Parents rallied with teachers before a closed-door Robbinsdale School Board meeting on Monday night. The district is currently proposing no pay raises for this year and about 1% next year, with no additional benefits.
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In Mankato, a 37% increase in health insurance over two years means putting off or even forgoing needed care.
Tell your legislators to support the Educator Group Insurance Program -- a statewide health insurance pool for all school staff: https://edmn.me/3R1sf1d #mnleg #edmnvotes
With school choice programs ascendant not just in Iowa but across the U.S., Cedar Rapids offers a preview of who wins and who loses when education meets the free market.
New video game engages Ojibwe language learners beyond the classroom https://edmn.me/4ciBuWq
Skyrocketing health insurance costs for educators are the driving force behind budget cuts in Duluth and other districts across Minnesota. We need a statewide solution.
Email your legislators and tell them to support the Educator Group Insurance Program! https://edmn.me/3R1sf1d #mnleg #edmnvotes
In Detroit Lakes, a 33% increase in health insurance means hard choices for educators.
No one should have to choose between paying the bills and providing life-saving care for their children. Tell your legislators to support the Educator Group Insurance Program: https://edmn.me/3R1sf1d #mnleg
Vouchers are ineffective, unaccountable and siphon funding away from the schools more than 90% of students attend. We don't need them in Minnesota -- or anywhere.
Read President Monica Byron's op-ed in today's Star Tribune on keeping public money in public schools: https://edmn.me/4tDCqKw #mnleg
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Two Lakeville students launched their own home-repair service -- focusing on small jobs larger contractors often turn down. In June, they will graduate from high school AND tech school 🤯 Way to go, Ollie and Telden! https://edmn.me/4tz44sc
Sibley East teacher Kevin Elton's health insurance is going up 35% -- costing his family $6,000 more per year.
"My colleagues are already avoiding or delaying preventative care due to medical costs. Now, our staff will be forced to make additional sacrifices." We need a statewide solution! #mnleg
Soaring insurance costs are wiping out pay increases and driving some educators out of the profession.
"Devon and I love this work. We believe in it. But we cannot rationally defend staying in public education if it means accepting financial conditions that put our own family at risk." #mnleg
Educators are Minnesota’s most valuable resource. It’s time we start treating them that way.
Our educator pay bill being heard today establishes a $60K minimum teacher salary, a $25/hour minimum wage for hourly school workers and raises pay for all other educators. One job should be enough. #mnleg
Lawyers for two Minnesota school districts and the state’s largest teachers union argued that the Department of Homeland Security broke the law when it revoked a policy limiting ICE enforcement near schools.
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Federal court heard arguments Wednesday as Minnesota school districts and educators seek a judge’s order to limit immigration enforcement near schools, saying recent ICE activity has disrupted student safety and attendance.
Trump Again Proposes Major Education Cuts in New Budget Proposal: The Trump administration again wants lawmakers to consider drastic spending cuts and program eliminations.
Our public schools reflect the current inequities in our economy.
Columbia Heights teacher Kristen Sinicariello testifies in support of bills to level to level the playing field for all students by making big corporations and the wealthiest households pay what they truly owe in taxes. #mnleg
Ogilvie educators are putting off retirement and even going without insurance because of soaring health care costs. "I can't afford everything."
TAKE ACTION! Tell your legislators to support the statewide Educator Group Insurance Program: https://edmn.me/3R1sf1d #mnleg #edmnvotes
Twin Cities school districts are ending the short-term virtual learning options many opened for students during the surge of federal agents in Minnesota.
Districts say many children are returning with trauma and an ongoing need for support. Others have simply dropped out.
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In Mahtomedi, @educationmn.bsky.social member Derek Huseby is building connections with students through daily questions and lunchtime polls, creating a welcoming environment where every student feels seen. #PublicSchoolProud
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Minnesota's graduation rate hit an all-time high last year!
Congratulations to the Class of 2025 and the educators who helped guide them there. Full statement: https://edmn.me/41dSSoL
JUST IN: 11 selected as finalists for 2026 Minnesota Teacher of the Year edmn.me/4caNDeN #mntoy
From free school meals to expanded mental health resources to long-term funding increases in our schools, we’ve put our students first in everything we do at the Capitol.
Today we’re celebrating Minnesota’s highest high school graduation rate on record.
Good news in Minnesota today - our graduation rates just reached another record high!
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Three stylized figures, with one highlighted, are depicted above the text: "One in three teachers work more than one job." The logo of the National Education Association is at the top. The source mentioned is the Walton Family Foundation-Gallup Teaching for Tomorrow Study.
One job should be enough. Yet, 1 in 3 teachers has held a second job in the past year, according to a new study by @Gallup. Have you had to work an additional job while teaching?
Welcome to the 14 newest members of our union -- the staff of the Fergus Falls Special Education Cooperative 👏 👏👏 #unionproud #unionstrong
The best way to celebrate #ParaprofessionalAppreciationDay? Pay them a living wage.
These professionals are the glue who hold our schools together. They deserve professional pay for professional work. #mnleg #rESPect
Happy Transgender Day of Visibility!
Public schools are for everyone. As a union, we're proud to celebrate and stand with our transgender students and colleagues today and every day. 💙🩷🤍
In Minnesota, we stand tall with our neighbors in the face of hatred.
