Rochelle Cox named Minneapolis Public Schools' interim superintendent
The Minneapolis Public Schools Board of Education unanimously voted to appoint Rochelle Cox as interim superintendent for the 2022-2023 school year.
Vikings partner with Minneapolis Public Schools to launch first-ever girls flag football league
The Vikings have partnered with Minneapolis Public Schools to launch their first-ever girls flag football league. The first season kicked off today, and several teams from various middle schools took to the field with custom uniforms and donated equipment. The Vikings hope by doing this, they will encourage schools to begin varsity school girls flag football programs.
MPS selects community partners for student summer programming
Minneapolis Public Schools has selected eight community partners to provide summer programming for students in August as part of its summer programming to keep them engaged and learning while out of the classroom.
All Minneapolis North graduating seniors to receive up to $10K scholarships
Pillsbury United Communities says it will be giving every senior at Minneapolis North High School up to $10,000 for post-secondary education.
Minneapolis Public Schools lifting its mask mandate
Minneapolis Public Schools says it will lift its mask mandate starting Monday, April 18, as the district revises its COVID-19 rules amid changes to CDC guidance and low cases.
Board considering changes as Minneapolis students speak out against longer school days
As longer school days start for Minneapolis schools this week, students again spoke out against the change during a school board meeting on Tuesday.
Minneapolis Board of Education votes to rename Jefferson school
The Minneapolis Board of Education voted Tuesday to rename two schools, including one named after a founding father.
Minneapolis schools shift to longer days to make up for teachers strike
Starting Monday, the school day for Minneapolis students is now 42 minutes longer. But students at North High say the change isn't fair for them.
Metro Transit changes bus schedules for Minneapolis schools later dismissals
Metro Transit is adjusting some bus schedules to align with new end times at Minneapolis high schools.
Minnesota high school discovers $30-40K booster club funds stolen
On Friday Minneapolis North High School wrote on its Facebook that officials have discovered one of its North High Booster Club volunteers had “nearly drained their account on personal expenses.”
MPS superintendent won't seek renewal update
Ed Graff is committed to ensuring a smooth leadership transition after announcing he will not seek a contract renewal with Minneapolis Public Schools.
Minneapolis Public Schools Superintendent Ed Graff to leave district
Ed Graff, the superintendent of Minneapolis Public Schools, says he will not continue with the district after his contract ends on June 30.
Minneapolis Public Schools Superintendent Ed Graff to leave district
Ed Graff, the superintendent of Minneapolis Public Schools, says he will not continue with the district after his contract ends on June 30.
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 Public Schools Superintendent Ed Graff to leave district
Ed Graff, the superintendent of Minneapolis Public Schools, says he will not continue with the district after his contract ends on June 30.
Minneapolis board votes to extend school days during chaotic meeting
A Minneapolis Board of Education meeting on Tuesday turned chaotic as attendees expressed anger over a plan to extend the school year and make school days longer following the teachers strike.
Minneapolis board votes to extend school days during chaotic meeting
A Minneapolis Board of Education meeting on Tuesday turned chaotic as attendees expressed anger over a plan to extend the school year and make school days longer following the teachers strike.
Minneapolis students return to class on Tuesday after teachers strike
After 15 missed school days during the teachers strike, Minneapolis students are set to return to class on Tuesday morning.
Minneapolis teachers have a new contract. Will MPS need more state money to pay for it?
New, bigger contracts for Minneapolis Public Schools teachers and school aides will force budget adjustments, the superintendent says, though the district may have a friendly ear at the state Legislature amid a budget surplus.
Minneapolis teachers strike ends: Teachers vote to ratify deal
The Minneapolis teachers' strike is officially over, with the teachers union voting 75 percent in favor of approving the deal with the school district. Students are now set to return to class on Tuesday, March, 29.