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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 10h

Our Special Education Division is hosting a series of listening sessions to get feedback about experiences about the transition post-high school plans and life since high school graduation. Learn more and register at education.mn.gov/MDE/dse/PROD....

Special Education Listening Session. Join us this November for a series of listening sessions on planning for the transition to post-high school plans.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 30/09/2026

Today, we released 2026 statewide assessment and accountability results.  In a year marked by uncertainty, students showed resilience with test scores remaining stable in mathematics and science and establishing a new baseline in reading. content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNM...

News release: Minnesota students show resilience as test scores hold steady in challenging year

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 24/09/2026

Is Minnesota's assessment framework providing the most useful, timely, and actionable measurement of student learning and achievement? The Minnesota Department of Education is convening a task force to find out. content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNM...

News Release: MDE Convenes Task Force to Review Statewide Standardized Tests, Recommend Modernization

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 18/08/2026

The Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) is investing in the future of the state’s educator workforce by awarding more than $41 million through five grant programs. content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNM...

Minnesota Department of Education News Release. MDE Invests $41 Million to Grow Teacher Workforce

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 17/08/2026

The U.S. Department of Agriculture updated its income guidelines for free and reduced-price eligibility for Child Nutrition Programs. content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNM...

Minnesota Department of Education News Release. USDA Announces New Income Guidelines for Free and Reduced-Price Eligibility

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 14/08/2026

Make an appointment to stop by the reading room at the Minnesota Braille and Talking Book Library to browse large print materials for young adults and braille picture books. Find out how to make an appointment under Hours of Operation at education.mn.gov/mde/fam/mbtbl/.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 05/08/2026

We're celebrating 97 schools representing 41 districts across the state for their sustained commitment to Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNM...

Minnesota Department of Education News Release

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 23/07/2026

Minnesota's inaugural cohort of 44 registered teacher apprentices graduated this spring from Minnesota State University-Mankato. Apprentice teachers earn while they learn—applying their skills in the classroom and coming together in a teacher preparation program. education.mn.gov/MDE/prod099742

Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District registered teacher apprentice graduates during a district celebration.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 21/07/2026

45 districts and charter schools will partner with us this fall to pilot the Minnesota Kindergarten Fall Assessment, an observation-based approach designed to be embedded in everyday classroom experiences, such as communication, problem-solving, and play. content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNM...

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 10/07/2026

This year's Farm to School Institute teams gathered at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum's Farm at the Arb for three-days of learning to kick off their year of professional learning to develop the action plans, skills and tools needed to bring local foods into their cafeterias.

Jayme Anderson presents at the Farm to School Institute as participants watch. The presentation screen reads "Time to Create".

A bee sits on a flower outside in the pollinator garden.

Three Farm to School Institute organizers stand to welcome attendees to the institute. A sign reads Welcome to the Farm to School Institute.

Tashjian Bee Pollinator Discovery Center.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 07/07/2026

Minnesota Braille and Talking Book Library provides library service to Minnesotans with print disabilities including sending patrons almost 200,000 audiobooks on cartridges in the past year. Learn more about Minnesota Braille and Talking Book Library at education.mn.gov/btbl.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 26/06/2026

Summer is here! Minnesota offers many opportunities for families to help students keep their minds challenged and their bodies active when school isn't in session. Our Summer Learning page is a collection of resources that you can explore this summer. education.mn.gov/MDE/fam/afte...

Summer Learning. Minnesota Department of Education.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 25/06/2026

Minnesota Braille and Talking Book Library’s braille collection includes hundreds of braille picture books that allow anyone who reads braille to sit down with someone who is sighted and read a picture book together. Learn more about the collection at education.mn.gov/mde/fam/mbtbl/braille/.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 23/06/2026

Looking for a Summer Meals location for your kids? Download the summer food app, Free Meals for Kids provided by Hunger Impact Partners to your phone or device to find a Summer Meals location near you hungerimpactpartners.org/meals-for......!

