The management plan for 1979-81 of the Minnesota Higher Education Coordinating Board provides an outline of the major functions and programs assigned to the board, a general outline of the role and scope of the board as an agency of the state, a statement of the mission of the board staff, an organizational chart, a board calendar for 1979-81, and…

Discusses joint efforts by Native American tribes and the Minnesota state legislature over the past 20 years to assure that educational services are provided to American Indian students at all levels. Highlights the case of Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College, describing the college's foundation and finances. (MAB)

In April 1984, 26 schools were selected as pilot sites for the Minnesota School Effectiveness Program (MSEP). A leadership team composed of four teachers, the building principal, and a district office representative from each site participated in a week-long training session sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Education. In August 1984,…

Committees discussed six educational program options for 4- and 5-year-old children, in terms of curriculum, staff and licensure, cost and school facilities, coordination with existing resources, public opinion, and school-age day care. The curriculum committee developed a set of goals, outlined a program design, and considered the possible…

This report identifies key policy issues and recommendations to improve educational, social, and cultural experiences for all black learners in Minnesota by the Minnesota Curriculum Task Force on Educating the Black Learner. Recommendations at the state level include the following: (1) establishment of a State Board of Education (SBE) committee to…

During 1982-83, the Minnesota Migrant Education Program provided an array of individualized instructional and support services to 2,663 students aged 0-21 years. Program emphases were designated as improvement in academic achievement, expansion of secondary programs, and parental involvement. The program provided an intensive, short-term, full…

During 1983-84, the Minnesota Migrant Education Program provided an array of individualized instructional and support services to 2,867 students aged 0-21 years. Major program emphases were designated as interstate coordination, expansion of secondary programs, and parental involvement. The program provided an intensive, short-term, full day,…

Adult basic education (ABE) programming efforts in Minnesota for the 1992-93 year were designed to accomplish the following state plan-stipulated goals: (1) continue developing/implementing a statewide ABE delivery system to enable adults (especially disadvantaged adults) with basic skill deficiencies to identify and achieve their personal and…