2020-01-02
No Minnesota school lunchroom refuses to serve a student with lunch debt, but some schools offer the student an alternative meal—typically a cold, pre-packed sandwich that’s only given to students…
2019-12-16
The arts have an important impact on youth development. Studies have shown that involvement with the arts is associated with better academic and civic outcomes for young adults. Unfortunately, not…
2019-11-20
Seeing how her grandson, George, came into the world, Jean King was struck by how lucky he was. He was celebrated with multiple baby showers, received high-end baby gear, and…
2019-10-23
You may know that food shelves are based on different models. A standardized food box model is when a food shelf puts together a standard box or bag filled with…
2019-07-24
Alejandro came to the US from Mexico City in 2014. When he came here, Alejandro started out living with a friend for three months and working a temp job to…
2019-06-28
For 23 years, Mike Bauer had a dream to become a high school graduate. And because of his classes at Neighborhood House, he’s on his way. Mike said that he…
2019-06-26
Constance Currie was the executive director and face of Neighborhood House from 1918-1957—nearly 40 years of service! Two years after her tenure ended in 1959, the Constance Currie Education…
2019-05-28
Do you know what a Grain Train is? For Lee Bunge, it is the result of a summer’s hard work. For those of you who don’t know what it is,…
2019-05-17
A few years back, Deb Costanzo decided she wanted to volunteer to make a difference in something she cared about: immigration. She knew she wanted to give back in some…
2019-04-30
Each year, the Minnesota Literacy Council holds an awards ceremony to recognize adult literacy students and their achievements. This year, Adult Education student Mu Chi will be awarded Minnesota Literacy…