Free Meals for Kids at schools and other sites app home screen with the "resources" tab selected.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 17/06/2026

1,500 educators from across Minnesota are joining us this week at our Collaborative Minnesota Partnerships to Advance Student Success (COMPASS) Summer Institute!

COMPASS Director Ivy Wheeler and Minnesota Service Cooperatives Assistant Executive Director Kelly Barrick welcome participants to the 2026 COMPASS Summer Institute.

Assistant Commissioner Angela Mansfield welcomes the 1,500 attendees to the 2026 COMPASS Summer Institute.

Attendees listen to a presenter during a breakout session.

Panelists answer questions during a session.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 12/06/2026

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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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 11/06/2026

We are supporting 180 schools and community organizations providing meals and snacks at over 715 meal sites across Minnesota this summer through the @usdagov.bsky.social Summer Food Service Program.  content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNM...

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 10/06/2026

Our 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.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 09/06/2026

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/accounts/MNM...

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 09/06/2026

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/prod099449

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 08/06/2026

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 at education.mn.gov/MDE/dse/stds....

Interested in physical education? Join the Physical Education Standards Committee. Minnesota Department of Education.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 02/06/2026

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/prod099430

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 28/05/2026

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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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 22/05/2026

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/prod099330

Students pick rocks on the newly seeded field.

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.

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

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 20/05/2026

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: www.elevateteaching.us/calforteache...

A teacher speaks with high school students working at their desks.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 18/05/2026

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.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 15/05/2026

High School for Recording Arts students learned about the struggles of homeless youth, career opportunities and preparing for college through service learning by making videos exploring issues important to youth. Read about their efforts and find videos links at education.mn.gov/MDE/prod099314

Screen shot from a video on youth homelessness. It reads: Youth hold the truth. Right now in Minnesota, more young people are facing homelessness than ever before. This isn't just a housing issue—it's a crisis of care, stability, and opportunity. It's time to stop overlooking youth who are slipping through the cracks. Join us—Catalyst for Systems Change and the High School for Recording Arts— to create real, lasting solutions.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 13/05/2026

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, 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.

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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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 13/05/2026

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/prod099290

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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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 12/05/2026

Children develop at different rates and in different ways. All children can enroll in kindergarten if they are 5 on or before Sept. 1. Check with your local district!

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 12/05/2026

Students Sandara Sihavong and Qianyi Li will represent Minnesota at the 2026 National Youth Science Camp (NYSCamp) July 11-Aug. 1 in West Virginia. Sandara is a senior at Blaine High School and Qianyi is a junior at Stillwater Area High School. Learn more: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNM...

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 11/05/2026

Did you know? Students learn best through movement, choice and supportive adult guidance. Our Play-Based Instruction Guide offers reflective questions for educators and school leaders to spur play as a form of instruction at any age. education.mn.gov/MDE/dse/earl...

Teacher observes students playing with blocks in geometric shapes.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 08/05/2026

We’re investing in safety with funding for districts, charter schools, Tribally Controlled Schools, Minnesota State Academies and other Local Education Agencies (LEAs) to install a secure key box to allow law enforcement access buildings in a crisis. education.mn.gov/MDE/DSE/Gran...

Law Enforcement Emergency Device Opportunity. Improve school safety by adding a secure key box for law enforcement to access in an emergency! Minnesota Department of Education.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 06/05/2026

School nurses make an impact by providing day-to-day direct care and by preparing for and responding to medical emergencies. We celebrate you as you lead the way toward a healthier and safer future. How is your school nurse making a difference? #SchoolNurses #SND2026

A stethoscope with the cord in the shape of a heart. Happy School Nurses Day. Minnesota Department of Education.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 05/05/2026

This week is Public Service Recognition Week. Minnesota public servants make a difference in the lives of their friends, family and neighbors in Minnesota every day.

