Jazz with Class

Minneapolis Public Schools’ Black Parent Advisory Council (BPAC) is hosting a back-to-school resource fair at Bethune Arts Elementary on Monday, September 18, from 6 – 8 PM. Jazz88’s Manny Hill spoke with MPS Engagement & Outreach Specialist, Tiki Blackamore, about the event, and what families can expect when they attend. Listen here: […]

With the new school year underway, Minneapolis Public Schools Interim Superintendent Rochelle Cox spoke with MPS Voices Executive Producer, Manny Hill, about welcoming the students back and important information regarding Educational Support Professionals around the district. Also, how’s the new Career & Technical Education Center at North High coming together? Take a listen: […]

The Mental Health Department at Minneapolis Public Schools is set to host the next Caregiver Institute, coming up on Monday, March 20 at Olson Middle School. Jazz88’s Manny Hill spoke with MPS Mental Health Support Specialist, Annie Loch, and two students from Olson Middle School about how the Caregiver Institute will focus on helping children […] […]

Jazz88’s Manny Hill is joined by MPS Interim Superintendent Rochelle Cox to discuss the effects of the late February winter storm on MPS, and the technology event during that same week, which presented challenges for the district. Also, Supt. Cox shares info on the upcoming MPS Mental Health Caregiver Institute, and highlights the new “MPS […] […]

There’s just about a month left of enrollment season at Minneapolis Public Schools, and the time to find a school for your child to attend next year is now. Jazz88’s Manny Hill talks with MPS Interim Superintendent, Rochelle Cox, about what parents and guardians need to know during this final month of the enrollment season, […] […]

Pictured above: Charleston, S.C.-based outfit Ranky Tanky performs on Toast of the Nation this weekend. The end of the year is a good time to reflect on highs and lows. Sean McPherson will help us do just that on Friday, Dec. 30th, with a review of the top jazz releases of 2022, as heard on […] […]

Is your child new to Minneapolis Public Schools, or are you looking to enroll your child into a different school within the district next year? Shakur Ali of the MPS Enrollment Department talks with Jazz88’s Manny Hill about everything you need to know to get started, and why February 7th will be an important date […] […]

Looking to help a family this holiday season? Starting the weekend after Thanksgiving, there’s a great opportunity to do so with a really cool event happening at Roosevelt High School in Minneapolis. Jazz88’s Manny Hill spoke with Roosevelt senior, Ivy Mills, about her role in “Operation Holiday Basket,” how the event originated, and how you […] […]

What’s happening in the month of November at Minneapolis Public Schools? Interim Superintendent Rochelle Cox shares all with Jazz88’s Manny Hill, including the launch of a unique observatory at Hall STEM Academy, what the district has planned for Election Day, National American Indian Involvement Week, and much more! […]

Jazz88’s Manny Hill talks with Sara Eugene, Coordinator for Culinary & Wellness Services at Minneapolis Public Schools, about why it’s important for all families of MPS students to apply for Educational Benefits, even if they don’t believe they qualify. Sara explains what these benefits are, and some important dates to have on your calendar. […]

Manny Hill talks with Minneapolis Public Schools Superintendent Ed Graff on Enrollment season getting underway, available programs for students during the upcoming winter break, and the continued efforts to ensure the health and safety of students and staff at MPS.   […]