February is #ILovetoReadMonth, promoting reading as an activity for learning and entertainment. Celebrate by sharing your favorite childhood books with a child in your life, or visit your local library to find new worlds to explore.

February is #CTEMonth. We’re celebrating Career and Technical Education programs for preparing students for in-demand careers. Learn more about Career and Technical Education in Minnesota at

Attention Minnesota families! The Child Tax Credit is offering up to $1,750 per child under 18. Income phaseouts apply. Don't miss out—check eligibility and claim your credit when you file: #ChildTaxCredit

These in-person events bring together Minnesota school nutrition professionals, early care providers, producers and farmers for networking and training opportunities.

It’s time to walk and roll! Today is Minnesota Safe Routes to School’s Winter Walk and Roll to School Day. Participating schools can compete for the Golden Snow Boot Award by sending in stories and pictures to Safe Routes to School by Feb. 16. Learn more:

We know learning happens both in the classroom and outside of school. That’s why we’re investing in Minnesota’s community learning centers to help them provide support, enrichment and youth development outside of school. Groups can learn more and apply at

Congratulations to @BrainerdSchools' Nichole Harmer on being named Innovative Schools Project’s 2025 Innovative Teacher of the Year!

The contest celebrates and showcases the delicious and unique meals served by Minnesota schools. See examples from last year's contest at

Deputy Commissioner Stephanie Graff visited @WillmarLake where she heard from school leaders and had a chance to stop into classrooms to connect with students. #MDESchoolVisits

Commissioner Willie Jett enjoyed a visit to @islaschool where he connected students, toured with student leaders, and visited a third grade classroom. Thank you ISLA Academy students, educators and staff for welcoming Commissioner Jett to your school! #MDESchoolVisits

It's National School Counseling Week, celebrating the impact school counselors have in helping students succeed and explore careers and college. Thank you, school counselors, for supporting Minnesota students! #NSCW25

Nursing is one in-demand career that high schools are preparing students for through Career and Technical Education programs. Read about how Le Sueur-Henderson High School is using technology to help prepare these students for the nursing workforce.

Commissioner Willie joined @mnprincipals to celebrate the association's 100th year at the annual winter conference. He joined Roger Aronson on stage to share insights from his career in teaching and about our organizations' shared goal of nurturing kids.

Students learn skills through ProStart as part of high school offerings in Career and Technical Education. Read about some of these future chefs. The program is at 70 Minnesota schools with more than 13,000 students enrolled.

RT @MnOfficeHiEd: Did you miss our session on Scholarships? Check out the recording at @MnDeptEd @ECMCSuccess http…

Visit MDE Screening to view screening videos in English, Hmong, Somali and Spanish at

We’ll discuss Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB) classes, Post Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) and College in the High School, including program benefits, eligibility and how to access them. Hmong, Spanish and Somali interpretation will be available!