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Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025
Star Tribune
Annunciation shooting followed by other school threats, worries about ‘copycat’ incidents
In the three weeks since the shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis, several other churches and schools across Minnesota have reported threats of violence.
MPR News
More Minnesota school districts asking voters for funding this fall
Last year, 36 Minnesota districts asked voters to approve funding for school facilities and technology. This year that number leapt to 55 districts.
Rochester Post-Bulletin
Byron Public Schools, teachers union are holding off on discussing contract until after the referendum
For the small community just west of Rochester, the outcome of the upcoming referendum will be a milestone in a drama that has played out over the last two years. That time span has included the turnover of multiple finance directors, the resignation of Superintendent Mike Neubeck, and the cutting of more than $3 million from the district’s budget.
WCCO
More Minnesota schools embracing “Say Something” anonymous reporting system
School leaders implemented the program three years ago. It’s offered by Sandy Hook Promise at no cost to districts.
Education Minnesota press releases
Education Minnesota welcomes Walz reelection announcement
Truancy improves and test scores hold steady in new schools data
2026 Teacher of the Year nominations open
Education Minnesota condemns Annunciation Catholic School shooting
Education Minnesota condemns Trump administration’s unlawful withholding of $6.8 billion in critical school funding
