Minnesota Schools Get Early Start Flex | Duluth News

Duluth News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 2m

Minnesota schools are getting a temporary reprieve from the traditional Labor Day start rule, allowing districts to begin classes as early as September 1 for the next two years. While not mandatory, larger districts like Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan and Rochester are already jumping in, citing exemptions like construction or cross-state calendars. The move aims to combat summer learning loss and streamline the school year, but it’s met with pushback from families and businesses worried about disrupted vacations and tourism. Critics also highlight the risk of sweltering classrooms during late…