Friday, May 6, 2011
Minnesota Public Radio Stories
Minnesota Teacher of the Year shares ideas about education
The 2011 Minnesota Teacher of the Year is Katy Smith, an early childhood/family education teacher at Goodview School in the Winona school district. How can we improve child development and preparation for the school years?11:00 a.m.GuestsKaty Smith: Early Childhood/Family Education teacher at Goodview School, Winona school district. Taught in the Winona school district since 1993.More from MPRWinona educator named Teacher of the Year (05/01/2011)School ratings get a hearing in St. Paul (04/27/2011)Resources
The Pillsburys of Minnesota
Author Lori Sturdevant tells us about one of Minnesota's most prominent families, and its impact on Minnesota history. The Pillsburys were involved in everything from flour milling and business to founding and financing Minnesota institutions of higher education, social services, health care, the arts and parks. Many had careers in elected public service, including a Minnesota Governor.12:00 p.m.GuestsLori Sturdevant: Author, with George S. Pillsbury, of "The Pillsburys of Minnesota." Editorial writer, columnist and reporter for the Star Tribune for more than 30 years. Also editor or collaborator on six previous books, including "A Man's Reach: The Autobiography of Elmer L. Andersen" and other books about prominent Minnesotans including civil rights leader W. Harry Davis and feminist leader and diplomat Arvonne Fraser.More from MPRFormer Gov. Elmer Andersen passes on (11/16/2004)Elmer L. Andersen dead at 95 (11/16/2004)Resources
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