National School Breakfast Week is March 2-6. How is Minneapolis Public Schools celebrating? Ashley Nitzkorski, a dietitian at Minneapolis Public Schools’ Culinary & Wellness Department, joins Manny Hill to discuss just that. How does eating a nutritious breakfast tie in to brain function and school success for students? Ashley also shares how MPS has been […]
MPS Superintendent Dr. Lisa Sayles Adams checks in with Manny Hill for their monthly conversation. Dr. Sayles-Adams expresses gratitude for the support of students by the MPS community during challenging times. The Superintendent also highlights MPS teachers who are semi-finalists for the Minnesota Teacher of the Year award. Two new student school board representatives are […]
Manny Hill is joined by Alexis Love, who teaches Law & Public Safety for Minneapolis Public Schools’ Career and Technical Education. Alexis discusses the evolution and importance of the Law and Public Safety program within CTE, highlighting the program’s success in preparing students for high-demand, high-wage careers. She also recounts success stories of students pursuing […]
February is of course Black History Month. How does Minneapolis Schools plan to celebrate? Tiki Blackamore, Engagement and Outreach Specialist at MPS, has all the details! Tiki joins Manny Hill to discuss the importance of Black History Month and the events organized by MPS. Key events include an art gallery exhibit at the Davis Center […]
February is National Magnet School Month. Manny Hill talks with Minneapolis Public Schools K-12 Leads Stephanie Davies-Larson and Grace Mobosi-Enwesi as they share more about programs offered for students in MPS’ magnet schools. Those programs include Fine Arts, Global Studies, and STEM/STEAM. All of which are open to all students. Stephanie also reminds parents and […]
Minneapolis Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Lisa Sayles-Adams joins Manny Hill to discuss the district’s efforts to maintain unity and safety amidst challenging times. Dr. Sayles-Adams also highlights the ongoing school transformation engagement meetings, and the availability of online learning options for students until February 12. Dr. Sayles-Adams also congratulates Principal Mai Chang Vue of Anthony […]
