elementary schools

Summer construction projects are nothing new in school buildings, but this year’s work at Farmington Elementary School is particularly hard to miss.

When the Minnesota Legislature agreed to provide funding for districts that want to offer all-day kindergarten, it removed one barrier to the program in local schools. But there are still plenty of questions to answer before classes start in the fall of 2104. Maybe most important:...

North Trail Elementary School has had a guardian angel this year, the kind that makes umbrellas and winter coats and student snacks appear as if by magic. The kind that offers teachers a holiday tree trimmed with gift cards as a sign of appreciation. The kind, that according to principal...

Building level winners from all five elementary schools in the Farmington district advanced to regional science fair competition where they collected ribbons and awards for their efforts.

One day, Meadowview Elementary School teacher Sue Williamschen liked a page on Facebook. She even entered a sweepstakes on that page. And now her students are reaping the benefits of that simple action. The page was for Blue Sky Designs, makers of a somewhat inconspicuous gadget...