September 29, 2018
Inflation Outpaces State Aid for Minnesota Schools
Both rural and metro school districts in Minnesota have lost buying power with state aid…
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September 28, 2018
Small Town and Regional Vitality Investment Act Introduced
Congressman Tim Walz introduced the Small Town and Regional Vitality Investment Act to provide federal funding to…
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September 23, 2018
Nov. 6 Marks Key Date for 45 School Districts in Minnesota
The Nov. 6 election will be a key for 45 rural school districts in Minnesota.…
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September 12, 2018
School Funding Trends for 2018-19
Minnesota schools face a decline in state funding while seeking to meet the growing needs…
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August 3, 2018
Your Voice in the Primary Election & Beyond
Minnesota’s election season is well underway and the Aug. 14 primary election is just over…
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June 16, 2018
Minnesota Map Released on School Operating Referendum Revenue
MREA released a map today showing the statewide dependence of school districts on Local Optional…
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June 16, 2018
Federal School Safety Funds Reserved for Rural Schools
To assist schools with mental health training and threat assessment and reporting, the Federal STOP School Violence…
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June 15, 2018
Minnesota Map Shows Wider Funding Gap Between Schools
MREA released a map today showing the increasing rural-metro disparity in local Referendum Market Value…
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May 21, 2018
Legislative Session Ends: Where E-12 Stands
The last night of a legislative session is always a display of organized chaos and…
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May 13, 2018
Minnesota School Finances Face Breaking Point
Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton’s $126 per pupil one-time-funding proposal highlights the fragility of school district…
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May 13, 2018
Legislature Faces Finals Week
As requested by Gov. Mark Dayton, GOP majorities have consolidated their position on tax conformity,…
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May 13, 2018
MREA Partners with CGMC On Constitutional Amendment Advocacy
MREA has partnered with the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities to raise awareness about the…
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