“Raising Their Voices”
U of M researchers help youth share stories about issues that touch their lives in an effort to improve learning
BY JOEL HOEKSTRA
“Minnesota Youth Story Squad Helps Tweens Tackle Tough Topics with Personal Narratives”
Middle-schoolers break the silence on tough issues with brave personal narratives
BY RACHEL HUTTON
“University Students Work with Middle Schoolers to Share Their Stories”
The program was created to help amplify the voices of Minnesota youth.
BY MICHELLE GRIFFITH
“U Partnership Takes a Different Tack in Addressing Achievement Gap: Asking Kids What Works”
The University of Minnesota is taking a novel approach to tackling the state’s persistent achievement gap.
BY KRISTOFFER TIGUE
Program Helps Middle School Students Tackle Tough Topics Through Sharing Stories
Issues of race, gender and sexual orientation can all be tough topics to tackle - especially for young teens. But a program known as Minnesota Youth Story Squad is helping middle school students share their stories and create positive change.
BY BRANDI POWELL
A Day with Minnesota Youth Story Squad
We spent a day with the Minnesota Youth Story Squad and spoke with project members about their work.
BY NEERAJ RAJASEKAR