School districts in MN have problems too, and have occasionally tried things that didn't work:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Profile_of_Learning
But the state and local districts have been making worthy efforts to stay ahead of the educational challenges they face, for the 34 years I've lived in the state.
As a parent, I can confirm that open enrollment is hugely important.
And let's not forget MECC :)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MECC
School districts in MN have problems too, and have occasionally tried things that didn't work:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Profile_of_Learning
But the state and local districts have been making worthy efforts to stay ahead of the educational challenges they face, for the 34 years I've lived in the state.
As a parent, I can confirm that open enrollment is hugely important.
And let's not forget MECC :)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MECC