Our Voices

When is a question not a question: On the issue of “too diverse”

October 21, 2022

University of Minnesota Regent Sviggum’s recent question – and particularly, how he asked it —invites a serious inquiry into the University of Minnesota’s vision and goals for building both a world class and locally relevant institution of higher learning that serves all Minnesotans well.

The Promise of Race Equity for Accelerating Learning (REAL)

October 12, 2022

Culturally Validating Pedagogy (CVP)—rooted in the educational environment, instruction, and content —is a critical component of that change. This is how we equip educators to fulfill their vocation and support students in becoming their full, authentic selves.

What loan “forgiveness” means for former students. And what Minnesota must do next to build on this essential promise of increasing racial equity.

September 26, 2022

As the academic year of 2022-2023 begins, POCI students return in person during an unpredictable…

Multilingualism must be a right and resource in Minnesota’s education system

September 7, 2022

Over the past four years, the MnEEP Emerging Multilingual Learners (EML) Network has engaged in critical activities…

A back to school message: Minnesota schools must commit to addressing racial harm

This school year, Minnesota schools must be proactive in combating racism

August 28, 2022

As Minnesota embarks on a new E-12 learning school year, we at MnEEP wish to reflect on how racism is showing up in our learning communities, particularly these last few years. Our schools and communities must work proactively to address this critical issue with the urgency it deserves.