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![Happy National Community Ed Day!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762876134/mplsk12mnus/tnif74susscsu3r5uvwk/NATIONALCEDAY.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762876134/mplsk12mnus/tnif74susscsu3r5uvwk/NATIONALCEDAY.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762876134/mplsk12mnus/tnif74susscsu3r5uvwk/NATIONALCEDAY.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1762876134/mplsk12mnus/tnif74susscsu3r5uvwk/NATIONALCEDAY.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1762876134/mplsk12mnus/tnif74susscsu3r5uvwk/NATIONALCEDAY.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762876134/mplsk12mnus/tnif74susscsu3r5uvwk/NATIONALCEDAY.png","width":1950}])
Every week, our schools open their doors to the community for Early Childhood Family Education classes, Adult Basic Education and enrichment courses, and before & afterschool youth programs. That’s Community Education!
![MPS Community Education Wins MCEA Outstanding Project Award 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762532409/mplsk12mnus/lgn29rlv58jxv2isadrd/Rivers-1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762532409/mplsk12mnus/lgn29rlv58jxv2isadrd/Rivers-1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762532409/mplsk12mnus/lgn29rlv58jxv2isadrd/Rivers-1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1762532409/mplsk12mnus/lgn29rlv58jxv2isadrd/Rivers-1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1762532409/mplsk12mnus/lgn29rlv58jxv2isadrd/Rivers-1.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1762532409/mplsk12mnus/lgn29rlv58jxv2isadrd/Rivers-1.png","width":2200}])
Minneapolis Community Education is proud to announce that we have been recognized by the Minnesota Community Education Association (MCEA) with an Outstanding Project Award for our Mississippi River-related Trips, Tours & Events programming.
![MPS Community Education unveils updated mission, vision, commitment and values statements]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1759781158/mplsk12mnus/w5bv55xoeresqajhbiwu/MISSIONVISIONCOMMITMENTVALUES1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1759781158/mplsk12mnus/w5bv55xoeresqajhbiwu/MISSIONVISIONCOMMITMENTVALUES1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1759781158/mplsk12mnus/w5bv55xoeresqajhbiwu/MISSIONVISIONCOMMITMENTVALUES1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1759781158/mplsk12mnus/w5bv55xoeresqajhbiwu/MISSIONVISIONCOMMITMENTVALUES1.png","width":940}])
MPS Community Education has introduced an updated mission, vision, commitment and values statements. The announcement marks the completion of a collaborative process that began in Spring 2025 and included input from Community Education programs.
![Adult Enrichment Fall 2025 Registration is Open]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756251717/mplsk12mnus/r7vjodbvodclstqvrc0g/Registration.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756251717/mplsk12mnus/r7vjodbvodclstqvrc0g/Registration.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1756251717/mplsk12mnus/r7vjodbvodclstqvrc0g/Registration.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1756251717/mplsk12mnus/r7vjodbvodclstqvrc0g/Registration.png","width":1000}])
Registration for Community Education Fall 2025 session is now open. Classes fill up fast, so don't wait to register!
![2026 Summer Musical Announcement]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1754027222/mplsk12mnus/tqy33xq5gybmfiziz6hb/Untitled-11.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1754027222/mplsk12mnus/tqy33xq5gybmfiziz6hb/Untitled-11.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1754027222/mplsk12mnus/tqy33xq5gybmfiziz6hb/Untitled-11.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1754027222/mplsk12mnus/tqy33xq5gybmfiziz6hb/Untitled-11.png","width":1080}])
The countdown has started! In around 525,600 minutes, we’ll bring RENT to the stage.
![Hairspray 2025: It’s a wrap!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1754026636/mplsk12mnus/isjgzxxo3l1swluyaidq/IMG_3180.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1754026636/mplsk12mnus/isjgzxxo3l1swluyaidq/IMG_3180.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1754026636/mplsk12mnus/isjgzxxo3l1swluyaidq/IMG_3180.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1754026636/mplsk12mnus/isjgzxxo3l1swluyaidq/IMG_3180.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1754026636/mplsk12mnus/isjgzxxo3l1swluyaidq/IMG_3180.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1754026636/mplsk12mnus/isjgzxxo3l1swluyaidq/IMG_3180.jpg","width":2200}])
Hairspray brought together an intergenerational cast of community members from across Minneapolis to celebrate rhythm, resilience, and representation.
![Oct. 23 is Lights on Afterschool]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761193298/mplsk12mnus/ssqzmwhtfxs6opkolay0/LOA-Insta4.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761193298/mplsk12mnus/ssqzmwhtfxs6opkolay0/LOA-Insta4.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761193298/mplsk12mnus/ssqzmwhtfxs6opkolay0/LOA-Insta4.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761193298/mplsk12mnus/ssqzmwhtfxs6opkolay0/LOA-Insta4.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1761193298/mplsk12mnus/ssqzmwhtfxs6opkolay0/LOA-Insta4.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761193298/mplsk12mnus/ssqzmwhtfxs6opkolay0/LOA-Insta4.png","width":1920}])
Minneapolis Public Schools Afterschool students, families, and staff members celebrate the 26th Lights on Afterschool, a nationwide rally that highlights the importance of ensuring all children have access to quality, affordable afterschool options.
![October 13 Is Indigenous Peoples’ Day]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1760323060/mplsk12mnus/gzilfhqezkrsqrbjc2lf/IndigenousPeoplesDay3.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1760323060/mplsk12mnus/gzilfhqezkrsqrbjc2lf/IndigenousPeoplesDay3.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1760323060/mplsk12mnus/gzilfhqezkrsqrbjc2lf/IndigenousPeoplesDay3.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1760323060/mplsk12mnus/gzilfhqezkrsqrbjc2lf/IndigenousPeoplesDay3.png","width":940}])
October 13 is Indigenous Peoples’ Day. We honor the history, Indigenous knowledge, and cultural heritage that shape our community.
!["Education is Key": Meet Halima Ainte, Adult Education Learner]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1757983978/mplsk12mnus/ttwcpna00eywhqo2es4j/AEFLW.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1757983978/mplsk12mnus/ttwcpna00eywhqo2es4j/AEFLW.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1757983978/mplsk12mnus/ttwcpna00eywhqo2es4j/AEFLW.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1757983978/mplsk12mnus/ttwcpna00eywhqo2es4j/AEFLW.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1757983978/mplsk12mnus/ttwcpna00eywhqo2es4j/AEFLW.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1757983978/mplsk12mnus/ttwcpna00eywhqo2es4j/AEFLW.png","width":1640}])
Meet Halima Ainte. She fled her home country’s civil war, became Uganda's "Refugee Woman of the Year," and now pursues her Adult Diploma in Minneapolis.