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Author: Elizabeth Hanke 08/17/2024 In the past decade, Minnesota’s academic performance has notably declined, raising alarm for educators, parents, and policymakers alike. According to the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment (MCA) test scores, student proficiency has steadily decreased. In 2013, 71.3% of students met standards in Math, 64.8% in Reading, and 44.1% in Science. Fast forward to
At times, I hold back from speaking my mind, worried about how my words might affect those close to me or how my advocacy in Mankato might impact the people I care about. But staying silent puts the next generation at risk. Someone once stood up for my education; now it’s our responsibility to do
By: Elizabeth Hanke Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s famous words, “I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character,” have been quoted many times as an expression of America’s
Adapted from my letter to the editor from April 2022 Elizabeth Hanke Emotional pain, whether it manifests as hurt, anguish, or sorrow, often serves as a critical warning signal, yet we sometimes overlook its significance. As Dr. Geoff MacDonald remarked in a Live Science interview, “If you stub your toe, for a brief moment, your
Last month, I attended the graduation ceremony at Mankato Christian Academy as their neighbor, even though I didn’t know any graduates. The recurring theme of gratitude in every speech struck me as students, administrators and benefactors all expressed their thanks to one another. Over the past month, I’ve reflected on the importance of gratitude, and
Elizabeth Hanke for Mankato School Board 