06/05/2026
Props to Mr. Z for a great year of positive vibes!
At Normandale Hills Elementary in Bloomington, music teacher Jeff Zupfer is helping students navigate a difficult school year through songs focused on joy, resilience and belonging.
It’s a bright spot, considering this school year was marked by several events that weighed heavily on students and families, including a shooting at the Annunciation Church and School and increased immigration enforcement across the Twin Cities.
Read it here: https://www.mprnews.org/story/2026/06/05/minnesota-teacher-helps-kids-feel-connected-through-music
📸 Jacob Aloi | MPR News