Learning Matters: Paraprofessionals, survey & broadband

Minnesota Department of Education

LEARNING MATTERS

January 27, 2017

Agency News

Celebrate Paraprofessionals Recognition Week

Voluntary pre-K

 Over 20,000 paraprofessionals work with students every day across Minnesota. 

 

Comm. Cassellius began career in education as a paraprofessional

I began my career in education as a paraprofessional at Harrison Secondary School in Minneapolis as a Child Development Technician (CDT). Read how it helped shape my views on education and suggested ways to honor paraprofessionals across Minnesota. 


Governor Dayton proposes education budget focused on expanding opportunities

Governor Dayton released his proposed budget this week and it includes a strong focus on expanding opportunities for all students in Minnesota. Read what's included in his plan and how it will help Minnesota's students and schools. 


By the Numbers

12 Districts Expanding Broadband 

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Twelve school districts across Minnesota receive grant funding to expand wireless internet access. Grants will allow districts to help students access the internet at home and on long bus rides

Education in the News

A preview of Minnesota's approach to ensuring equitable student access to quality teachers 

The educator quality committee for the Every Student Succeeds Act recently met for the last time to discuss how to determine a quality teacher in Minnesota. Read about their discussions and findings in Minnpost. 


Teachers, parents, governor come together to combat bullying

More than 300 students, educators and stakeholders came together this week at the Safe and Supportive Schools Conference to learn how to improve school climate. Read about the conference and Governor Dayton's remarks in KSTP. 


Dayton proposal includes $371 million for Minnesota schools

Governor Dayton's proposed budget includes increased funding on the per pupil formula, expanding access to voluntary pre-K and increased funding for special education. Read more from Forum News. 


Recent BloggED posts

Minnesota's Top 5 moments for education in 2016

Top 5 Tweets Countdown

As 2016 comes to close, we’re taking a look back at the great changes made to education in Minnesota over the last year. Countless teachers, students, parents, administrators, school staff and communities worked tirelessly in 2016 to continue improving education outcomes and opportunities for students in our state, and it’s made a big difference for students. Read the Top 5 Biggest Moments in Education for Minnesota in 2016.


Upcoming Events

Complete online ESSA survey before Jan. 31

We need to hear from YOU about ESSA. Take 10 minutes to fill out our online survey and let us know what you think is important to creating strong schools in Minnesota. Survey is only available until the end of the month.