Tag: education
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‘We’ve been made invisible’: Hmong parents call for student stay-home day to demand action from St. Paul Public Schools
As St. Paul Public Schools weighs changes to its Hmong cultural school, parents plan a stay-at-home day to urge faster action on space needs and program stability. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/education/hmong-parents-frustration-st-paul-public-schools-txuj-ci/
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Marathon County launches nation’s first Hmong QPR suicide prevention training
WAUSAU – A first-of-its-kind mental health initiative is creating new opportunities for suicide prevention education in Hmong-speaking communities. Full story: https://wausaupilotandreview.com/2025/12/03/marathon-county-launches-nations-first-hmong-qpr-suicide-prevention-training/
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Wausau to outsource homebuyer counseling, cut program costs
Wausau officials approved a plan Tuesday to outsource the city’s homebuyer education and counseling services, a move they say will save … Full story: https://wausaupilotandreview.com/2025/12/03/wausau-to-outsource-homebuyer-counseling-cut-program-costs/
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As Wisconsin celebrates Veterans Day, lawmakers are considering these 12 veteran-related bills
Proposals this session on veterans issues range from housing and education to property taxes and Milwaukee War Memorial Center renovations. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/as-wisconsin-celebrates-veterans-day-lawmakers-are-considering-these-12-veteran-related-bills/ar-AA1Q8Xuc
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Hmong New Year in Eau Claire
Amy Poehler plays a combative Pam Bondi on ‘SNL’ as Tina Fey makes surprise appearance Major college football upset upends top-25 program’s season Hamas asserts control in Gaza and targets alleged … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/education-and-learning/general/hmong-new-year-in-eau-claire/vi-AA1OkpvL
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Asian Culinary Education Club Serves Culture Through Food
What started as a simple idea to bring people together through food has quickly become one of Minnesota State’s most flavorful new communities. The Asian Culinary Education Club (ACE) is serving … Full story: https://www.msureporter.com/2025/10/09/asian-culinary-education-club-serves-culture-through-food/
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English Learner Changes Over the Last 20 Years
Students identified as English learners (EL) are commonly referred to as the fastest growing population of students in K–12 schools. Indeed, between 2011 and 2021, the EL population grew by 15 percent … Full story: https://www.newamerica.org/education-policy/edcentral/english-learner-changes-over-the-last-20-years/
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Ethnic studies was supposed to start in California schools. What happened?
Ethnic studies was supposed to start this fall. But the state cut funding for it and fights erupted over who is included in the curriculum. Full story: https://calmatters.org/education/k-12-education/2025/09/ethnic-studies-california/
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EECU financial empowerment efforts recognized by The Fresno Center
Educational Employees Credit Union (EECU) was honored by The Fresno Center for the credit union’s commitment to expanding financial services and education across the Central Valley on Monday. The eve … Full story: https://thebusinessjournal.com/eecu-financial-empowerment-efforts-recognized-by-the-fresno-center/
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Northwestern Mutual to Fund Over 60 Teacher Summer Programs as Part of Larger $4.5M Pledge to Milwaukee Schools
Northwestern Mutual, through its Foundation, is deepening its long-standing commitment to high-quality education and student achievement in Milwaukee, pledging $4.5 million in 2025 which will support … Full story: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/northwestern-mutual-fund-over-60-130000999.html
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Does Speaking Two Languages Hurt Students? Experts Say No
While some education leaders, including former Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona, advocate for multilingualism for all students, they do so largely because of research highlighting the linguistic, … Full story: https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/does-speaking-two-languages-hurt-students-experts-say-no/2025/05
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Fresno Unified’s new superintendent was once an English learner. She plans to help ‘linguistically gifted’ students
Fresno Unified School District’s new superintendent, Misty Her, says her childhood experience as a refugee will help her identify with the challenges faced by today’s English learner students. Full story: https://www.kvpr.org/education/2025-05-12/fresno-unifieds-new-superintendent-was-once-an-english-learner-she-plans-to-help-linguistically-gifted-students
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From struggle to song: Hmong voices uplift community celebration
The celebration of Hmong American Day at Txuj Ci HMong Language and Culture Lower Campus reflects pride in cultural heritage. Full story: https://www.kare11.com/article/news/education/ahead-hmong-american-day-txuj-ci-remembers-sacrifice-refugees-better-life-kids/89-83573002-e3d2-4998-9222-e1c99b0bf12e
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Workshop on campus explores Hmong superstitions and beliefs
Counting the stars on a clear night might seem like a fun idea, but according to an ancient Hmong superstition – it will cause your stomach to burst. Yeng Moua, education chairman of the Hmong … Full story: https://mndaily.com/189094/uncategorized/workshop-campus-explores-hmong-superstitions-and-beliefs/
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From a garden in Laos to Fort Snelling State Park, his life has been devoted to nature
Thao is a full-time park naturalist for the Department of Natural Resources and is based at Fort Snelling State Park, offering nature education programs on a variety of subjects. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/news-partners/from-a-garden-in-laos-to-fort-snelling-state-park/
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Legacy in action | AANHPI leaders shaping culture, education, advocacy and mental health in Northern California
May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, honoring the contributions of leaders building a foundation for future generations. Full story: https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/aanhpi-leaders-in-northern-california/103-279a8319-93b8-43ba-bdf5-fdc44b11191f
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Hmong music brings language to life in Fox Valley schools for AAPI Heritage Month
Neng Thao is traveling to area schools to perform and teach about musical surrogate languages, using instruments to “speak” Hmong. Full story: https://fox11online.com/news/education/hmong-music-brings-language-to-life-in-fox-valley-schools-for-aapi-heritage-month