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		Volume 6 September 2009 Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan looks at Achievement Gap Through Equity Lens Survey shows impact of reduced education funding August 2009 West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan Schools form Blue Ribbon Panel Study confirms regional cost differences June 2009 Orono earns international award for pillar program A closer look at education spending in Minnesota May 2009 Fridley schools join the IB community to focus on "sharing our humanity" Metro schools face major budget challenge April 2009 Hybrid courses that teach tech savvy skills gaining popularity The testing debate: Measuring graduation readiness March 2009 History repeats itself in school budget anguish: Anoka Hennepin faces difficult choices Reports raise questions about state spending and revenue February 2009 Columbia Heights to develop arts curriculum Governor's budget proposal will impact district funding January 2009 Our Collective Future: Eden Prairie Schools faces change AMSD Platform Reflects Changing Student Demographics December 2008 Digital Imaging Program to create successful partnerships between students and local businesses Report raises questions about charter schools November 2008 Minneapolis residents to vote on Strong Schools/City referendum Many factors contribute to stormy weather for education October 2008 Elk River School District builds levy campaign around number: "115" represents dollars, volunteers and volunteer hours necessary for success A tale of two states: Adequacy study in Pennsylvania results in new funding formula; Minnesota's adequacy study recommendations in need of action Volume 5 September 2008 Opportunities await gifted students at Inver Grove Heights Community Schools Proper funding and student achievement go hand-in-hand August 2008 District enhances safety: St. Louis Park Schools takes part in safety exercise to prepare for violence in schools How does Minnesota rank in education spending? It depends June 2008 South St. Paul Schools to become nation’s first IB authorized K-12 district Supplemental funding secured despite state budget shortfall May 2008 Mahtomedi Engineering Leadership Program inspires student discovery Investments needed in science, math and technology resources April 2008 Richfield education center set to open Summer 2008 Minnesota's changing demographics affect districts March 2008 Alternative Compensation Program benefits students: Wayzata provides teacher support, tools When educational expectations and costs compete: Can quality instruction and funding find a balance in Minnesota? February 2008 EMID's Office of Equity in Integration seeks to increase cross-cultural opportunities in districts Education Funding - What's the Real Story? January 2008 Robbinsdale Area Schools Legislative Action Coalition builds partnerships between residents and legislators Graduate student examines the use of geographic cost indices in state education funding formulas December 2007 St. Paul superintendent challenges community to judge the school district Health insurance costs continue to challege budgets November 2007 District 112: Creating the future on its own terms Phi Delta Kappa/Gallup poll results released October 2007 Edina Public Schools reaches out to Somalis School facilities needs estimated at $4.6 billion Volume 4 September 2007 Nicollet Junior High program prepares students of color for rigorous high school courses Education cost studies bolster case for LEI proposal August 2007 Hopkins Schools part of effort to offer summer programs for students Summer break contributes to achievement gap June 2007 District 622 students open a restaurant as a classroom project Omnibus education funding bill summarized May 2007 Spring Lake Park to help with Systemic High School Redesign Significant funding issues summarized April 2007 Shakopee Public Schools teachers brush up on technology integration Review of MN House and Senate funding proposals and Governor's recommendations March 2007 Richfield Public Schools to offer Dual Language Immersion Program All-day kindergarten students reap ongoing benefits February 2007 Fifth graders learn Chinese Governor's proposal falls short of projected inflation January 2007 Bridging the Gap program turns students into teachers Excitement about state surplus is misguided December 2006 NSBA to visit Minnetonka schools for a lesson on technology integration Adequacy study offers new funding formula for education in Minnesota November 2006 Mounds View School District creates guide for taxpayers Citizens must do their homework this campaign season October 2006 Brooklyn Center Schools Focused on Stable Future Phi Kappa/Gallup Poll Reveals America's Positive Attitudes About Education September 2006 District 197 Students Head "Into The Woods" Public School Students Equal To and Outperforming Counterparts August 2006 Big Island Teaches Students About The "Big Picture" Auditor's Report Identifies School Budget Challenges