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Early College draws Town Hall praise
It's not every week that a high school gets to play host to the U.S. Secretary of Education. But Irondale High School is growing more accustomed to extraordinary events as it prepares to become Minnesota's first comprehensive early college high school, allowing students the opportunity to earn a two-year associate degree for free - all while still enrolled in high school.
Secretary Duncan said Minnesota's schools are heading in the right direction, and he emphasized the connection between an educated workforce and a strong economy. He and others also discussed the importance of preparing students for post-secondary success and praised our school district's efforts. "I love the innovation, I love the creativity, I love the commitment at every single level to excellence here." "You're quite lucky to have this Early College program. We're going to try to expand this state wide." "Irondale is on the cutting edge. I predict this is just going to be the beginning to what we're going to see all over the state, what's happening here at Irondale. I appreciate the work you are doing here." To hear what others are saying about our Early College program, or to view as video of the Town Hall event which will soon be available, visit http://www2.moundsviewschools.org/irondale/index.asp?ID=2588. As we continue plans to launch this program at Irondale in fall 2012 and at Mounds View High School in 2013, I want to thank the School Board for its leadership and support as well as the many staff members whose work and collaboration will make this program possible for our students. I think Commissioner Cassellius put it best when she said we are doing our community and our state proud. Efforts like these will inspire our students to accomplish great achievements and will keep Mounds View Public Schools among the top districts in the state for years to come. More... Irondale to host Town Hall event Guests will include U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan, Governor Mark Dayton and Minnesota Department of Education Commissioner Brenda Cassellius. Family weekend at Laurentian Environmental Center Spend Presidents Day weekend lodging in a cabin on Arrowhead Lake, eating home-style meals and enjoying the outdoors with your family. Education Foundation reaches all our schools The success of the Foundation is possible because of the support of people like you. Weather-related school closings What every family should know An open-sky education Take a video tour of Mounds View's environmental center. Integration district update NCLB 2011 A letter from the Superintendent Video message from Superintendent Mounds View Public Schools will welcome thousands of students back to school next week. Middle schools STEAM ahead The District plans to add additional opportunities for creativity through a variety of arts forms, turning STEM into a standards-based STEAM program. How will a shutdown impact Mounds View Public Schools? Mounds View's revenues will not be impacted unless the Legislature takes action to reduce education appropriations. A free opportunity for all juniors I invite you to learn more about the opportunities a free administration of the ACT brings to our students. Student connectedness I invite you to take a closer look at student connectedness in our schools by checking out the spring issue of School Talk. Video captures essence of ACT program Our principals, teachers and deans are focused on helping every student to navigate the possibilities and use all the resources available to prepare for a successful future. 'New normal' requires collaboration Experts warn that what we're experiencing is not simply a temporary rough patch. What makes a snow day? The assumption should always be that schools are open unless you would hear differently. Voters approve levy Residents of all ages view our schools as good neighbors, worthy of support. Levy presentations offered insights Board members made more than a dozen levy presentations for residents, parents and community groups throughout the school district. 10 facts voters should know To make an informed decision at the polls, voters need the facts. Friday is 'I-Day' Teachers will analyze student assessment results and evaluate student work on major assignments and special projects. Video tells the levy story A successful levy renewal will not increase taxes. SchoolView Watch a five-minute video tutorial to learn how to access student information via SchoolView. No Child Left Behind This year, the District improved results. A year in review To review the 2009-10 school year and preview plans for next school year, add School Talk to your list of summer reads. A partnership opportunity Mounds View remains one of only a few large suburban metro districts not participating in an integration district. Reconsidering class rank What role should class rank play on a student's transcript? Behind the victory I hope all of our Facebook fans find value in their connection to Mounds View Public Schools. "Liking" Mounds View We view Facebook as just another way to communicate with our parents, alumni and community, and to hear what people think. Learning goes online in 2010-2011 Link to a video to preview a class combining face-to-face instruction and online instruction. |
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As a result of this innovative program and our district's other post-secondary success initiatives, Irondale was asked to serve as the host of a Town Hall event last Friday. Among the 400 community members were U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan, Governor Mark Dayton, U.S Senator Amy Klobuchar and Minnesota Department of Education Commissioner Brenda Cassellius. 