FOX 9 Top Teacher: Jennifer Swartout of Faithful Shepherd Catholic School
Jennifer Swartout, a fifth grade teacher at Faithful Shepherd Catholic School in Eagan is the most recent teacher to be recognized for her work.
Jennifer Swartout, a fifth grade teacher at Faithful Shepherd Catholic School in Eagan is the most recent teacher to be recognized for her work.
Napping helps preschoolers unlock their full potential for learning
For many parents of young children, the highlight of their day is nap time – not for them, but for their little ones. Especially now, with most preschools closed, getting a child to nap is the golden ticket.
For many parents of young children, the highlight of their day is nap time – not for them, but for their little ones. Especially now, with most preschools closed, getting a child to nap is the golden ticket.
2 Minnesota high school seniors selected as U.S. Presidential Scholars
Two Minnesota students are among the 56th class of U.S. Presidential scholars this year, according to the Minnesota Department of Education.
Two Minnesota students are among the 56th class of U.S. Presidential scholars this year, according to the Minnesota Department of Education.
University of California, K-12 public schools should be open in the fall
Janet Napolitano said she “anticipates that most, if not all of our campuses, will operate in some kind of hybrid mode.
Janet Napolitano said she “anticipates that most, if not all of our campuses, will operate in some kind of hybrid mode.
CDC releases guidelines for returning to school in the fall
The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention has released considerations for how schools across the country should reopen.
The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention has released considerations for how schools across the country should reopen.
FOX 9 Top Teacher: Kaitlin Wermerskirchen of Jackson Elementary School
Our next award goes to Kaitlin Wermerskirchen, a kindergarten teacher at Jackson Elementary School in Shakopee.
Our next award goes to Kaitlin Wermerskirchen, a kindergarten teacher at Jackson Elementary School in Shakopee.
FOX 9 Top Teacher: Nancy Berquist of Lakeview Elementary School
The first top teacher is Nancy Berquist, a fourth grade teacher at Lakeview Elementary School in Lakeville.
The first top teacher is Nancy Berquist, a fourth grade teacher at Lakeview Elementary School in Lakeville.
University of Minnesota posts unique 2020 commencement
The University of Minnesota celebrated its class of 2020 with a one-of-a-kind graduation ceremony Saturday.
The University of Minnesota celebrated its class of 2020 with a one-of-a-kind graduation ceremony Saturday.
University of Minnesota hosts virtual commencement for Class of 2020
The University of Minnesota will host a systemwide virtual commencement to celebrate graduates on May 16. This year’s celebration features recorded remarks by Board of Regents Chair Ken Powell and President Joan Gabel, and includes a personalized slide for each graduate.
The University of Minnesota will host a systemwide virtual commencement to celebrate graduates on May 16. This year’s celebration features recorded remarks by Board of Regents Chair Ken Powell and President Joan Gabel, and includes a personalized slide for each graduate.
Minnesota schools can offer mix of in-school and distance learning this summer, order says
An executive order signed by Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will allow schools to provide a hybrid of distance and in-school learning over the summer.
An executive order signed by Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will allow schools to provide a hybrid of distance and in-school learning over the summer.
11-year-old boy set to earn associate degree in math, likely the youngest ever in Minnesota
At just 11 years old, a St. Louis Park boy is believed to be the youngest person in the state to earn an associate degree.
At just 11 years old, a St. Louis Park boy is believed to be the youngest person in the state to earn an associate degree.
Trump's push for opening school clashes with Fauci's caution
President Donald Trump's push appears at odds with cautions by the nation's leading immunologist, Dr. Anthony Fauci, who is wary of returning to normal activities too quickly.
President Donald Trump's push appears at odds with cautions by the nation's leading immunologist, Dr. Anthony Fauci, who is wary of returning to normal activities too quickly.
Districts take different approaches to considering students' GPA during pandemic
With so many students struggling to navigate or have access to distance learning, school districts are taking different approaches to how students’ grades will count towards their GPA while colleges and universities consider how the pandemic will impact applications.
With so many students struggling to navigate or have access to distance learning, school districts are taking different approaches to how students’ grades will count towards their GPA while colleges and universities consider how the pandemic will impact applications.
Fauci urges caution on schools, warns against ‘cavalier’ idea that children are immune from COVID-19
Speaking at a Tuesday Senate hearing, Dr. Anthony Fauci had a sharp retort for Sen. Rand Paul after the Kentucky Republican said that Fauci was not the “end all” in knowledge about the coronavirus, and that it’s “kind of ridiculous” to suggest children should be kept out of school in the fall.
Speaking at a Tuesday Senate hearing, Dr. Anthony Fauci had a sharp retort for Sen. Rand Paul after the Kentucky Republican said that Fauci was not the “end all” in knowledge about the coronavirus, and that it’s “kind of ridiculous” to suggest children should be kept out of school in the fall.
Waconia HS teacher teams up with cabinetry business to bring wood shop home during distance learning
Amid the school closures due to COVID-19, a teacher in Waconia is teaming up with an area business to help give his students a hands-on learning experience.
Amid the school closures due to COVID-19, a teacher in Waconia is teaming up with an area business to help give his students a hands-on learning experience.
Parents, teachers' union speak out against controversial new Minneapolis Schools redistricting
Minneapolis Public Schools leaders are speaking out after the Board of Education approved a controversial new redistricting plan.
Minneapolis Public Schools leaders are speaking out after the Board of Education approved a controversial new redistricting plan.
‘Graduate Together’: LeBron James assembles all-star talent to honor high school class of 2020
COVID-19 has halted nearly all social life around the world, including preventing students who have waited all year for their graduation ceremonies to hang up their caps and gowns.
COVID-19 has halted nearly all social life around the world, including preventing students who have waited all year for their graduation ceremonies to hang up their caps and gowns.
Minneapolis School Board approves redistricting proposal after hearing parent comments
The Minneapolis School Board met virtually Tuesday evening to hear comments about a proposal that will change where some students in Minneapolis attend class before members approved the redistricting plan on a 6-3 vote.
The Minneapolis School Board met virtually Tuesday evening to hear comments about a proposal that will change where some students in Minneapolis attend class before members approved the redistricting plan on a 6-3 vote.
Adopt-a-senior program helps Northfield High School graduates feel celebrated
There will be no graduation ceremonies for Minnesota schools and universities leaving most high school seniors crushed.
There will be no graduation ceremonies for Minnesota schools and universities leaving most high school seniors crushed.
'Feeling of not finishing' as Minnesota cancels in-person graduation ceremonies
The Class of 2020 in Minnesota won't get to experience the moment they have been waiting on.
The Class of 2020 in Minnesota won't get to experience the moment they have been waiting on.