MN SF4188

Appropriates $500,000 from the general fund to the Department of Education in fiscal year 2021 for a grant to the Northeast Service Cooperative in Mountain Iron.

Grant funds support high school students exploring careers in education while earning transferable college credits.

Grant funds increase local colleges and universities' capacity to develop and sustain programs preparing future public educators.

Grant funds remove barriers to development, recruitment, hiring, and retention of highly qualified teachers, including teachers of color and American Indian teachers, in Northeastern Minnesota.

Appropriated funds do not cancel and remain available until June 30, 2023.