May 3-9, 2026. Public Service Recognition Week. Public service makes a difference for our friends, family, and neighbors.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 05/05/2026

Congratulations David Davis, the 2026 Education Minnesota Teacher of the Year! A music teacher with St. Louis Park Public Schools, David is raising the bar for educational excellence by centering student voice and creativity.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 05/05/2026

Shout out to our amazing Minnesota teachers! Thank you fore everything you do inspire your students and engage them in learning. #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher

To all of our teachers across Minnesota, thank you! Teacher Appreciation Week 2026. Minnesota Department of Education.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 01/05/2026

Principals work to guide, support and inspire students, teachers and school staff every day. Happy School Principals' Day to principals across Minnesota! Thank you for your hard work and dedication to giving students a high quality education! #SchoolPrincipalsDay

Celebrating School Principals Day. Minnesota Department of Education.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 28/04/2026

Library Media Specialist Lynnea West and Media Assistant Ann Zimprich run the library at Normandale Elementary French Immersion School in Edina Public Schools. Lynnea and Ann collaborate on projects and tasks, sharing the belief that libraries are the heart of a school. #MNSchoolLibraries

Library Media Specialist Lynnea West and Media Assistant Ann Zimprich stand together wearing blue shirts that read America Needs Librarians holding book themed canvas bags.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 27/04/2026

Minnesota teachers are shining on the national stage! 🎉 👏 Congratulations to Stephen Chapin and Carla Christiansen for being named 2026 SHAPE America National Teachers of the Year! Your impact on students and school communities is inspiring. www.shapeamerica.org/recognition/...

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 27/04/2026

Educators did you know that schools can set up an institution account with Minnesota Braille and Talking Book Library to check out materials on behalf of students with a print disability? To learn more, find the institutions application at education.mn.gov/MDE/fam/mbtbl/.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 24/04/2026

Minnesota libraries are lifelines for small communities across the state. 47% of Minnesota libraries are located in communities of 5,000 or fewer residents where they provide access to the internet, career information and opportunities to explore history and culture. #NationalLibraryWeek

Library Week in Minnesota. 47% of Minnesota libraries are very small, serving less than 5,000 people. Minnesota Department of Education.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 24/04/2026

Meet a school librarian! West St. Paul and Mendota Heights middle school librarian Lindsay Villalobos became a librarian after 20 years teaching English. She's melding her creativity, love of literature and teaching experience to create a welcoming environment for students. #MNSchoolLibraries

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 23/04/2026

In its first year of operation, Minnesota’s new digital teacher recruitment platform TeachMN has generated over 4,800 aspiring-educator subscribers, signaling strong interest in the education profession. content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNM...

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 22/04/2026

Congratulations to Providers Choice Inc. on being awarded a 2026 Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grant from the USDA! Providers Choice established edible garden programs at three child care centers with a previous grant and will expand that program to 15-20 additional centers.

Congratulations! Minnesota Department of Education.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 22/04/2026

You keep our office and schools across Minnesota running smoothly.🎉🫶 Shout out to all the education administrative professionals for always giving your all! 🙌 #administrativeprofessionalsday

Big Thank you to the folks who keep everything running! Administrative Professionals Day Minnesota Department of Education

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 21/04/2026

We have awarded Teacher Mentor and Retention Grants to 11 school districts, charter schools, and partner organizations. The investments, totaling $3.4 million, will develop, sustain, and expand programs to increase retention and effectiveness of teachers. content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNM...

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 21/04/2026

State Librarian Tami Lee invites all Minnesotans to find their joy this week by visiting their local library and thanking a librarian! #NationalLibraryWeek

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 20/04/2026

Thank you to everyone who volunteers to make our public schools places where students feel, safe supported and welcomed! 👏 🥰 Parents, guardians, caregivers and communities donate their hours and talents to help make sure students are engaged and succeeding.

A man wearing a volunteer badge holds a clipboard and smiles. Public School Volunteer Week. Minnesota Department of Education.

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Minnesota Department of Education @education.mn.gov · 20/04/2026

It's 10 days until the New American Education Summit! At the summit you'll explore innovative strategies, share practical insights, and strengthen an inclusive, thriving learning environment for every student. Register by April 23 at t.co/X4rSFBbCLf.

New American Education Summit. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. April 30, 2026, Delta Hotel, 1330 Industrial Blvd NE, Minneapolis.
Registration Open. Minnesota Department of Education.

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