McGregor school bus driver retires after 51 years in community service
After more than five decades on the road, Jimmy Johnson, a beloved school bus driver in McGregor, Minn., is stepping into retirement.
After more than five decades on the road, Jimmy Johnson, a beloved school bus driver in McGregor, Minn., is stepping into retirement.
McGregor school bus driver retires after 51 years in community service
After more than five decades on the road, Jimmy Johnson, a beloved school bus driver in McGregor, Minn., is stepping into retirement. Johnson spent 51 years driving a school bus, creating lasting memories for students and families. He started at age 20 when the district needed drivers.
After more than five decades on the road, Jimmy Johnson, a beloved school bus driver in McGregor, Minn., is stepping into retirement. Johnson spent 51 years driving a school bus, creating lasting memories for students and families. He started at age 20 when the district needed drivers.
Pennsylvania schools will be required to teach cursive again starting in April
Starting April 12, all public and private schools in Pennsylvania must reintroduce cursive handwriting into their curriculum.
Starting April 12, all public and private schools in Pennsylvania must reintroduce cursive handwriting into their curriculum.
Ohio State president resigns; investigation launched over 'inappropriate relationship'
Ohio State University has opened an investigation after President Walter “Ted" Carter Jr. abruptly resigned over the weekend following the disclosure of what the university described as an “inappropriate relationship."
Ohio State University has opened an investigation after President Walter “Ted" Carter Jr. abruptly resigned over the weekend following the disclosure of what the university described as an “inappropriate relationship."
House GOP calls education bill 'easiest votes that could be taken here'
House Speaker Lisa Demuth and other GOP lawmakers spoke Tuesday about a proposed education bill that opts the state into a federal program where Minnesota tax dollars go to local schools and students at no additional cost to the state.
House Speaker Lisa Demuth and other GOP lawmakers spoke Tuesday about a proposed education bill that opts the state into a federal program where Minnesota tax dollars go to local schools and students at no additional cost to the state.
The Home Depot Foundation introduces 'Path to Pro Education Grants' to revitalize shop classes nationwide
The Bureau of Labor Statistics says the skilled trades industry is facing a massive workforce shortage over the next few years, with 41% of the construction workforce set to retire by 2031 and a projected 4.1 million construction jobs needed over the next decade. To help bolster the construction industry, The Home Depot Foundation has launched a grant program to bolster trade training.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics says the skilled trades industry is facing a massive workforce shortage over the next few years, with 41% of the construction workforce set to retire by 2031 and a projected 4.1 million construction jobs needed over the next decade. To help bolster the construction industry, The Home Depot Foundation has launched a grant program to bolster trade training.
Rural Minnesota dental crisis: U of M pushes for $100M solution
Minnesota is losing more dentists than it graduates, creating care deserts across the state. The University of Minnesota is asking lawmakers for $100 million to expand its dental school.
Minnesota is losing more dentists than it graduates, creating care deserts across the state. The University of Minnesota is asking lawmakers for $100 million to expand its dental school.
Ban screens in preschool and kindergarten? MN lawmakers hold hearing on proposed bill
A proposed bill would ban preschool and kindergarten students from individual-use screens while on public school grounds.
A proposed bill would ban preschool and kindergarten students from individual-use screens while on public school grounds.
Lawmaker argues for teaching cursive: 'My grandson couldn't read his birthday card!'
Sen. Ann Rest explained why she feels it's important to bring back cursive instruction to schools in Minnesota.
Sen. Ann Rest explained why she feels it's important to bring back cursive instruction to schools in Minnesota.
Minnesota lawmakers want schools to teach cursive again
A new bill in Minnesota aims to bring cursive handwriting back to elementary schools.
A new bill in Minnesota aims to bring cursive handwriting back to elementary schools.
Maple Grove girls' basketball coach, hall-of-famer Mark Cook placed on leave
Maple Grove Head Girls' Basketball Coach Mark Cook is on leave from his duties as a teacher and a coach, according to a spokesperson for Osseo Area Schools, who did not provide a reason for him being placed on leave.
