Midday

Thursday, June 22, 2006

Closing the graduation gap
A new study shows Minnesota has one of the highest high school graduation rates in the country, but also has one of the lowest rates for black students. What can be done to help more African-Americans finish school?11:06 a.m.
Guests
Eric Mahmoud: Founder of the Seed Academy/Harvest Prep School in Minneapolis.
Michael Favor: Principal of North High School in Minneapolis.
More from MPR
Minnesota's persistent racial gap (05/31/2006)
The Education Achievement Gap: Minnesota's Embarrassment
Resources
Seed Academy/Harvest Prep School
More on the report
John Edwards has "new ideas" to combat poverty
Former U.S. Sen. John Edwards, the 2004 Democratic vice presidential nominee and a possible 2008 presidential candidate, gives what's billed as a "major policy address outlining new ideas in the fight against poverty" at the National Press Club in Washington.12:06 p.m.
Resources
More on Edwards' speech