This week brings a pause from all of the hustle and bustle of activities at the Capitol to observe the Passover/Easter holidays.  When the Legislators return, they will have 19 days to complete Session work.  Much has been accomplished, but there is more to do.   

As we continue to work towards achieving our  Platform goals, please reach out to your Representatives and Senator and urge them to:

• Adopt at least the House spending target, the money leaders have allocated to spend, for E-12 Education of $75 million .  Conversely, the Senate's target is $41 million.  Big difference.  
• Increase the basic funding formula allowance by 1 percent.
• Increase investments in school-based early learning programs. School Readiness focuses on children 3 years to Kindergarten enrollment, providing needed skills and behaviors needed in Kindergarten. Some of the most at risk children and families benefit from School Readiness.  Early Learning and Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) help families prepare and support learning. 

 MinnPOST's article, Usual education allies could be put at odds as House, Senate prepare to reconcile priorities , by Beth Hawkins offers great insight on what is happening right now at the Capitol.  Another great way to follow what is happening at the Capitol is to check the calendar.  If there is a bill you are interested in following, I am happy to join you at the Capitol or you can watch many of the hearings/sessions on your computer or tablet.  The Minnesota Multimedia page provides links to live and archived videos.  

 

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Upcoming Events

 

 

presented by Parents United for Public Schools

Monday, April 28th 9:00 am - 12:30 pm

TIES Event Center

1640 Larpenteur Ave. W., St. Paul, 55108

651-999-7391

This is always a very fun, informative event.  Mary Cecconi will talk about and lead a discussion in what has occurred in education during the last ten years.  You have heard about funding, teacher evaluations, World's Best Workforce, anti-bullying - lots of things to talk about.  

 

 

 

House Committees 

 

Senate Committees