Midday

Thursday, February 12, 2009

Enrollment and funding challenges for Minnesota schools
Shifting school age populations and funding shortfalls present Minnesota school administrators with increasing challenges.11:00 a.m.
Guests
Jay Haugen: Superintendent, West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan, district 197.
Lee Warne: executive director, Minnesota Rural Education Association. former high school principal and superintendent.
More from MPR
McLeod West students' tough choice: Where to go next year (02/12/2009)
Rochester schools finalize cuts (02/10/2009)
State budgets being delayed by stimulus debate (02/10/2009)
Resources
Minnesota Rural Education Association website
West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan School District 197
Tributes to Lincoln
Today marks the 200th birthday of Abraham Lincoln, one of the greatest presidents in American history. Ceremonies are being held across the country to honor President Lincoln, including one at the U.S. Capitol featuring remarks from President Obama and other political leaders.12:00 p.m.
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The land after Lincoln (02/12/2009)
Presidential parallels, intentional or not (02/12/2009)