K-12 Family Resources
Access free resources that support families in navigating the K-12 education system. Our resources help families find a best-fit school, determine if their child is on grade level, build strong partnership with their student’s teacher, and more!
Minneapolis School Finder
The Minneapolis School Finder is the only guide that provides students and families with information on all schools serving Minneapolis. It provides accessible and easy to understand information for families.
MN Standards Family Guides
The MN Standards Family Guides are a resource designed to help families make sense of grade-level expectations and determine if their student is performing on grade-level.
How Children Learn to Read
A resource to help families understand the Science of Reading, activities to practice literacy at home and tips for talking with teachers.
Dyslexia Guide
A guide to help parents learn what dyslexia is and, how it affects your child, and how to get support.
Absenteeism Family Guide
A guide to help families understand what chronic absenteeism is, why it matters, and how to build strong attendance habits.
MPS School Board Voter Guide
A guide to help voters get to know the candidates running for Minneapolis Public Schools Board of Education.
Special Education Guide
A guide to give caregivers a starting point in learning how special education works. It covers the basics including legal rights, important timelines, and how to support your child.