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Minnesota’s cannabis syllabus: What schools must teach next year
By Ryan Pattee at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 1, 2026
· 6 min read
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Key takeaway Ken Winters, a former University of Minnesota psychiatry professor and a research advisor for the foundation, said the guidebook was created because many schools are not teaching drug prevention in a way that meets the new standards.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
As Minnesota school districts develop their cannabis education lessons, they will need to consider the unique needs of their local communities. The guidebook provided by the Minnesota Prevention Alliance Foundation offers a valuable resource, but its effectiveness will depend on how well districts can tailor the curriculum to their specific student populations. In Minneapolis , where youth access to cannabis is a growing concern, schools will need to ensure that their lessons are engaging and relevant to students' everyday lives. The fact that the guidebook includes guidance for adapting lessons to different communities is a positive step, but it will be crucial for districts to involve local stakeholders, such as parents and community organizations, in the development and implementation of their cannabis education programs. By taking a collaborative and community-focused approach, Minneapolis schools can help ensure that their students receive the science-based instruction they need to make informed decisions about cannabis use.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 6 min
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