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‘They didn’t have the words to talk about it’: Teachers warn test scores may be impacted by Metro Surge
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Cory Knudsen , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· August 10, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on the potential impact of Operation Metro Surge on test scores are available from local news sources, including KSTP 5 Eyewitness News.
Educators in the area are warning that state assessment scores may be lower this year due to Operation Metro Surge. They believe the operation had a significant impact on students, affecting their ability to concentrate on tests. Some teachers have reported noticing a change in their students' behavior, particularly in January.
The upheaval caused by the operation is thought to have contributed to this change, as well as impacting attendance. Further details on the potential impact of Operation Metro Surge on test scores are available from local news sources, including KSTP 5 Eyewitness News.
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Category: schools Published: August 10, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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