Jazz with Class

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! […]

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?   […] […]

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.   […]