessee students who bully their classmates – both in school or online – could lose their driving privileges as punishment thanks to a new law that took effect this week.
Trump admin withholds $6 billion for after-school, summer programs
A funding freeze could wreck summer for low-income families and wipe out some after-school programming this fall.
A funding freeze could wreck summer for low-income families and wipe out some after-school programming this fall.
California, Texas are home to America's least-educated cities: See the 2025 list
A new study examined areas where cities aren’t making the grade when it comes to education and here’s what the data revealed.
A new study examined areas where cities aren’t making the grade when it comes to education and here’s what the data revealed.
Forest Lake School Board considers repealing hate symbols ban
A Minnesota school district is considering repealing a ban on wearing or displaying the confederate flag, swastikas and KKK signs or symbols on school property, which is drawing outrage from some residents.
A Minnesota school district is considering repealing a ban on wearing or displaying the confederate flag, swastikas and KKK signs or symbols on school property, which is drawing outrage from some residents.
MN school considering repealing hate symbol ban
The Forest Lake School Board is debating repealing a school policy that bans hate speech on clothing. The policy currently bans clothing that features confederate flags, KKK, and swastika symbols. A school board meeting on Thursday featured an hour-long listening session during which residents expressed their concerns over the proposed dress code policy change. Ultimately, the school board voted to send this proposal back to the policy committee, where they can dig into more specifics.�
The Forest Lake School Board is debating repealing a school policy that bans hate speech on clothing. The policy currently bans clothing that features confederate flags, KKK, and swastika symbols. A school board meeting on Thursday featured an hour-long listening session during which residents expressed their concerns over the proposed dress code policy change. Ultimately, the school board voted to send this proposal back to the policy committee, where they can dig into more specifics.�
Augsburg University's 'Greetings From' art exhibit showcases iconic signs
Signs are a part of our everyday environment that many of us take for granted. Now, these exercises in practicality are being elevated to works of art through an exhibit at Augsburg University.
Signs are a part of our everyday environment that many of us take for granted. Now, these exercises in practicality are being elevated to works of art through an exhibit at Augsburg University.
Scammers using AI to steal college financial aid: What we know
Victims of identity theft who discover loans fraudulently taken out in their names must go through months of calling colleges, the federal government and loan servicers to get the debt erased.
Victims of identity theft who discover loans fraudulently taken out in their names must go through months of calling colleges, the federal government and loan servicers to get the debt erased.
UMN Board of Regents vote to pass tuition hike, academic cuts
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents voted 9-3 to pass a budget that includes a 6.5% tuition increase for in-state students and a 7% cut to academic programs across the university.
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents voted 9-3 to pass a budget that includes a 6.5% tuition increase for in-state students and a 7% cut to academic programs across the university.
UMN Board of Regents to vote on tuition hike
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents is set to vote on a proposed tuition hike and academic cuts during a meeting on Wednesday. FOX 9's Bill Keller has more on the story.
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents is set to vote on a proposed tuition hike and academic cuts during a meeting on Wednesday. FOX 9's Bill Keller has more on the story.
Student loan delinquencies dropping credit scores: What to know
Student loan payment delinquencies are appearing on credit reports for the first time in more than 3 years, affecting credit scores for millions. Here’s what that means, and what to do about it.
Student loan payment delinquencies are appearing on credit reports for the first time in more than 3 years, affecting credit scores for millions. Here’s what that means, and what to do about it.
Minneapolis Public Schools facing $75M budget shortfall
Minneapolis Public Schools is facing a major budget shortfall. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the latest.
Minneapolis Public Schools is facing a major budget shortfall. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the latest.
U of M tuition hike proposal tops 6.5% while cutting academic services
The Twin Cities campus’ tuition hike would bring tuition costs to $16,132 a year for undergraduate residents of Minnesota, while also instituting a programming "scope reduction" of 7%.
The Twin Cities campus’ tuition hike would bring tuition costs to $16,132 a year for undergraduate residents of Minnesota, while also instituting a programming "scope reduction" of 7%.
Minneapolis Schools to lay off hundreds as it faces budget shortfall
Minneapolis Public Schools officials say hundreds of full-time positions will need to be cut to correct a $75 million budget imbalance going forward.
Minneapolis Public Schools officials say hundreds of full-time positions will need to be cut to correct a $75 million budget imbalance going forward.
St. Paul school board approves next $1B budget, explores referendum for shortfall
St. Paul Public School (SPPS) leaders said they plan to tap into reserves, make some cuts, and are exploring a referendum to cover the $51.1 million budget shortfall in 2026.
St. Paul Public School (SPPS) leaders said they plan to tap into reserves, make some cuts, and are exploring a referendum to cover the $51.1 million budget shortfall in 2026.
China’s rare earth minerals included in new trade deal, Trump says
Details are being released about the new trade and tariff deal reached between President Trump and China, which includes rare minerals and Chinese students attending American universities.
Details are being released about the new trade and tariff deal reached between President Trump and China, which includes rare minerals and Chinese students attending American universities.
St. Francis School Board agrees to walk back book ban
The St. Francis Area School Board has agreed to walk back the book ban put in place in December of 2024, banning books 3 or higher on the suitability scale as rated by "Book Looks."
The St. Francis Area School Board has agreed to walk back the book ban put in place in December of 2024, banning books 3 or higher on the suitability scale as rated by "Book Looks."
Prior Lake-Savage School Board rescinds DEI resolution in 5-2 vote
On Monday, families in Prior Lake showed up in full force to protest outside of a Prior Lake-Savage School Board meeting. The board voted 5-2 to rescind its 2020 equity and inclusion resolution.
On Monday, families in Prior Lake showed up in full force to protest outside of a Prior Lake-Savage School Board meeting. The board voted 5-2 to rescind its 2020 equity and inclusion resolution.
Prior Lake-Savage School Board rescinds DEI resolution in 5-2 vote
Both sides of the Prior Lake-Savage community reacted Monday night after the school board voted 5-2 to rescind a equity and inclusion resolution put together in 2020.
Both sides of the Prior Lake-Savage community reacted Monday night after the school board voted 5-2 to rescind a equity and inclusion resolution put together in 2020.