Maple Grove Head Girls' Basketball Coach Mark Cook is on leave from his duties as a teacher and a coach, according to a spokesperson for Osseo Area Schools, who did not provide a reason for him being placed on leave.
Minnesota schools could see cell phone ban, Bipartisan bill in play
A new bill in Minnesota could lead to a statewide ban on cell phones and smart watches in schools through eighth grade, with restrictions in high school classrooms.
A new bill in Minnesota could lead to a statewide ban on cell phones and smart watches in schools through eighth grade, with restrictions in high school classrooms.
Minnesota school closings for Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026
A winter storm dumped several inches of snow across the Twin Cities metro and even more snow across northern Minnesota this week, prompting some schools to delay start times or close altogether on Thursday.
A winter storm dumped several inches of snow across the Twin Cities metro and even more snow across northern Minnesota this week, prompting some schools to delay start times or close altogether on Thursday.
MN school leaders lobby for new laws for ICE impact
Minnesota school leaders are lobbying for new laws and funding in the aftermath of Operation Metro Surge. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
Minnesota school leaders are lobbying for new laws and funding in the aftermath of Operation Metro Surge. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
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ICE impacts on MN schools: Senate hearing [Part 2]
The Minnesota Senate Education Finance Committee heard from school leaders, parents, and educators about the impact of “Operation Metro Surge” on schools statewide. Testimony focused on attendance disruptions, student mental health, and day-to-day operations. Here is part two of the Minnesota Senate committee hearing.
The Minnesota Senate Education Finance Committee heard from school leaders, parents, and educators about the impact of “Operation Metro Surge” on schools statewide. Testimony focused on attendance disruptions, student mental health, and day-to-day operations. Here is part two of the Minnesota Senate committee hearing.
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ICE impacts on MN schools: Senate hearing [Part 3]
The Minnesota Senate Education Finance Committee heard from school leaders, parents, and educators about the impact of “Operation Metro Surge” on schools statewide. Testimony focused on attendance disruptions, student mental health, and day-to-day operations. Here is part three of the Minnesota Senate committee hearing.
The Minnesota Senate Education Finance Committee heard from school leaders, parents, and educators about the impact of “Operation Metro Surge” on schools statewide. Testimony focused on attendance disruptions, student mental health, and day-to-day operations. Here is part three of the Minnesota Senate committee hearing.
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ICE impacts on MN schools: Senate hearing [Part 1]
The Minnesota Senate Education Finance Committee heard from school leaders, parents, and educators about the impact of “Operation Metro Surge” on schools statewide. Testimony focused on attendance disruptions, student mental health, and day-to-day operations. Here is part one of the Minnesota Senate committee hearing.
The Minnesota Senate Education Finance Committee heard from school leaders, parents, and educators about the impact of “Operation Metro Surge” on schools statewide. Testimony focused on attendance disruptions, student mental health, and day-to-day operations. Here is part one of the Minnesota Senate committee hearing.
America 250: Students in grades K–8 invited to enter Bookmark Design Challenge
Students in grades K-8 across the country are invited to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States by entering the Bookmark Design Challenge: Celebrating America’s 250th.
Students in grades K-8 across the country are invited to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States by entering the Bookmark Design Challenge: Celebrating America’s 250th.
Minnesota school closings for Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026
A winter storm bringing heavy snow and blizzard conditions to northern Minnesota has led several schools to be closed or delay openings on Wednesday.
A winter storm bringing heavy snow and blizzard conditions to northern Minnesota has led several schools to be closed or delay openings on Wednesday.
Minnesota Department of Education recommends ending seclusion rooms
Some Minnesota schools use seclusion rooms for students with disabilities, sparking controversy. Right now, they’re banned for students in third grade and below, but the law could change by May to expand seclusion rooms to all grades -- with parental approval through grade six. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.
Some Minnesota schools use seclusion rooms for students with disabilities, sparking controversy. Right now, they’re banned for students in third grade and below, but the law could change by May to expand seclusion rooms to all grades -- with parental approval through grade six. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.