ST. PAUL, MN (April 15, 2013) – New research shows that there is a strong correlation between the quality, amount, richness, and diversity of educational experience and improved physical and mental health—such as longer life, fewer illnesses, and better personal habits.
Today the Minnesota Department of Education held an Achievement Gap Press Conference at the State Capitol. Commissioner Brenda Cassellius, speaking in support of the Governor’s budget, discussed the investments that are needed to close the achievement gap by identifying best practices that get results, replicating successes, and ensuring teachers have necessary resources. ISAIAH’s lead organizer Phyllis Hill gave a faith perspective on the proposed
The Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) is proposing a four percent ($6.6 million) increase in the school district levy. ISAIAH supports the proposed levy increase.
On Thursday, November 29, 146 parents, teachers and education administrators gathered at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church in Maple Grove to begin a journey for people of faith to repair, reimagine, and redefine Minnesota public schools.
FAITH IN EQUITABLE EDUCATION GATHERING
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29
ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER CATHOLIC CHURCH
7180 HEMLOCK LN N., MAPLE GROVE, MN 55369
6:30pm RECEPTION / 7:00-9:00pm PROGRAM
As people of faith, we have a prophetic call to create and shape the future of our state. As parents, teachers and education administrators we know, more than anyone, that our future begins with equipping our children with the tools and understanding needed to contribute to our society and to participate in our democracy.
