March 11, 2003 - As part of the series “A Lesson on Learning: Behind No Child Left Behind,” MPR reporter Dan Olson reports on push for higher qualification reqirements for teachers. The reality for schools and teachers is more complicated.
March 12, 2003 - As part of the series “A Lesson on Learning: Behind No Child Left Behind,” MPR reporter Tim Pugmire reports on the debate over effectiveness of added testing for students.
March 13, 2003 - Mainstreet Radio's Dan Gunderson profiles four North Dakota State University students competing in Salt Lake City for a national championship. The NDSU Saxophone Quartet won a six-state competition to reach the national contest and hope to bring home top honors in the National Collegiate Chamber Music Competition.
March 13, 2003 - As part of the series “A Lesson on Learning: Behind No Child Left Behind,” MPR reporter Tim Pugmire reports on how tougher accountibilities are putting more schools at risk of being deemed as “needing improvement.” That leaves administrators and teachers stressed and concerned.
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March 21, 2003 - A Minneapolis psychologist is warning that media coverage of war can have a profound effect on children. David Walsh is president and founder of the National Institute on Media and the Family. He says that during times of crisis parents should keep close watch on their children's emotions.
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March 31, 2003 - MPR’s Tim Pugmire reports that Phalen Lake Elementary, a St. Paul school, is launching new enrichment program that focuses on Hmong language and culture. The school will also offer students the option of a Spanish program.
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April 11, 2003 - Legislation to extend the time limit for sexual abuse victims to sue their abusers is still alive at the Capitol. A bill cleared a key House panel in time for today's (FRIDAY) committee deadline. But the legislation faces several obstacles before it could become law. Minnesota Public Radio's Laura McCallum reports...