Education

Century College’s theater department was founded 51 years ago and has since thrived as a vibrant part of the college experience for many students. Students can earn an Associate of Fine Arts in Theatre degree. Classes include theater appreciation, acting, technical theater and more. Read more about Half a Century Later, No Curtain Call in Sight for Century College's Theater Department

Two Girl Scouts inspired the district's change in approach to mental wellness. Read more about How Mahtomedi Schools Are Addressing Mental Health in Middle School

In 2013, Century College opened a food shelf to help students who were experiencing food insecurity. Faculty and staff soon realized many students were struggling with other basic needs, such as paying tuition and affording stable housing. To help, the college established the Resource and Support Center in 2016. Read more about Century College's Support Center Helps Students Who Are Struggling

Hill-Murray School senior Elizabeth (Ella) Sutherland struggled in school until freshman year. Then she got herself into gear. Read more about Standout Students: At Hill-Murray School, Elizabeth Sutherland 'Found a Passion' for Education

"You have to get involved in things you find interesting," White Bear Lake Area High School senior Issac Maruyama says. Read more about Standout Students: White Bear Lake's Isaac Maruyama Says to Focus on 'What Makes You Happy'

Mahtomedi High School senior Ruby Ales has some advice for students just starting high school: get involved. Read more about Standout Students: Mahtomedi's Ruby Ales Says 'Embrace the Chaos'

Liberty Classical Academy senior Jack Dobrotka knows about hard work - he's a multisport athlete and plans to join the Army. Read more about Standout Students: Liberty Classical Academy's Jack Dobrotka Says 'Work as Hard as You Possibly Can'

Leah Retamozo has been providing bilingual Spanish/English education in the Twin Cities metro area since 2010. We talk with Retamozo to learn more about her child care center. Read more about Bilingual Child Care & Education Center Comes to Mahtomedi

Century College in White Bear Lake prepares interior designers to thrive in today’s competitive world. Read more about Century College's Interior Design Program Director Was 'Flipping Houses Before HGTV Was Even Invented'