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2007 news stories 
Minnesota teens report living healthier lifestyles
Much of the news is good about Minnesota teens, but alcohol and marijuana use are troublesome.
Teacher salaries lag inflation rate
New NEA rankings show the average salary for Minnesota teachers remains below the national average and has risen only slightly in constant dollars over a 10-year period.
AFT endorses Hillary Clinton for Democratic nomination
The AFT endorsed the New York senator Oct. 3.
Help Minnesota flood victims recover
Here's how you can help members affected by the southeastern Minnesota floods.
State educators explain what AYP designation really means for schools
President Thomas A. Dooher explains the 2007 Adequate Yearly Progress rankings.
Family tragedy leads Extreme Makeover team to Hopkins teachers
The popular television show came to the rescue of a couple who adopted four children after their mother's murder.
Education Minnesota ready to educate, entertain at State Fair
Educators from subject-area groups will share their expertise with the public at Education Minnesota's State Fair booth.
Learn what's ahead for Minnesota schools at annual Education Summit
Featured speakers at annual summit include Arthur Harkins and David Walsh.
Thomas A. Dooher takes office as Education Minnesota president
Thomas A. Dooher officially took office July 1.
Governor's vetoes mean lost opportunities for public schools
The governor's vetoes will have a significant impact on public education.
Minnesota educators will help set education policy at NEA Assembly
145 Minnesota educators will attend the annual NEA meeting.
Statewide health insurance plan goes to governor
Statewide health insurance bill is passed by the 2007 Legislature.
Legislature approves “balanced” pre-K-12 budget
The 2007 Legislature passes a preK-12 budget.
Grand Rapids teacher testifies before U.S. House on NCLB reauthorization
Joan Bibeau, a Grand Rapids kindergarten and early childhood teacher, testified before Congress on NCLB.
NEA testifies before lawmakers instrumental in NCLB reauthorization
NEA President Reg Weaver testified before Congress on the effects of NCLB.
Education Minnesota identifies legislative priorities for '07
Education Minnesota will work on four key issues in the 2007 legislative session.
Minnesota schools rank among the best in Quality Counts report
Education Week's annual Quality Count report ranks Minnesota schools near the top in the nation.
       
       
 
 
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