So proud that our board discussion was so focused on what we need to do to raise the bar on teaching and learning. to support EL, SPED, and ensure small class size.
@educationweek It takes strong leadership to get the buy in by staff. Improvement plans need to touch every staff and be linked to structures already in place and not add net new. Like QCOMP.
The education conference committee will have the next 28 hours to negotiate other education priorities and to appropriate the estimated $148 million remaining funds. Leadership indicated Thursday will be a one-day special session.
@DaveOsmek@RepJerryHertaus please urge your colleagues in senate and house to support your district. At least 2% + 3% E-12, and increase in special ed funding. Not doing so hurts your schools!
@DaveOsmek As our representative of school district 883 that is severely impacted by the special ed cross subsidy, and rising costs of providing an equal education I hope you'll support no reduction in cross subsidy. #Watching Do what's best for your community!
@RepJerryHertaus as a member of the house that passed a proposal reducing special ed cross subsidy and a rep for District 883 who is impacted severely by the cross subsidy I hope you'll urge your colleagues to address this is a way to represents your district properly! #Watching
A study of Houston schools finds that an influx of arts lessons led to reductions in disciplinary infractions, increased writing achievement, and strengthened student compassion. https://t.co/0GtDsKWuDu
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Our students are the future of our state and our world. Investing in them creates a better future for all of us 🌟
Rep. Davnie co-chairs the Education Conference Committee where DFLers are working hard to fund an education system that works better for all MN students. #mnleg
Love this idea! Becoming an educator is a lifelong commitment. Formal athletics end for those lucky enough to earn a signing ceremony after 4 years for the vast majority. #TeacherAppreciationWeek
This morning we held our first “Future Educator Signing Ceremony” to celebrate our 20+ graduates who have committed to entering the exciting world of teaching! “Teachers change the world one child at a time!” #trojanpride#whshereforyou
@paulgazelka What we do need is equitable funding in all schools which means adjusting e-12 ed formula to beat inflation. Then you can look taxpayers in the eye and tell them you helped invest in our MOST precious resource. Our kids. @DeniseSpecht@mnmsba#mnleg