Center for Social Justice United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities has received a grant of $1,000,000 from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help establish a Leadership Center for Social Justice that …
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12/11/21
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With all Como students back in person this academic year, the Career Pathway Center has been a busy place under the guidance of Ms. Bridgette Kelly. College representatives have been able to host …
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By Eric
Erickson
Social studies teacher
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12/11/21
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Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) is adding two days to its winter break, which will now be two full weeks. “We need to acknowledge the stress and challenges both families and staff are facing …
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12/11/21
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The St. Paul School Board is preparing to vote Nov. 16, 2021, on a plan that would close schools including Galtier and Jackson elementaries and the LEAP Academy High School, and make program changes …
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By JANE McCLURE
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11/12/21
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Three Como AP Government seniors are serving as interns this fall with the League of Women Voters St. Paul (LWVSP). PaNra Lee, Chikamso Chijioke and Lucy Hebble have developed a voter advocacy …
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By Eric
Erickson
Social studies teacher
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11/12/21
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After years of being in three separate buildings, St. Paul City School District is constructing a new facility. The school celebrated with an official groundbreaking at University Ave. and Marion St. …
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11/12/21
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On Friday, Oct. 8, 2021, the Minnesota United Football Club (MNUFC) hosted the first high school matches ever played at Allianz Field – the sixth annual Mayor’s Cup trophy games between …
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By ERIK ERICKSON
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10/17/21
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In the summer of 2020, Christine Vang was selected as the new principal of Central High School – the first Hmong-American ever to fill that position. What ensued was a year like no other, with …
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By MARGIE O’LOUGHLIN
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9/16/21
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When the 2,000+ students of St. Paul Central High School returned on Sept. 8, 2021, dozens of staff members lined the front steps to welcome them back. The freshmen class was brand new to the …
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By MARGIE O’LOUGHLIN
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9/16/21
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Sejong Academy recently moved to a new location off of University Ave. into the historic Iris Park building (1885 University) and is excited to be part of the Midway neighborhood. A ribbon cutting …
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9/16/21
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With a new academic year set to begin in September, Como Park Senior High School Principal Kirk Morris is planning and preparing for what everyone hopes is a more “normal” school …
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By Eric
Erickson
Social studies teacher
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8/12/21
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In order to ensure a full educational experience in the fall 2021 semester, Hamline University will require all students and employees to complete a COVID-19 vaccination series by Aug. 15, 2021. …
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8/12/21
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Superintendent Joe Gothard was expected to introduce a resolution requiring masks for all children ages two and older, staff and visitors at the Committee of the Board meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 10, to …
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8/12/21
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Located in the Midway Area, Midway Peace Park (416 N Griggs St.) is the newest completed component of the city of Saint Paul’s vision to create vibrant outdoor gathering spaces that strengthen …
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7/23/21
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The JROTC Academic Team composed of Jesiah Mason, Sophia Moore, Kimberly Sanchez-Mendez, and team captain Alex Le is heading to Washington, D.C. to compete in the JROTC Leadership & Academic Bowl …
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By Eric
Erickson
Social studies teacher
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7/23/21
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Teachers dedicated to serving students in under-resourced schools often purchase much-needed supplies for children out of their own pocket. Join us in supporting these educators and students by …
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7/21/21
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Augsburg University has become one of the most diverse universities in the nation. In the fall of 2019, 65% of the entering class identified as BIPOC students. It was also the university’s …
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By TESHA M. CHRISTENSEN
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6/9/21
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Como students and their History Day research projects have advanced from St. Paul regional competition, to State History Day, and now to the National History Day Finals. Kai Sackreiter, Soren …
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By Eric
Erickson
Social studies teacher
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5/12/21
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Is it possible for St. Peter Claver Catholic School to conduct successful fundraising campaign in the middle of a pandemic, when many Catholic churches are closed and door-to-door fundraising methods …
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5/12/21
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Hamline University alumna Raie Gessesse ’20 has been awarded a Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans. Chosen from a pool of 2,445 applicants, Gessesse is one of 30 outstanding …
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5/12/21
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