As Minnesotans consider candidates for state office this fall, it’s important that all candidates understand how deep discipline disparities impact students of color and American Indian students, and that they are prepared as elected officials to make changes that support these students for success in our classrooms, and in the future.
Our Voices
News, insight, commentary, and calls to action from MnEEP staff and community
Report: How continued exclusionary practices in Minnesota schools negatively impact students of color and American Indian students
In Minnesota, education isn’t just a resource, it’s a right for our young students, protected…
“Listen to us”: Heeding the call of young people
So how are the children? You may have heard this phrase, from the Masai people,…
Why Minnesota students need the Minnesota Department of Human Rights
The Minnesota Department of Human Rights (MDHR) is facing serious funding cuts by the Republican…
Government Accountability Office: Black boys and disabled students disproportionately disciplined
In advance of MnEEP’s own state level report, a new report released by the non-partisan federal watchdog…
Solutions Not Suspensions
Understanding—and getting rid of—Minnesota’s discipline disparities
Recently, there have been a number responses from the op-ed “Undisciplined,” published in the Star…
Stand with students to end discipline disparities
Recently, an analysis by the Minnesota Department of Human Rights revealed a troubling trend: Minnesota…
Take Action
Young people are the real difference in justice causes
We’ve been seeing student advocates all over the news the last few days after the…