SPPS Asking Voters to Approve $37 Million Annually

Facing a budget deficit of over $50 million per year, the St. Paul Board of Education is asking the voters to approve an additional operating levy in the 2025 election…
2025 Election Preview

Mayor Race Five candidates are on the ballot this year to be St. Paul’s Mayor. Incumbent Melvin Carter, who is seeking his third term, will face off against four competitors,…
School Board Approves November Referendum

Facing a $51 million deficit this year, and ongoing deficits projected to be over $35 million annually, the St. Paul Public Schools (SPPS) Board of Education voted unanimously July 15…
School Board Shifts Elections

The St. Paul Board of Education voted to shift their elections to even years to align with new rules for City Council and Mayoral elections in St. Paul. On November…
SPPS, SPFE agree to contract, avoid strike

The St. Paul Board of Education voted to adopt a new two-year contract for the district’s licensed staff, educational assistants and school and community service professionals. The new contract for…
As Gothard announces departure, teachers poised to strike

In a tumultuous day for St. Paul Public Schools (SPPS) on February 26, Superintendent Joe Gothard announced he is leaving the district while the St. Paul Federation of Educators (SPFE)…
GAP Creative Writers ready to share their stories

This spring, GAP Creative Writing students will publish their work in each issue of the Community Reporter between March and June. Their work will range from long-form articles (starting with…
U.S. Department of Labor initiative to improve opportunities for St. Paul young people

The U.S. Department of Labor announced the second cohort of its Youth Systems Building Academy, an innovative effort to increase and enhance employment opportunities for youth. The 10 additional communities,…
St. Paul educators vote to strike

On February 15, the St. Paul Federation of Educators (SPFE), the union representing teachers and educational assistants working in St. Paul Public Schools (SPPS), voted to authorize a strike. The vote…