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PNS Daily Newscast - November 21, 2018

Senators from both sides of the aisle want Trump to clear the air on the Khashoggi killing. Also on the Wednesday rundown: Massachusetts leads the U.S. in the fentanyl-overdose death rate; plus we will let you know why business want to preserve New Mexico’s special places.

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National school funding data shows that some of the poorest states in the country spend $1,000 more per pupil than New Mexico. (liberationnews.org)

NM Governor's Race Puts Spotlight on Education

Monday, November 5, 2018

SANTA FE, N.M. — Thirty-six states will elect new governors tomorrow, and in New Mexico, educational funding promises to be a huge issue for ...Read More

At-home activities for young children can help prepare them for kindergarten. (READY! for Kindergarten)

Early-Childhood Program Gives Idaho Parents Tools to Educate

Tuesday, October 30, 2018

BOISE, Idaho — A free workshop in Idaho is helping parents prepare their children for school. And it's filling a much-needed gap in the Gem ...Read More

The Sioux Falls School District has grown more diverse in the past 20 years. Before, students of color made up less than 5 percent of the population, compared to nearly 40 percent in 2018. (apa.org)

Sioux Falls Schools Elevate Foundation to Boost Shrinking Budgets

Friday, October 26, 2018

SIOUX FALLS S.D. – At the beginning of every school year, 94 percent of teachers in public schools spend close to $500 of their own money for ...Read More

As a state, Minnesota would see greater prosperity if it did more to support low-income families, according to a new report from the Children's Defense Fund-Minnesota. (nacac.org)

Report: MN Must Build Community in Times of Change

Wednesday, October 24, 2018

ST. PAUL, Minn. - Minnesota's future prosperity hinges on its ability to improve the lives of its youngest residents, and new research says this ...Read More

Despite survey results that fear of a school shooting is the top concern for school-aged students and parents, Minnesota lawmakers passed no new gun-control legislation in 2018. (Tim Nelson for mpr.org)

Top Concerns for MN Kids, Parents: School Shootings and Bullying

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

ST. PAUL, Minn. - The top three worries of Minnesota kids and their parents as they head to school each morning are bullying, a possible school ...Read More

During Children's Health Month, parents are encouraged to get kids tested for lead levels, test homes for radon, and dress kids in pants and long sleeves to reduce exposure to ticks that can carry Lyme disease. (U.S. Army)

Spotlight on Mental Wellness During National Children's Health Month

Tuesday, October 16, 2018

OMAHA, Neb. – October is Children's Health Month, and with the new school year just underway, Nebraska Children's Home Society is encouraging ...Read More

Arizona policymakers are taking advantage of data to better serve the state's children. (1laura/Twenty20)

Using Data to Improve Lives of AZ Children

Monday, October 15, 2018

PHOENIX – To improve education and literacy in Arizona, it's important to first understand challenges different communities face. So ...Read More

Early-learning collaboratives are becoming affordable alternatives for giving kids the option of attending preschool in Idaho. (heatherdeffense/Twenty20)

Kindergarten Teachers: "Idaho Needs More Preschool Options"

Wednesday, October 10, 2018

KENDRICK, Idaho – A coalition is launching an effort to bring preschool to more Idaho kids, and kindergarten teachers say it could level the ...Read More

Numerous studies show improved test scores and higher rates of graduation for children who are routinely read to as a child. (Brecken Pool/flickr)

#GetCaughtReading: Weeklong Campaign Encourages Reading for All Ages

Monday, September 17, 2018

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Governor's Books from Birth Foundation this week is urging people in Tennessee to take a picture of themselves reading ...Read More

Cereal, with or without milk, is the top menu choice for Denver Public School students. (USDA)

School Cafeterias Open Again; Breakfast On the Menu

Wednesday, September 12, 2018

DENVER – Kids are back in school, and that means regular access to nutritious food for many Colorado children. Theresa Peña, regional ...Read More

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