Newspapers In Education (NIE) is a national effort in which the Pioneer Press has participated for more than thirty years.  Through this program, students of all ages are provided with innovative learning tools, including the most up-to-date tool available, the daily newspaper.  The use of the newspaper helps students develop strong reading and writing skills, while allowing them to explore math, science, politics, health, geography, and current events that are relevant to their everyday lives.

The Pioneer Press NIE web site is intended to be dynamic and user-friendly.  Using the above links, select Weekly Quiz and you will be presented with a recent Pioneer Press article and related quiz that can be used in preparation for the Minnesota Basic Skills Test in Reading. 

Each week in the Features section you will be able to experience new editions of Parade Classroom and NewsCurrents.  Each provides in-depth, challenging, and topical lessons for students of all ages.   

If you would like to inquire about using the Pioneer Press in your classroom, click on Order.  Or if you are interested in classroom sponsorship, go to Sponsors for more information. 

Please call me at (651) 228-5131 if you have questions or comments about the site.

Tracey Lenarz

Newspapers in Education Manager