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When the federal government ended its 43-year Blue Ribbon Schools program, Minnesota refused to let eight exceptional schools go unrecognized. The state created its own awards to celebrate schools excelling in student achievement and closing gaps between student groups.
Pike Lake Elementary and seven other Minnesota schools are being celebrated for exceptional student achievement after a federal recognition program ended. The state stepped up to honor schools that were making education excellence a reality for all students.
Minnesota just achieved its highest high school graduation rate ever at 84.9%, with especially strong gains among American Indian students. The milestone reflects years of investment in student support, from universal school meals to expanded mental health resources.
Rural Minnesota school districts are leading a clean energy revolution with electric buses that cost less to run and keep kids healthier. What started with one district in 2017 has grown to 148 buses serving students across the state.
A small-town Minnesota team just made history by dominating the state championship after nail-biting wins all week. Hills-Beaver Creek crushed their opponent 64-33 to capture their first basketball title in school history.
The University of Minnesota system is sending more Olympic hockey players than any other NCAA school, with 21 athletes representing seven countries in Italy. Between both campuses, Golden Gophers and Bulldogs will compete for medals starting this week.
Waseca Public Schools is reporting strong academic progress halfway through the year while expanding career training programs for students and adults. The district is also bucking national trends by keeping teachers happy and staying.
High school dance teams from across Minnesota brought their A-game to the state championships, with fans and coaches creating an electric atmosphere of support. West central Minnesota teams competed in both jazz and high kick divisions, proving small towns have big spirit.
Carter Young just made Minnesota high school wrestling history with 510 career takedowns and 190 wins. The Pierz senior is chasing one more milestone: becoming just the third wrestler in his school's history to reach 200 victories.
Four Minnesota high school softball teams made history Friday, with two schools hoisting their first-ever state championships. The victories capped a season of unforgettable moments for players, coaches, and communities across the state.
Oscar Hoglund rewrote his high school's diving record books this season and proved he belongs among Minnesota's best. The Delano/Watertown-Mayer junior capped his historic year with an 11th place finish at the state meet.
Plainfield High School and Plainfield Academy for the Arts just earned a global honor held by only 1,100 schools worldwide. Students are now using technology to create podcasts, compose music, and solve real-world problems in ways that prepare them for tomorrow's challenges.
Thirteen high school teams packed TCO Stadium for Minnesota's flag football championship, showing exactly why the sport deserves official recognition. With 104 schools fielding teams and the Olympics adding flag football in 2028, momentum is building fast.
A Minnesota high school robotics team just shattered a state record that stood for over two decades, scoring 672 points in a single match. Their robot placed them in the top 1% worldwide after launching 346 balls in under two minutes.
A California middle school has been officially recognized as one of the state's top educational institutions for 2026. Castaic Middle School earned the prestigious California Distinguished School award for its exceptional student achievement and campus-wide excellence.
Westerfield College just became the first fully African-owned school to open a campus in the United Kingdom. Back home in Lagos, the governor announced 36 new schools coming soon to expand educational access for every child.
Young athletes from Hi-Line High School broke three school records at a single track meet Tuesday, with performances that rewrote their school's record books. The breakthrough day showcased years of training paying off for the small-school competitors.
More than 407,000 Florida students are thriving in charter schools that just earned some of the state's highest academic marks. The latest results show charter schools outpacing traditional public schools, with 61% earning an "A" grade compared to 48% statewide.
Three schools in California's Tahoe Truckee Unified School District just earned the state's highest honors for academic excellence and innovative student support. One school's wolf documentary even scored an invitation to an international film festival.
A high school track star shattered two school records at a single meet, proving that small schools can produce extraordinary talent. Lexie Dinkel's performance earned her athlete of the week honors and inspired her entire community.
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