U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced the extension of three nationwide waivers this week, giving child nutrition program operators the flexibility to continue to feed children during the COVID-19
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With school buildings closed, children’s mental health is suffering
From Minnesota Public Radio | View article Most U.S. states have canceled in-person classes for the rest of the academic year. This week in Senate testimony, Dr. Anthony Fauci, the
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Minnesota parents, educators stress need to maintain personal connection with students while online learning
From the Star Tribune | View article A Star Tribune survey of parents shows that the more frequent the live video sessions between staff and students, the greater their satisfaction
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Minnesota high schools reimagine graduation ceremonies to honor students during pandemic
From the Star Tribune: State health and education officials are developing graduation guidelines that will be released in the coming weeks, a spokeswoman said.
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Minnesota Education Commissioner Mary Cathryn Ricker Talks With Esme Murphy
From WCCO: On Sunday, Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Education Mary Cathryn Ricker spoke with Esme Murphy about navigating distance learning.