As winter break approaches for Minneapolis Public Schools, there are important dates to keep in mind and programs coming up. Jazz88’s Manny Hill spoke with MPS Interim Superintendent, Rochelle Cox, on enrollment season, a change to the winter break schedule, and how students can recover credits for classes over the break. More Posts for Shows:...Read More

The first urban public elementary school observatory resides at Hall STEM Academy in Minneapolis! The observatory launched in mid-November, and it’s brought plenty of excitement to the MPS community. Jazz88’s Manny Hill spoke with Hall STEM Coordinator, Joel Halvorson, about how the idea of the observatory came about, what it all contains, and the next...Read More

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...Read More

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...Read More

Early childhood screening is underway this month at Minneapolis Public Schools. Jazz88’s Manny Hill spoke with Wanda Felder, Facilitator for the MPS Early Childhood Education Program, about why now is the time for MPS families to sign their child up for screening. More Posts for Show: School NewsRead More

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! More Posts for Shows: Jazz with Class,...Read More

Can a diverse teaching workforce improve student achievement in diverse schools? Metropolitan State University hopes to train a new generation of educators with their Urban Teacher program. Metro State’s Victor Cole spoke with Miss Margaret on The Morning Show Wednesday, October 26th.  Hear their conversation with the player below. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20221027143751-VictorCole_10_26.mp3 Originally aired Wednesday, October 26...Read More

Jazz88’s Manny Hill talks with Minneapolis Public Schools Board of Education Chair, Kim Ellison, about the latest in the search for the district’s permanent Superintendent and how the Minneapolis community will be involved. More Posts for Show: School NewsRead More

What’s happening at Minneapolis Public Schools in the month of October? Plenty! Jazz88’s Manny Hill talks with MPS Interim Superintendent, Rochelle Cox, about Latino Heritage Month, and Indigenous People’s Day, and how the district will be celebrating and honoring both. Also, what’s the latest on parent/teacher conferences, and the search for a permanent Superintendent?  ...Read 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. More...Read More