Identified English Learners (EL) continue to be the fastest-growing student group in Minnesota-—speaking more than 250 languages. Yet for many, their language isn’t seen as a right and a resource. Here are some ways candidates across the state can better serve and support the next generation of Minnesotans.
Our Voices
News, insight, commentary, and calls to action from MnEEP staff and community
November elections: What Minnesotans need to know on race equity issues
As Minnesotans make a vitally important decision on who their next governor and lawmakers shall be, MnEEP will produce a series of blogs over the coming weeks to engage readers with key education race equity issues to consider as they make their decisions. We will use the 5 Big Bold Goals as a guide for that reflection.
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…
World’s Best Workforce promise: MnEEP’s equity planning model for new district legislation
“The more people participate in the process of their own education, and the more people…
Join us for the Superintendent Symposium: Friday September 21 & 28
Presented by Minnesota Education Equity Partnership in collaboration with Minnesota State Mankato University and Generation…
Emerging Multilingual Learners
EMLs are in the news, but why isn’t their real story being told?
“The Justice Department has instructed US attorneys offices not to use the term ‘undocumented’ immigrants…
International Restorative Practices Conference: Worldwide leaders convene August 9-11 in St. Paul
MnEEP is proud to co-sponsor the 2018 International Restorative Practices Conference, Aug 9 – 11 at Metro State University in St Paul. Marking the first time the U.S. will host this world-wide gathering, the conference – with its theme of “Restoring Self, Restoring Community, Restoring World—will feature 60 presentations from across the globe. This is an important event, and an indicator of Minnesota’s growing reputation in the international restorative practices community.
Equity Scorecard: How to measure progress in education equity
Across the state, both K-12 schools and higher education institutions are increasingly committing to clear equity goals and policies to address educational disparities and systemic inequality. While these are important improvements, they question is often: How are they measuring progress of these new policies and practices to advance race equity?
Teachers of Color
New website aims to grow and support teachers of color and American Indian teachers in Minnesota
What will it take to transform the narrative about the teaching profession—one of the most…
Our Voices
Video: Why language is a right and a resource in Minnesota classrooms
“Multilingual students are making academic gains in reading and mathematics—at double or triple the rates…
