As Minnesota students head back to school, the amplifiED team digs into what’s really at stake for kids and families this year. From the joy and nerves of the first day to the concerning issues of chronic absenteeism, flat MCA scores, and school safety, we unpack how policy decisions at the Capitol are shaping classrooms across the state. Tune in as Margaret, Josh, and Matt break down the latest on attendance, assessments, discipline, and looming budget cuts—plus what families and advocates can do to keep kids front and center in education.