June 2006 Exciting Changes Underway in Fridley Public Schools Technology Reports Indicate Significant Policy Work Needed Retiring Superintendents Will Be Missed May 2006 Inver Grove Heights Community Schools: Have you looked at us lately? Amendments Would Dedicate General Fund Revenue Volume 3 September 2006 District 197 Students Head "Into The Woods Public School Students Equal To and Outperforming Counterparts August 2006 Big Island Teaches Students About The "Big Picture" Auditor's Report Identifies School Budget Challenges June 2006 Exciting Changes Underway in Fridley Public Schools Technology Reports Indicate Significant Policy Work Needed Retiring Superintendents Will Be Missed May 2006 Inver Grove Heights Community Schools: Have you looked at us lately? Amendments Would Dedicate General Fund Revenue April 2006 St. Anthony-New Brighton Plans for a Bright Future Increasing Fees Result of Inadequate Funding March 2006 Minneapolis Students Honored with Beat the Odds Scholarships New Study Confirms Vouchers are Misguided February 2006 Constructing Energy Effecient Schools is a Top Priority for Elk River Area Schools Warmer Winter Doesn't Necessarily Equal Savings AMSD Hires New Research Director January 2006 Advocacy Workshop a Success! 2006 Platform Focuses on Making Schools a Top Priority December 2005 Minnesota Educators Learn From, Share Ideas With Chinese Study Finds Minnesota Schools Under-Funded by Nearly $1 Billion November 2005 Comprehensive Program Review Underway in Mahtomedi Schools Study Reveals Charter Funding Outpaces Regular Public School Funding in Minnesota Q Comp Roundtable October 2005 Bren Road Education Center: New Building, New School Year, Fresh Start, a Bright Future... Gallup Poll Reveals Support for Public Schools, Concern About Under Funding AMSD Friend of Public Education Award Recipients – Senator Linda Scheid and Representative Doug Meslow Volume 2 September 2005 South St. Paul Leads in K-12 IB and Full-Day Kindergarten Overview of Education Week "Technology Counts 2005" Report August 2005 Governor Discussed Education Bill in AMSD Districts Overview of the 2005 E-12 Education Bill: A Step in the Right Direction July 2005 State Auditor's Report Reinforces AMSD Position on Variety of Issues June 2005 St. Paul Refugee Students Making Excellent Progress School Operating Referendum: No Longer Just For "Extras" May 2005 Orono Middle School Implements Olweus Bullying Prevention Program Alliance For Student Achievement Urges "No" Vote on Omnibus Bill April 2005 "Employees--You Heard it First!" West St. Paul Communication Plan Focuses on the Internal Market Recognizing Regional Operating Cost Differences March 2005 Robbinsdale Area Schools Reorganization Plan Minnesota is Already a Leader in School Choice February 2005 NWSISD Using Magnet Schools to Accomplish Goals Tax Effort Higher in Metro Area School Districts January 2005 East Metro Integration District Addresses Inequities No Longer Above Average: Minnesota's Education Spending Falls Below National Average December 2004 Wayzata Public School District Seeks Common Ground Learning English as a Second Language Takes Time November 2004 WMEP Schools Receive National Recognition The $604 Million Question: How to Increase Tax Compliance? October 2004 Having a COW in School Minnesota Ranks 46th in Per-Pupil Spending Growth Volume 1 September 2004 Spring Lake Park Students and Staff Committed to Helping Others Basic Education Funding Formula Continues to Lose Pace to Inflation August 2004 Edina Education Fund: Edina Community Works Together to Support Learning Investing in Public Education is Good for the Economy July 2004 Building Advocacy From the Ground Up Workshop a Success June 2004 Chaska High Science Bowl Team: "King of the Hill" in National Championship Inadequate State Funding for Public Education Taking its Toll May 2004 Shakopee Schools Use Technology to Measure and Improve Student Achievement Hopkins Business Group Joins Grassroots Legislative Efforts: Calls for funding, Local Control, No Unfunded Mandates April 2004 Bringing Programs Back to District 622 Good for Kids and Saves Money Reduced Funding Must be Reinstated this Session March 2004 Bloomington and Richfield Merge Community Education Programs to Offer More Options at Less Cost Taking a Closer Look at Cost Differences February 2004 Fundraiser Provides Funding for Fridley's Fine Arts Programs AMSD Study Shows Higher Costs Facing Metro School Districts January 2004 ISD 199's Atheneum Gifted Magnet School is Making the Grade AMSD Districts Face Over $61 Million Shortfall Without Legislative Action December 2003 Hopkins Combines Good Nutrition, Student Learning and New Revenue Potential Local Voters Support AMSD Districts...Adequate State Funding Still Needed to Meet Students' Needs November 2003 At Mounds View School Everyone Learns with Creative Teaching Price of Government Declining at State and Local Levels October 2003 Free All Day Kindergarten Now Offered in District 191 School District Revenues Not Keeping Pace with Inflation