For the first time ever, there are two Student Representatives on the Minneapolis Board of Education. Manny Hill talks with one of them; Jake Wesson, a sophomore at Washburn High School. Jake shares how he was selected to the board, and what he believes is the most important first order of business on the board...Read More
We are excited to highlight the incredible (and very challenging) work of our colleagues at Minneapolis Public Schools! Mackenzie Brill teaches with Lake Nokomis Community Schools at the Keewaydin Campus in the Autism Education Program. Here she is below with Reed from The Morning Show. Hear fellow teacher Dr. Jake Knaus talk about what makes...Read More
https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220210105734-AACECASKTIRONEDITA.mp3 Jan Zita Grover, who teaches with MPS Community Ed, dives into everything you need to know about the benefits of cooking with cast iron, what to look for when picking out a new (or new to you) piece, the key ingredient to creating a non stick surface, and details on cleaning and maintaining. ...Read More
The students of Minneapolis Public Schools returned to in-person learning across the district this week after a two-week shift to online learning. Manny Hill caught up with MPS Superintendent Ed Graff, and asked him about the students’ return. The Superintendent explains why the shift to online learning was necessary. Also, what does MPS have in...Read More
As enrollment season winds down at Minneapolis Public Schools, there are still a few questions that families may have as the deadline for requesting schools for next year nears. Manny Hill talks with MPS Student Enrollment & Retention Specialist Shakur Ali for answers on some of these questions. What is a lottery as it relates...Read More
We’re close to the home stretch of enrollment season at Minneapolis Public Schools, as the February 7th deadline for families to submit school requests for next fall is near. Manny Hill is joined by Erik Hensel and Megan Trenda who manage Magnet School Programs at Minneapolis Public Schools. Erik discusses Arts & STEM programs available,...Read More
https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220118104617-TMSAAFEJan18_04512_011922.mp3 We spoke to Fitness and Mindset Coach Logan U’u about starting a fitness routine and tips for sticking with your goals. Coach U’u is leading a 3 Day course with Minneapolis Public Schools Adult Enrichment focusing on Mindset, Movement and Metabolism. It starts Monday January 24, and you do not need to live...Read More
Manny Hill talks with Mageen Caines of the Minneapolis Health Department about the importance of students and their families being tested for Covid-19 with the emergence of the Omicron variant as the students return to school following the winter break. More Posts for Shows: School News, The Morning ShowRead More
https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20211210103701-TMSShamariaTrip_04516_122121.mp3 Shamaria Jordan, founder of Black Girl Advocate and part of Minneapolis Public Schools Office of Black Student Achievement highlights the importance of creating space and support for Black girls in our community and how you can help fund their January 2022 trip to Nashville. Find her apparel online at blkgirladvocate.com to support this...Read More
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. More Posts for Shows: Jazz with Class, School News, The Morning ShowRead More
